MPA Program Honors Alumnus: Lubbock Mayor Tom Martin

The
Public Administration Program at Texas Tech recently
honored Lubbock Mayor Tom Martin as outstanding
alumnus. Mayor Martin has had an exemplary
career in public service and has made a distinct
contribution to the betterment of society. He
served 28 years in municipal government including 24
years in various police positions including eight
years as chief of police of San Marcos and
Grapevine. He was elected to the Lubbock City
Council in 2003 and elected Mayor in 2008.