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Thania Ugalde Parra, the South Texas Regional Director for It’s Time Texas excitedly announced during the city meeting that Pharr won 1st Place in the Medium Size category for the fourth consecutive year. It’s Time Texas is a statewide nonprofit working to bring people, organizations, and communities together to take action that supports health for all, now, and for generations to come. “I would like to recognize the City of Pharr for all the amazing work they’ve done throughout the years, you guys have won four consecutive years, and the city owns 7 trophies which is a testament to our partnerships and your commitment,” said Parra when presenting the award.
She also added, “It’s Time Texas thanks you, we recognize you, and we appreciate Pharr’s dedication to our challenge.” A few stats that she shared from the city’s participation in the challenge included the fact that Pharr participants logged over 21,078 meals, 15,976 of those meals included fruits and vegetables, and participants also traveled over 10,157 miles.
She continued, “Most importantly, you guys showed what it is to be a community; how to work together, motivate each other, and create healthier habits.” Mayor Hernandez said, “I am so proud of our staff and our community for coming together once again to clinch the 1st Place Medium Size category title and I thank you for setting the pace and leading the charge in this category.” Congratulations, everyone!
