SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 617
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Hubert Robinson, who is retiring from Jacksonville
City Council after 20 years of distinguished service; and
WHEREAS, Hubert Robinson represented District 1 on the
city council from May 13, 2003, to May 9, 2023; he served as
acting mayor from September of 2014 to June of 2015 and served
three times as mayor pro tempore; and
WHEREAS, An inspiration to all who knew him, council member
Robinson led the people of Jacksonville with dedication and
integrity and sought to address the concerns of his constituents;
he contributed his efforts to many municipal endeavors for the
improvement of the city's infrastructure and worked to enhance
the quality of life for the residents of Jacksonville; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, council member Robinson's
diligence did much to benefit the City of Jacksonville; he was
involved in many projects, including the construction of a new
city hall and a public safety complex, the installation of a
city-wide automated water meter system, and the expansion and
upgrading of the city's parks; and
WHEREAS, A man of deep faith, Hubert is a member of Sweet
Union Baptist Church, where he serves as a trustee; devoted to
his spiritual family and to his constituents, Hubert's effective
collaboration with colleagues and city officials has helped to
make Jacksonville a safe and rewarding place to live, work, and
raise a family; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby commend Hubert Robinson on his years of civic
leadership and on his service to the people of Jacksonville and
extend to him sincere best wishes for the future and in all of his
endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Nichols
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 19, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate