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Hidalgo County Commissioner Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu has announced his bid for re-election to represent Precinct 2, saying he plans to continue focusing on infrastructure, public safety, and community investment.
Cantu has served on the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court for more than 11 years. During that time, he has helped secure more than $100 million in state and federal funding for local projects, according to his campaign. These include road expansions, drainage improvements, hike-and-bike trails, youth facilities, and park development. He has said the funding reduced the burden on local taxpayers while improving services across the region.
Among the projects highlighted is the county’s first inclusive park designed for children with and without disabilities. Cantu said the project helped encourage other cities to build or upgrade parks to be wheelchair accessible. He has also supported the development of multi-city hike-and-bike trails with tunnel crossings for pedestrian safety.
“We are currently in the process of appropriating close to half a billion dollars to improve our drainage system,” Cantu said. “These funds, accumulated between 2018 and 2025, represent the largest investment ever made by the Hidalgo County Drainage District within a seven-year period.”
According to his office, drainage projects have been completed or are underway in Pharr, San Juan, Alamo, South McAllen, and Hidalgo. Roadway improvements have included work on Nolana, Taylor, Eldora, Cesar Chavez, and Dicker roads.
Cantu said his decision to seek another term is based on continuing work for residents of Precinct 2. “I’m filing for re-election to continue bringing improvements to our community, especially for those who need it most,” he said. “Helping children and working families is my passion.”
He has also been involved with several nonprofit and civic organizations. Cantu has served on the board of the Boys & Girls Club of Pharr–San Juan for nearly 20 years and has supported efforts that raised more than $10 million for youth facilities. He is a founding member of the PSJA Education Foundation and Christian’s Manor, which supports single parents pursuing higher education.
Cantu, a lifelong Precinct 2 resident, was born and raised in Pharr. He earned a business degree from St. Mary’s University and a law degree from the University of Texas. Before entering public office, he worked in real estate law and development.
“We will always work to be efficient, conservative, and mindful of everyone’s needs,” Cantu said. “We owe everything to the people who live and work in Precinct 2 and throughout Hidalgo County.”
