Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr.
Special to the NEWS
BROWNSVILLE, TX—As the Cameron County Commissioners’ Court prepares for its three-month budget session, Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. has outlined his top priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. This annual process, conducted through weekly meetings, will approve departmental budgets and establish Cameron County’s official property tax rate.
Property Tax Reduction for a Third Consecutive Year
According to a press release distributed by Treviño’s office, the primary focus for Treviño is on reducing the property tax rate, continuing a historic trend of tax relief for residents. Over the past two years, Cameron County has reduced the tax rate by half a cent per $100 of valuation, providing much-needed financial relief to families, according to the press release. Currently, Cameron County’s property tax rate of .426893 sits lower than any city located in Cameron or Hidalgo County, and nearly 15 cents less than the property tax rate of Hidalgo County, which sits at .57500.
“I have listened to our residents, and the message is clear—property taxes remain the most pressing concern for families across Cameron County,” said Judge Treviño. “We’ve successfully reduced the tax rate each of the past two years, and this year, I will advocate for a third consecutive tax reduction—an unprecedented step in recent history.”
Enhanced Employee Compensation to Remain Competitive
The second priority is ensuring competitive wages for Cameron County employees. Over the last two years, all county employees have received a salary increase of at least 5%, with detention officers receiving a 10% raise two years ago.
“For the past eight and a half years, I’ve had the honor of serving as County Judge, and throughout that time, employee compensation has been one of my top priorities,” said Judge Treviño. “Our workforce of 1,700 employees is the backbone of county operations, and while we’ve made significant strides in salary improvements, there is still more to be done. This year, I am committed to securing a third consecutive salary increase for our hardworking staff.”
Strengthening Law Enforcement
Treviño also aims to further invest in Cameron County’s law enforcement agencies, reinforcing the Commissioners’ Court’s longstanding commitment to public safety, as stated in the press release.
“As law enforcement salaries continue rising across the state, we recognize the need to ensure competitive wages for our deputies, detention officers, and assistant district attorneys,” said Treviño. “While we have made meaningful improvements in compensation, additional investment is required. I will work closely with the Commissioners’ Court to implement the most significant salary increases yet for our law enforcement personnel.”
Critical Investments in Roads and Drainage Infrastructure
In addition to these budgetary priorities, Cameron County remains committed to addressing road and drainage challenges, said Treviño. Recently, Cameron County secured a $13 million grant from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) to fund a Rio Grande Valley Watershed study, which will help identify long-term drainage solutions.
“Finding solutions to our drainage challenges is imperative, and I will continue advocating for future funding at the federal, state, and local levels,” said Treviño.
Cameron County also maintains a proactive approach to road infrastructure through its ongoing street maintenance plan. Each county-maintained road is reviewed annually, with funding allocated to ensure timely and practical improvements.
The Cameron County budget began on July 1, 2025.
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