By: Lucio S.R. No. 1121
1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION
1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pride
1-3 in recognizing Cameron County Clerk Joe G. Rivera who has been
1-4 selected for special acclaim on Mary Yturria Day, July 4, 1993; and
1-5 WHEREAS, Named in honor of one of the Rio Grande Valley's
1-6 most generous benefactors, Mary Yturria Day provides an opportunity
1-7 to pay tribute to those citizens who have made outstanding
1-8 contributions to their community; and
1-9 WHEREAS, Joe Rivera is serving his fourth four-year term as
1-10 Cameron County Clerk, having first been elected to the position in
1-11 1974; he has had an outstanding career as the county clerk and is
1-12 beloved by Cameron County residents; and
1-13 WHEREAS, Mr. Rivera was presented the Vocational Service
1-14 Award for 1992 by the Brownsville Rotary Club of Brownsville, Texas;
1-15 the award honors individuals for their notable contributions and
1-16 achievements in their profession and their outstanding community
1-17 involvement; and
1-18 WHEREAS, Throughout his years as clerk, Mr. Rivera has
1-19 participated in and conducted numerous professional training
1-20 seminars and has served as president of the County and District
1-21 Clerk's Association of Texas and as Legislative Chairperson; and
1-22 WHEREAS, Innovative and hardworking, Joe Rivera is well
1-23 known as a man who enthusiastically seeks methods to improve the
2-1 status quo; in following this philosophy, Mr. Rivera upgraded the
2-2 Official Recording Department in the County Clerk's Office by
2-3 acquiring an Optical Imaging System to facilitate the search and
2-4 retrieval of official documents, such as deeds of trust or liens;
2-5 and
2-6 WHEREAS, Other improvements under Mr. Rivera's leadership
2-7 include the installation of a remote "on-line" modem with the
2-8 State of Texas for the retrieval of birth certificates from
2-9 throughout the state, as well as for their issuance; and
2-10 WHEREAS, Mr. Rivera has represented the County and District
2-11 Clerks of Texas and has appeared before the state legislature on
2-12 numerous occasions, lobbying for laws affecting the modernization
2-13 of county clerks offices in Texas; and
2-14 WHEREAS, An outstanding volunteer and leader in
2-15 his community, Mr. Rivera received the Volunteer of the
2-16 Year Award in 1990 and 1992 for his fundraising efforts on
2-17 behalf of United Way; he is currently serving as the 1993-1994
2-18 president of the United Way Board; and
2-19 WHEREAS, He has been a member of the Brownsville Jaycees,
2-20 the Optimist Club, Mr. Amigo Association, and Knights of Columbus;
2-21 he was named Jaycee of the Year on three separate occasions; and
2-22 WHEREAS, Joe Rivera is an exemplary gentleman who is a
2-23 source of strength to many, and his worthy accomplishments have
2-24 reflected his dedication and commitment to his fellowman; now,
2-25 therefore, be it
3-1 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
3-2 73rd Legislature, hereby commend Joe Rivera for his exceptional
3-3 contributions to his profession and to his community and extend
3-4 congratulations to him for his selection as honoree of the seventh
3-5 annual Mary Yturria July 4th celebration; and, be it further
3-6 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him
3-7 as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
3-8 _____________________________________
3-9 President of the Senate
3-10 I hereby certify that the
3-11 above Resolution was adopted by
3-12 the Senate on May 28, 1993.
3-13 _____________________________________
3-14 Secretary of the Senate
3-15 _____________________________________
3-16 Member, Texas Senate