Texas Border Business
The Pharr City Commission and City Engineer Patricia Longoria proudly recognized Jose Antonio “Tony” Padron, Sr., Construction Inspector for the Engineering Department, on the occasion of his retirement, honoring more than 11 years of dedicated service to the City of Pharr. Since joining the Engineering Department in July 2014, Mr. Padron has brought a wealth of experience and integrity that helped shape the foundation of the city’s infrastructure. “Tony took on his responsibilities with integrity and work ethic, and has made all the difference to growth, stability, and the unity of the Engineering Department,” said Longoria. She added, “His service to the City of Pharr was of the highest caliber and the envy of our local industry.”
As a Senior Construction Inspector, he ensured that each project met the highest standards of safety, quality, and precision, leaving a lasting impact on the community. Beyond his technical expertise, Mr. Padron served as a mentor and guiding force, bridging the gap between theory and practice and sharing his knowledge with the next generation of engineers and inspectors.
His strong work ethic, leadership, and commitment to excellence will be remembered in the streets and structures of Pharr and in the many professionals who carry his lessons forward. The City of Pharr thanks Mr. Padron for his years of dedicated service and wishes him all the best in retirement!
