SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 214

WHEREAS, The San Leon Municipal Utility District is hosting a dedication ceremony on February 24, 2023, to name a water tower in honor of the late Joseph Lynn Manchaca; and

WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his community, Joseph served as president of San Leon Municipal Utility District for 16 years, and under his able leadership, the district secured funding for the area's water tower; he also gave generously of his time and talents as vice president of the Dwane Caldwell Military Scholarship and Charity Foundation and as chaplain of the Sons of the American Legion; he was a lifetime member of the San Leon Fire Department, and he volunteered with the Sisters Helping Sisters Brotherhood and with the San Leon Yard Birds; and

WHEREAS, Joseph's professional achievements included establishing his vehicle repair shop, working for Satellite Logistics Group, and serving as North American director of warehouse operations for the international logistics firm Hillebrand; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his life, Joseph set an inspiring example of civic engagement and public service, and the naming of the water tower in his honor is a fitting tribute to his significant contributions; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby commemorate the dedication of the San Leon Municipal Utility District water tower in memory of Joseph Lynn Manchaca and commend all who have contributed to securing this designation on their outstanding efforts; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special occasion as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Middleton

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 28, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate