Richard Cortez seeks reelection as Hidalgo County Judge

EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez announced Thursday he will seek a third term as county judge.

“For the last six-plus years, it has been my incredible honor to serve as your County Judge, and, along with our County Commissioners, we have made meaningful progress while being faced with unprecedented and historic challenges,” Cortez said.  

The judge touts the opportunities seized despite current challenges.

"We have finished building your magnificent courthouse, increased our jail capacity, made major drainage improvements, built roads, constructed a state-of-the-art bio-safety laboratory, and significantly increased our fund balance."

Cortez added that to reach the county's full potential, they must act as a major economic hub by developing strategic alliances to diversify our economy and develop a strong workforce to serve the modern businesses and attract outside investment.