Department Archive - City of Falfurrias

Fire Department

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The Falfurrias Fire Department is a volunteer-based organization focused on helping make the Falfurrias community a better and safer place. With the help of its tireless volunteers, they provide Fire and Rescue services, organize fundraisers to help run its department, assist with exciting community-building events, and provide in-depth training sessions for its volunteers.

Fire Chief

Ruben Ramirez

Meet Your Falfurrias Fire Department:

Victor Rodriguez

Jose Trevino

Rolando Galindo

Quentin Lee

Jimithy Hill

Maria Mirelez

Joaquin Ramirez

Jeremy Cabral

Tony Diaz

Robert Martinez

Rick Munoz

Edward Lopez

David Escobar

Calixto Mora

Chris Rodriguez

Alex Trevino

Albert Rodriguez

Adrian Mirelez

AD Castillo

Aaron Lee

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City Administration

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Our city administration is responsible for executing policies and direction for the City of Falfurrias, under the leadership of the council and mayor. Additionally, city administration provides professional guidance and financial administration support to other departments at the City of Falfurrias.

City Administrator

Martin Saenz

Meet Your City Administration Department:

Melinda Garza

City Secretary

Rebecca Alvarado

Finance Manager

Aaron Trevino

Career Navigator

Arnold Vela

Maintenance Specialist

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Municipal Court

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The Municipal Court of Falfurrias, Texas is the local arm of the judicial system, where traffic laws, criminal laws, and municipal ordinances are enforced, within the court’s jurisdiction. The court’s open hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. Furthermore, our court’s staff works through lunch to ensure that residents are able to access services during lunch hours. Our court focuses on forms of complaints against juveniles and adults, seen below.

Municipal Court Judge

Ricky Soliz

Meet Your Municipal Court:

Administration

Jessica Salinas

Court Clerk

Laura Salinas

Deputy Court Clerk

Traffic

Traffic tickets issued by the Falfurrias Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) are handled by the court. Inquiries on Driving Safety Courses can also be directed to the court.

Criminal

Class C misdemeanors are handled by the court, including, but not limited to assault, public intoxication, disorderly conduct, etc.

Municipal Ordinances

Code enforcement violations and complaints filed by our code enforcement officers, including tall grass, junked vehicles, and pet violations, amongst others.

Jurisdiction

The Falfurrias municipal judge also magistrates for defendants arrested in the City of Falfurrias and performs weddings. However, the municipal court does not handle civil lawsuits, land lord tenant cases, or small claims.

Pay Tickets/Fines & Deferred Disposition

You can pay for any pending tickets at our office location, 215 E. Allen Street, Falfurrias, TX. 78355, or by phone at (361) 325-5039, during open hours. You may also contact our office for any inquiries on deferred dispositions.

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Public Works

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Our Public Works department provides services to maintain and ensure accessibility to recreational and public parks, animal control services, the municipal golf course, streets and drainage, and city permits for the City of Falfurrias.

Public Works Director

Adalberto Pena

Public Works Administration:

Alex Carbajal

Foreman

Tasha Rodriguez

Senior Administrative Assistant

Morticha Chapa

Administrative Assistant

Meet Your Public Works Department:

Pete Garcia

Assistant Foreman

Humberto Cruz

Equipment Operator

Jose Garza

Equipment Operator

Marcus Cavazos

Equipment Operator

Rodney Perez

Equipment Operator

Isabel Pena

Animal Control Officer

JR Martinez

Senior Golf Course Attendant

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Utilities

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The Falfurrias Public Utilities Department provides residents with the ability to access various utility services, including water, sewer, gas, and garbage disposal. Our team is available for any questions or concerns you may have on accessing and maintaining your utility services. Utilities services can now be paid online, through our utilities portal below, for your convenience!

Important News:

BEGINNING MARCH 2024 CASH PAYMENT FOR SERVICES WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED

In an effort to reduce the risk associated with cash in the office, the City of Falfurrias will no longer accept CASH payments.

We will continue to accept payment for services with MONEY ORDERS, CHECKS, and CREDIT / DEBIT CARDS

You can also pay over the phone with our automated IVR by calling: (877) 752-0176

Or pay on-line by going to: https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/falfurriastx

2022 Consumer Confidence Water Quality Report:

Utilities Director

Adrian Montemayor

Meet Your Utilities Department:

Administration

Anna Martinez

Office Manager

Desiree Hernandez

Customer Service Representative

Operations

Bernie Rios

Field Superintendent

Ventura Rodriguez

Operator

Humberto Guerra Jr.

Wastewater Superintendent

Jonathan Nino

Operator

Adolio Vargas

Instrumentation & Control Specialist

Gilbert Hinojosa

Operator

Utility Payments

Our department is responsible for collecting payments for water, sewer, gas, and garbage services. You can now pay your utility services online, 24/7, or in person at 215 E. Allen St, Falfurrias, TX 78355, during open hours from 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM, Monday through Friday.

Connecting New Utility Services

New residents/businesses requesting utility services with the City of Falfurrias, must apply for utility services at City Hall, 215 E. Allen St, Falfurrias, TX 78355, during open hours from 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM, Monday through Friday.

Disconnecting/Transferring Utility Services

Residents/businesses requesting the disconnection or transfer of utility services with the City of Falfurrias, must do so in person at City Hall, 215 E. Allen St, Falfurrias, TX 78355, during open hours from 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM, Monday through Friday.

Residential Service Requirements

Required Documents:

Valid Driver’s License/State-Issued ID
Social Security Card
Lease Agreement/Closing Documents/Proof of Ownership (if applicable)

Commercial Service Requirements

Required Documents:

Owner’s Valid Driver’s License/State-Issued ID
Certificate of Occupancy
Lease Agreement/Closing Documents/Proof of Ownership (if applicable)

Water & Sewer Tap Requirements

Required Documents:

Valid Driver’s License/State-Issued ID
911 Address (Contact: Anna Garcia, (361) 325-5670 ext. 369)
Lease Agreement/Closing Documents/Proof of Ownership (if applicable)

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Police Department

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The Falfurrias Police Department provides high-quality services focused on the community’s public safety and installation of confidence in all citizens of Falfurrias, Texas. Through its efforts Falfurrias PD has prevented crime and improved the quality of life for its residents while treating the community with utmost respect, fairness, and integrity. Falfurrias PD is on watch and ready for response 24/7.

Police Chief

William Barton

Meet Your Falfurrias Police Department:

Administration

Robert Gonzalez

Assistant Chief of Police

Andrea Ochoa

Senior Administrative Assistant

Police Officers

Gloria Suits

Police Sergeant

Pedro Garza

Code Enforcement Officer

Gabrielle Longoria

Police Officer

Brandon Luna

Police Officer

Omar O. Becerra

Police Officer

Pedro Gracia

Police Officer

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