81R35296 BPG-D By: Quintanilla H.R. No. 2744 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Raymundo Rodriguez has served the Socorro Independent School District board with great distinction for six years, and it is indeed fitting to recognize his contributions; and WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, Ray Rodriguez worked diligently to maintain a sound fiscal standing and increase the district's savings, and he advocated for higher pay for the district's hardworking employees; a dedicated public servant, he previously served on the city council for 12 years, and was mayor of Socorro from 1998 to 2000; in addition, he has served on several committees for the Rio Grande Council of Governments, as well as on its board; and WHEREAS, Mr. Rodriguez worked as an attendance officer for Socorro ISD between 1987 and 1993, visiting homes to reach out to the families of children with frequent absences; he is also a retired business owner, having spent almost three decades in medical sales and repairs; in all his endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of his wife, Linda, and his children, Denise and Paul; and WHEREAS, With an unwavering commitment to Socorro ISD students and staff, Ray Rodriguez worked to foster a supportive and challenging education environment, and in so doing, he has helped equip many young Texans with skills that will help them to build fulfilling and productive lives; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby honor Raymundo Rodriguez for his service as a trustee of the Socorro Independent School District and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Rodriguez as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.