TITLE: Recognizing the official naming of the Judge Pete De La Garza Courthouse Annex in Kleberg County.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the official naming of the Judge Pete De La Garza Courthouse Annex in Kleberg County.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Honorable Pete De La Garza for his 17 years of outstanding service to Kleberg County; and WHEREAS, A native of Kingsville, Texas, Pete De La Garza was elected to the position of Kleberg County Attorney in 1989; after five years of service, he was elected to the position of Kleberg County Judge in 1995 and went on to serve three four-year terms; he was the first Hispanic in Kleberg County to serve in those positions; and WHEREAS, During Pete De La Garza's tenure as Kleberg County Judge, his administration received millions of dollars in grants to enhance the growth of Kleberg County; his administration also kept taxes in check to the benefit of all Kleberg County citizens; Judge De La Garza's concern for the welfare of the county's residents was evident by the diligence and professionalism with which he carried out his duties; and WHEREAS, Judge Pete De La Garza is well known as a leading Kleberg County citizen who gives unselfishly of his time and energy to others and who has consistently directed his efforts toward the betterment of his community and state; his civic involvement has included serving as a member of the Kingsville Chamber of Commerce and of various other organizations and boards; and WHEREAS, As a tribute to Judge Pete De La Garza's dedication and years of hard work on his county's behalf, the Kleberg County Commissioner's Court has declared that the remodeled Exxon Building, which will be used for county offices, be named the Judge Pete De La Garza Courthouse Annex; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Judge Pete De La Garza on his exceptional service on behalf of Kleberg County and extend to him congratulations on the official naming of the Judge Pete De La Garza Courthouse Annex; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Judge Pete De La Garza 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 February 14, 2011.