89R6140 TBO-D
By: Perry S.R. No. 9
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of the Texas Chapter of the American Public
Works Association are visiting the State Capitol on January 29,
2025; and
WHEREAS, APWA is a national organization that supports those
who operate, improve, and maintain public works and infrastructure;
the group's Texas chapter consists of more than 2,100 members and
nine local branches, and its offerings include a variety of
educational and informative events, services that promote
professional development, and leadership opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Public workers play a critical role in the state's
transportation infrastructure, asset management, sustainability,
and emergency response; they help to enhance the quality of life in
over 1,200 municipalities across Texas by maintaining assets such
as bridges, roads, sidewalks, bicycle lanes, and public water
systems; and
WHEREAS, By supporting those in the field of public works,
the Texas Chapter of APWA has contributed to the vitality and
prosperity of the Lone Star State, and it is a pleasure to join in
honoring the group on this special occasion; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature
hereby recognize January 29, 2025, as Texas American Public Works
Association Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those
affiliated with the organization sincere best wishes for continued
success in their important work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Texas Chapter of APWA as an expression of high
regard by the Texas Senate.