The kind of person Adan is can best be summed up by current Travis County Precinct 2 Chief Deputy Carol Buesing's speech at Adan's Deputy of the Year 2003 award ceremony.
" This year I have been given the honor to announce the Deputy of the Year for 2003. It has been my pleasure to know this individual for several years....."
"His love of his family is shown on a daily basis. Not just to his immediate family, but to those around him when he speaks of his wife and how proud he is of her accomplishments, and the many honors his children have received. "
"His love of God and his church are without question. He is one of those rare individuals who demonstrates his faith daily by his actions, his words and deeds."
"He is probably one of the most sought after trainers in the Central Texas area in both civil and criminal law. He has earned and gained the respect of his friends, fellow coworkers and law enforcement personnel around the State."
"He always has time for everyone's problems- both personal and professional. He always makes time for listening. Although he seldom is extremely outspoken, when he talks everyone listens, as he speaks from his heart."
"He is active in the Central Texas Justice of the Peace and Constables Association. Not only as a member, but as an elected officer and designated instructor for the past two conventions."
"It is with great honor that the 2003 Deputy of the year is awarded to a person that I personally depend on, admire and look up to Lt. Adan Ballesteros"
What others think of Adan:
Great guy, very well suited for the job and well qualified. I am telling all my neighbors and church friends about voting for him.
Lisa Ward, Wells Branch resident and member of Hill Country Bible Church Pflugerville.
A good man that has earned my respect, I am and continue to be very impressed with his unwavering ability to serve the public and our church. He will work hard for Pct 2.
Ron Woodard, Pflugerville resident and fellow St. Elizabeth's Church member.
Hardworking, committed, has the experience to lead and the will to serve the community. Adan Ballesteros is "the right man for the job"
Don Ellerby, local resident and business owner.
I think Adan is a great candidate and is really clear about how he will put his values into the job. I am inspired by his history of service and his vision of how the Constable can be more engaged with the community.
Skatya, Northwood resident and Nurse.