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Pharr highlights deployment to Kerr County floods, Avocado Fest lineup, pet clinic and human trafficking outreach
Summary
City staff recapped regional flood response in Kerr County, a pet wellness clinic that served more than 440 animals, the Avocado Fest lineup for Oct. 11 and a human trafficking awareness event coordinated by the city's human-trafficking liaison.
The Pharr City Commission heard a city manager report highlighting the city's emergency response to a Central Texas flood, recent community events and upcoming public activities.
City officials said Pharr deployed more than 20 first responders to assist Kerr County after severe flash flooding. The deployment included firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, Pharr Police Department mounted-patrol members and an emotional-support dog named Maya. Dan Ramirez, the city’s EMS chief, thanked city leadership for supporting staff who participated in the 14-month Certified Public Manager program and noted the department's readiness to assist other communities.
Julia Gonzales of the Office of City Communications summarized community events and outreach. She said the city sent teams to Kerr County for search-and-rescue and to provide hot meals and support to emergency…
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