SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 461 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, 1948, 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. Hinojosa ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 25, 2023. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate