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MPLKids Book Bundles Available for Contactless Curbside Delivery

Wed, 08/05/2020 - 12:00am

McALLEN — MPLKids Book Bundles is a new curbside delivery service for children ages from birth to 10 years old. Parents and caregivers can now choose a curated book pack from a variety of themes based on their child’s age. The new service will begin on Monday, August 3 and will be available during the hours of Curbside Pick- Up at the McAllen Public Library, located at 4001 N. 23rd Street.

Pharr Sees Increase in Property Tax Values

Wed, 08/05/2020 - 12:00am

City Manager Ed Wylie announced that the City of Pharr Property Assessment Value for Tax Year 2020 saw an increase from $3.1 billion to $3.4 billion; an overall increase of 8.6% ($250 million dollars). Wylie mentioned that the city's goal of increasing the value has been met as a result of giving incentives for building residential subdivisions. "Our strategy has been working and we are proud to continue to see our city grow," he added.

City of Pharr Extends Declaration of Disaster After Hurricane Hanna

Wed, 08/05/2020 - 12:00am

On July 25, 2020, the Mayor Issued a Declaration of Disaster due to the rains and flooding resulting from Hurricane Hanna. The Declaration is valid for only 7 days unless extended or renewed by the City Commission. Due to the extent of flooding and damage to property, the Mayor of Pharr has determined that extraordinary measures must be taken to protect the public health, safety, and general well being of the Citizens of Pharr to alleviate the suffering of people and to protect or rehabilitate property. There are ongoing efforts to assess and remediate damage to areas within the City, and an extension of the Declaration of Disaster is necessary. The declaration will remain in effect until terminated by the mayor and city commissioners.

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