2023S0169-1 02/17/23
By: Hinojosa S.R. No. 210
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of Edinburg in celebrating Edinburg Day at the
Capitol on February 22, 2023; and
WHEREAS, The county seat of Hidalgo County, Edinburg is a
thriving community in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, and the
city holds a wealth of opportunities for residents and visitors
alike; and
WHEREAS, Edinburg is one of the fastest-growing cities in
the state and is considered a regional hub for both health care
and air travel; the city is home to The University of Texas Rio
Grande Valley's main campus and to its School of Medicine; in
addition, the United States Border Patrol Rio Grande Valley
Sector is headquartered in Edinburg; and
WHEREAS, Edinburg draws thousands of visitors to its
sports arenas and recreational venues; the city boasts a
professional soccer stadium and the Bert Ogden Arena, a
state-of-the-art indoor arena that is the largest of its kind
south of San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, As a tribute to the valor of hometown legends
Sergeant Freddy Gonzalez and Private Pedro Cano, both of whom
received the Congressional and Texas Legislative Medals of
Honor, the City of Edinburg is often referred to as the "Hometown
of Heroes"; and
WHEREAS, Edinburg has implemented a successful
revitalization program that has resulted in improvements
throughout the city, and it is a three-time recipient of the
All-America City award, one of the oldest and most prestigious
municipal recognition awards in the nation; residents can indeed
take pride in their flourishing community while looking forward
to a bright and prosperous future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Edinburg on their
many contributions to the state and extend to them best wishes
for a memorable Edinburg Day at the Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the city as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.