BROWNSVILLE, Texas - Those who serve the community either working with the city or as volunteers deserve recognition, the City of Brownsville believes.
So, this Friday’s Feb. 27 was designated as Boards and Commission Day by Brownsville Mayor John Cower, Jr.
And the hundreds of people who attended a luncheon at the city’s Events Center to appreciate their contribution loved it.
“We are here to celebrate the people who serve the great City of Brownsville,” Cowen said. “This is also another opportunity to celebrate the friendship with our sister city of Matamoros.”
Cowen’s comment was in reference to the 89th annual Charro Days that is going on that began in 1938 to strengthen the cultural ties between the two cities.
Alejandro Fernandez Jr., who is Mr. Amigo 2026, attended the luncheon.
He said he could not believe he received the same honor his grandfather, Mexican singer and actor Vicente Fernandez, got back in 1977.
“I am humbled by the support I have received here,” Fernandez said. “I am completely enamored with Brownsville and with its people.”
City council members, employees with many departments and scores of volunteers attended the annual luncheon, held to give them a pat on the back for the work they do for the community at large.
Daniel Salinas, the deputy director with the city’s Parks & Recreation Department, said he could not have a better job than what he has today.
“It’s an amazing job,” he said, “particularly because of the impact you have on the kids.”
He said the city has 48 parks. The Sports Complex is the largest park whereas the Eva’s Park and Path is the smallest.
Salinas has been working for the city for 16 years.
