Parks & Building Maintenance Division

Parks & Building Maintenance Division

The City of Mercedes Parks & Building Maintenance Division is committed to building strong communities and a vibrant economy by providing safe and beautiful parks and facilities through effective collaboration, and creative thinking.

The Parks Division strives to deliver quality customer service through the maintenance of the City’s public parks, recreation centers, and facilities to create an environment that is deemed safe, affordable and enriching for residents and visitors alike.

The Department is responsible for maintaining the 7 city parks and all the City’s buildings. Some of our parks have barbecue grills, playgrounds, walking trails, and more. Parks support some exciting outdoor activities with facilities for basketball, swimming, softball, rollerblading, walking, jogging, biking, and other fun activities.

Our Parks include:

  1. HEB Park- 520 E 2nd St.
  2. Goza Park- 111 James Dr.
  3. Las Flores del Valle Park- 3811 Esperanza St.
  4. Mercedes Sports Complex & Walking Trail- 1202 N Vermont Ave.
  5. Saladino Park- 450 Patricia St.
  6. S.M. Hinojosa Park- 118 Carlos Ln.
  7. Walter Collier Sports Complex- 637 Mathis Ave.

Keep Mercedes Beautiful Board

The Keep Mercedes Beautiful (KMB) Committee is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our community by promoting environmental stewardship, beautification, and community pride. Operating under the guidance of the Parks Department, KMB collaborates with residents, businesses, and local organizations to create a cleaner, greener, and more vibrant City of Mercedes.

KMB welcomes volunteers and contributions from the community. Whether you’re an individual, family, or organization, your support helps us achieve our mission. For more information about upcoming events or how to get involved, please contact the Parks & Building Maintenance Director. 

Meet the KMB Board Members

This committee can have up to 15 members.

  1. Laura Lopez, Chairperson
  2. Maria Guzman, Vice Chairperson
  3. Kathy Cowden, Secretary
  4. Janet Scholfield, Treasurer
  5. Frank Rivas, Member
  6. Cruz Lopez, Member
  7. Preston Castellon, Member
  8. Jorge Marin, Member

 

Parks & Building Maintenance Director
Armando Villela 
Email: avillela@cityofmercedes.com
Phone: 956-565-3114 Ext. 709

Parks & Building Maintenance Supervisor
Samuel Ochoa 
Email: sochoa@cityofmercedes.com
Phone: 956-565-6147 Ext. 705