88R20119 CW-D
 
  By: Paxton, Hall, Springer S.R. No. 364
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Residents from Collin County are gathering in Austin
  on March 28 and 29, 2023, to celebrate Collin County Days at the
  State Capitol; and
         WHEREAS, A thriving area in the heart of North Texas, Collin
  County is one of the largest and fastest-growing counties in the
  state, and it is now home to around 1.1 million residents; and
         WHEREAS, Plano is the county's largest city and the location
  of several Fortune 1000 companies; McKinney, the county seat, along
  with the towns of Allen, Anna, Blue Ridge, Celina, Copeville,
  Fairview, Farmersville, Frisco, Josephine, Lavon, Lowry Crossing,
  Lucas, Melissa, Murphy, Nevada, New Hope, Parker, Princeton,
  Prosper, Richardson, Royse City, Sachse, Saint Paul, Van Alstyne,
  Weston, and Wylie make up the rest of the county and together are
  recognized for their charming blend of country and cosmopolitan
  qualities; and
         WHEREAS, Collin County's economy remains strong and vibrant
  thanks to highly skilled workers who make the county a leader in job
  growth; more than 90 percent of its workforce over the age of 25
  hold a high school diploma and about half have earned a bachelor's
  degree or higher; the county also boasts an excellent public
  education system, with a number of its campuses ranking among the
  best in the state; and
         WHEREAS, Collin County offers attractive scenery and
  excellent recreational opportunities, and its inviting, friendly
  residents are welcoming to individuals, families, and businesses;
  and
         WHEREAS, The citizens of this notable North Texas county are
  working to preserve the best of their past even as they look forward
  to a bright and promising future, and they are sure to figure
  prominently in the growth and prosperity of the Lone Star State in
  the years ahead; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
  hereby recognize March 28 and 29, 2023, as Collin County Days at the
  State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation.