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McAllen · issues
Topics getting the most attention in McAllen public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Get ready for higher utility bills in McAllen! The city has officially hiked up its rates, so your next statement is going to cost you more.
McAllen's downtown is getting a makeover! A big community meeting showed tons of support for sprucing up the area, so expect some exciting changes coming soon.
McAllen is spending big on drainage in Balboa Acres, dropping over $600k to fix things up. The goal? To keep that neighborhood from flooding and make the infrastructure way better.
McAllen residents are pushing back against the possibility of a new ICE detention center in their area. They're concerned about what this could mean for their community and are actively protesting the plan.
McAllen's attempt to fight corruption just got a major setback. A judge threw out the city's Anti-Corruption Act after a lawsuit, potentially making it tougher to ensure transparency and accountability at City Hall.
A city in Texas tried to pass an anti-corruption law, but it was quickly thrown out. Now, McAllen is wondering if they should be concerned about a similar situation happening here.
McAllen is feeling the squeeze from new immigration policies. This is putting a strain on local services and resources in the border city.
McAllen is taking a downtown club to court, accusing it of operating without a proper license and being connected to a fatal accident. The city wants to shut this place down for good.
The McAllen Bridge Board is having a meeting soon, and it's a mystery what they'll be talking about regarding our city's bridges. Keep an eye out for updates on what decisions might be made!
McAllen is in a major fight to keep a key route to Mexico City open. This road is super important for trade and travel, and the city is working hard to make sure it stays accessible.
Big news in McAllen! Federal agents just raided a city commissioner's house as part of a major public corruption investigation. This could seriously shake up local politics.
A McAllen city commissioner is facing federal bribery charges, accused of bribing police in Mexico. This scandal could have major repercussions for the city government.
Heads up, McAllen! Scammers are posing as city officials in calls and texts. Don't give out personal info if you get one of these suspicious messages.
McAllen is getting serious about businesses, especially bars, that aren't following the rules. They're shutting down places that don't have the right licenses, so if you own a bar, get your permits sorted or risk losing power and getting closed down.
Your go-to bars could be shutting down if they're caught serving underage folks. McAllen is getting serious about enforcing ID checks and is revoking liquor licenses for repeat offenders.
McAllen city leaders are scrambling to hold a special meeting after an incident on 17th Street. Details are scarce, but it's clear something significant happened that requires immediate attention from the city council.
Get ready for changes downtown! McAllen is tightening up rules for bars after a wild video of an officer getting assaulted surfaced. Some spots might even have to close earlier.
McAllen is taking three downtown bars to court over safety violations. Get ready for some potential shake-ups as the city enforces its standards.
McAllen is dropping $40 million on a brand new City Hall! They've just revealed the first look at the design, and it's got folks wondering if this is money well spent for our city's future.
McAllen's got a brand new Department of Special Events! They've even hired a director to get things rolling. Expect more cool, organized events popping up around the city soon.
McAllen's got a new Finance Director, Sonia Resendez! This is a key hire that could really shake up how the city handles its budget and spending. Stay tuned to see what changes she brings.
McAllen's got a new deputy city manager, and this person is bringing a boatload of experience to the table. Get ready, because this hire could shake things up in how the city operates.