Harlingen/Veterans Advisory Board Meeting : February 12, 2026

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1) Call February VAB Meeting to Order – Chairperson, Adrian Galvan
Roll Call and announce quorum – Secretary, Maricela Alvarado
Pledge of Allegiance – ALL
2) Conflict of Interest: Disclosure of qualifying financial interests
3) Citizens Communication: David Hernandez, President Valley Off-Road Bicycling Association
4) Approval of January 2026 VAB meeting minutes
5) OLD BUSINESS:
- a) Volunteers for Market Days: Steve volunteered to provide totes; February Volunteers: Danny and Adrian
- b) VAMAC update / feedback
- c) Peer Center Luncheon and Toy Giveaway: Went well Dec 13th
- d) Upcoming Projects:
  - a. Recommended being more involved in City Events during 2026 (Steven)
  - b. Continue planning for 2nd Annual VAB Toy Drive (Moses)
  - c. Seek more resources to share with veterans during market days (Mark)
  - d. Veteran Peer Center, POC Ashley (Every First Saturday)
- e) 2026 Goals and Objectives
6) NEW BUSINESS:
- a) Volunteers for Market Days
- b) VAMAC update / feedback
- c) Funds from city to be used for giveaway
- d) Upcoming City Sponsored events for VAB to attend
- e) Topics to discuss during March Meeting
Announced next meeting – Thurs. March 12, 2026, at 5:30 pm City Hall 118 E. Tyler Avenue
Motion to Adjourn

Official Source: View Original Agenda PDF