HOUSING AUTHORITY OF STARR COUNTY
1988 N. CHARCO BLANCO ROAD RIO GRANDE CITY, TEXAS 78582
Telephone: 956-487-3216 Fax: 956-487-7817
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Housing Authority of Starr County will no longer be taking applications for Housing Assistance for the Low Rent and Section 8 Programs. The waiting list will be closed EFFECTIVE November 7, 2024. The waiting list will remain closed until further notice.
NOTICIA PUBLICA
Estamos notificando que el Housing Authority del Condado Estrella, no estara tomando applicaciones para el programa de assistancia de viviendas publicas de bajo recursos y de la Seccion 8, efectivo el 7 de noviembre del 2024. La lista de espera continuara cerrada hasta nuevo aviso.
• Reporting to the state comptroller’s office: School Property Value Study (SDPVS) and Methods & Assistance Program review (MAP).
• Reporting certified values to taxing entities.
Property Tax Cycle (Basic information below)
• Appraisal Phase (January 1st to MY 15TH property renditions, appraising property, applying limitation on residential
value, applying for exemptions, applying tax ceiling, agricultural appraisals.
• Equalization Phase (May 15th to July 25th): receiving protests on appraised values, issuing hearing notifications, protest considerations, limited binding arbitration for certain procedures, and appeals to ARB Orders.
• Assessment Phase (July 25th to October 1st): calculation and determination of tax rates, calculation of taxes due, issuing tax notices.
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• Collection Phase (October 1st to January 31st): collection of taxes due and distribution of tax payments to entities, action on failure to pay taxes.
The information outlined above is a basic overview of what is required by each county appraisal district in Texas, in addition to all other requirements set out under the Texas Property Tax Code. The location of our office will remain the same at 100 N. FM 3167, Ste 300, Rio Grande City, Texas, and any questions regarding this press release can be made to Sonia R. Garza, Chief Appraiser at Starr County Appraisal District at (956)4875613.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION - November 9 , 2024
Property to satisfy Landlord’s lien. Sale is on Saturday, NOVEMBER 9, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. Super Starr Storage, 215 North F.M. 3167, Rio Grande City Texas 78582. Property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash only. Cleanup and removal deposit may be required. Seller reserves right to not accept any bid and to withdraw property from sale. Property unknown until day of the sale.
Property includes contents of spaces of the following tenants: Gregouo Rosa, Lori Moreno and Annette Garza
Roma High School Choir Program students earn chairs at the TMEA Treble Choir Contest
Congratulations to the Roma High School Choir Program students who competed and earned chairs at the TMEA Treble Choir Contest! Daisy Bazan earned 2nd Chair, Sophia Garza earned 3rd Chair, and Alexa Barrera earned 6th Chair. These students now participate in the TMEA Treble Choir All-District Clinic and Concert on November 23 in McAllen. Once again, congratulations to these talented students and their director, Alicia Pena! (Report courtesy PAC Director Daniel Renteria.)
CITY OF ROMA POLICE DEPARTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Transportation Code 683, Subsection B, 683.012, of the Texas Department of Transportation that the City of Roma Police Department, Roma, Texas will hold a public auction on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 10:00am for said vehicles, equipment & property items. Location: 2101 I-69C, Edinburg, Texas 78542. Registration to bid will be from 8:00am to 10:00am and will require a picture identification. Items to be auctioned are vehicles, equipment, and property items. All items will be sold “As Is-Where Is” to the highest bidder. Onsite Buyer’s Premium 14%, Internet Buyer’s Premium 16%. All sales are final and must be paid on the same day with cash, major credit cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express), Debit & Credit with a 3.99% processing fee. Checks accepted day of auction only with certain conditions. For additional information, please contact Bond and Bond Auctioneers (956) 283-0422 Jose A. Camarillo AUC#17532.
THE COUNTY OF STARR SHERIFF’S OFFICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 263.153 of the Texas Local Government Code & Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Transportation Code 683, Subsection B, 683.012, of the Texas Department of Transportation that the County of Starr Sheriff ’s Office, Rio Grande City, Texas will hold a public auction on Saturday, November 23rd , 2024, at 10:00 a.m. for General Surplus, Equipment and Vehicles which have been forfeited to the State of Texas under the provisions of Chapter 59 Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. Location: 2101 I-69C, Edinburg, TX 78542. Registration to bid live will be from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and will require a picture identification or register online at www.bondauctioneers.com. Examples of items to be auctioned are cars, trucks, heavy equipment, personal computers, electronics, office furniture, surplus, etc. All items will be sold “As Is - Where Is” to the highest bidder. Onsite Buyer’s Premium 14%, Internet Buyer’s Premium 16%. All sales are final and must be paid on the same day with cash, major credit cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express), Debit & Credit with a 3.99% processing fee. Checks accepted “day of auction” only with certain conditions. For additional information, please contact the County of Starr Sheriff ’s Office, at (956) 4875571. AUC#17532 - Jose A. Camarillo
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
South Texas College (STC) hereby requests sealed qualifications for the following: STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR
Pecan Campus Administrative and Non-Instructional Facility Space Needs Assessment
Sealed responses to this Request for Qualifications will be received until 3:00 p.m., November 7, 2024, at the South Texas College Purchasing Department located at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., Bldg. N, Ste 145, McAllen, Texas 78501.
Request for Statement of Qualifications packets may be obtained at the STC Purchasing Department located at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., Bldg. N, Ste. 145, McAllen, Texas by calling (956) 872-4681 or email at stcpurchasing@ southtexascollege.edu
Any informational questions for the Request for Statement of Qualifications may be directed to Ricardo de la Garza, Executive Director of Facilities Planning and Construction, at (956) 872-3737 or email at rickdlg@southtexascollege.edu
Responses received after the aforementioned deadline shall not be considered. The College will evaluate responses on the basis of the technical ability, experience, and ability to perform the work.
A pre-qualifications conference will be held on October 31, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at the STC Purchasing Department, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., Bldg. N, Conference Room 142, McAllen, Texas. All interested parties are encouraged to attend.
South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
Vendors are encouraged to visit South Texas College’s Purchasing Department website at https://southtexascollege.bonfirehub.com/login to complete the Bonfire 2-part vendor registration for receiving solicitations.
Response packages must clearly show the following:
RFQ No. 24-25-1027
Request for Qualifications
NEW VISION, NEW ERA FOR OUR DISTRICT!
A VOTE FOR CHANGE, A VOTE FOR EVERY STUDENT AND TEACHER.
New Vision, New Era:
• Student-Centered Leadership - Prioritizing students’ needs in every decision.
• Investing in Our Teachers - Providing comprehensive curriculum support and essential training.
• Health Insurance - Fully covering health bene ts provided by the district.
• Competitive Teacher Salaries - Fair pay that re ects teachers dedication and experience.
• Equal Opportunities for All - Creating an inclusive educational environment where every voice matters.
• Fiscal Transparency & Accountability - Honest, responsible management of resources.
• Yearly Raises for Every Employee - Recognizing hard work with consistent, equitable raises.
• A+ in Voter Suppression - Blocking fair representation by closing voting sites, canceling weekend voting, and limiting hours to 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Attempting to control the vote, not empower our community’s voice.
• A+ in Dictatorship-Style Leadership - A system run by one person’s agenda, ignoring students’ needs.
• A+ in Selective Raises - Only a privileged few bene t, while others are le behind.
• A+ in Political Hires Over Quali ed Sta - Prioritizing political connections over expertise.
• A+ in Rubber Stamping - Unquestioning support for one agenda, with no challenge or advocacy for change.
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• Sale/Lease 10,800 sq. . (LFD Building) downtown Rio Grande City
Starr County Memorial Hospital, Rio Grande City, TX seeks a full-time Medical Technologist. Duties: Performs laboratory procedures, interpret results and maintain laboratory instruments. Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, AMT or ASCP or equivalent certification. Apply on line at www.starrcountyhospital.com or send resume to HR Department: diana.garza@ starrcountyhospital.com
Rio Grande City Celebrates Opening of New Public Safety Building
Rio Grande City held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning to mark the opening of its new Public Safety Building, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to improving emergency response and community safety.
Located on FM 755, the facility will serve as the new home for both the city’s re and police departments. It is designed to host meetings on emergency situations, provide space for critical training, and function as a shelter during times of crisis.
City o cials, rst responders, and community members gathered at the ceremony to celebrate the
building’s completion and the role it will play in enhancing public safety.
“ is building represents Rio Grande City’s commitment to keeping our community safe,” said Mayor Gilberto Falcon. “With this facility, our rst responders are better equipped to serve, train, and respond to emergencies, and it provides us with a safe place for residents in times of need.”
Police Chief Noe Castillo highlighted the impact of the building on law enforcement e orts, saying, “ is facility gives us the tools and space to work more e ectively and come together with other departments. It’s a signi cant step forward in our
mission to protect and serve Rio Grande City.”
Fire Chief Manuel Muniz also expressed enthusiasm, noting the bene ts for the re department. “Having a centralized facility like this improves our coordination and gives us a space to conduct crucial training exercises,” Muniz said. “It’s a true asset for the community and for the re ghters who dedicate themselves to keeping it safe.” e new Public Safety Building is expected to streamline response times and foster closer collaboration between the re and police departments, as well as improve preparedness for natural disasters and other emergencies.
