H.R. No. 1159
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Metrocrest Services is celebrating the 50th
anniversary of its founding in 2021, providing a fitting
opportunity to recognize the organization's myriad contributions
to the community; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1971, Metrocrest Services fosters
self-sufficiency and independent living for individuals, families,
and senior citizens who reside in Carrollton, Addison, Farmers
Branch, Coppell, and Dallas; equipping businesses and citizens with
the tools they need to help those around them, the agency offers a
comprehensive approach to social services that addresses gaps in
finances, employment, and nutrition in an effort to end poverty and
reduce inequities; and
WHEREAS, Metrocrest's many initiatives include emergency and
medical aid, rent and utility bill assistance, budgeting education,
transportation, home-delivered meals, and a food pantry; moreover,
the organization distributes school shoes and supplies for students
and offers annual holiday programs; in 2020, Metrocrest served more
than 28,000 clients; and
WHEREAS, For five decades, Metrocrest Services has provided
unwavering support to some of the most vulnerable members of
society, and it is indeed a pleasure to join in celebrating this
significant milestone in the agency's history; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Metrocrest Services on its 50th
anniversary and extend to all those associated with the
organization sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Metrocrest Services as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.
Johnson of Dallas
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1159 was adopted by the House on May
23, 2021, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House