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Friday with the City | What's Ahead for Brownsville: FY 2026 Budget & Capital Improvement Projects
2026-01-16 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | City of Brownsville Communications and Marketing Department / Convention and Visitors Bureau Complex, 1312 East Adams Street, Brownsville, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce hosts an exclusive opportunity to learn about the future of the community at Friday with the City on Jan. 16. The morning features a presentation and discussion on the City of Brownsville’s FY 2026 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, offering insights into upcoming priorities, planned investments, and key projects shaping the city’s continued growth and development.
Friday with the City is an initiative of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Brownsville, designed to keep the community informed about the city’s ongoing growth, progress and vision for the future.
Questions for the panelists may be submitted in advance online.
For more information, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce

State of the 956 - Legislative Luncheon
2026-01-21 11:30 - 13:00 | Arts, Culture and Events (ACE) Center, 315 W McIntyre Street, Edinburg, United States
Join the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburg on Jan. 21 for the 2025 State of the 956 Legislative Luncheon. This annual event brings together regional leaders, innovators and community stakeholders for an engaging discussion on the growth, challenges and future of the Rio Grande Valley.
This year’s distinguished speakers include Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, Texas State Senate, District 20; and Senator Adam Hinojosa, Texas State Senate, District 27. Together, they will provide valuable insight into legislative priorities, economic development initiatives and collaborative efforts shaping the region’s continued progress.
Register online.

Texas Talks | The Business of Texas: A Fiscal Futures Briefing with Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock
2026-02-03 11:30 - 13:30 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce presents The Business of Texas: A Fiscal Futures Briefing on Feb. 3 with Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock.
This luncheon will provide an in-depth look at Texas’ fiscal outlook, revenue trends, and economic priorities, with a focus on how statewide financial decisions impact businesses, communities and economic growth across the region. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the current and future financial landscape of Texas and what it means for the business community.
Key Highlights:

Fiscal & Economic Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of Texas’ fiscal outlook, revenue streams and economic trends affecting businesses statewide.
Policy Impact on Business: Learn how state-level financial decisions influence local industries, workforce development and regional growth.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with elected officials, business leaders and community stakeholders during the luncheon.

This event is open to all individuals interested in Texas’ economic and fiscal direction. Whether you are a business owner, community advocate or engaged citizen, this luncheon offers a valuable platform for dialogue, insight and collaboration.
Register online.

Buenas Tardes Luncheon - State of International Affairs
2026-02-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Mission Event Center, 200 South Shary Road, Mission, TX, 78572, United States
Join the Mission Chamber of Commerce for its signature Buenas Tardes Luncheon on Feb. 18 for an in-depth discussion on the state of international affairs.
The distinguished panel includes representatives from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, RioPlex and Texas Regional Bank. The program will also include special remarks from Congressman Henry Cuellar and is moderated by Deborah Lee Cordova, founding member of Walsh | McGurk | Cordova | Nixon.

Trade Talks
2026-02-26 08:00 - 09:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce and the McAllen Economic Development Corporation present Trade Talks on Feb. 26 with Dan W. McGrew, president and CEO of Velvac Inc., a 90-year-old manufacturing company headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis.
Velvac is a Tier One supplier to commercial truck manufacturers and sells over 4000 aftermarket parts with its manufacturing facility in Reynosa, Mexico.
McGrew has experience in all facets of operating international businesses in the NAFTA (USMCA) region. His experience doing business in Mexico spans five decades and includes involvement in developing the Maquiladora Industry.
