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BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Brownsville City Manager Helen Ramirez, ICMA-CM, AICP, has been selected as a Top 10finalist for the 2024 Leadership Trailblazer Award, presented by The National League of Women in Government (LWG /The League) and Polco.
The Leadership Trailblazer Award recognizes an accomplished woman, working in local government, who is an exceptional leader and empowering others in local government. Finalists are being reviewed by The League and Polcoand will select a winner this month.
“I am deeply honored and grateful to be named a finalist for the 2024 Leadership Trailblazer Award,” said Ms. Ramirez. “This recognition is a testament to our ONE CITY approach to local government where collaboration, innovation and organized culture work seamlessly to accelerate success. I am truly thankful for this recognition and encourage morewomen to move into government and change our field in bold ways.”
“Ms. Ramirez’ recognition as a Top 10 finalist for this award underscores her exceptional dedication and visionary leadership in our community,” said John Cowen, Jr., Brownsville Mayor. “This prestigious nomination is a further testament to her impactful contributions and the progressive strides we are achieving together in Brownsville. I am proud of her work.”
Ms. Ramirez is an International City/County Management Association credentialed manager. She brings more than 20 years of experience in municipal government, urban planning, and economic development, including 10 years working in the private sector.
As City Manager, Ms. Ramirez has been instrumental in enhancing digital literacy and minimizing the digital divide through Lit Fiber – BTX, accelerating economic growth, downtown redevelopment, overhauling development codes, preparing the City’s first Mobility Transportation Plan and Capital Recovery Fee, and strengthening its organizational culture.
She continues to lead the municipality of Brownsville and its workforce of more than 1,200 employees toward a ONE CITY approach, where the City is creating partnerships and collaborations with external agencies to realize Brownsville to its fullest potential. She continues to strengthen the City’s economy, creating employment opportunities for its intergenerational workforce, building upon the City Commission’s Strategic Vision that values Quality of Life and vibrancy, while creating a legacy for generations to come.
The National League of Women in Government serves to promote the advancement of women in local government leadership. Together with Polco, an organization dedicated to increasing civic engagement, LWG continues to recognizeand support the roles of women in public service.
The 2024 Leadership Trailblazer Award winner will be announced at the Women’s #SheLeadsGov luncheon on Monday, September 23rd, in conjunction with the ICMA Annual National Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
