Recognizing Richard "Andy" Palacios II for his contributions to the San Antonio community as owner of Tony's Siesta and co-owner of Atlee's Rally.

89(R) HR 1248 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

H.R. No. 1248

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Richard Palacios II, owner of Tony's Siesta and

co-owner of Atlee's Rally in San Antonio, has distinguished himself

as an outstanding example of the entrepreneurial spirit of the Lone

Star State; and

WHEREAS, Operated by Tony Lopez for two decades, Tony's

Siesta originally opened as Tony's Bar in 1999; after a brief period

of closure for renovations, "Andy" Palacios assumed ownership of

the business in 2020 and renamed it Tony's Siesta in homage to

Mr. Lopez's retirement; serving such popular drinks as its

signature Siesta Rita and aguas frescas, he continues to honor the

cantina's proud legacy by playing Latin music and preserving its

historic exterior; and

WHEREAS, As co-owner of Atlee's Rally, Mr. Palacios helped

launch the St. Paul Square sports bar during the NCAA Men's Final

Four basketball tournament in April 2025; the establishment is

named for architect Atlee B. Ayers, who lived in San Antonio and

served as the state architect of Texas during the early 20th

century; painted in the colors of the city's beloved Spurs

basketball team, the bar is a welcoming space for watching sports,

and its offerings include a wide range of beers and craft cocktails;

and

WHEREAS, In addition to his many entrepreneurial endeavors,

Mr. Palacios frequently assists in planning such community events

as chili cook-offs, birthday parties, and gatherings for the city's

annual Fiesta celebrations; and

WHEREAS, Through his creativity, resilience, and hard work,

Andy Palacios has earned his businesses the status of treasured

community institutions, and he may indeed reflect with pride on his

achievements; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas

Legislature hereby recognize Richard Palacios II for his

contributions to the San Antonio community as owner of Tony's

Siesta and co-owner of Atlee's Rally and extend to him sincere best

wishes for continued success; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be

prepared for Mr. Palacios as an expression of high regard by the

Texas House of Representatives.

Martinez Fischer

Bernal

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Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1248 was adopted by the House on May

23, 2025, by a non-record vote.

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Chief Clerk of the House