TITLE: Recognizing Ernesto Francisco Cavazos on the occasion of his retirement.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Ernesto Francisco Cavazos on the occasion of his retirement.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Ernesto Francisco Cavazos, who recently retired as chairman of the Willacy County Democratic Party after 32 years of exemplary leadership; and WHEREAS, An esteemed resident of the Rio Grande Valley, Ernesto Cavazos graduated from Raymondville High School and The University of Texas--Pan American; he worked as a farm worker, and he enjoyed a 22-year career at Texas Workforce Solutions; he served his country with distinction as a member of the Army National Guard during Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield, Operation Noble Eagle, and Operation Enduring Freedom; and WHEREAS, Mr. Cavazos was elected chairman of the Willacy County Democratic Party in 1989; the first chairman in Willacy County to assist election precinct chairs, he was instrumental in electing Democrats to county offices; he was honored to attend the inaugurations of Governor Ann Richards and President Bill Clinton; and WHEREAS, A dedicated public servant, Ernesto Cavazos currently serves as chairman of the Willacy County Lions Club and as commissioner of the Willacy County Navigation District; over the last three decades, he has helped set lasting standards for excellence within the Willacy County Democratic Party, and his leadership will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby commend Ernesto Francisco Cavazos on his many contributions to the community and his outstanding leadership as chairman of the Willacy County Democratic Party and extend to him best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 3, 2021.