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J.M. “Chema” Garza Office (956) 487-6544 • E-Mail: sctc78582@aol.com • issuu.com/starrcountytowncrier Vol. 39, No. 31
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Starr County officials and community leaders visited the City of Rio Grande City prepares for Operation Border Health Preparedness Operation site the upcoming Fiscal Budget Adoption
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Local officials and community leaders visited the Operation Border Health Preparedness Operation site at Veterans Middle School in Rio Grande City. The delegation included; Starr County Sheriff Rene “Orta” Fuentes, Starr County Commissioner Pct. 4 Hernan “Nune” Garza, , Captain Lenard Fuentes (Emergency Management), Starr County Justice of the Peace Eloy Zarate,
Cynthia Garcia Fuentes –Public Relations Director, Maricela Ibarra- Starr County Federal Programs Director (Emergency Management), Robert Bazan – Congressman Henry Cuellar’s Office, Eudolio Barrera – Rio Grande City Commissioner, Becky Rubio RGC Public Relations Director and Officer J.D. Saenz – City of Escobares to welcome all of the volunteers and
participants to this event. The operation brings much needed free health services to our communities. More than 100 members of our community have received free medical health services every day. On behalf of County of Starr Judge Eloy Vera we would like to commend and thank all of the participants who made this operation possible.
As the City of Rio Grande City prepares for the upcoming Fiscal Budget Adoption, the newly appointed Pay Scale Committee met with staff from different RGC Departments to discuss current pay rates and how to make improvements moving forward. City employees were able to voice their opinions directly to City Commissioners Ediel Barrera and Rogerio Olivarez as well as Interim City Manager Gilberto Milan. Items for consideration included levels of experience, longevity, cost of living, and merit. The City of Rio Grande City stands committed to being one of the best employers by fostering a high level of care and understanding for the wellbeing of all its employees.
San Isidro I.S.D. held a Filiberto Treviño Honored by the City of Safety and Security Meeting Roma for 20 Years of Service in the US Navy Dr. Raymond Cruz Best FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY
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We proudly celebrate the remarkable dedication and bravery of Mr. Filiberto Treviño, who has served our nation with honor for two decades. A graduate of Roma High School in 2003, Filiberto answered the call to duty in 2004
from the McAllen recruiting station until he retired in 2024. Joined by Mayor Jaime Escobar Jr., the City Council, and our city employees, we gather to recognize Filiberto’s unwavering service to our country. His legacy is a
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testament to courage and selflessness, inspiring us all. Thank you, Filiberto Treviño, for your service and sacrifice. Your dedication has made a lasting impact on our community and beyond.
San Isidro I.S.D. welcomed Starr County Sheriffs, DPS Troopers, and Customs to our district for our Safety and Security Meeting. On behalf of San Isidro ISD, we deeply appreciate the dedication and hard work that each of you puts into keeping our community safe. Your commitment to protecting our schools and responding to emergencies is invaluable. Today’s meeting is a testament to our joint efforts in enhancing school safety and fostering a collaborative approach to address any concerns held throughout the community regarding the safety of our students.
CHUY Alvarez ATTORNEY AT LAW
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