SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 191
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of Collin County in celebrating Collin County
Day at the State Capitol on March 24, 2021, with a virtual event
hosted in partnership with the Collin County Chambers; and
WHEREAS, A thriving county in the heart of North Texas,
Collin County is one of the largest and fastest-growing counties
in the state and is home to an estimated 980,000 residents; and
WHEREAS, Plano, the county's largest city, is home to six
Fortune 1000 companies; McKinney, the county seat, along with the
communities of Allen, Frisco, Wylie, Richardson, Murphy,
Prosper, Fairview, Celina, Lucas, Parker, Anna, Melissa,
Farmersville, Lavon, Blue Ridge, and other small towns are
together recognized as a charming blend of country and
cosmopolitan; and
WHEREAS, Collin County's highly educated workforce creates
a strong and vibrant economy, and the county is a leader in job
growth; more than 90 percent of its workforce past the age of 25
hold a high school diploma, and roughly half have earned at least
a bachelor's degree; the county's excellent public school systems
led Forbes magazine to rank its schools among the best in the
nation; and
WHEREAS, Collin County offers scenic beauty and
outstanding recreational opportunities, and its inviting and
friendly residents extend an open welcome to individuals,
families, and businesses; the citizens of Collin County work to
preserve the best of their rich past as they look forward to a
bright and promising future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Collin County on
their many contributions to the growth and prosperity of the Lone
Star State and extend to all best wishes for a rewarding Collin
County Day event; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of this special occasion.
Paxton, Springer
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 24, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate