During a recent government meeting, officials discussed key agenda items, including the upcoming budget process and the implementation of the Vision Zero plan aimed at improving transportation safety in McAllen.

The meeting highlighted the commencement of the budget process, which is set to begin in April. Officials noted an increase in employee turnover rates, which have risen from the low teens to the high teens percentage-wise. This trend has prompted discussions about the need for better retention strategies. A representative confirmed that the city conducts internal studies to understand the reasons behind employee departures, with a significant majority of employees willing to participate in these assessments.

In addition to workforce concerns, Marlon Garza from the traffic operations department provided an update on the Vision Zero initiative. This plan is designed to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries on McAllen's transportation system. Garza emphasized the importance of identifying critical locations for improvements and shared that a dedicated website will provide ongoing updates about the plan. The public draft of the Vision Zero document is expected to be released next month, with the goal of adopting the plan shortly thereafter.

These discussions reflect the city's commitment to addressing both employee retention and public safety through strategic planning and community engagement.