We talk about the recently passed McAllen School District bond, we look at a proposed desalination plant, we look at the rapid construction and economic growth in the RGV, and we get an update from UTRGV.

About this episode

The episode discusses various infrastructure projects and economic growth in the Rio Grande Valley with insights from local leaders.

Cameron County Administrator Pete Sepulveda discusses major cross-border infrastructure projects currently advancing through the presidential permit process. Nicolas Mirman, Commercial Director at Valley International Airport in Harlingen, talked about what travelers can expect in 2026. Dante Galeazzi, President & CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, looks at the state of fruits, vegetables, and agriculture in the Rio Grande Valley and across Texas. Orlando Campos, CEO of the Harlingen EDC, talked about the economic growth in Harlingen.

People in this episode

Guests: Pete Sepulveda, Nicolas Mirman, Dante Galeazzi, Orlando Campos

Topics covered

• McAllen School District bond
• desalination plant
• economic growth
• cross-border infrastructure
• agriculture
• travel expectations

Keywords

• McAllen School District
• desalination plant
• economic growth
• cross-border projects
• Valley International Airport
• agriculture
• Rio Grande Valley

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Valley International Airport, Texas International Produce Association, Harlingen EDC

Places: McAllen, Rio Grande Valley, Harlingen, Cameron County

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