SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 487
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Hidalgo County Drainage District 1, which
dedicated the new Oscar L. Garza Jr. administration building in
Edinburg on March 7, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Residents and local leaders in Hidalgo County
recently gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Drainage
District's new administrative offices; the building honors the
late Oscar Garza, who was a treasured Edinburg native and a
three-term Hidalgo County commissioner for Precinct 4; and
WHEREAS, Oscar Garza was admired for his charitable spirit
and his commitment of service in the community; he gave
generously of his time to benefit local youth and underprivileged
residents, and he inspired countless individuals through his
tireless volunteerism; and
WHEREAS, In addition to donating his personal time to civic
endeavors, Oscar served the county as a bailiff and as a justice
of the peace for several years; he was later elected Precinct 4
commissioner, and during his three terms of service, he became
known for maximizing beneficial projects without increasing tax
burdens; and
WHEREAS, The Oscar L. Garza Jr. administration building is
a symbol of Mr. Garza's commitment to the residents of Hidalgo
County, and it represents the continued efforts of local leaders
to carry on his proud legacy of service; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend the staff of the Hidalgo County
Drainage District 1 for their exemplary civic work and
congratulate them on the dedication of the Oscar L. Garza Jr.
administration building; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the district as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 26, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate