Why it matters
The impact on your daily life
Downtown is a cultural, commercial, and civic center.
Vacancy and underinvestment affect city revenue and public confidence.
Current situation
What we know
Revitalization requires coordinated public and private investment.
Individual projects should be evaluated within a long-term district strategy.
Civic analysis
The strengths. The concerns.
The strengths
- Existing buildings and cultural assets create a strong base.
- Improvements to public spaces and housing can reinforce one another.
The concerns
- One-time beautification cannot replace sustained occupancy and investment.
- Projects can displace existing businesses if benefits are not shared.
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Demand answers
Questions for every candidate
- 01What are the targets for occupancy and foot traffic?
- 02Which projects have committed funding?
- 03How will local merchants participate?
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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