Ethics Investigation
Summary
Mission's City Council is investigating Councilwoman [Name] for allegedly meddling with the Texas Citrus Fiesta. This could shake up city hall and potentially impact the beloved festival.
At a glance
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Impact analysis
We don't know yet if taxpayer money is on the line, but this drama could definitely cost the city in other ways.
Honestly, probably no one right now, unless you're into political drama.
The Texas Citrus Fiesta and public trust in city government could take a hit if the allegations are true.
Mentions & discussions (9)
Jury Convicts O’Caña on All Counts After Three Day Federal Trial
The long‑anticipated federal trial of Mission businesswoman Veronica Inez O’Caña ended with a guilty verdict on charges of money laundering, bribery and witness tampering. courtesy of Facebook After hearing...
Mission CISD contract scheme involved $30,000 in cash bribes, witness says
The defense and prosecution rest in the federal public corruption trial of Veronica O’Caña, accused of orchestrating a $30,000 bribery scheme to rig a Mission CISD school board contract.
Mission CISD bribery trial begins
A woman accused of playing a role in a scheme to bribe a Mission Consolidated Independent School District board trustee is on trial in McAllen. Veronica Inez O’Caña faces charges of money laundering, bribery,...
Motion filed to dismiss federal charges against indicted McAllen city commissioner
Defense lawyers for indicted McAllen City Commissioner Rudy Castillo and his wife have filed a motion to dismiss federal smuggling and money laundering charges, arguing the indictment is constitutionally defective.
Mission investigating councilwoman’s alleged interference in Texas Citrus Fiesta operations
Mission investigating councilwoman’s alleged interference in Texas Citrus Fiesta operations MyRGV.com
Mission city councilman accused of paying kickbacks
Mission city councilman accused of paying kickbacks ValleyCentral.com
Exclusive: FBI seized Mission councilman’s phone
Exclusive: FBI seized Mission councilman’s phone ValleyCentral.com
Mission city manager testimony ties council to federal investigation
Mission city manager testimony ties council to federal investigation MyRGV.com
Is the City of Mission Under an Illegal Scheme?
Is the City of Mission Under an Illegal Scheme? Texas Scorecard
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