2023S0378-1 04/17/23
By: Hinojosa S.R. No. 461
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Javier Norberto Garcia on the grand occasion of his
75th birthday and to honor him for his outstanding service to his
community, county, and country; and
WHEREAS, Javier Norberto Garcia was born on April 12,
1947, in Alice; after attending schools in the Ben Bolt-Palito
Blanco Consolidated Independent School District and graduating
in 1966, Javier enlisted in the National Guard and served his
country with honor and distinction for 22 years; and
WHEREAS, A man of strength and determination, Javier
served his community in addition to his military service by
becoming an educator with the Alice Independent School District;
he led a rewarding career as a teacher for 20 years, and he was
elected to the board of the Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco Consolidated
Independent School District and served for 10 years; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his life, this exemplary citizen and
distinguished veteran has embodied the traits of selflessness
and devotion to service, dedicating himself to helping others and
to serving as a voice for those around him; he served on the Jim
Wells County Appraisal District Board of Directors for 32 years
and served as Jim Wells County commissioner, for Precinct Four
for 24 years; and
WHEREAS, During his time as county commissioner, Javier
collaborated with nonprofit organizations, including Community
Action Corporation of South Texas, to establish parks in Ben Bolt
and in Palito Blanco; he gave generously of his time and energy to
provide services and meals for the elderly in Jim Wells County,
and he is truly deserving of special recognition for all that he
has done to care for others and to strengthen his community; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby commend Javier Norberto Garcia on his many
achievements and on his outstanding contributions to the
well-being and prosperity of his community and of the Lone Star
State and extend to him best wishes for much joy and fulfillment
in the years ahead; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.