A change in leadership has occurred in Mercedes, with city manager Alberto Perez resigning from his position. Perez is a native of Starr County and had been serving as city manager since 2021. He has roots in the region, having graduated from Pan American.
Before taking on the role of city manager, Perez had lived in Houston and Austin. Further details about his resignation are available from the city's announcement, as reported by ValleyCentral.
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