TITLE: Recognizing January 29, 2025, as Texas American Public Works Association Day.

SUMMARY: Recognizing January 29, 2025, as Texas American Public Works Association Day.

FULL TEXT:
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 transportationinfrastructure,assetmanagement, 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 State of Texas, 89th 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 from the Texas Senate. Perry President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 29, 2025.