SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 750
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 Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
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 Senate.
Flores
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 16, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate