“Ross Perot helped shape Plano into a city known for economic leadership and opportunity,” Plano Mayor John Muns said.
PLANO, Texas — The city of Plano will be honoring the life and legacy of North Texas businessman Ross Perot with two monuments after the city council approved the measure Monday evening.
Perot, who died in 2019 at the age of 89, founded Perot Systems in 1988 in Plano. The city says he had a lasting impact on its business community and economic growth.
“Ross Perot helped shape Plano into a city known for economic leadership and opportunity,” Plano Mayor John Muns said in a statement. “His vision, leadership and belief in this community transformed a once rural area into a globally recognized center for business and innovation. These monuments ensure that his legacy and contributions will always be honored and remembered in Plano.”
The effort was a community-initiated request that gained the support of a city council member, which prompted the city to explore how to honor Perot’s legacy. The city is moving forward with the installation of these monuments on the Legacy Pedestrian Bridge over the Dallas North Tollway after having discussions with Perot’s family and their representatives.
The installation includes two obelisk-style monuments placed at each end of the bridge, both featuring bronze plaques on a stone exterior and topped with sculptures of a bronze eagle to symbolize Perot.
Construction on the project is expected to be complete by late spring.