City of Pharr hosts Critical Water Symposium led by Chairman Terry Canales
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Pharr, Texas – The City of Pharr proudly hosted the Deep South Texas State of Water Symposium, a major event organized by Chairman and State Representative Terry Canales, with support from Vice Finance Chairman Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa and the Texas Water Foundation. This pivotal event brought together key leaders and experts from across the region and state to discuss the pressing water issues facing the Rio Grande Valley.
Water management has become a critical issue impacting the economy, public health and future growth of the region. This symposium served as a platform for stakeholders to discuss water conservation strategies and sustainable initiatives that will ensure a resilient future for the valley.
“Water is a fluid issue, no pun intended. It moves fast and it moves fast and we’re running out of it fast. That’s why it’s important to have all of these people at the table as we look for long-term solutions for the future,” said Chairman Canales.
Pharr Mayor Ambrosio Hernandez, MD, thanked Chairman Canales for leading this effort and emphasized the importance of working together to find solutions in advance of the next legislative session.
“We are deeply grateful to Chairman Canales for organizing this important symposium,” said Mayor Hernandez. “These discussions are critical to securing the future of our region’s water resources,” he added.
The event included panel discussions, questions and answers, and updates from government and community agencies. The City of Pharr is grateful to all participants and attendees for coming together to discuss viable water solutions for the future.
Key participants included Congressman Vicente Gonzalez, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz and Senator Morgan LaMantia, who provided insights into state and federal initiatives.
The City of Pharr remains committed to working with these leaders to secure the region’s water supply for generations to come.
