Mercedes Historic Preservation Commission

The Mercedes Historic Preservation Commission is a 7-member advisory board for the City of Mercedes. It is the purpose and intent of this commission to conserve any historical landmarks or districts for future generations to discover and enjoy. The commission has been created with the following purpose:

To protect and enhance the landmarks and districts which represent distinctive elements of Mercedes’ historic, architectural, and cultural heritage.
To foster civic pride in the accomplishments of the past.
To protect and enhance Mercedes’ attractiveness to visitors and the support and stimulus to the economy thereby provided.
To encourage stabilization, restoration, and improvements of such properties and their values.

Commission Members:

Member: Jodie Martinez
Term Expiration: 12/31/2027

Member: Lorri Marchant
Term Expiration: 12/31/2026

Member: Tracy White
Term Expiration: 12/31/2027

Member: Pedro Ayala
Term Expiration: 12/31/2026

Member: Gabriel Ozuna
Term Expiration: 12/31/2027

Member: Donna Otto
Term Expiration: 12/31/2027

Board Member: Kristen N. Gutierrez
Term Expiration: 12/31/2026

Meetings are held quarterly on the second Tuesday of the month at 5:45 p.m. unless a conflict should arise. The Library is located at 434 S. Ohio Avenue.

2023-2024 Meetings:

November 13, 2023 | Special Meeting Agenda
December 11, 2023 | Special Meeting Agenda

Mercedes Historic Preservation Commission Manual
City of Mercedes Historic Landmark Ordinance