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The Pharr City Commission, in partnership with Keyla Jalife, Director of the Office of Strategic Excellence, proudly recognized Brenda Mireles, Administrative Assistant from the Administration Department, as the Pharr Way Trailblazer of the Month for January. Mireles was selected for her outstanding dedication, compassion, and excellence in service, embodying the values and spirit of the Trailblazer Award. Upon receiving the recognition, Mireles expressed her gratitude, stating, “I want to thank all my mentors that I’ve had along the way, and I look forward to continuing to grow professionally.” The City of Pharr congratulates Brenda Mireles on this well-deserved honor and thanks her for her continued commitment to excellence in service to the community.

The Pharr City Commission accepted and signed the pledge to officially kick off the City’s participation in the 2026 Healthier Texas Challenge, a free, eight-week statewide initiative that promotes healthier lifestyles through wellness activities and community engagement. City employees will take part in the challenge as teams, while residents are encouraged to participate individually or with family and friends. The City of Pharr is proud to have previously earned the Healthier Texas Challenge title for five years and looks forward to continuing its commitment to health and wellness. 'We encourage everyone to participate and look forward to maintaining our title,' said Abel Molina, Special Events Director for the City of Pharr. The 2026 challenge will take place from February 2 through March 29, supporting efforts to improve physical activity and overall well-being for both employees and the community.

The Pharr City Commission considered and approved a resolution reappointing Commissioner Ricardo Medina to serve on the Tierra Del Sol Golf Advisory Board, continuing his role in providing guidance and oversight for the City’s golf operations.