Former Mayor Joe Ochoa Reflects on Son’s Historic Moment and Edinburg’s Future

Former Edinburg Mayor Joe Ochoa delivered an emotional, reflective address at his son’s swearing-in ceremony, marking a historic moment for the city and the Ochoa family. Speaking to a packed audience at the Edinburg Arts, Culture & Events Center, the former mayor expressed gratitude, pride, and a deep sense of continuity as he witnessed his son take the same oath he first took 32 years earlier.