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Mayor Mario Garza is a proud lifelong resident of San Juan. Born and raised here, he loves his hometown and works hard to make it a great place for families.
He attended PSJA High School in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD. Mario was first elected Mayor in 2017 and is now serving his third term. He focuses on fixing roads, improving city services, growing jobs, and taking care of the community he calls home.
Mario is a family man who raised his own kids in San Juan. He enjoys connecting with residents at local events and believes in strong leadership that listens and gets things done. As Mayor, he brings common-sense ideas to help San Juan grow and thrive for everyone.
Jesus "Jesse" Ramirez was born and raised in Pharr, TX and moved to San Juan at the age of 19, when he made San Juan his home. He loves his community and works to make it a better place for everyone.
Jesse is a Class of 88 graduate from PSJA High School and a graduate from South Texas College. He worked for PSJA for 36 years before retiring in January of 2025. Jesse has served in many local boards an organization over the past 37 years including the San Juan Youth Program, San Juan Crime Stoppers, San Juan Lions Club, PSJA Lions Club, San Juan EDC, and has served on the commission for 9 years.
Jesse is married to Jeanna Ramirez and together they raised 5 children and have been blessed with 10 grandchildren. As Mayor Pro-Tem, he brings caring, common-sense leadership to move San Juan forward.
Commissioner Gilbert Garza was born and raised in San Juan, Texas, and was elected to the City Commission in 2025 as Commissioner.
A longtime resident of the community, Commissioner Garza is deeply committed to serving his hometown and supporting local initiatives that benefit families and future generations.
He actively participates in city efforts focused on parks and recreation, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement. As a member of the City Commission, he works collaboratively with fellow commissioners to address the needs of residents and promote a better quality of life in San Juan.
Professionally, Commissioner Garza brings dedication and energy to public service, with a strong focus on responsive governance and community priorities.
As City Commissioner, he is dedicated to improving the quality of life in San Juan, supporting responsible development, economic opportunities, and ensuring that the needs of all residents are met.
Mario Alberto Cantu was born and raised in San Juan, Texas, and was elected into office in 2025.
A 1993 graduate of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo High School, Commissioner Cantu has long served his community as a volunteer coach for the City of San Juan Parks and Recreation.
He also serves as an active Liaison for the San Juan Memorial Library Board.
Professionally, Commissioner Cantu has been an employee at AEP Texas for 25 years. He is also a local business owner of AMC Propane and Cantu’s Crazy Cribs.
Commissioner Cantu is married to Angela Mancias Cantu, and they have five sons. As City Commissioner, he is dedicated to improving the quality of life in San Juan, advocating for responsible development, and ensuring that the needs of all residents are met.
Commissioner Marco “Markie” Villegas was born and raised in San Juan, Texas. He was first elected to the City Commission in 2019 as Commissioner and previously served as Mayor Pro-Tem.
A graduate of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo High School, he studied at the University of Texas–Pan American.
Commissioner Villegas has long been dedicated to his community and local youth. He works with PSJA ISD and actively supports initiatives involving schools, recreation, and community programs such as the San Juan PAL. He also serves on the San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board, where he has helped drive infrastructure upgrades, business incentives, and economic growth projects.
Professionally, Commissioner Villegas is employed with PSJA ISD. As a city leader, he has focused on collaborative efforts to strengthen the local economy and improve city services.
Commissioner Villegas is committed to public service and continues to advocate for progress in San Juan. As City Commissioner and Mayor Pro-Tem, he is dedicated to improving the quality of life in San Juan, supporting responsible development and economic opportunities, and ensuring that the needs of all residents are met.
Mayor Mario Garza is a proud lifelong resident of San Juan. Born and raised here, he loves his hometown and works hard to make it a great place for families.
He attended PSJA High School in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD. Mario was first elected Mayor in 2017 and is now serving his third term. He focuses on fixing roads, improving city services, growing jobs, and taking care of the community he calls home.
Mario is a family man who raised his own kids in San Juan. He enjoys connecting with residents at local events and believes in strong leadership that listens and gets things done. As Mayor, he brings common-sense ideas to help San Juan grow and thrive for everyone.
Jesus "Jesse" Ramirez was born and raised in Pharr, TX and moved to San Juan at the age of 19, when he made San Juan his home. He loves his community and works to make it a better place for everyone.
Jesse is a Class of 88 graduate from PSJA High School and a graduate from South Texas College. He worked for PSJA for 36 years before retiring in January of 2025. Jesse has served in many local boards an organization over the past 37 years including the San Juan Youth Program, San Juan Crime Stoppers, San Juan Lions Club, PSJA Lions Club, San Juan EDC, and has served on the commission for 9 years.
Jesse is married to Jeanna Ramirez and together they raised 5 children and have been blessed with 10 grandchildren. As Mayor Pro-Tem, he brings caring, common-sense leadership to move San Juan forward.
Commissioner Gilbert Garza was born and raised in San Juan, Texas, and was elected to the City Commission in 2025 as Commissioner.
A longtime resident of the community, Commissioner Garza is deeply committed to serving his hometown and supporting local initiatives that benefit families and future generations.
He actively participates in city efforts focused on parks and recreation, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement. As a member of the City Commission, he works collaboratively with fellow commissioners to address the needs of residents and promote a better quality of life in San Juan.
Professionally, Commissioner Garza brings dedication and energy to public service, with a strong focus on responsive governance and community priorities.
As City Commissioner, he is dedicated to improving the quality of life in San Juan, supporting responsible development, economic opportunities, and ensuring that the needs of all residents are met.
Mario Alberto Cantu was born and raised in San Juan, Texas, and was elected into office in 2025.
A 1993 graduate of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo High School, Commissioner Cantu has long served his community as a volunteer coach for the City of San Juan Parks and Recreation.
He also serves as an active Liaison for the San Juan Memorial Library Board.
Professionally, Commissioner Cantu has been an employee at AEP Texas for 25 years. He is also a local business owner of AMC Propane and Cantu’s Crazy Cribs.
Commissioner Cantu is married to Angela Mancias Cantu, and they have five sons. As City Commissioner, he is dedicated to improving the quality of life in San Juan, advocating for responsible development, and ensuring that the needs of all residents are met.
Commissioner Marco “Markie” Villegas was born and raised in San Juan, Texas. He was first elected to the City Commission in 2019 as Commissioner and previously served as Mayor Pro-Tem.
A graduate of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo High School, he studied at the University of Texas–Pan American.
Commissioner Villegas has long been dedicated to his community and local youth. He works with PSJA ISD and actively supports initiatives involving schools, recreation, and community programs such as the San Juan PAL. He also serves on the San Juan Economic Development Corporation Board, where he has helped drive infrastructure upgrades, business incentives, and economic growth projects.
Professionally, Commissioner Villegas is employed with PSJA ISD. As a city leader, he has focused on collaborative efforts to strengthen the local economy and improve city services.
Commissioner Villegas is committed to public service and continues to advocate for progress in San Juan. As City Commissioner and Mayor Pro-Tem, he is dedicated to improving the quality of life in San Juan, supporting responsible development and economic opportunities, and ensuring that the needs of all residents are met.