Perot Systems founder Ross Perot will be honored with two eagle monuments at the Legacy Pedestrian Bridge over Dallas North Tollway.
At the Plano City Council regular meeting on Monday, council members voted to approve the construction of two monuments honoring EDS and Plano-based Perot Systems founder Ross Perot and “his lasting impact on Plano’s business community and economic growth.”
According to a news release, the monuments started as a community-initiated request, supported by a city council member. After discussions with the City of Plano and the Perot family, the design and location were determined.
There will be two “obelisk-style” monuments, one on each side of the Legacy Pedestrian Bridge over Dallas North Tollway. According to the release, the monuments will feature a stone exterior with bronze plaques and an eagle sculpture “symbolizing Perot’s life and values.”
“Ross Perot helped shape Plano into a city known for economic leadership and opportunity,” said Mayor John Muns. “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.”
Construction is expected to be completed in late spring, according to the release.