Appointments for December 18, 2008
Appointment as Judge of the 168th Judicial District Court, El Paso County, for a term until the next General Election and until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified, Christopher Antcliff of El Paso. Judge Antcliff is replacing Judge Guadalupe Rivera who has been duly elected and qualified to serve on the 8th Court of Appeals.
Appointed to the Produce Recovery Fund Board for a term to expire January 31, 2009, Ly H. Nguyen of Sugar Land (Ms. Nguyen is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Produce Recovery Fund Board for a term to expire January 31, 2011, Ralph Diaz of Corpus Christi (Mr. Diaz is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Produce Recovery Fund Board for a term to expire January 31, 2013, Byron E. White of Arlington (Mr. White is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Produce Recovery Fund Board for a term to expire January 31, 2013, Bernard J. Thiel, Jr. of Lubbock (replacing Steven Jones of Lubbock whose term expired).
Appointed to the One Call Board for a term to expire August 31, 2011, James Wynn of Midland (replacing Virginio Ortega of Lubbock who resigned).
Appointed to the Texas Woman's University Board of Regents for a term to expire February 1, 2011, Harry L. Crumpacker, II of Prosper (replacing Sharon Venable of Dallas who resigned).
Appointed to the Texas Medical Board for a term to expire April 13, 2013, James Scott Holliday of University Park (replacing Roberta Kalafut of Abilene who resigned).
Appointed to the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority Board of Directors, pursuant to SB 707, 80th Legislature, Regular Session, for a term to expire February 1, 2011, Roel Rodriguez of McAllen.
Appointed to the Texas Commission on Jail Standards for a term to expire January 31, 2009, Franklin Tam Terry of White Deer (replacing Mark Gilliam of Rockport who resigned).
Appointed to the Texas Medical Board District Four Review Committee for a term to expire January 15, 2012, John R. Guerra of Mission (replacing Bobby Howard of Corpus Christi whose term expired).
Appointed to the Assistive and Rehabilitative Services Council for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Donald D. Roy of Mt. Pleasant (replacing Robert Peters of Tyler who resigned).
Appointed to the Jefferson and Orange County Board of Pilot Commissioners for a term to expire August 22, 2010, Travis Todd Miller of Orange (Dr. Miller is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Jefferson and Orange County Board of Pilot Commissioners for a term to expire August 22, 2010, Martin E. Broussard of Beaumont (replacing Morris Carter, Jr. of Port Arthur whose term expired).
Appointed to the State Independent Living Council for a term to expire October 24, 2009, Randell K. Resneder of Lubbock (replacing Sue Ford of Bedford whose term expired).
Appointed to the State Independent Living Council for a term to expire October 24, 2009, Dennis Borel of Austin (Mr. Borel is being reappointed).
Appointed to the State Independent Living Council for a term to expire October 24, 2010, Scotty Sherrill of Nacagdoches (Ms. Sherrill is being reappointed).
Appointed to the State Independent Living Council for a term to expire October 24, 2010, Saul Herrera of Midland (replacing Morgan Talbot of McAllen whose term expired).
Appointed to the State Independent Living Council for a term to expire October 24, 2010, Karen Swearingen of Rowlett (replacing Robert Hawkins of Bellmead whose term expired).
Appointed to the State Independent Living Council for a term to expire October 24, 2010, Donald L. Landry of Groves (Mr. Landry is being reappointed).
Appointed to the State Independent Living Council for a term to expire October 24, 2011, Gloria N. Greeder of El Paso (replacing Marcia Ingram of McAllen whose term expired).
Appointments for December 23, 2008
Designating Dr. Thomas E. Tenner, Jr. as Presiding Officer of the Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke for a term at the pleasure of the Governor. Dr. Tenner is replacing Dr. Michael Hawkins of Austin as presiding officer.
Appointed as Justice of the Fourth Appellate District, Place 2, effective January 1, 2009, for a term until the next General Election and until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified, Marialyn Barnard of San Antonio. Ms. Barnard is replacing Justice Catherine Stone who was elected Chief Justice of the Fourth Appellate District.
Appointed as District Attorney for the 344th Judicial District, Chambers County, pursuant to HB 2569, 80th Legislature, Regular Session, effective January 1, 2009, for a term until the next General Election and until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified, Cheryl Swope Lieck of Anahuac.
Appointed as Judge of the 429th Judicial District Court, Collin County, pursuant to SB 1951, 80th Legislature, Regular Session, effective January 1, 2009, for a term until the next General Election and until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified, Jill R. Willis of Allen.
Appointed to the Texas Optometry Board for a term to expire January 31, 2009, Cynthia Jenkins of Irving (replacing Elsa Silva of El Paso who resigned).
Appointed to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists for a term to expire October 31, 2009, Carlos R. Chacon of El Paso (replacing Catherine Estrada of Fort Worth who resigned).
Appointed to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council for a term to expire August 1, 2009, Richard L. Beard of Mesquite (replacing Thalia Munoz of Roma who resigned).
Appointed to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council for a term to expire August 1, 2011, John Q. Gowan of Dallas (replacing Susan Scott-Galindo of Bryan whose term expired).
Appointed to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council for a term to expire August 1, 2013, Davidica Blum of Georgetown (replacing David Valdez of San Antonio whose term expired).
Appointed to the Commission on Human Rights for a term to expire February 1, 2009, Veronica Vargas Stidvent of Austin (replacing Patricia Asip of Plano who resigned).
Appointed to the Commission on Human Rights for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Danny L. Osterhout of Andrews (replacing Nila Wipf of Harlingen whose term expired).
Appointed to the Commission on Human Rights for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Thomas M. Anderson of Richmond (Mr. Anderson is being reappointed). Mr. Anderson will serve as presiding officer of the commission.
Appointed to the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners for a term to expire January 31, 2013, Linda Diane Steinbrueck of Driftwood (Ms. Steinbrueck is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Michael M. Hawkins of Austin (pursuant to Health and Safety Code Chapter 93, Section 93.0002).
Appointed to the Texas Health Services Authority, pursuant to House Bill 1066, 80th Legislature, Regular Session, for a term to expire June 15, 2009, Donna Montemayor of San Antonio.
Appointed to the Texas Industrialized Building Code Council for a term to expire February 1, 2010, Martin J. Garza of San Antonio (Mr. Garza is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities for a term to expire February 1, 2011, Rene Requenez of Edinburg (replacing Crece Palmer of Watauga who resigned).
Appointed to the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Andrew D. Crim of Fort Worth (replacing Ed Rankin of Dallas whose term expired).
Appointed to the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Lora Taylor of Houston (replacing Susan Berkley of Alvin whose term expired).
Appointed to the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Brenda Coleman-Beattie of Austin (Ms. Coleman-Beattie is being reappointed). Ms. Coleman-Beattie will service as presiding officer of the council.
Appointed to the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Cynthia Johnston of Dallas (Ms. Johnston is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities for a term to expire February 1, 2013, Susan Vardell of Sherman (Ms. Vardell is being reappointed).
Appointments for December 31, 2008
Appointed to the Trinity River Authority Board of Directors for a term to expire March 15, 2011, Martha A. Hernandez of Burleson (replacing Shanda Perkins of Burleson who resigned).
Appointed to the Statewide Emergency Services Personnel Retirement Fund Board of Trustees for a term to expire September 1, 2011, Don Shipman of Colleyville (replacing Allen J. Scopel of Rosenberg whose term expired).
Appointed to the Statewide Emergency Services Personnel Retirement Fund Board of Trustees for a term to expire September 1, 2013, Danny Key of Friendswood (replacing Paul Loeffler of Alpine whose term expired).
Appointed to the Statewide Emergency Services Personnel Retirement Fund Board of Trustees for a term to expire September 1, 2013, Ronald V. Larson of Horizon City (replacing Powell Choate, Jr. of Mineral Wells whose term expired).
Appointed to the Statewide Emergency Services Personnel Retirement Fund Board of Trustees for a term to expire September 1, 2013, Maxie Patterson of Spring (Mr. Patterson is being reappointed).
Appointed to the Texas Emancipation Juneteenth Cultural and Historical Commission for a term to expire February 1, 2011, Vicki D. Blanton of Dallas (replacing Eddie Richardson of Lubbock whose term expired).
Appointed to the Texas Emancipation Juneteenth Cultural and Historical Commission for a term to expire February 1, 2013, William H. Watson of Lubbock (replacing Lynda Tarr of Houston whose term expired).
Rick Perry, Governor
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RP 69
Relating to the creation of the Governor's Commission for Disaster Recovery and Renewal
WHEREAS, Texas was battered by three hurricanes and a major tropical storm during a 90 day period in 2008, causing major damage along the Texas coast; and
WHEREAS, for the first time in Texas history, all Texas coastal counties were designated presidentially declared disaster areas at the same time in 2008; and
WHEREAS, local governments alone do not have the resources needed for communities to fully recover from the devastating effects of a hurricane or major tropical storm or to adequately prepare for future disasters; and
WHEREAS, full recovery from a disaster and preparation for future disasters requires a comprehensive, integrated approach that incorporates the private sector; foundations; and the federal, state and local government; and,
WHEREAS, local officials are best equipped to assess the impact of disasters on their residents and to develop recovery plans for their communities; and
WHEREAS, local leaders have a vested interest in ensuring the economic revitalization of their communities following a disaster.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Rick Perry, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do hereby order the following:
Creation. The Governor's Commission for Disaster Recovery and Renewal ("Commission") is hereby created. The Commission shall:
1) Work cooperatively with the ongoing Hurricane Ike Recovery and Coordination Effort to document Texas communities' recovery needs and assist in seeking full federal reimbursement for recovery.
2) Develop recommendations designed to reduce the impact of natural disasters and build public-private partnerships that improve the state's ability to mitigate, respond to, and recover from disasters.
3) Recommend courses of action that will help devastated communities not only rebuild their economic base but also improve the quality of life and economic prosperity of their residents.
Composition and Organization. The Commission shall consist of up to 31 members appointed by the governor and include representatives of the private enterprise community; foundation; and local and state government. The governor may designate a member of the Commission to serve as chair of the Commission. The county judge of Aransas, Brazoria, Calhoun, Cameron, Chambers, Galveston, Harris, Hidalgo, Jackson, Jefferson, Kenedy, Kleberg, Liberty, Matagorda, Nueces, Orange, Refugio, San Patricio, Starr, Victoria, and Willacy counties shall be ex officio, non-voting members of the Commission. The governor may fill any vacancy that may occur and may appoint other voting or ex officio , non-voting members as needed. Any state or local officers or employees appointed to serve on the Commission shall do so in addition to the regular duties of their respective offices or positions. All appointees serve at the pleasure of the governor.
Sub-committees. The Chair may appoint sub-committees to fulfill the purposes of the Commission.
Meetings. The Commission shall meet not less than quarterly. The Chair shall determine the meeting times and places for the Commission.
Expenses. Commission members serve without compensation but may be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of the duties of the Commission.
Administrative and Financial Support. State agencies, local governments and non-profit corporations may provide staff and funding to assist the Commission as necessary.
Coordination. The Commission, through its advisory efforts, shall coordinate with the federal, state and local governments.
Recommendations and Report. The Commission shall develop a report containing recommendations identifying:
• critical needs of communities that will assist them in achieving full recovery from the effects of recent disasters;
• processes, protocols and standards to assist in preparing for future disasters; and
• strategies and organizational alignments to build back affected communities better than they were before the disasters.
The Commission shall submit a final report to the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the House of Representatives, no later than June 30, 2009, unless modified by the governor.
This executive order supersedes all previous orders on this matter that are in conflict or inconsistent with its terms and this order shall remain in effect and in full force until modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by me or by a succeeding governor.
Given under my hand this the 20th day of November, 2008.
Rick Perry, Governor
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TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:
WHEREAS, a vacancy now exists in the membership of the Texas Senate District No. 17, which consists of parts of Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, and Jefferson Counties; and
WHEREAS, the results of the special election have been officially declared on this date; and
WHEREAS, no candidate in the special election received a majority of the votes cast, as required by Section 203.003 of the Texas Election Code, and
WHEREAS, Section 2.025(a) of the Texas Election Code requires a special runoff election to be held not earlier than the 20th or later than the 45th day after the date of the canvass of the main election; and
WHEREAS, Section 3.003 of the Texas Election Code requires the election to be ordered by proclamation of the Governor;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICK PERRY, GOVERNOR OF TEXAS, under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and Statutes of the State of Texas, do hereby order a special runoff election to be held in Senate District No. 17 on Tuesday, December 16, 2008, for the purpose of electing a State Senator for Senate District No. 17 to serve the remainder of the term that began on January 9, 2007.
Early voting by personal appearance shall begin on December 8, 2008, in accordance with Section 85.001(b) of the Texas Election Code.
A copy of this order will be mailed immediately to the County Judges of Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris and Jefferson Counties, and all appropriate writs will be issued and all proper proceedings will be followed, to the end that said election may be held to fill the vacancy in Senate District No. 17 and its result proclaimed in accordance with law.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereto signed my name and have officially caused the Seal of State to be affixed at my Office in the City of Austin, Texas, this the 17th day of November, 2008.
Rick Perry, Governor
Attested by: Coby Shorter, III, Deputy Secretary of State
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TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:
I, RICK PERRY, Governor of the State of Texas, did issue an Emergency Disaster Proclamation on September 8, 2008, as Hurricane Ike posed a threat of imminent disaster along the Texas Coast and in specified counties in Texas. The disaster proclamation was subsequently renewed through December 6, 2008, in the wake of Hurricane Ike.
WHEREAS, Hurricane Ike struck the State of Texas on September 13, 2008, causing substantial destruction in South and East Texas.
WHEREAS, Hurricane Ike continues to create a state of disaster for the people in the State of Texas.
WHEREAS, the state of disaster includes the counties of Anderson, Angelina, Aransas, Archer, Austin, Bell, Bexar, Bowie, Brazoria, Brazos, Burleson, Calhoun, Cass, Chambers, Cherokee, Collin, Colorado, Comal, Coryell, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, El Paso, Fort Bend, Franklin, Freestone, Galveston, Grayson, Gregg, Grimes, Hardin, Harris, Harrison, Henderson, Hill, Hopkins, Houston, Hunt, Jackson, Jasper, Jefferson, Johnson, Kaufman, Lamar, Lavaca, Leon, Liberty, Limestone, Lubbock, Madison, Marion, Matagorda, McLennan, Milam, Montgomery, Morris, Nacogdoches, Navarro, Newton, Nueces, Orange, Panola, Parker, Polk, Potter, Randall, Robertson, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Jacinto, San Patricio, Shelby, Smith, Tarrant, Titus, Tom Green, Travis, Trinity, Tyler, Upshur, Van Zandt, Victoria, Waller, Walker, Washington, Webb, Wharton, Williamson, Wise and Wood.
THEREFORE, in accordance with the authority vested in me by Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code, I do hereby renew the disaster proclamation and direct that all necessary measures, both public and private as authorized under Section 418.017 of the code, be implemented to meet that disaster.
As provided in Section 418.016 of the code, all rules and regulations that may inhibit or prevent prompt response to this threat are suspended for the duration of the incident.
The renewal of the disaster proclamation becomes effective on December 7, 2008, and shall remain in effect until January 5, 2009, unless renewed or terminated.
In accordance with the statutory requirements, copies of this proclamation shall be filed with the applicable authorities.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto signed my name and have officially caused the Seal of State to be affixed at my Office in the City of Austin, Texas, this the 15th day of December, 2008.
Rick Perry, Governor
Attested by: Esperanza "Hope" Andrade, Secretary of State
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TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:
I, RICK PERRY, Governor of the State of Texas, do hereby certify that severe storms and tornadoes that occurred December 8, 2008, have caused a disaster in Grayson County, in the State of Texas.
THEREFORE, in accordance with the authority vested in me by Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code, I do hereby declare a state of disaster in the county listed above based on the existence of such disaster, and direct that all necessary measures both public and private as authorized under Section 418.017 of the code be implemented to meet that disaster.
As provided in Section 418.016 of the code, all rules and regulations that may inhibit or prevent prompt response to this disaster are suspended for the duration of the incident. In accordance with the statutory requirements, copies of this proclamation shall be filed with the applicable authorities.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto signed my name and have officially caused the Seal of State to be affixed at my Office in the City of Austin, Texas, this the 14th day of December, 2008.
Rick Perry, Governor
Attested by: Esperanza "Hope" Andrade, Secretary of State
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