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Commissioners Proclaim February 2022 as Black History Month

Commissioners Proclaim February 2022 as Black History Month

The Board of Commissioners of the City of Pharr met for a regular meeting on Monday, February 21, 2022, and considered an agenda that included the following highlights:

Commissioners Proclaim February 2022 as Black History Month

Pharr Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D., and the Pharr City Commission approved a proclamation declaring February 2022 as Black History Month. February is designated as Black History Month to remember and reflect on the tribulations faced by the Black community while learning from the vibrant culture and history and celebrating its many invaluable contributions. The 2022 Black History Month’s theme is Black Health and Wellness. This focus will celebrate the contributions and breakthroughs of Black professionals as well as speak to the cultural richness of those “non-traditional” health and wellness practitioners. Accepting the proclamation were Alfonso Gatling and Dr. Teresa Gatling from Village in the Valley, a local nonprofit whose mission is to elevate and unite the Black community while connecting cultures in the Rio Grande Valley. “We look forward to working with you and experiencing our values and our cultures together,” said the representative while accepting the proclamation.

City Announces February 2022 Sales Tax Report

City Manager Ed Wylie announced that the sales tax activity for the city of Pharr as of the month of February 2022 continues to show a positive upward trend, demonstrating a steady increase in sales activity. The report showed an overall positive trend in the amount of 13.37% Month-to-Month compared to last year, 2021, and overall 17% true growth compared to last year’s collections.

City Announces Property Tax Collection Report for January 2022

City Manager Ed Wylie announced that the Delinquent Tax Collections as of January 2022 are $335,351, which is 12.50% collected out of the previous year’s tax rolls. This is an increase of 1.54% compared to last year.

Commission Approves Resolution Authorizing Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation for construction of the UTRGV Nursing School

The Pharr City Commission approved a Resolution authorizing the publication of Notice of Intention to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2022, for the design, acquisition, and construction of the UTRGV Nursing School. As approved by the City Commission during the Budget Process, the City is now ready to issue debt for an estimated amount of $8 million for the construction of the UTRGV Nursing School.

City Commission Approves Donation of Police Service K9 Gemma to Officer Daniel Calvillo

The Pharr City Commission approved the donation of Police Service K9 Gemma to Officer Daniel Calvillo. The City of Pharr Police Department has a K9 Program that assigns a Police Service Animal to a handler. Daniel Calvillo was assigned K9 Gemma as his service animal. K9 Gemma sustained an injury, which resulted in a medical retirement recommendation by the Veterinarian. Daniel Calvillo was Gemma’s handler and he agreed to care for Gemma after her retirement. Gemma is going to a loving home and will be cared for by her handler.

Commission Approves MOU with Department of Veterans Affairs

The Pharr City Commission approved a Memorandum of Understanding between The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Pharr Police Department for mutual assistance. The MOU will establish a working relationship between the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Healthcare System (VATVCBHCS), Police Service, and Pharr Police Department as a means of reinforcing interagency coordination and responsibility concerning law enforcement, emergency response, requests for assistance, and physical security and access at VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Healthcare System in McAllen.

City Commission Approves Participation Agreement with the City of San Antonio and CPS Energy to Receive Training at their CyberSecurity Center

The Pharr City Commission approved a Participation Agreement with the Cityof San Antonio and CPS Energy to Receive Training at their CyberSecurity Center – Alamo Regional Security Operations Center (ARSOC). The new cyber operations center stands as an example for other communities as part of efforts to fight hackers who threaten utilities, municipalities, and other local governments. The ARSOC facility is set up for security monitoring and offers training to local entities who are interested to partner in the program. There is no cost to participate in the partnership. The City of Pharr IT Department reached out to the City of San Antonio to learn more about the center and looks forward to the partnership and joining other organizations for cross-training and information sharing.

Featured Event: 16th Annual St. Patricks Day 5k Run/Walk – Saturday, March 19, 2022

Get ready for the BIGGEST 5K in the RGV!
The 16th Annual St. Patricks Day 5k Run/Walk presented by the City of PharrParks and Recreation is happening on Saturday, March 19th! Participant packets include finisher medals, shirts, and cash prizes for winners. Sign up today at  https://tinyurl.com/[5y48cmjh].

City of Pharr to Host DHR Health Pfizer Vaccine Clinics Starting Tuesday, 1/4 @ 9 am

City of Pharr to Host DHR Health Pfizer Vaccine Clinics Starting Tuesday, 1/4 @ 9 am

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMONDAY, JANUARY 3, 2022

Pharr, Texas – The City of Pharr, in partnership with DHR Health, will now host pediatric and adult Pfizer vaccine clinics at the Pharr EMS Headquarters (formerly known as the Pharr Events Center) located at 3000 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr.Beginning Tuesday, January 4, 2022, all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd doses (boosters) of the Pfizer vaccine, will be available every Tuesday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at the Pharr EMS Headquarters located at 3000 N. Cage Blvd in Pharr, TX. “The City of Pharr is proud to partner with DHR Health to move their vaccine clinic, which has been hosted for over a year now at the DHR Health Conference Center, to our Pharr EMS Headquarters to accommodate for more space and parking,” said Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. “We are dedicated to helping our community and this move will ensure that adequate space and accommodations are available to safely continue administering the Pfizer vaccines,” he added. Note: DHR Health only administers the Pfizer vaccine which has been approved for use as a booster for other vaccine types. All age requirements still apply, and vaccine cards are required for those receiving their 2nd and 3rd doses. For more information about the vaccine clinic, please call the DHR Health COVID hotline at (956) 362-6843. All media and the public are invited to attend. DETAILSWHAT:  City of Pharr to Host DHR Health Pfizer Vaccine Clinics WHEN: Tuesdays through Fridays, from 9:00 am to 8:00 pmWHERE: Pharr EMS Headquarters (3000 N. Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577)

UPDATE – The City of Pharr Cancels New Year’s Eve Ball Drop 

UPDATE – The City of Pharr Cancels New Year’s Eve Ball Drop 

UPDATE – The City of Pharr Cancels New Year’s Eve Ball Drop 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETUESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2021

Pharr, Texas – Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D., and Pharr city leaders have announced that they have made the difficult decision to cancel the city’s New Year’s Eve Ball Drop event scheduled for Friday, December 31, 2021, due to the recent spread of the Omicron variant. “Our Pharr families and community are of the utmost importance to us, and it is with that respect and out of an abundance of caution that we have decided to cancel our City of Pharr New Year’s Eve Ball Drop,” said Mayor Hernandez. “As your city leaders, our top priority is to ensure the health and wellbeing of our community, and the risk of hosting such an event is far too great at this time,” continued Hernandez. “We urge everyone to continue to take all health and safety measures to help us stop the spread,” he added.Concerned with the spread of the new Omicron variant and rising cases, city leaders know this is in the best interest of the community. All Pharr citizens are asked to continue to practice all precautionary health and safety measures and to reduce group gatherings. We remain hopeful for safer opportunities to gather in 2022!

 

Cancelled 2021 Ball Drop

City of Pharr to Host Inaugural EMS Memorial Service TODAY, Friday, 12/10 @ 7 pm

City of Pharr to Host Inaugural EMS Memorial Service TODAY, Friday, 12/10 @ 7 pm

City of Pharr to Host Inaugural EMS Memorial Service TODAY, Friday, 12/10 @ 7 pm

The City of Pharr will host an EMS Memorial Service to honor and remember emergency medical services personnel. The Pharr EMS Memorial Service will take place at 7 pm TODAY, Friday, December 10, 2021 at the Pharr EMS Headquarters (3000 N. Cage Blvd.) in Pharr.

The EMS Memorial Service will pay tribute to, remember, and honor those emergency medical services personnel who have died in the line of duty and recognize the ultimate sacrifice they have made for their communities.

“The City of Pharr is extremely grateful for the selfless service and dedication of all our emergency medical services personnel who respond to the needs of our community, no matter the emergency,” said Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, M.D. “This will be the first EMS Memorial Service hosted by the city and we would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the men and women who devote their careers serving in EMS and honor all who have lost their lives doing so,” he added.

All media and the public are invited to attend.

DETAILSWHAT:  Pharr EMS Memorial ServiceWHEN: Friday, December 10, 2021, at 7 pmWHERE: Pharr EMS Headquarters (3000 N. Cage Blvd., Pharr, TX 78577)

City of Pharr to Host Inaugural EMS Memorial Service TODAY, Friday, 12/10 @ 7 pm

Pharr to Host Groundbreaking of TeamPharr.net High Speed Internet Service

Pharr to Host Groundbreaking of TeamPharr.net High Speed Internet Service

The City of Pharr is pleased to announce that it will host a Groundbreaking Ceremony to commemorate the launch of its new, high-speed internet service utility, TeamPharr.net. This service is set to close the digital divide for Pharr residents by providing affordable, high-speed fiber optic internet to the community.

The groundbreaking ceremony will be held at 11:30 am TOMORROW, Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at the Pharr Development and Research Center (850 W. Dicker) in Pharr.

All media and the public are invited to attend.

DETAILSWHAT:  Groundbreaking Ceremony of TeamPharr.netWHEN: TOMORROW, Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at 11:30 amWHERE: Pharr Development and Research Center (850 W. Dicker) in Pharr

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