Mission Statement: Dedicated to consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen. Core Values: Integrity, Accountability, Commitment
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Any applicant selected for employment with the City of McAllen must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing, references, background checks and credential verification.
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MXLAN returns March 6 to 8, 2026, at the McAllen Convention Center, bringing together art, music, culture, food, and economic dialogue in a three-day celebration that highlights the spirit and creativity of the region.
Metro McAllen Paratransit (MMP) is designed to serve only those persons whose disability prevents them the use of public transportation. Under ADA provisions, disability or age does not automatically qualify a person to use paratransit services.
The mission of the McAllen Police Department is to provide quality community oriented services and to enhance public safety and instill confidence of all citizens by partnerships with our citizens to prevent crime and enhance the quality of life throughout our community always treating people with dignity, fairness, and respect.
In addition to protecting the health, safety, and public welfare through regulation of construction in the City of McAllen, the Department seeks to provide an efficient and effective permitting and inspections process that supports City growth and economic development.