H.R. No. 400
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud citizens of University Park celebrated the
100th anniversary of the incorporation of their city on April 12,
2024; and
WHEREAS, Located five miles north of downtown Dallas,
University Park began as a cluster of homes surrounding Southern
Methodist University, which was founded in 1911 and offered its
first classes in 1915; the residences were originally built to
house the teachers and staff of the university, but by 1924, the
area was home to more than 1,200 people, and SMU could no longer
afford to supply water and sewer lines to the growing community;
University Park was officially incorporated on April 12, 1924; and
WHEREAS, Over the ensuing decades, University Park
experienced significant development and population growth, and
today, the community boasts more than 25,000 residents and is one of
the Metroplex's most desirable neighborhoods; known for its
attractive homes, beautiful parks, and numerous churches, the area
benefits from its proximity to a wide range of cultural,
recreational, and business activities; in addition to being one of
the most affluent communities in the nation, the city is also home
to one of its most highly educated populations; and
WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich history as they work to build
an even brighter future, the citizens of University Park are
justifiably proud of their community, and it is indeed fitting to
recognize the city's contributions to the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the
incorporation of University Park and extend to its residents
sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the city as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Meyer
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 400 was adopted by the House on March
13, 2025, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House