Daniel Chavez
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 2
- Total speaking time
- 0:31
- Avg per meeting
- 0:16
- Segments
- 17
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Top issues during term (20)
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
The proposed tax rate of $0.7676 per $100 valuation is projected to generate $34,952,569 in total tax levy, resulting in an average homestead tax of $1,207.40.
Community Beautification Projects
Supported by state forestry grants and municipal green space allocations.
Capital Improvement Projects
Involves multi-million dollar construction contracts currently underway.
Economic Development Projects (Project Apple and Project Spam)
Collections are running 3.46% above the city's budget for the fiscal year.
Development Services Cases
The developer will be responsible for infrastructure costs, including potential escrow for IT requirements.
Residential Zoning Adjustments
The developer is responsible for all infrastructure improvements and utility connections.
Spring Recreation Programs Update
Operational costs are covered within the existing parks and recreation department budget.
Community Engagement and Events
Funded through scheduled department event allocations.
CDBG Funding for Nonprofits
The board approved funding amounts for 16 organizations, including $55,148 for Valley Metro and various amounts for other nonprofits.
Golf Course Budget Planning
August golf shop revenue totaled $40,825 across 1,064 rounds, compared to $69,510 and 1,560 rounds in August 2025.
Commercial Vehicle Parking and Future Electric Charging Infrastructure
Additional administrative and management costs associated with extended project timelines.
On-Premise Alcohol Sales Permit
Generates business activity and potential local sales tax revenue from theater operations.
Pharr Travel Plaza Subdivision Preliminary Plat
Private commercial development costs borne by the applicant, with standard municipal utility connections.
International Trade Promotion and Marketing Campaigns
Expenditures include monthly and annual commitments for local print, digital trade publications, and Mexican promotional campaigns.
Trailblazer of the Month Recognition
None.
Youth Internship Programs
The city is funding 48 hours of coursework per employee for this program.
World Teacher's Day and Education Support
None.
Code Compliance and Alleyway Maintenance Enforcement
Code enforcement operations are funded through general city revenues, with potential fee assessments for non-compliant properties.
Pharr Economic Development Corporation II Budget
Allocates over $15 million in projected revenues and expenditures for economic development initiatives.
Commercial Rezoning at 3319 North Cage Boulevard
Private commercial investment with potential future property and sales tax generation for the city.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Chavez personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- movedpassed2026-06-01
approve as recommended
- secondedpassed2026-06-01
approve as recommended
- movedpassed 4-02026-06-01
Lime was placed and mixed for a mellowing period of 48-HRS
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-06-01
approve as recommended
- movedpassed2026-06-01
Any new subdivision with GATED COMMUNITY SECURITY SYSTEMS must obtain the Fire Department approved Knox Box Switch – Rapid Entry System made by the Knox Company (phone: 800-
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-06-01
approve as recommended
- movedpassed2026-06-01
approve as recommended
- secondedpassed2026-05-18
approve as recommended
- secondedpassed2026-05-18
Comm. Carrillo moved to excuse absent members.
- secondedpassed2026-05-18
approve as recommended
- movedpassed2026-03-25
Comm. Chavez moved to approve as recommended.
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-25
approve consent agenda as recommended
- secondedpassed2026-03-25
approve as recommended
- movedpassed2026-03-25
approve as recommended
- secondedpassed2026-03-25
approve as recommended
- movedpassed2026-03-25
approve as recommended
- movedpassed2026-03-25
table as recommended
- secondedpassed2026-03-25
Comm. Carrillo moved to untable item as recommended.
- secondedpassed2026-03-25
approve as recommended
- secondedpassed2026-03-25
Comm. Carrillo moved to adjourn.
Decisions during term (321)
Recorded while Chavez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Substantial Amendment for Program Year 2024–2025 (Aquatic Park Improvements)
Approval of Minutes for August 3, 2026
Amending Interlocal Agreement for 5310 Project
Amendment No. 1 with Brownstone Consultants
Deductive Change Order and Project Completion for Sewer Improvements
Cultural Arts Initiative Contract
Approval of Minutes for September 21, 2026 and September 28, 2026
Resolution appointing/reappointing four members of the PDC board of directors
Resolution appointing/reappointing a poet laureate for the city of Pharr
Approval of September 17, 2026 Minutes
Change of Zone (COZ#260817) - 3319 N. Cage Blvd
Preliminary Plat Approval - Pharr Travel Plaza Subdivision
Final Plat Approval - Pharr International Industrial Park
Approval of Pharr Economic Development Corporation II Budget
Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
Ratification of Property Tax Revenue Increase
Adoption of Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Approval of Fire Department Lieutenant Promotional Exam Scores and Eligibility List
Approval of Police Department Peace Officer Exam Scores and Eligibility List
Voting record (2)
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