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Early Voting Continues Through Nov 3

Posted on November 1, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas (November 1, 2023) – Registered voters in Palmview have a few more days to cast a ballot early. Early voting for the November 7, 2023, City of Palmview Special Election runs through Nov 3 at the Palmview Parks & Recreation Gym located at 406 W. Veterans Boulevard.  The remaining early voting schedule is as...

Palmview Observes National Down Syndrome Month

Posted on October 26, 2023

PALMVIEW, TX –October is recognized as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month nationwide.  It is a time to celebrate people with Down syndrome and make others aware of their abilities and accomplishments. More than 1,250 individuals with Down syndrome are in Hidalgo County and more than 250,000 are in the U.S. The City of Palmview values...

Early Voting Begins in Palmview

Posted on October 23, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas (October 23, 2023) – Early voting for the November 7, 2023, City of Palmview Special Election began today, Monday, October 23 at the Palmview Parks & Recreation Gym located at 406 W. Veterans Boulevard. The early voting schedule is as follows: Monday, Oct 23, 2023, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023,...

It’s National Fire Prevention Week and Palmview Reminds You That Safety Can Prevent Fires

Posted on October 12, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-The Palmview Fire Department today was recognized for its commitment to control and put out fires and to respond to emergencies involving life, property, or the environment.  For all they do, Mayor Ricardo Villarreal proclaimed the week of October 8 -14 as National Fire Prevention Week in Palmview. The proclamation is part of the...

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on October 11, 2023

PALMVIEW, TX- The City of Palmview joins the rest of the country in recognizing October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time annually devoted to educating everyone about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. Breast Cancer affects people from all walks of life regardless of race, gender, or age, that’s why...

Palmview City Council Recognizes It’s Female Officers

Posted on September 21, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-The Palmview City Council this week recognized the women of the Palmview Police Department. The recognition is part of National Policewomen’s Day celebrated across the country this month. Chief Jose Trevino who was on hand for the recognition of his officers said that here in Palmview we celebrate our women year-round. Palmview PD consists...

Palmview City Council Recognizes Gear Up Program

Posted on September 20, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-The Palmview City Council this week proclaimed September 25-29, 2023, as National GEAR UP Week. GEAR UP stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs. The goal of the program is to prepare and show students that a college education is attainable regardless of where you come from and how much money...

Green Gate Grove Subdivision Drainage Project

Posted on September 8, 2023

PALMVIEW, TX -The City of Palmview announces that work has begun on a drainage improvement project in the Green Gate Grove Subdivision. This project will provide drainage relief to the area from Starling Drive east to Tordillo Road. The project includes installing 452 linear feet of 18-inch reinforced concrete pipes with fittings, four grate inlets,...

Road Remains Closed Due to Gas Leak

Posted on August 31, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The Palmview Fire Department continues to monitor a gas leak that occurred late last night on Bentsen Palm and Business 83.  While there is no immediate danger to residents in the area, Bentsen Palm is closed to all traffic from Mile 1 South to Business 83. Fire Chief Jerry Alaniz says, they will continue...

La carretera permanece cerrada debido a una fuga de gas

Posted on August 31, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- El Departamento de Bomberos de Palmview continúa monitoreando una fuga de gas que ocurrió anoche en Bentsen Palm y Business 83.  Si bien no hay peligro inmediato para los residentes en el área, Bentsen Palm está cerrada a todo el tráfico desde Mile 1 South hasta Business 83. El jefe de bomberos Jerry Alaniz...

Palmview Officially Welcomes Wendy’s

Posted on August 28, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas (August 28, 2023)-The City of Palmview today joined Wendy’s for its official grand opening. The corporation invested $750,000 to develop the La Homa and I2 frontage corner.  This is the first location for Wendy’s in Palmview. Earlier this month, the fast-food franchise joined the Palmview community creating 60 new jobs. Today, employees held...

Palmview Announces New Trash Service

Posted on August 25, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The City of Palmview is pleased to announce the start of a new and improved waste service system for residents. Beginning on October 1, 2023, the city will begin collecting residential trash and brush. The City of Palmview recently purchased a fleet of trash and brush trucks along with 4500 trash containers to...

Palmview anuncia nuevo servicio de basura

Posted on August 25, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- La ciudad de Palmview se complace en anunciar el inicio de un nuevo y mejorado sistema de servicio de residuos para los residentes. A partir del 1 de octubre de 2023, la ciudad comenzará a recolectar basura y maleza residencial. La ciudad de Palmview recientemente compró una flota de camiones de basura y...

City of Palmview Distributing Sandbags

Posted on August 21, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-Out of an abundance of caution, the City of Palmview will distribute sandbags to residents today, August 21, 2023, from 3-7 p.m. Residents will get four bags while businesses can get up to six.  The self-serve distribution is happening on the west side of Palmview City Hall at 400 W. Veterans Boulevard. The sandbags...

Ciudad de Palmview distribuyendo sacos de arena

Posted on August 21, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-Por precaución, la Ciudad de Palmview distribuirá sacos de arena a los residentes hoy, 21 de agosto de 2023, de 3 a 7 p.m. Los residentes recibirán cuatro bolsas, mientras que las empresas pueden obtener hasta seis.  La distribución de autoservicio está ocurriendo en el lado oeste del Ayuntamiento de Palmview en 400 W....

City of Palmview Responds to LJISD’s Unexpected Land Reclamation Attempt: Vital Community Projects Hang in the Balance

Posted on August 16, 2023

Palmview, Texas, August 16, 2023 - The Palmview City Council approved a legal services agreement with the Brownsville-based law firm of Martinez and Tijerina PLLC. This decision comes in response to La Joya Independent School District's (LJISD) unexpected move to reclaim a 10-acre parcel of land previously donated to the city. Strategically located at the...

Palmview Planning & Zoning Welcomes New Member and Two Returning Members

Posted on August 15, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas-Mayor Rick Villarreal and Councilmember Javier Ramirez swore in a new Planning and Zoning member and two returning members during the regularly scheduled meeting of August 8. Velia Gonzalez joins the eight-member board while Isabel Hernandez and Jose Santiago Rodriguez were appointed to serve another term. The P & Z Board comprises volunteers who...

Palmview City Council Recognizes Little League Teams

Posted on August 8, 2023

PALMVIEW, Texas- The City of Palmview had eight teams represent the Parks & Recreation Department in pursuit of the Pony League World Series in their respective divisions this summer. The City Council recently recognized the first two of the eight during the regularly scheduled meeting of August 1. Palmview 1 4U which consists of three-...