By Anton Riecher
Retiring East Medina County Special Utility District superintendent Bruce Alexander bid farewell Monday to the Medina County Commissioners Court by introducing his replacements to the court.
“December 31 is my last day and I can’t thank y’all or any of the previous commissioners and judges enough for all the work we’ve done in securing safe, potable drinking water for all the properties in Medina County,” Alexander said.
A licensed water operator for more than 43 years, Alexander is also a past president of the Texas Rural Water Association, a statewide educational and trade association that represents the state’s rural water community. He also serves as the current mayor of Castroville.
Alexander introduced EMCSUD business manager Lauren Evans and field manager Ronnie Lemmons. The EMCSUD board of directors has chosen to dissolve the superintendent position and split the duties between Evans and Lemmons.
As for the future, Alexander said he plans to spend more time with family, friends and as Castroville mayor.
County Judge Keith Lutz said he detected signs of emotion as Alexander addressed the commissioners.
“It doesn’t surprise me because he’s a really, really good guy and has really worked hard for our citizens,” Lutz said.
Bruce Alexander, retiring this month as superintendent of East Medina County Special Utility District, bid farewell to the Medina County Commissioners Court Monday. (Photo by Anton Riecher)
CUTLINE – LEMMONS-EVANS-ALEXANDER
From left, East Medina County Special Utility District field manager Ronnie Lemmons and business manager Lauren Evans joined with retiring superintendent Bruce Alexander who bid farewell to the Medina County Commissioners Court Monday. (Photo by Anton Riecher)