TITLE: Recognizing Texas First Bank on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Texas First Bank on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Texas First Bank on the occasion of its 50th anniversary, which was celebrated on January 11, 2023; and WHEREAS, Texas First Bank was formed in 1995 after the opening, starting in 1973, of six banks in Galveston County by a group of investors led by Charles T. Doyle; the investors set out to establish a network of community banks in 10 incorporated cities in Galveston County by the end of the 20th century; and WHEREAS, Over the past five decades, Texas First Bank has expanded to 27 banking centers and has opened Small Business Association offices, and automated teller machines in seven coastal counties; the bank continues to operate under the guidance of Charles Doyle, chairman emeritus, his sons, Matthew and Christopher, and a board of directors; and WHEREAS, Texas First Bank has long been an important part of life on the Texas coast; it has helped community members maintain their finances, start businesses, and take care of investments; and WHEREAS, Focusing on responsive personal service and customer satisfaction, the bank continues its longtime commitment to the citizens of Texas by safeguarding their financial assets, educating young savers, and helping the community grow and thrive; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby extend congratulations to the administrators and staff of Texas First Bank on the occasion of the bank's 50th anniversary and extend to all best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the bank as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Middleton President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 28, 2023.