Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Juan public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in public safety
Cancer patient support funding
Dorris Elementary staff member Gloria Moreno runs an annual donation drive whose items go to an oncologist serving pediatric cancer patients in McAllen. The board gave $300 for the fourth year of the drive.
Yaqui Animal Rescue sponsorship and community animal services
Yaqui Animal Rescue provides low-cost and free vaccines, spay/neuter services, and flea/tick medication for Valley pets. The EDC's $1,500 sponsorship supports a weekend vaccine clinic serving about 175 animals — a public health issue as well as an animal welfare one.
National Night Out community policing event
The Police Department's biggest community event of the year gives out 1,000 backpacks with school supplies and builds relationships between law enforcement and families. The EDC's $2,500 helps fund it on August 6 at the municipal park.