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Recommendation: Retain

Evaluation: Valdez received generally positive ratings. Some of his strengths include having a courteous demeanor, maintaining proper control over the courtroom, being attentive to proceedings, and discharging responsibilities diligently. He has displayed a willingness to improve his judicial skills and has exhibited a positive attitude toward self-improvement.

Experience and education: Valdez was appointed to Metro Court in March 2004 and elected to the position in November 2004. Prior to that, he practiced law for 15 years. He has been involved in various community and professional organizations including the New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association, U.S. District Court Bar, New Mexico Inn of Courts and has volunteered as an assistant baseball coach and assistant den leader for Tiger Cub Scouts. He earned his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and his law degree from UNM.