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Mercedes City Commission Regular Meeting 06/02/2026
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2026
City Council Approves AC Maintenance Contract, Seeks Bids for Compensation Study
The city council approved a preventative maintenance proposal for AC units at the dome, city hall, and fire department. This formalizes an agreement with a company that has already performed well maintaining units at the dome. The city may expand their services to all city buildings if this agreement proves successful. Separately, the council decided to seek competitive bids for a compensation study and agreement with Dr. Marcos Cara, after initial concerns about the proposed cost of $5,500 per month for a year-long study.
City of Mercedes Proclaims UIL Academic Student Recognition Day
The City of Mercedes recognized the Mercedes Independent School District UIL academic students for their achievements, highlighting a historic qualification for the state competition. Zachary Sanchez earned a fifth-place finish in copy editing and fourth place in feature writing at the state level, while Adrien Gonzalez placed fourth in headline writing. The proclamation, officially declaring June 2nd, 2026, as Mercedes ISD UIL Academic Student Recognition Day, acknowledged the hard work of students, educators, and coaches, emphasizing the importance of academic success for the city's future.
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