City Officials
Elected officials for Brownsville — their promises, tenure record, and accountability.
City Council
Gustavo De Leon
District 3 Commissioner2025-2029
Gustavo De León's platform focuses on community engagement and local beautification efforts, as evidenced by his active participation in district-wide clean-up events. His public presence emphasizes civic pride and direct interaction with constituents to improve the quality of life in his district.
Pedro Cardenas
District 4 Commissioner2025-2029
Bryan L. Martinez
District 1 Commissioner2023-2027
Tino Villarreal Jr.
District At-Large A Commissioner2023-2027
Tino Villarreal Jr.'s platform focuses on economic development and regional growth through strategic investments in sports and tourism infrastructure. He prioritizes initiatives that enhance the city's profile and create new employment opportunities for residents.
Linda C. Macias
District 2 Commissioner2023-2027
Linda C. Macias's platform focuses on urban development and infrastructure improvements, specifically addressing environmental and drainage needs through new public park projects. Her priorities center on enhancing city amenities and managing public works to support the growing needs of District 2.
Nurith Galonsky
District At-Large B Commissioner2025-2028
Former Officials (16)
Trey Mendez
Mayor2019–2023
Served until Jun 2026
Alejandro Moreno
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Dillon E. Vanderford Jr.
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Emanhuhel Hernandez
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Gilbert Hernandez
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Gilbert Rodriguez
Zoning Board of Adjustment AlternateServed until Jun 2026
Hector Guerra
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Jeff Ray
Zoning Board of Adjustment AlternateServed until Jun 2026
Jesus Flores
Zoning Board of Adjustment AlternateServed until Jun 2026
Jose Trevino
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Larry Hollmann
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Ruben Martinez
Zoning Board of Adjustment AlternateServed until Jun 2026
Rose M.Z. Gowen
District At-Large B Council Member2009–2025
Served until Oct 2025
Ben Neece
District 4 Council Member2021–2025
Served until Jun 2025
Roy De los Santos
District 3 Council Member2021–2025
Served until May 2025
Nurith Galonsky Pizana
District 1 Council Member2019–2023
Served until May 2023
Boards & Commissions
Dr. Daniel Elkin
Planning & Zoning CommissionerEliza Vasquez
Planning & Zoning CommissionerEliza Vasquez's platform focuses on environmental sustainability and cleanliness in Brownsville, highlighted by the upcoming launch of a curbside recycling program in January.
Bob Torres
Planning & Zoning CommissionerCesar Andres Rodriguez
Planning & Zoning CommissionerAida I. Rodriguez
Planning & Zoning CommissionerAmalia Benson
Planning & Zoning CommissionerDavid Betancourt
Planning & Zoning CommissionerVirginia Debbie Ann Perez
SecretaryJesus Martinez
Ethics Committee MemberComm. Nurith Galonsky
Charter Review Committee MemberDavid Merrill
Ethics Committee MemberLinda Ufland
SecretaryCesar De Leon
Ethics Committee MemberDaniel Salinas
Charter Review Committee MemberClaudia Lozano
Vice ChairMaria Roussett
Special Needs Advisory Board MemberRoman Portes
Advisory Board MemberBenjamin del Angel
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee MemberSusan Ruvalcaba
Audit and Oversight Committee MemberCelia Galindo
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee MemberMartin Leal
HistorianEvaristo Cardenas
Charter Review Committee MemberVirginia Pina
SecretaryDorene Fourar
Advisory Board MemberJoseph Modesto
Advisory Board MemberSergio Zarate
ChairChristina Villarreal
Transit Advisory Committee MemberSara Stapleton Barrera
Ethics Committee MemberSara Stapleton Barrera ran for the Texas State Senate District 27 seat as a progressive Democratic candidate. Her platform notably centered on advocating for pro-choice views in contrast to the district's long-serving, pro-life incumbent.
John F. Cowen Jr.
MayorLuis De La Garza
Ethics Committee MemberReba Cardenas McNair
Property OwnerGraham Sevier
Transit Advisory Committee MemberRuben Santibanez
SecretaryLuciana Morales
MemberSergio Martinez
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee MemberBen Peña
Charter Review Committee MemberRigoberto Flores
ChairHugh Emerson
Vice ChairTara Putegnat
Heritage Tourism ProfessionalTito Mata
MemberEric Kennedy
Transit Advisory Committee MemberCalvin Walker
Architectural Review Committee Board MemberSusana Perez
Special Needs Advisory Board MemberScott Fry
Advisory Board MemberJesus Gracia
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee MemberLuis Murillo
Architectural Review Committee Board MemberMark Stevens
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee MemberVilma Wolf
Advisory Board MemberDino Chavez
Parks ChairLawrence Lof
Architectural HistorianFernando Balli
RealtorHector Zertuche
Special Needs Advisory Board MemberLiliana Elizondo
Charter Review Committee MemberHerminio Guajardo
Vice ChairMayra Cruz
ChairCarmen Nordyke
Advisory Board MemberJulio Martinez
MemberAlexandra Mora
Special Needs Advisory Board MemberCity Staff
Mayra Rios
City SecretaryDaniel Leal
Director of Planning & RedevelopmentWill Treviño
City AttorneyAlan Guard
Interim City ManagerAlan Guard's platform as City Manager centers on managing responsible urban growth and maintaining fiscal oversight for the city. His priorities involve engaging with the community regarding budget planning and supporting the City Commission's initiatives for infrastructure and economic development.