VOL. I, NO. 14
Three File For McAllen District One Election Voters in the sprawling northern most McAllen city district will be going to the voting booths early next year to replace City Commissioner Richard Cortez, who announced in September that he would run for Hidalgo County Judge. After looking at several possible election dates, city staff recommended that the City Commission go with January 20, 2018 for the election date. Three candidates have already announced and filed for the seat. Other potential candidates have until November 20 to file. If a run-off is needed, it would be held in late February or early March. The city’s election will run just before the 2018 March primaries for the Democratic and Republican parties. The three announced candidates are Joseph M. Caporusso, Javier Villalobos and Timothy Wilkins. District One runs from East Nolana Loop north and then west across Tenth Street to Monte Cristo Road. Joseph M. Caporusso is a medical doctor. He appointed Sam Lara, a Pharr resident, as his campaign treasurer. Javier Villalobos is an attorney. He appointed Rafael Flores, a McAllen resident, as his campaign treasurer. Timothy Wilkins is a tax property consultant and real estate broker who also owns Sofie’s SS Saloon. He appointed Raul “Cool” Moreno as his campaign treasurer. This will be city’s second election in less than a year. In May of this year, voters give Mayor Jim Darling his second term. Joaquin “J.J.” Zamora beat incumbent District 2 Commissioner Trey Pebley while Omar Quintanilla tool the District 3 Commissioner spot to replace Hilda Salinas, who chose not to run for re-election. Cortez indicated that he will continue to serve until the new commissioner takes the office after the election.
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