86R28767 CJM-D
By: Minjarez H.R. No. 1377
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Rey A. Saldaña is concluding his service as a member
of the San Antonio City Council in 2019, drawing to a close a tenure
distinguished by significant progress and achievement; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Saldaña became the youngest ever member of the
San Antonio City Council following his election to that office in
May 2011 when he was just 24 years old; since then, he has ably
represented the interests of his constituents by supporting health
and fitness initiatives, advocating for student access to mental
health resources, and working to improve public transport and
infrastructure; among his most impressive accomplishments is the
transformation of Pearsall Park from a landfill into a 505-acre
regional park featuring splash pads, running and biking courses, a
zip line, a skate park, and a disc golf course; and
WHEREAS, In addition to fulfilling his duties as a public
official, Mr. Saldaña has taught at Trinity University and Palo
Alto College for a number of years; he previously worked in the Vice
President's Office for Community Service at The University of Texas
at San Antonio and served as chief engagement officer for KIPP San
Antonio; he has further contributed to his fellow citizens as a
mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Boys and Girls Club of
San Antonio, and he has given generously of his time and talents as
a national board member of Communities In Schools, which recognized
him in 2017 with the All In for Students Award; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of South San Antonio High School,
Mr. Saldaña continued his education at Stanford University, where
he earned bachelor's degrees in political science and communication
and a master's degree in policy, organization, and leadership
studies; in all his endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of his
wife, Jessica, and he takes great pride in their son, Eli; and
WHEREAS, Through his dedication, leadership, and expertise,
Rey Saldaña has made a positive and lasting difference in the San
Antonio community, and he may indeed reflect with pride on all that
he has accomplished in its behalf; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Rey A. Saldaña for his service on the
San Antonio City Council 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. Saldaña as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.