Hidalgo County authorizes aid for disaster response in Central Texas flooding

Hidalgo County officials convened an emergency meeting on July 8, 2025, to address the aftermath of severe weather and flooding that has impacted Central Texas. The meeting began with a quorum established and quickly moved to the pressing agenda items.

The primary focus was on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Concho Valley Community Action Agency. This agreement allows Hidalgo County to provide essential equipment and personnel to assist in disaster response efforts in the wake of Governor Greg Abbott's emergency declaration. Jaime, a representative at the meeting, emphasized the widespread nature of the flooding, stating, "This event was a very widespread event that affected a very large geographic area of Central Texas." The court unanimously approved the MOU, highlighting the county's commitment to supporting neighboring regions in crisis.

Additionally, the court discussed the need for emergency management measures, specifically the authorization of manual checks for meal per diem expenses for Hidalgo County Emergency Management Division employees deployed to assist in the disaster response. The court acknowledged the necessity of revising policies to streamline emergency responses in the future, with plans for a scheduled meeting later in the week to address these changes.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, reflecting the urgency and collaborative spirit of Hidalgo County's response to the ongoing disaster. As the region continues to recover, the actions taken during this emergency meeting underscore the importance of regional cooperation in times of crisis.