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Mercedes Fire Chief appointed as interim City Manager
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Gabriela Gonzalez , as published by ValleyCentral
· August 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The city has announced the appointment, providing some information about Campos' experience. A new interim City Manager has been appointed following the resignation of the previous manager.
A new interim City Manager has been appointed following the resignation of the previous manager. The resignation occurred on August 14. Fire Chief Javier Campos Jr.
has taken on the role of Interim City Manager. Campos has a background in emergency services, public safety, and leadership. Further details about the appointment and Campos' career are available from the city.
The city has announced the appointment, providing some information about Campos' experience. The previous manager, Alberto Perez, stepped down from the position, leading to the need for an interim replacement. Campos is now serving in this role.
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Category: safety Published: August 22, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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