88R32950 CJM-D By: Springer S.R. No. 664 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Muenster State Bank is marking the 100th anniversary of its founding in June 2023, and this occasion provides a fitting opportunity to recognize the institution's contributions to the Cooke County community; and WHEREAS, Chartered on June 23, 1923, Muenster State Bank has survived the Great Depression, World War II, the Great Recession, and other world events that have had a negative economic impact; today, the locally owned, independent bank continues to help meet the needs of its customers by providing a variety of financial services to individuals, businesses, and organizations, and it has locations in both Muenster and Gainesville; and WHEREAS, Muenster State Bank has also given back to Cooke County through its support of local charities, organizations, and initiatives, and its employees contribute their time and talents to many activities and civic events in the area; and WHEREAS, Businesses that employ Texans and that contribute to the local economy are important components of a prosperous future, and Muenster State Bank is deserving of recognition for the positive role it plays in the Cooke County community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of Muenster State Bank and extend to all those associated with the bank sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Muenster State Bank as an expression of high regard by the Texas Senate.