City opens CDBG funding for 2026–27, estimates about $1.2 million available The Community Development Council announced a Notice of Funding Availability for program year 2026–27, with an estimated $1.2 million to be awarded across housing, public services and infrastructure projects; applications open now through May 1 with workshops and staff support.

Big news for Pharr! The Community Development Council just opened applications for $1.2 million in funding for vital community services, but you only have until May 1 to apply!

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Pharr Commission approves consent agenda, first-reading of comprehensive plan and zoning amendment; authorizes laptops and curriculum license The Pharr City Commission approved routine consent items, moved the Comprehensive Plan and a zoning amendment through first-reading votes, authorized purchase of 1,000 laptops for digital literacy (not to exceed $300,000), and approved a licensing agreement with the Fiber Broadband Association.

The Pharr City Commission took significant steps forward by approving a comprehensive plan, amending zoning laws, and investing in digital literacy with 1,000 new laptops!

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City of Farris swears in new commissioners including Armida Caballero and Daniel Chavez Armida Caballero and Daniel Chavez take oaths of office as new commissioners in Farris.

Pharr is buzzing with excitement as new commissioners take their oaths, promising a brighter future for the community!

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Joe Garza announces community open house for Far's comprehensive development plan Far invites citizens to share input at the comprehensive plan open house on May.

Help shape the future of Pharr at the upcoming community open house—your voice matters in this vital development plan!

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