NPR transcripts are created on a rush deadline by an NPR contractor. They bring our people, our economy, and our environment together, building from our history to improve our future. Joel Villarreal, mayor of Rio Grande City, Texas. The Rio Grande river is our lifeblood, and we actually pump water from the river. Is it a disingenuous intent, or is it really addressing the needs of these individuals at the same time? This is the view of Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal. Nuestra Lindo Rio Grande City is a historic community with modern appeal that embraces a high quality of life and where people come to live and to work and to enjoy the American Dream. From nutrient deficiencies to disease, there are a number of things that can cause your tomato plants to become sickly or unproductive. The challenging part for the department is that the city has multiple water districts they have to work with. Immigration must benefit America for it to remain viable. From NE Ohio to North Central Mississippi, everyone has their own ideas and preferences for what they will plant this year. Villarreal wants to use Rio Grande Citys current circumstances as a warning to other communities of how quickly the COVID-19 pandemic can take over cities. Elizabeth Heckman is a digital production assistant with Fox News. Florida Gov. Market data provided by Factset. As we forge our path forward, we must be cognizant of the symbiotic relationship we have amongst our municipalities, Villarreal said in his closing remarks. We have been recognized in the Top Ten of safest cities to live in Texas and our law enforcement community continues to work together for our safety and security. Federal authorities have made a record number of arrests at the U.S.-Mexico border this fiscal year, more than 2 million. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal about what this week's DACA and border security conversations mean for this city on the U.S.-Mexico border. Congratulations Mayor Joel Villarreal, Commissioner Rey Ramirez and Commissioner Dave "Chachi" Jones. One of the places migrants are arriving is Rio Grande City in south Texas. One of the most common causes of toma, Take Action Now: How You Can Fight Climate Change and Protect Our Environment, The Effects of Climate Change on Our Environment Federal authorities have made a record number of arrests at the U.S.-Mexico border this fiscal year, more than 2 million. FAQ - New Privacy Policy. Copyright 2018 NPR. The unit is a task force that is comprised of law enforcement officials from various agencies throughout the county. The first step is to understand the causes of climate change and how we can reduce our impact on the environment. The Mayor of Rio Grande City, Texas, Joel Villarreal joins NBC News' Priscilla Thompson as his city tries to weather a spike in COVID-19 cases. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. No. SHAPIRO: And what about the charter flight to Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts? Hello, I am Joel Villarreal, mayor of the great city of Rio Grande City. In Washington, a comprehensive deal around immigration remains elusive. Weve allocated water system improvements throughout the city. And I do say this - no mayor or governor in America should have to bear the burden for our broken immigration system without the federal financial resources that are necessary to manage these flows. Editors Note: The above guest column is the second in a three-part series on Rio Grande City and a virtual tour of the city hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Partnership. We are investing in a $6 million combined public safety building that will house the Rio Grande City police and fire departments. The permits resulted in about 300,000 square feet of improvements valued at $26.5 million, Villarreal said. Residents run the risk of a verbal or written warning for first-time offenses, and a fine of up to $250 for second-time offenses. This video is playing in picture-in-picture. "Is it really that difficult to sit down and have a conversation?," he asked. A migrant family from Venezuela illegally crosses the Rio Grande River in Eagle Pass, Texas, at the border with Mexico on June 30, 2022. "Put your pride aside.". Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas also reached out to provide help to Rio Grande Citys overcrowded hospital. Accuracy and availability may vary. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. 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All rights reserved. This expansion will ensure water treatment needs are met for the citys projected growth for the next ten to 15 years. One option is organic fertilizer made from chicken manure, which can be found at Menard's for a reasonable price of $10.99 per 25-pound bag. VILLARREAL: The controversy is not so much the busing. O el da en el que el Villarreal tuvo un penalti a favor en Helipolis en el minuto 88. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! All market data delayed 20 minutes. Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal joined 'America's Newsroom' to discuss the impact of the border crisis on his town and the need for moderate immigration reform. "Friends, something is happening in South Texas, and many of us are waking up to the fact that the values of those in Washington, D.C., are not our values, not the values of most Texans," Guillen said. And there's still one more month to account for. Villarreal said no mayor or governor should "bear the burden" for what he described as a "broken immigration system. And Joel Villarreal is the mayor. And Joel Villarreal is the mayor. How mass migrant crossings are impacting the small border town of Rio Grande City | WRKF This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, "July 15, 2020. And in having conversations, one of the things we looked at was, of course, having local input - for example, making sure we have access to the river. And that is what's critical. A Texas border mayor lashed out at Democrats and Republicans Friday for failing to fix America's broken immigration system as the Biden administration considers "litigation" against GOP governors over migrants sent to Democratic cities. Ve el perfil completo en LinkedIn y descubre los contactos y empleos de Cristian Joel en empresas similares. We have sensors and cameras and aerostats and drones. We've always had border security in this area. Back in 2019, 1.7. But thats just one of the many partnerships the city has forged. From extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and wildfires to the melting of polar ice caps and rising sea levels, it's clear that our planet is in trouble. Mayor Joel Villarreal 5332 E. HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Mayor Pro-Tempore Rey Ramirez Commissioner Place 2 5332 E. HWY 83 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 Ben de Leon Commissioner Place 1 5332 E. HWY 83 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 Rogerio Olivarez Jr. Commissioner Place 3 Fox News' Lawrence Richard contributed to this report. Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal reacts to Congress passing a $1.7 trillion spending bill which includes $16 billion for Customs and Border Protection. "To fight this global pandemic, it should be a national effort. Meet the federal financial resources that are necessary to better manage the flow of migrants. JOEL VILLARREAL: We do want a secure border, but the wall is not going to be effective. Get Ready for a New Season of Gardening -Choose from Tomatoes, Peaches, Corn, Zinnias & More! So, yes, I have an issue when you have individuals that don't have consent. Ve el perfil de Cristian Joel Villarreal Mamani en LinkedIn, la mayor red profesional del mundo. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal about the influx of migrants crossing through his south Texas city. 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Tambin hubo jornadas en las que las cosas no arrancaron con acierto para Pau Lpez, como en el desplazamiento al campo del Espanyol (1-3) o en la visita . The authoritative record of NPRs programming is the audio record. Editors Note: The above commentary was provided by Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal in a promotional video produced by Rio Grande City Economic Development Council. For more information about regional meetings, contact the regional president or email TML. Producing quality journalism is not cheap. Villarreal says things in Rio Grande City. La informacin acadmica de Joel Enrique est en su perfil. SHAPIRO: Oh, so you just mean the news media's covering it more than we used to. "It's imperative that American interests are front and center. Toda la actualidad y la ltima hora sobre el Betis. Villarreal, whose town sits directly on the Mexico border, shared his frustration over what he called decades of elected officials prioritizing their own political agendas over finding solutions. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. How mass migrant crossings are impacting the small border town of Rio Grande City | KOSU VILLARREAL: That's bottom line. Last year, you were predicting that the wall was coming - or at least part of it - and that you were going to see tussles over land, water use. In 2000, 1.6. RIO GRANDE CITY Mayor Joel Villarreal didnt rappel into city hall Thursday, as he would have liked to, he joked referring to McAllen Mayor Jim Darlings stunt; but instead simply stepped up to the podium to deliver the annual state of the city address. We are interconnected and we must build partnerships and collaborations for the betterment of our communities and the betterment of our region., Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. And unfortunately, we have not been able to manage this balance between immigration and border security now. The Mayor of Rio Grande City, Texas, Joel Villarreal joins NBC News' Priscilla Thompson as his city tries to weather a spike in COVID-19 cases. It's a small town of fewer than 15,000 people. Click here to read Part One, and here to read Part Three. And we must remain vigilant and cognizant of national security," said Villarreal. Now, granted, this is where this whole concept lies is we have immigration and we have border security, two concepts of which are not mutually exclusive. We are investing millions of dollars in infrastructure to sustain our growing community. But this year, yes, it's going to reach over 2.1, probably 2.2 million apprehensions here at the U.S.-Mexico border. Visit our website terms of use and permissions pages at www.npr.org for further information. Region 10. And again, many times they already have family members that are going to help them start their lives and so on while they're waiting for their claims for protection. They gave us a lifeline with the opportunity to transfer patients, Villarreal said. It is still the market leader, setting the pace and breaking news often before traditional media outlets. If there is not a major reform package, as there seems unlikely to be, are there smaller steps that would help communities like yours right now? The mayor praised the departments director, Araceli Saenz, for her leadership, having to fill the role after the death of former director Ruben Klein last year. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Our Rio Grande City Main Street Program is nationally recognized as an accredited Main Street America program and has impacted out community in a remarkable way. All rights reserved. Rio Grande City, Texas Mayor Joel Villarreal on the border crisis and politicians' failure to find a solution. Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal reacts to Congress passing a $1.7 trillion spending bill which includes $16 billion for Customs and Border Protection. Entra ya y conoce los Resultados, Goles y Prximos Partidos de tu equipo de ftbol! But what can we do to help? "You have Democrats, Republicans engaged in asinine political mudslinging that absolutely does zero to address the issue," Rio Grande City, Texas Mayor Joel Villarreal told "Cavuto: Coast to Coast. Rio Grande City, Texas Mayor Joel Villarreal slams Republicans and Democrats for using immigrants as 'political pawns' to further agendas and demands leaders have a conversation to find. And unfortunately, we have a tendency to look beyond our borders for the elusive root causes when in reality and unfortunately, the fact remains that politicians on both sides of the aisle are the root cause," said Rio Grande City, Texas Mayor Joel Villarreal. A Guide to Becoming a City Official (2017), Handbook for Mayors & Councilmembers (2017), Key Legal Requirements for Texas City Officials, Texas Home Rule Charters - Second Edition (2010), Texas Revenue Manual for Texas Cities (2017), 2018 Texas Municipal Excellence Award Winners, 2017 Texas Municipal Excellence Award Winners, 2016 Texas Municipal Excellence Award Winners, TML Training Scholarships for Small Cities, Certification for Elected Officials (TMLI), Open Meetings Act & Public Information Act, Public Funds Investment Online Investment Training, 5332 E. Highway 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582-9475. I mean, again - and I've said this before - a wall is definitely not going to be statistically significant. If so, click HERE. SHAPIRO: You say there have been crossings into your town in large numbers for decades. ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS AVOIDING BORDER AGENTS, INFILTRATING US INTRODUCES NEW CRIMINAL ELEMENT, SAYS GARZA, A migrant family from Venezuela illegally crosses the Rio Grande River in Eagle Pass, Texas, at the border with Mexico on June 30, 2022. Last year, I went down to the Rio Grande Valley, and I spoke with the mayor of one border town, Joel Villarreal of Rio Grande City, Texas. VILLARREAL: Well when you're looking at - I believe it's 29 to 32 miles of proposed wall here in Stark County, which covers Rio Grande City, La Grulla, Roma. For example, the city of El Paso is busing individuals, but they're doing it in a way that's conducive to the betterment of the operation, meaning they are coordinating it with the NGOs at the receiving end. 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