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Vol. 37, No. 29 WEEKLY WEDNESDAY • JULY 20, 2022 Office (956) 487-6544 - Fax (956) 487-6165 - E-Mail: sctc78582@aol.com - www.starrcountytowncrier.com
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City Manager Alex Barrera Receives 487-2596 National Award for Innovation 4350 E. US HWY 83 R.G.C.
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City of Roma City Manager Alex Barrera was awarded the Tyler Technology Excellence Award at the national CONNECT Conference held in Indianapolis,
Indiana. The national award is given to individuals who utilize software “to save time and money, make more informed decisions, and streamline processes to optimize operations.” Mr. Barrera upgraded the City’s accounting software to a cloud version that allowed for him to export data and create dashboards to analyze revenue and expenses, identify trends, drill into discrepancies, and share necessary budget information across departments. For small municipalities with limited budgets, any cost savings can deliver real value to the community and the people they serve. The process to identify cost
savings, however, can too often be a tedious, time-consuming task. A process that previously took hours now takes only minutes thanks in large part to Mr. Barrera’s creativity and innovation. “We are extremely proud of Alex’s work as City Manager. His insight into the City’s financial allows the City Council to make decisions that provide the best possible services at the lowest possible cost to our taxpayers.” said Mayor Jaime Escobar, Jr. Mr. Barrera’s efforts earned him an all-expense paid trip to the national Tyler CONNECT Conference where he was recognized in front of technology leaders from around the country.
Mr. Ariel Ozuna, GHS Principal, the GHS administration, and staff, would like to congratulate recent Grulla High School Graduate, Onesimo Quiroz, IV, for enlisting with United State Air Force. He is the son of Onesimo and Maira Quiroz. The Gator Family are extremely proud that Onesimo will be serving our country and wishes him the best of luck in all his future endeavors.
Rio Grande City High School 20222023 Mighty Rattler Band Drum Majors
New Field of Dreams Coming To Roma High Stadium
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A brand new field of dreams is coming to Roma ISD’s Gladiator Arena Stadium! Work began recently to take up the old turf, which was more than a decade old and well past the recommended date for replacement. The new turf will be complete before the new school year begins in August 2022. Thank you to the Roma ISD School Board and Administration for working together to make this project possible to keep the student athletes safe!
Rio Grande City High School introduced the 2022-2023 Mighty Rattler Band Drum Majors: Seniors Brianna Elizondo, Daniela García and Marina Gonzalez! RGC Rattler Band Drum Majors Brianna, Daniela and
Marina have attended the SASI Drum Major Camp on June 7-8. Can’t wait for the upcoming 2022-2023 band year‼ RGCGISD look forward to what the Rattler Band has in store! Way to represent Rattler Nation! Congratulations to all!!
Roma High PCT Program Celebrates First Class of Grads
Congratulations to Roma High School’s first class of graduates from the new Patient Care Technology Program! They celebrated all their accomplishments with a special banquet. OPEN MON-SUN 7AM-7PM
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