THE CITY OF MCALLEN: In McAllen, if we can, we will

McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos gave the 2024 McAllen State of the City Address to a packed house of almost 1,200 business and community leaders, educational partners, and elected officials. He highlighted the momentous accomplishments of this past year and invited everyone to share in the exciting spirit of future initiatives.

Celebrating the theme, “The spirit of McAllen,” Mayor Villalobos stated that McAllen’s bold optimism and spirit drive the organization to say, “In McAllen, if we can, we will.”

In the speech, Mayor Villalobos highlighted that McAllen is a shining example of a city that feels like the best of America’s past. It offers ever-expanding opportunities for families and businesses and a strong environment for progress through investment, growth, and opportunity.