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Futuro RGV President Nedra Kinark expressed her deep commitment to McAllen and emphasized her civic engagement. I am also president of Futuro RGV and have served on numerous boards. ” Her dedication is evident in her leadership role and involvement in City issues, including the current scrutiny of McAllen’s charter amendment.
When asked about her position on these amendments, Kinnaak said: They may have good intentions, but they told us McAllen is a corrupt city. ” She emphasized that she has been involved in local government for many years and is familiar with local government, saying, “I found no corruption. I go to city commission meetings. I contact the commissioners and the mayor.” If you have any concerns, you can voice them.”For Kinark, who has been directly involved in local civic affairs, the assertion that “corruption does not exist” seems unfounded.
Kinark expressed frustration with the potential costs associated with these modifications, explaining: I’m outraged that someone came from Austin and said we’re corrupt. I’m also involved. I don’t see any such corruption. ” She expressed concerns about Proposition A, which would cap campaign contributions at $500. “You can still form a PAC, albeit limited to $500, which has been proven to not work,” she explained, adding that such PACs can hide the source of large donations. He added that there is. “So rather than restricting elections, this would provide an avenue for more dark money to donate to elections,” Kinark warned.
Kinark also expressed concern about Proposition B, which would give the public the power to fire officials or reverse commission decisions. “That’s why we vote,” she said, stressing that voting is an easy way to express opinions without high costs. She questioned the potential impact on candidates, saying, “Why would you really want to run for office when you know that if you act in a way that offends people… you’ll be kicked out of office?” Is that so?” he explained. For Kinark, the idea that an official could be removed from office and barred from running again challenges “a citizen’s right to run for office again if a citizen group ousts them.”
When asked about the group proposing these amendments, Kinark pointed to Ground Game Texas, an Austin-based group. “They’re not from here,” she noted, adding, “We tried to find out where they got their money from, but without success.” Her frustration is palpable as she questions the transparency behind this organization, saying, “We couldn’t find… Follow Austin, Dallas, and all of them.” I don’t tend to spend much time on it. I care more about McCarren.”
Kinark opposes Proposals A and B, fearing unintended consequences that could discourage public participation and create further barriers to transparent governance. Her commitment to McAllen’s integrity and emphasis on established local processes reflect her dedication to ensuring the city’s prosperity through local efforts and transparent governance.
