83R29089 BPG-D
By: Raymond H.C.R. No. 128
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, For more than two decades, the Honorable Oscar O.
Martinez has served with distinction as a justice of the peace in
Webb County, and it is indeed fitting to name the Precinct 4 court
building in his honor; and
WHEREAS, Judge Martinez was elected as justice of the peace
for Precinct 4, Place 1, in 1991; during his tenure, he has worked
diligently to combat truancy and disciplinary problems, and, in
conjunction with the United States Border Patrol, he leads a new
program for at-risk youth; he has been recognized on numerous
occasions by the United Independent School District and other local
agencies for his commitment to improving the lives of area
students; and
WHEREAS, Active in a number of professional organizations,
Judge Martinez has served as director of the South Texas Justice of
the Peace and Constable Association and was a founder of the Texas
Justice Court Judges Association; moreover, he has attended the
College of Justice Court Judges; and
WHEREAS, This notable Texan is a veteran of the United States
Air Force and an alumnus of Texas A&I University, and he is a
previous director of the Laredo International Fair & Exposition;
and
WHEREAS, Judge Martinez has greatly benefited the people of
Webb County through his exceptional public service and many
contributions to the community, and naming the Precinct 4 court
building for him would provide an appropriate tribute; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 83rd Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby urge the Webb County Commissioners Court to name the
Precinct 4 court building in honor of Judge Oscar O. Martinez; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That the secretary of state forward an official
copy of this resolution to the Webb County Commissioners Court.