Bill Text: TX HCR154 | 2011-2012 | 82nd Legislature | Introduced

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Bill Title: Congratulating Stephen Hartmann of Midland on his retirement as executive director of University Lands for The University of Texas System.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 2)

Status: (Passed) 2011-05-28 - Signed by the Governor [HCR154 Detail]

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82R27012 BPG-D
By: Craddick H.C.R. No. 154

CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Stephen Hartmann of Midland retired as executive
director of University Lands for The University of Texas System on
April 30, 2011, concluding a distinguished career with the
institution that spanned more than three decades; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Southwest Texas State University,
Steve Hartmann earned his master's degree in range science from
Texas A&M University; he joined UT Lands-Surface Interests as a
field representative in 1976 and served as director of University
Lands-West Texas Operations for five years before his appointment
as executive director in 1997; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hartmann was the first individual to assume
responsibility for all aspects of University Lands operations,
including the management of 2.1 million acres of Permanent
University Fund properties across 19 West Texas counties; in
addition to directing the management of oil, gas, and other mineral
operations, he oversaw grazing, farming, and hunting leases, as
well as utility easements and business sites; and
WHEREAS, Under the leadership of this dynamic and
plain-spoken Texan, the annual revenue from University Lands
increased fivefold, adding a cumulative income of more than $3.7
billion to the Permanent University Fund and Available University
Fund; in 2011, contributions to the Permanent University Fund will
exceed $800 million; Mr. Hartmann added significant new revenue
sources, including Ste. Genevieve Winery, Mesa Vineyard, which is
the largest vineyard in Texas, and vast wind farms to generate power
for Texas residents and businesses; moreover, he recently presided
over two record-breaking sales of leases for mineral development on
University Lands, facilitated by his implementation of technology
such as a robust GIS system enabling online mapping and access of
well data; and
WHEREAS, The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
recognized Mr. Hartmann in 2009 for land conservation and
restoration efforts, and he received the W. R. Chapline Land
Stewardship Award from the Society for Range Management; he served
the Society for Range Management-Texas Section as president, as a
director, and in myriad other leadership roles, and he also served
on the Texas Tech College of Agricultural Sciences Dean's Advisory
Committee; in addition, he has given generously of his time and
talents as a member of the International Right-of-Way Association,
the International Pipeline Committee, the Permian Basin Petroleum
Association, and Midland's Environmental Professionals; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Hartmann enjoys the
support and encouragement of his wife, Georgia, and their two sons,
daughter-in-law, and granddaughter; and
WHEREAS, Admired for his integrity, responsible stewardship
of the land, and exceptional business acumen, Steve Hartmann
greatly benefited The University of Texas System and the entire
Lone Star State, and his accomplishments will continue to resonate
in the years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 82nd Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby congratulate Steve Hartmann on his retirement as executive
director of University Lands for The University of Texas System and
extend sincere appreciation for his outstanding contributions;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Hartmann as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives and Senate.