H.R. No. 135 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The San Leon Municipal Utility District is hosting a dedication ceremony on February 24, 2023, to name a water tower in honor of the late Joseph Lynn Manchaca; and WHEREAS, Deeply dedicated to his community, Mr. Manchaca served as president of San Leon MUD for 16 years, and under his able leadership, the district secured funding for the area's water tower; Mr. Manchaca also gave generously of his time and talents as vice president of the Dwane Caldwell Military Scholarship and Charity Foundation and as chaplain of the Sons of the American Legion, and he was a lifetime member of the San Leon Fire Department; in addition, he volunteered with the Sisters Helping Sisters Brotherhood and with the San Leon Yard Birds; and WHEREAS, Mr. Manchaca's professional achievements included establishing his own vehicle repair shop, working for Satellite Logistics Group, and serving as North American director of warehouse operations for the international logistics firm Hillebrand; and WHEREAS, Throughout his life, Joseph Lynn Manchaca set an inspiring example of civic engagement and public service, and the naming of the water tower in his honor is a fitting tribute to his significant contributions; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the dedication of the San Leon Municipal Utility District water tower in memory of Joseph Lynn Manchaca and commend all those involved in securing this designation for their efforts. Leo-Wilson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 135 was adopted by the House on February 14, 2023, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House