Bexar County commissioners honor Tejano icons with special proclamation

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – Several Tejano artists were honored on Tuesday at the Bexar County commissioners’ court meeting.

A special proclamation was given honoring icons of Tejano and Norteño music.

The honorees and icons included:

• Flaco Jiménez - family recognized posthumously
• Johnny Rodriguez - family recognized posthumously
• Ramiro Herrera
• Shelly Lares
• Stefani Montiel
• Elida Reyna
• Michael Salgado
• Little Joe
• Gary Hobbs
• David Lee Garza
• Jay Perez
• David Marez

“Their commitment goes beyond the stage,” Judge Peter Sakai said during the presentation of the tributes. “As many have invested time and heart into community events, cultural preservation and mentoring younger artists. Through years of hard work and passion, they have created music that tells stories, celebrates heritage and united generations.”

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