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Alamo proclaims March 17, 2026, John (Johnny) Escobedo Day
Summary
Mayor J. R. Garza presented a proclamation honoring Johnny Escobedo’s years of service to Alamo, noting his local contracting work including remodeling the city hall chamber; family members accepted the proclamation and commissioners offered praise.
The City of Alamo presented a proclamation at its March 17 meeting declaring March 17, 2026, as John (Johnny) Escobedo Day in recognition of his community service and long ties to the city.
Mayor J. R. Garza read the proclamation noting Escobedo’s life and service, including years working with Crest Fruit Company, local city employment and operation of his small business, Johnny the Handyman. "I, J. R. Garza, mayor of the city of Alamo, Texas, by the authority vested in me, do hereby... declare 03/17/2026 as John Johnny Escobedo Day," the mayor read when presenting the proclamation. Escobedo’s daughter, Crystal Scovado, told the commission she has worked as a teacher at Sorensen Elementary with PSJA for 20 years and spoke about her father’s example.
Commissioners praised Escobedo’s workmanship, including the mayor’s note that Escobedo had remodeled the city hall chamber. The commission approved the proclamation by voice vote and presented a framed proclamation and a photo opportunity.
Why it matters: Proclamations are ceremonial recognitions that highlight local residents’ contributions and reinforce community ties. Escobedo was recognized for decades of service and local contracting work that included municipal facilities.
Next steps: None required; the presentation concluded with the proclamation signing and photographs.
