Lower Valley incumbent Limón owes property taxes
Limón is on a quarterly payment plan for the
"You have the wrong person," Limón said in an initial email in response to a request for comment from the
The Limons paid about
In a follow-up email to the
"Senior citizens in
Under the
City attorneys could not be reached for comment Friday about whether that applied to a candidate on a payment plan.
Limón called the payment plan "a sound financial planning tool for seniors" and said she'd continue to use that option.
A retired teacher and principal who was elected to office in 2013, Limón faces
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In email responses to the
Limón said that if re-elected, she will work to complete all quality of life bond projects in the district, including the Lomaland recreation center, the aquatic center at
Another of her top priorities is to ensure streets in the district are resurfaced or reconstructed "as swiftly as possible," she said in the statement.
Rivera also listed improving the district's streets and completing projects on time and on budget as priorities.
He also wants to restore trust and respect on the council.
"My opponent is currently under criminal investigation. I have served this community for 35 years as an
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In January, the
Limón, who has denied any wrongdoing, said that if re-elected she will focus in the resolution of the location and construction of the arena and complete the 2012 city's street infrastructure plan.
"It is time for the city manager to develop a plan to make these issues priorities. I intend to help make that happen on behalf of
Rivera said he plans to finance projects for the district without raising taxes.
"The city needs to be committed to increase our tax base through economic development initiatives to attract business, grow local business, and retain current business. Find cost savings and keep projects on time and on budget," he said in the statement.
He said that his career as a police officer has given him an insight to the needs of
"It has provided me with the training to effectively communicate with diverse populations and effectively deal with difficult situations both in the community and in government," Rivera said.
If elected, Rivera said he plans to work effectively with neighboring council districts.
"Ultimately, build an effective, collaborative team environment on
Limón said her four years on council have been filled with learning opportunities that have allowed her to serve the district with an experienced voice.
Partnering with
Age: 66
Education: Bachelor's, master's,
Occupation: Former longtime teacher/principal;
Age: 59
Education: Attended UTEP; peace officers license with a specialized emphasis on mental health, domestic violence, gang intervention and physical and cyber bullying.
Occupation: Senior patrolman, EPPD
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