Edinburg Mayor: New water tower will help us meet demands of growing population

EDINBURG, Texas - Pam Bentsen Havens and her mother, Marge Bentsen, have explained why they donated land for a million gallon water tower in north Edinburg.They said it was the right thing to do for the community. Here is the interview:The Bentsens gave the Rio Grande Guardian an exclusive interview at the conclusion of a ribbon-cutting ceremony the City of Edinburg held to unveil the new water tower.The new water tower cost $5 million to build. The money came from the City of Edinburg and Edinburg Economic Development Corporation.Edinburg Mayor Ramiro Garza described the new water tower as a “major infrastructure project” that “reflects the continued growth and resilience” of the city. “Today we celebrate the completion of this new water tower, an investment that will strengthen our city's water system, help us meet the demands of our growing population and ensure that our residents and businesses continue to receive the reliable service they deserve,” Garza said.“This project is more than just the concrete and steel that you see behind me. It's about planning for the future and ensuring that our infrastructure keeps pace with the progress we are seeing across our community.”Garza continued: “As we continue to welcome new families, new businesses and new developments, we also recognize the importance of reinforcing the systems that support daily life. Clean, dependable water is one of the most critical services that we can provide, and this water tower is an essential commitment to that.”Garza thanked the Bentsen family and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation for its investment in the project.“This is yet another step forward in our efforts to build a stronger, smarter Edinburg. And, we're not done. We will continue investing in infrastructure, improving services, and making sure that Edinburg remains a city we can all be proud to call home,” Garza added.Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.