81R34992 BPG-D

By: Pena H.R. No. 2590

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Richard H. Garcia was sworn in for a second time as the mayor of Edinburg on May 12, 2009; and

WHEREAS, Mayor Garcia first led the city between 2003 and 2006, and he ran unopposed for election in 2009, having demonstrated outstanding dedication to the prosperity of the city as president of the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation since the end of his first term; and

WHEREAS, Emphasizing the need for teamwork and regional cooperation among neighboring cities, Mayor Garcia is a strong proponent of economic development and job creation; he also is committed to increasing green space, continuing airport enhancements, and establishing an arts and entertainment district that would connect The University of Texas--Pan American with downtown Edinburg; and

WHEREAS, This dynamic Edinburg native has a long history of public service; after graduating from UTPA and earning his law degree at Texas Southern University, he served as Edinburg Municipal Judge for 3 years and was a county court of law judge for 16 years; in addition, he twice served as chair of the Texas Border Coalition and was appointed to the Texas Adult Probation Commission; and

WHEREAS, The proud father of two daughters, Gina Garcia and Katherine Perez, Mayor Garcia is also a devoted grandfather to Richard and William Perez; and

WHEREAS, Richard Garcia has outlined a clear vision for the future of Edinburg, and his expertise and skilled leadership will surely continue to benefit the community he is proud to call home; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Richard H. Garcia on his 2009 election as mayor of Edinburg and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mayor Garcia as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.