Why it matters
The impact on your daily life
Health affects workforce participation, household costs, and emergency preparedness.
Border communities face distinctive regional health needs.
Current situation
What we know
The city health department works on prevention, response, and community services.
Health-care delivery also depends on providers and other levels of government.
Civic analysis
The strengths. The concerns.
The strengths
- Local prevention programs can address neighborhood needs.
- Recent emergency experience has brought greater attention to preparedness.
The concerns
- The mayor cannot independently solve provider shortages or access to insurance.
- Programs require stable funding and measurable outcomes.
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Demand answers
Questions for every candidate
- 01Which outcomes should improve in four years?
- 02How will city and provider responsibilities be separated?
- 03Which preparedness standards will be published?
The candidates
Documented positions
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Dr. Victor D. Treviño
Public safety · Hospital and pediatric services · Water-line replacement and paving · International trade
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JD Gonzalez
Streets, water, and utility capacity · Trade and international bridges · Jobs and small businesses · Access to health care · Municipal accountability
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Jorge A. Garza
No detailed public platform located
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Alfonso “Poncho” Casso
Accountability · Government transparency · Water security · International trade
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Alyssa Cigarroa
Water reliability and long-term sources · Capital improvement plan · Public performance dashboard · Small businesses, bridges, and mobility
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