The Board of Commissioners of the City of Pharr met for a regular meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, and considered an agenda that included the following highlights:
Pharr Proclaims November 18 as “Mayor’s Monarch Pledge Day”
The City of Pharr Commission has proudly proclaimed November 18, 2024, as “Mayor’s Monarch Pledge Day,” reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation and the preservation of the iconic monarch butterfly. With their population declining by more than 80% over the last 20 years, monarch butterflies face critical challenges. Through initiatives such as dedicating parklands to native plants and encouraging residents to plant milkweed and nectar plants, Pharr is taking meaningful steps to restore vital habitats. By joining the National Wildlife Federation’s Mayors’ Monarch Pledge, Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D., and the City Commission are leading efforts to raise awareness and inspire collective action to protect these magnificent pollinators. Remy Vargas, Urban Ecologist for the City of Pharr, proudly accepted the proclamation and highlighted the significant measures the city is implementing to protect the monarch butterfly and its habitat. This proclamation symbolizes Pharr’s dedication to sustainability, creating a brighter and greener future for generations to come.
Pharr Media Department Recognized for Winning TATOA and NATOA Awards For Outstanding Communications
The Pharr City Commission proudly honored the Media Department and its News Director, Yuri Gonzalez, for their outstanding achievements in government programming. The team earned three prestigious Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (TATOA) awards, celebrating their exceptional work in highlighting Pharr’s accomplishments. On a national stage, they secured three National Association of Telecommunications Officers (NATOA) awards, including a first-place finish for the public information series “Se Antoja Pharr.” These accolades underscore Pharr’s unwavering commitment to excellence, transparency, and keeping residents informed and inspired by the city’s progress. This recognition reaffirms the city’s mission to showcase its positive impact and foster pride within the community. “These awards are highly competitive, with only a select few chosen to contend for such prestigious honors, and we are absolutely thrilled to have earned six awards this year,” said Gonzalez. “Our team takes immense pride in the work we do, and we remain dedicated to delivering the latest updates, celebrating our local businesses, and showcasing the vibrant community events that make Pharr so special,” she added. A big congratulations to the Pharr Media Team!
Pharr City Commission Approves Boundary Expansion
The Pharr City Commission approved an ordinance during its third and final reading to expand the city’s boundaries. This marks the completion of the process to annex 55.97 acres of land and roadway into the City of Pharr. The area includes land along South Veterans Boulevard and State Highway 365, as well as the south side of East U.S. Highway 281 (Military Highway), about 800 feet east of South Veterans Boulevard. This land was previously part of the city’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) in Hidalgo County, Texas.
Featured Event: Winter Wonderland and Lighting of the Christmas Tree – Friday, December 6, 2024, from 6 PM to 11 PM
The countdown to holiday magic is on! 
Don’t miss Pharr’s Winter Wonderland, with food, market vendors, live music, and the Christmas Tree Lighting at 7:30 PM!
Dec 6 | 
6-11 PM | 
Downtown Pharr
