Texas Border Business
LA GRULLA, Texas – Elected officials and business leaders from throughout the region will join local city leaders to celebrate a historic grant announcement for this Starr County community. The City of La Grulla will receive over $10MIL from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to upgrade its existing water treatment plan. The project is expected to double the water capacity as well as ensure the highest water quality standards for the residents in its service area.
“We have been working on this for a while, we are excited that we are able to receive these funds, to get it started – we work hard to improve our infrastructure – this is great,” stated Pedro Flores, Mayor of La Grulla.
“Residents of Starr County rely on solid infrastructure for their community to thrive, grow, and succeed,” said Congressman Cuellar. This grant, the largest federal investment in Starr County’s water infrastructure, will increase economic growth and improve the quality of life for the community. “As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I will continue to fund infrastructure projects that improve public health and promote economic prosperity in the community. I would like to thank the City of La Grulla, including Mayor Pedro Flores, Council Members, and the rest of the staff, as well as USDA State Director Edd Hargett and USDA Community Program Director Michael Canales for their diligent efforts in securing this funding,” he added.
On Thursday, Congressman Henry Cuellar will be in the City of La Grulla to announce the USDA approved grant funding to improve the life of residents of the area.
What : City of La Grulla Grant Announcement
When : Thursday, August 29, 2019
Where: City of La Grulla City Hall
Time : 11:00am
For more information, please contact the Starr County Industrial Foundation at 956.487.2709
