Local races to watch: Nov. 4 election results

ValleyCentral is your one-stop shop for all things this election cycle. Scroll below for the most up-to-date results from the Nov. 4 election, including statewide races such as the 17 proposed constitutional amendments, as well as local races like the seat for Edinburg mayor.

We'll also be live with exclusive Election Day coverage on our free ValleyCentral+ app from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Edinburg Mayoral Race

Former Edinburg city council member Johnny Garcia officially announced his bid to run for mayor in January.

Garcia's 'Born, Raised, and Dedicated' mayoral campaign is centered on improving his hometown through improving public safety, education, economic development, and quality of life.

Former Mayor Richard Molina announced in March that he would make another attempt to run for mayor after falling short of a victory during his re-election against Ramiro Garza in 2021.

Molina announced in his March election bid video that he wants to return to the fundamentals and address public safety issues that matter to Edinburg residents.

Jonathan Salinas, a self-proclaimed independent journalist based in south Texas, launched his bid to run for Edinburg mayor in July.

He has voiced his intention to build a working-class movement in the Rio Grande Valley and has titled his campaign slogan 'Working people need to become the new ruling class.'

Former Edinburg City Attorney Omar Ochoa announced his mayoral run in March. Ochoa served as city attorney for five years, after being appointed in 2019.

Ochoa says he will take his experience serving as the city attorney for Edinburg to continue the city's mission of growth.

Edinburg City Council Place One

Daniel 'Dan' Diaz was first elected as an Edinburg city council member in 2021. After serving a full term in office, Diaz announced his intention to seek re-election in July.

Ismael 'Smiley' Martinez, an Edinburg native, has voiced his intention to dedicate his role to improving neighborhoods, supporting local businesses, and uplifting the voices of all residents.

Edinburg City Council Place Two

During his first term as a council member, De Leon also assumed the role of the mayor pro tem of the city.

Eddie Badillo states in his campaign and slogan that his hometown has prepared him to 'Hustle for the city.'

Moises Segovia said he wants to make sure the city runs efficiently, supporting families and small businesses.

Brownsville ISD Proposition A

This proposition is a property tax increase, with a district budget that does not exceed $385,000,000, which will be used for designing, constructing, renovating, improving, upgrading, updating, acquiring, and equipping school facilities across the district.

The budget will also include renovations, additions, safety and security improvements, roof and HVAC replacements, a new Career and Technical Education building, and a new District transportation building.

According to the bond proposal, the collection of taxes will pay the principal and interest on the bonds and the cost of any credit agreements.

Brownsville ISD Proposition B

This proposition is a property tax increase, with a district budget that does not exceed $75,000,000 of the BISD school building bonds.

According to the bond proposal, the budget provided will be used for designing, constructing, renovating, improving, upgrading, updating, acquiring, and equipping a new performing arts facility.

Additionally, the collection of taxes will pay the principal of and interest on the bonds and the cost of any credit agreements.

Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD Proposition A

Proposition A calls for $54.3 million to replace HVAC systems, roof repairs, parking lot upgrades, including general district facilities such as the athletics dome.

Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD Proposition B

Calls for $5.7 million to renovate performing arts facilities. As ValleyCentral previously reported, PSJA ISD says the bond would not raise the tax rate, citing a recent rate reduction in Sept 22.