City of McAllen TX Government

Head over to the McAllen Public Library tomorrow for the Family Health Fair!

Happening at International Museum of Art & Science on Saturday, August 17 from 10 am to 5 pm.

FREE ADMISSION for Back to School Bash! 🎒
Get ready for a day of fun and preparation for the new school year!

FREE backpacks and school supplies (while supplies last).
Plus, enjoy hands-on art and science activities, Starlab Planetarium presentations, and community tables—perfect for the whole family!

Thank you to our wonderful team at McAllen Public Utility for helping make this possible!

Team McAllen participates in !🤳

This tradition, created by Engaging Local Government Leaders, celebrates the dedication and commitment from our public servants and highlights the roles they play in keeping our city in tip-top shape.

Want to join the McAllen Holiday Parade fun? Help the parade come to life by volunteering!

Balloon handlers (18 +) and banner carriers (16+) are needed.

Register by visiting http://www.volunteersotx.org/ or visit www.mcallenparks.net for more information. 🎅❄️

‼️Emergency Full Road Closure for Reuse Water Line Break

McAllen Public Utility crews on site repairing the line.

McAllen Public Utility crews are doing emergency repair to a ruptured reuse water line causing a full road closure of Sprague Rd. between 25th and 29th.

Motorists are urged to find alternate routes during the closure and exercise extreme caution when traveling along the area.

McAllen Public Utility asks for motorists’ cooperation and patience as it works to repair the community’s infrastructure.

🗣The McAllen Parks & Recreation Team has begun removing the old swing sets to install new ones on the east side of Bill Schupp Park.

Stay tuned for more updates!

The McAllen Parks & Recreation Team has begun removing the old swing sets to install new ones on the east side of Bill Schupp Park. Stay tuned for more updates!

Welcome back to McAllen!

Mario Lopez and Julian Gil will be back for the 11th annual McAllen Holiday Parade to help us spread some magical Christmas cheer.

Save the date: December 7, 2024 and join us for Noche Magica!

In partnership with the Boy Scouts of America Troop 76, the McAllen Parks & Recreation Department is happy to recognize “The Birds and the Bats Project” which was created by Matthew Vela who is currently pursuing his Eagle Scout badge.

The project brings a great list of benefits to the McAllen Nature Center including a bird watching experience that allows for the observation of birds without disturbance & the promotion of green space usage for the education of wildlife, parks & native species.

Through this project, Matthew and the Boy Scouts of America Troop 76 created a bird blind for unobtrusive bird watching, sanded and painted picnic tables and a bench, and constructed bat boxes to aid local wildlife.

McAllen Parks and Recreation is honored and grateful to have been part of Matthew Vela's Eagle Scout journey.

🫧Head over to Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center for an end of summer Bubble Party! Enjoy music surrounded by bubbles, nature, and our amazing park!

Admission is $5 per person & tickets can be purchased at http://quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

The Dove Roadway Extension & Drainage Improvement Project is now complete & connects Bentsen Road to 41st Street, providing an
east-west corridor from McAllen's western city limits to its eastern city limits.

The new roadway not only improves local travel, but strengthens regional connectivity as well.

The total cost of the project was $3,320,533.74, funded by the McAllen Development Corporation, City of McAllen Drainage Fee, and Street Improvement Construction Funds.

The City of McAllen is heavily active in TAAF Region 2 programming. This Summer, McAllen Parks and Recreation hosted not only an invitational track meet but also the Region 2
Regional track meet - with both of these events welcoming 8,900 athletes and spectators to McAllen.

In 2024, the department's TAAF program trained 600 athletes. Of those, 228 athletes qualified at the McAllen hosted regional track meet to compete at the state level at the 2024 Games of Texas held in Brownsville.

Twenty nine (29) Team McAllen athletes placed in their events.
Team McAllen is proud to continue to offer this high quality program to all of our McAllen athletes.
Accolades:
• Swim- 28 swimmers; 3 silver; 9 bronze
• Track- 110 participants; 8 gold; 1 silver; 3 bronze
• Tennis- 10 participants; 1 gold; 2 silver
• Golf- 80 participants; 2 sliver; 2 bronze

Commissioner Pepe Cabeza de Vaca proclaimed July 3, 2024, as: “Shaine Casas Day”. The honor was presented to Shaine’s mother.

Casas represented the City of McAllen and Team USA on an international stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics as he swam for gold in the men’s 200 IM.

His achievements have brought pride and joy to the city as every resident rooted for him every step of the way.

Shaine, your talent and perseverance is truly inspiring. You're destined for greatness and will always be our hometown champion!

Regularly scheduled city commission meeting today at 5pm
Catch today's city commission meeting live here:
•MCN 1300 Spectrum Cable
•http://mcallen.net
•3-1-1 mobile app

Team McAllen participated in the United Way Back to School in Style Shopping Spree.

Each employee was paired up with a shopping buddy as they picked out clothes, personal hygiene products and school supplies all in preparation for a successful school year.

Happening tomorrow at McAllen Public Library

Dr. Steven M. Lanoux, a Texas Master Naturalist & Certified Water Specialist, will give an informative presentation on climate change this SAT., AUG. 10 at 2PM in Main Library's Auditorium. Learn about the physical & economic effects of climate change, as well as how to take action to combat this global crisis.

Dr. Steven M. Lanoux, a Texas Master Naturalist & Certified Water Specialist, will give an informative presentation on climate change this SAT., AUG. 10 at 2PM in Main Library's Auditorium. Learn about the physical & economic effects of climate change, as well as how to take action to combat this global crisis.

A message from USDA:

Don’t fall victim to food-borne illness by ensuring meals are cooked at proper temperatures

Metro McAllen has launched its new routes to better serve its riders

Metro McAllen to Officially Launch Its System Redesign and Service Expansion Metro McAllen will officially launch its system redesign and service expansion on July 29, 2024. This marks a major achievement for Metro McAllen. These chan...

Dangerous Heat Alert: Please take proper precautions to beat the heat

A Heat Advisory is in effect from 1 PM to 6 PM for Inland Cameron, Inland Willacy, and Southern Hidalgo Counties today.

Palm Valley Animal Society Pet of the Week

Meet Serephina, a dog whose charm and sweetness are impossible to overlook.

She has a remarkable ability to pose perfectly for photos, making every snapshot a memorable one.

But Serephina is more than just photogenic—her heart is as big as her smile. Serephina is a treat enthusiast, and if you show her a yummy snack, you’ve found a friend for life. Her love for treats is matched only by her friendly and affectionate nature. She walks gracefully on a leash, turning every stroll into a pleasant, tail-wagging experience.

📍Meet Serephina at Palm Valley’s Trenton Center today, or 📞call (956) 686-1141.

Join us for the Fright Nite 5K on Saturday, October 12, as part of the McAllen Parks and Recreation Halloween Festival.

It's going to be a spooky good time!

Register now: mcallenmarathon.com

Join us at two locations tonight!

Road Closure for Main St., Jay Ave. Drainage Improvement Project

Construction work has begun and will occur on Jay Ave., 17th St., Lark Ave., Main St. and 11th St. Active construction in the area will continue until April 2025

What to Expect:
•Construction Activity: Expect periodic lane closures, detours, and construction equipment in the area.
Working Hours: Work will generally take place Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some weekend work may be necessary.

•Traffic Impact: Please plan for potential delays and follow posted detour signs. Local access to homes and businesses will be maintained whenever possible.

•Noise and Dust: There will be increased noise and dust during construction. The City of McAllen appreciates residents’ patience and understanding during construction.

📲 Tap 📍 Book 👋🏼 Go!
Using Micro McAllen is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

Micro McAllen is great for short trips within the designated ‘Northwest Zone’. Book a ride in the service zone by using the app, by phone (956)329-5018 or by visiting book.micromcallen.rideco.com.

FARES: $1.00 per ride (*Reduced Fare $0.50 for eligible passengers: Students, Seniors 60+/Medicare, Persons with Disabilities. *Must Present ID or Reduced Fare Card).

Max Occupancy: The vehicle can transport up to five (5) passengers | ♿️ Wheelchair accessible.

Follow these easy steps to get started:
📲 Download the Micro McAllen app.
Register your account to book a ride.
When ready, activate your pass. Track your ride in the app and wait for your driver to arrive at the designated stop.

To download visit:
Android: https://bit.ly/3yC0z8n
iOS: https://apple.co/3s5dY6v

There are still a few weeks of summer vacation left and our friends over at McAllen Public Library have a month full of activities!

Apply today and become part of Team McAllen!
mcallen.net/jobs

Shaine, McAllen and the entire RGV is extremely proud of you. You’ve represented us and the USA incredibly well. Your talent and dedication is truly inspiring. You‘ll always be a champion to us! 💙🇺🇸

Boom!
Shaine advances to the semi-finals!
Keep the good vibes coming & we’ll be cheering him on this afternoon at 2:30 pm (tentatively). 🇺🇸💙

When communities come together, great things can happen! Today, the City of McAllen in partnership with the City of Mission, hosted an international delegation from San Luis Potosi led by Governor Ricardo Gallardo Cardona. The delegation made the field visit for a status update of the Anzalduas International Bridge Commercial Expansion.

Gallardo Cardona reaffirmed their appreciation and commitment in working with McAllen and Mission for the export of automotive parts from the region, to name a few. The $83 million expansion is expected to be completed in 2025.

Our amazing team over at Metro McAllen celebrated a system redesign and service expansion. 🚎

This new service represents the need to meet a rapidly growing city and ridership demand for new locations. These changes and additions to the Metro McAllen will make it easier for citizens to access essential services, amenities, and attractions without the need for personal vehicles.

Head over to Metro McAllen's social media pages for a look at the new routes and changes.