TITLE: Recognizing the San Antonio Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the San Antonio Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the San Antonio Chapter of Associated General Contractors of America on the grand occasion of the chapter's 100th anniversary, which will be celebrated on November 16, 2023; and WHEREAS, The largest and oldest construction trade association in the United States, Associated General Contractors of America was established in 1918 to protect the interests of the hard-working men and women in the building construction industry; today, it includes more than 33,000 firms across the nation; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1923, the San Antonio Chapter of the association is one of the 12 building chapters in the state under the auspices of the Texas Building Branch, which facilitates relations between the chapters and state government entities and organizes friendly award competitions for association members; and WHEREAS, The San Antonio Chapter serves 270 member firms in 19 counties throughout South Texas and has made significant contributions to communities in the region through the construction of parks, hotels, stores, offices, schools, churches, hospitals, and military facilities and through its support of children's organizations, nonprofits, and local bond campaigns aimed at improving city life and public education; and WHEREAS, In its mission to continuously advance commercial construction through education, networking, and advocacy, the chapter empowers its members to meet the needs of their communities and to foster collaboration among industry leaders, professionals, and businesses that allows communities to grow, thrive, and shape their futures; and WHEREAS, The San Antonio Chapter has been recognized by its parent organization and by the Texas Society of Association Executives for its outstanding community service work and for its dedication to preserving natural sites and city parks; the chapter has for 100 years contributed to creating a more beautiful and prosperous San Antonio community, and this outstanding organization is truly deserving of special recognition for its many contributions to communities throughout South Texas and to the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend the San Antonio Chapter of Associated General Contractors of America on its 100th anniversary and extend to its members best wishes for a memorable centennial celebration and for continued success in the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the chapter as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Campbell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on November 21, 2023.