Precinct 3 offers a Free U.S. Citizenship Clinic

Maverick County Precinct 3 - Commissioner Jose Luis Rosales informs us that there will be a free clinic for legal residents of the United States wishing to apply for American Citizenship. The clinic will be held at the Deer Run Administration Office, October 1, 2011 at 9am. The clinic is taking place through the voluntary participation of attorney at law Ricardo E. Calderon from Eagle Pass, who will be responsible for carrying out this project which is completely free to the citizens. Space is limited and there is only 30 appointments that will be given priority to residents of precinct 3. To make an appointment please call 830-773-1716. Hurry and sign up today!

Commissioner Rosales speaks on Dos Republicas Coal Mine

Maverick County Precinct 3 - Commissioner Jose Luis Rosales speaks to the public at the Maverick County Lake Coal Mine Opposition Rally. The commissioner discusses the important for us as citizens of Eagle Pass and Maverick County in the need to participate and get involved in these rallys and meetings that are taking place around the community. He stresses that we need to come together and make an impact towards the possible opening of a coal mine in Eagle Pass. Mr. Rosales is currently active in the opposition of this coal mine and urges the rest of the community to also get involved as soon as possible as time is running out. Coal Mines bring nothing good and we need to take action immediately. Together we can make a difference.

Precinct 3 Cleanup Campaign

Maverick County Precinct 3 - Just a reminder for all the Maverick County Precinct 3 residents, Brush/Bulky item collection will begin soon in your neighborhood. A notice will be delivered to your residence. Upon receiving this notice, you may begin placing items at the curb for collection. All items must be placed at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. Monday, September 26, 2011 the day of the collection. Remember that crews will pass by your house only once. Commissioner Rosales thanks all the residents of precinct 3 for their cooperation in making our community the cleanest place to live.

Commissioner Jose Luis Rosales resigns from the Quemado Valley Association

Maverick County Precinct 3 - This is to inform you that as of today September 16, 2011, I am no longer a member of the Quemado Valley Association (QVA). I had to resign as a member of this association effective immediately because Dos Republicas Coal Partnership made a very generous donation to the QVA. I'm currently serving as the president of the Maverick County Environmental and Public Health Association (MCEPHA) whom oppose the possible opening of a coal mine in Eagle Pass by Dos Republicas Coal Partnership, this action by Dos Republicas affects my position as President of the MCEPHA. It was my pleasure to serve in this association, however I feel I had no choice but to step down. My decision has nothing to do with the Quemado community. As your elected commissioner I stand by your side and will continue to proudly represent precinct 3. I wish the association only the best for the future, and regret any inconvenience my resignation may cause them.

Jose Luis Rosales

Maverick County Precinct 3 Seco Mines Community Center to open new computer lab

Maverick County Precinct 3 – Today marks an important milestone for Maverick County Precinct 3, the announcement of a new computer lab that will be located at the Seco Mines Community Center to help prepare students and adults of all ages to understand and learn the importance of computer technology. Topics tutored will be from computer basics to creating an email and learning how to communicate electronically. A highly experienced computer certified technician will be managing the lab and instructing the students. This computer lab will benefit all of Precinct 3 areas such as Seco Mines, Fabrica Townsite, Deer Run, Hopedale, Academy Estates, Chaparral Estates, Radar Base, and any other vicinities that fall within the precinct 3 jurisdiction. Commissioner Rosales believes that today our citizens are going to need the right tools to not only compete but to thrive in an economy that's increasingly driven by technical jobs. The newly designed lab will include 10 desktop computers equipped with internet connectivity, educational software, and wireless WIFI Web access and printing. The new computer lab is a great example of how public agencies, nonprofits and businesses can all work together to help our citizens advance and succeed in their future endeavors. Commissioner Rosales is very excited about this new project and encourages the public to be on the lookout for the new lab coming soon for Precinct 3 and to be ready to sign up as space will be limited.

Deer Run White Tail Street Inauguration Ceremony

Maverick County Precinct 3 – The White Tail Street paving project has been completed entirely as of August 25, 2011. Commissioner Jose Luis Rosales held a symbolic ribbon cutting ceremony to formally inaugurate the 4,400 Lineal Foot street. This event took place today September 15, 2011 at 7:00 pm at White Tail Street, Deer Run Subdivision. The total investment of the project was $180,000 which total funding of the project came from a combination of TXDOT funds and CO moneys of Maverick County Precinct 3. Commissioner Jose Luis Rosales informs the public and Deer Run residents that this street project marks only the beginning and there is more to come.

Seco Mines Community Center Legal clinic

Maverick County Precinct 3 - Student Attorneys from the Center for Legal and Social Justice will offer advice on your legal issues. This legal clinic will take place at the Seco Mines Community Center on October 1, 2011, from 11am - 2pm. Bring any supporting documents dealing with your case. This advice is absolutely free. Some of the legal areas we will be offering advice in are Social Security, IRS/Tax Issues, Identity Theft, Debt Collection, and Consumer Issues.

Environmental Meeting held at the Seco Mines Community Center

Maverick County Precinct 3 –  An environmental meeting was held at the Seco Mines Community center yesterday to discuss issues and suggestions on the campaign and opposition of the Dos Republicas Coal Mine possibly opening in Eagle Pass in the near future. A letter has been written by the Maverick County Environmental & Public Health Association with signatures of opposing individuals requesting that the hearing currently scheduled to take place in Austin, Texas be held in Eagle Pass once more. Commissioner Jose Luis Rosales strongly advices everyone that is againts the Dos Republicas Coal Mine to attend these environmental meetings to find out more on how you can help the association in the battle against the opening of a coal mine in our city. Together we can make a difference and your ideas are much needed.  

CSA Headstart practices fire bus evacuation

Maverick County Precinct 3 –  Students from the CSA Headstart visited the Seco Mines Community Center today to practice fire bus evacuation procedures. This is an important procedure for kids that ride in school buses to be aware of and practice frequently. Fire bus procedures can be very effective when an unforeseeable event takes place.

Paint The Town Siesta Park & Valerie Park Areas

Maverick County Precinct 3 –  Our last Paint The Town event was a great success. Siesta Park and Valerie Park were some of the areas that were serviced. We had a tremendous amount of volunteers mostly from EPJH and precinct residents as well. Commissioner Rosales strongly believes in enhancing the quality of live of our citizens. This event produced great results and we are looking foward to the next Paint The Town. Commissioner Rosales strongly urges the public to volunteer in making our precinct the cleanest place to live.

Outreach Office under construction in Quemado

Maverick County Precinct 3 - These are some pictures of the mobile home that is going to be used as an outreach office in Quemado. Currently the deck is under construction. We are expecting to have this office location ready and available to the serve the public by the end of September 2011.

St. Mary's University Law students visit the Seco Mines Community Center

Maverick County Precinct 3 –  Students from the St. Mary's University School of Law visited the Seco Mines Community Center this past Saturday, September 10, 2011 to provide a free legal clinic to all residents in precinct 3. We had a great turn out from the public. Commissioner for Precinct 3 Jose Luis Rosales urges everyone from the community to take advantage of this great service that is offered to the residents free of charge. We will keep you informed on the next legal clinic which will be scheduled in October 2011.

Staff from Precinct 3 visits the town of Quemado

Maverick County Precinct 3 – Staff from Precinct 3 visited the area of Quemado to complete applications for the food distribution that is made one a month to residents.

Eagle Pass Youth Soccer Association Inaguration

Maverick County Precinct 3 – Commissioner Rosales fully supports sports and outdoor recreational activites to develop our youth physically and mentally. Commissioner Rosales along with the Eagle Pass Youth Soccer Association are currently working to develop Soccer Fields at County property located at the Airport Subdivision in Precinct 3.

Seco Mines Community Center VITA Program a success

Maverick County Precinct 3 – During the 2010 income tax season, Commissioner Rosales supported the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance held at the Seco Mines Community Center. The program was operated based on volunteers. The VITA volunteer at the Seco Mines Community Center was Yecenia Martinez that brought more than $40,000 dollars in income tax returns to the community.

Commissioner Rosales initiates a major cleanup campaign in Precint 3 Quemado area

Maverick County Precinct 3 – Commissioner Rosales initiated a major clean up campaing in Precinct 3, including the demolition of unsafe and vacant structures. Major demolitions included what used to be the Old Quemado Public Library, and what used to be the old Road and Bridge Precinct 3C department in Quemado, TX. Now, a mobile home has been placed next to the current Quemado Public Library that is going to serve as an Outreach County Office for elected officials such as the County Commissioner Pct 3 Jose Luis Rosales, Justice of the Peace Pct 3c Jeanie Smith, Maverick County Water Works, and any other community members.

4th of July Parade organized by the Seco Mines Community Center volunteers

Maverick County Precinct 3 – The annual 4th of July celebration included a parade that was organized by Commissisoner Rosales, Precinct 3 Staff, and Seco Mines Community Center Volunteers. Working together this event turned out to be a success.