SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 4
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Henry R. Martinez for his many contributions to his
community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez is a veteran of the Korean War and a
founder of the Ledbetter Neighborhood Association; under his
leadership, this exemplary nonprofit organization has undertaken
numerous projects to improve the community and to raise awareness
of the neighborhood's Hispanic heritage; and
WHEREAS, Among the association's notable accomplishments
are renaming the Trinity Portland Cement Company Mexican
Cemetery to El Campo Santo De Cemento Grande and making such
improvements to this historic resting place as erecting two
flagpoles, creating a display with photographs of the area's
past, and acquiring a Historical Marker; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez has led the way as the association
supported efforts to reduce lead contamination and prevent the
siting of controversial establishments in the neighborhood; he
played an important role in having the Eladio R. Martinez
Learning Center named after a local World War II hero; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Martinez has had a profound impact on his
community, and it is truly fitting that he be recognized for his
many achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
on his many contributions to his community and extend to him best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 30, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate