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The City of La Joya is nature's jewel. Western Hidalgo County is where urban areas meet agricultural lands, plains turn into gentle hills, surround by lakes and the Rio Grande Valley meets the future. Tourism La Joya is the destination for nature and history. Join us for the day or weekend. Ecotourism Just 15 minutes west of the McAllen metro area are thousands of acres of parklands and wildlife management areas. In La Joya, Texas, rich farmlands along the Rio Grande River meet gentle rolling hills and lakes and attract birds and other native wildlife. Visitors are able to fish and hunt, explore trails and enjoy nature throughout the year. These lands are managed by federal and state agencies as well as private land-owners. To the east are the National Butterfly Center in Mission, Texas and the World Birding Center at Bentsen State Park . Additional recreational opportunities are available at the Lower Rio Grande Wildlife Refuge (operated by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) and Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area (WMA) (operated by Texas Parks & Wildlife Department). The City of La Joya’s Parks & Recreation Department also manages three municipal parks with several recreational opportunities. Heritage Tourism La Joya is centerally-located along the Caminos del Rio Heritage Corridor which runs from Laredo to Brownsville. The corridor highlights this section of the Texas-Mexico border’s history and architecture. The Texas Tropical Trail also runs through La Joya between Laredo, Corpus Christi and Brownsville. Much of this trail includes U.S. Expressway 83 which is designated as the Texas Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. La Joya traces its history to the 1767 establishment of Havana and the 1802 establishment of Tabasco. La Joya’s original townsite was just north of Tabasco and included it in the 1926 municipal incorporation. Havana residents joined La Joya as part of the 2016 annexation. Notable historical sites in La Joya include: La Joya Cemetery Nellie Leo Schunior School Los Ejidos De Reynosa Vieja Five minutes to the east of La Joya is the first settlement of Europeans and Africans in North America (Penitas, Texas ). South is the historic Tabasco Cemetery , located on private land, south of the historic Military Road. West of downtown La Joya are: Spanish colonial settlement of Havana, Texas and its private historic cemetery; Ghost town of Sam Fordyce, Texas ; Ancient Native Peoples’ Rio Grande River crossing and now Los Ebanos International Ferry; and Historic town of Rio Grande City, Texas in Starr County. Details on the history of La Joya and its neighboring communities is on our History page . Left: Charles Schunior Jr Building in Sam Fordyce, Texas, where U.S. Post Office was located. (Photo by Ame Gorena-Walsh) More Info... Hidalgo County Historical Commission Museum of South Texas History (MOST) Texas Historical Commission (THC) University of Texas-RGV Special Collections & Archives

Drop by, call, mail or chat us up.  We are here to help. Contact Us Drop by, call, mail or chat us up. We are here to help. First Name Last Name Street Address City State Zip Code Phone Email Messages Subscribe to La Joya's newsletter Send Thanks for contacting La Joya! City of La Joya 701 E Expressway 83 La Joya TX 78560-4051 956.581.7002 info@lajoyatx.gov Accessibility Statement Privacy Policy Department Directory

The La Joya Municipal Court's mission is to adjudicate cases in the interest of justice. Municipal Court Justitia Omnibus The La Joya Municipal Court's mission is to provide an accessible legal forum for individuals to have their Court matters heard in a fair and efficient manner while providing a high level of integrity, professionalism and customer service. Azanett Garcia Court Clerk In 2022 the Council confirmed the appointment of Azanette Garcia as Municipal Court Clerk. As authorized by Government Code, Chapter 29 , "The clerk shall keep minutes of the proceedings of the court, issue process, and generally perform the duties for the municipal court that a county clerk performs for a county court." Department Description Quick Facts The La Joya Home-Rule Charter approved by voter in 2013 established a Municipal Court "... for the trial of misdemeanor offenses with all powers and duties granted by the laws of the State of Texas." The Mayor and City Council are authorized to appoint a Presiding Judge "... for a term of four (4) years to run concurrently with the term of office of Mayor. Compensation shall be set by the City Council and may not be reduced during the term of office for which the Judge was appointed. ... In the absence or disability of the Judge, the City Council shall appoint an interim judge to preside over the Municipal Court." News Municipal Court Information Judges Alejandro "Alex" Cantu Linda Sarabia Anthony Uresti Court Hours Municipal Court is in session every Wednesdays, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm -- except for Night Court. Night Court Night Court is in session the third Wednesday of every month, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. La Joya Municipal Court 701 E Business 83 La Joya TX 78560-4051 Courtroom Decorum Judge Lee R. Alaniz has issued rules governing Courtroom decorum, part of the Court's Standing Orders . Texas Penal Code, Chapter 46 prohibits any person from carrying a firearm or other weapon on the premises of government Courts and Court offices. Pay Traffic Fines Traffic fines may be paid at the La Joya Municipal Court, located at La Joya City Hall by money order only, or you may pay traffi c fines o nline . Trials Cases are adjudicated by a Municipal Court Judge. The City Attorney serves as Prosecutor. Department Docs More information regarding our Department. Standing Orders Department Forms These forms will improve service delivery. Download, complete and return. Court Records Request Form External Links Learn more about government regulators, funders, professional associations and partners: State Commission on Judicial Conduct Texas Court Help Texas Court Clerks Association Texas Municipal Courts Association Texas Municipal Courts Education Center

The La Joya Police Department's mission is to protect and serve. Police Department The La Joya Police Department's mission is to protect and serve. Ramon Gonzalez Police Chief Ramon Gonzalez held a variety of positions in the La Joya Police Department before becoming Chief. He is a U.S. Marine Corps. Veteran. Gonzalez recently earned his Masters degree. Department Description Quick Facts The La Joya Police Department (LJPD) strives to provide the highest quality service, preserving human rights, lives, and property while attempting to achieve the mission goals of the Department, the City, and the community. We will work in partnership with our citizens to problem solve and meet the challenges of reducing crime, creating a safer environment and improving the community members’ quality of life. News La Joya PD Divisions Criminal Investigations The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) investigates crimes reported in our jurisdiction. Communications The Communications Division is an essential part of the Department and is staffed 24/7/365, including holidays & weekends. To work as a communications officer much training is involved such as certification by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Our communications officers handle 911 emergency calls for service, requests and/or any citizens needs. Our communications department also maintains constant contact with the police officers via a 2-channel radio in which calls for service are dispatched and reports are taken. Any pertinent reports also are kept in the communications office. We handle all other non-emergency calls through our non-emergency number: 956.585.4855 . Should you have any questions and/or concerns don’t hesitate to call us. Patrol Patrol Division is composed of the officers assigned to uniformed patrol, which are the first to respond to calls for assistance in the community. The Patrol Division operates 24/7/365, and it consists of three shifts. The Division provides general police services in its daily operations. Records The Records Division is an essential part of the La Joya Police Department. Division personnel assist the public in obtaining reports such as automobile accidents, offense reports and incident reports. The Division archives all police records pertaining to any incidents that occur within the City of La Joya, such as arrests that our officers have made or any other important documents that need to be filed. The records clerk is available to assist with automobile accidents, offense and incident reports or to arrange contact with a Police Officer. The Records Division is open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Our records phone number is 956.585.4855 . Emergency Operations Center (EOC) During a natural or civil emergency, the Mayor may activate the La Joya Emergency Operations Center (EOC) as authorized by the City's Emergency Operations Plan. The City Council has named Chief Ramon Gonzalez as the Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC). Department Docs More information regarding our Department. None Department Forms These forms will improve service deliv ery. Download, complete and return. Complaint Form External Links Learn more about government regulators, funders, professional associations and partners: Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Texas Police Chiefs Association Texas Police Association U.S. Department of Homeland Security

News & Information Be the first to know. • Subscribe! Subscribe Thanks for subscribing! This form no longer accepts submissions. All Posts City Attorney City Engineer City Manager City Secretary Council Emergency Operations Center Finance Fire/EMS Municipal Court Municipal Library Park & Recreation Personnel Planning/Code Enforcement Police Public Utilities Public Works Search Vanessa Trevino Aug 8 0 min Notice of Public Hearing 5 views Post not marked as liked Ruperto Segura Jul 9 1 min Havana Trash/Brush Collection Update On Saturday, July 20, the City of La Joya will provide a briefing on solid waste and brush collection services specifically for residents... 40 views Post not marked as liked ramongonzalez50 Jun 18 1 min Emergency Operations Center Sandbags Available for Storm Prep Sandbags are available for La Joya residents & businesses. 21 views Post not marked as liked Ruperto Segura Jun 5 2 min Public Utilities Havana gets Trash/Brush Collection Havana residents will begin receiving municipal trash and brush collection services beginning July 1, 2024. 35 views Post not marked as liked Ruperto Segura May 26 1 min Public Utilities Help Conserve Water City repairs water line leak, but boiled water notice remains in effect until May 28. Water restored, but conservation needed. 170 views Post not marked as liked Mayra Salinas May 24 1 min Council Memorial Day Holiday City of La Joya honor veterans on Memorial Day. 8 views Post not marked as liked Leonardo Olivares Feb 11 1 min Fire/EMS New Ambulance for La Joya & Sullivan New Year for La Joya Fire /EMS ... new ambulance. 18 views Post not marked as liked Leonardo Olivares Feb 11 1 min Finance La Joya Earns an "A" A S&P recently reviewed the City of La Joya's governance, management and finances and granted the City an investment-grade rating of "A". 9 views Post not marked as liked Leonardo Olivares Feb 11 1 min Public Utilities City Expecting $23 Million for Utility Projects Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) awards City $22.8 million for water and wastewater projects. 22 views Post not marked as liked

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Sat, Jun 29 | La Joya Havana Solid Waste Collection Meeting City and Waste Connection staff will provide information on the expansion of solid waste and brush collection services to La Joya citizens in the Havana neighborhood. Information will include placement of containers, types of waste, schedules, billing and more. Time & Location Jun 29, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM La Joya, 41833 Military Rd, La Joya, TX 78560, USA Share this event

Walker Lake Rentals WALKER LAKE IS NOT OPENED TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. The Parks & Recreation Department does rent boats exclusively to homeowners & renters of the Walker Lake Homeowners Association , a private, homeowners association. Walker Lake is owned and operated by the Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6 , a member-owned utility. The District does not rent boats or provides access to the general public. Quick View Walker Lake SUP Afternoon Rental Permit Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Walker Lake SUP Morning Rental Permit Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Walker Lake Paddle Boat Afternoon Rental Permit Price $60.00 Add to Cart Quick View Walker Lake Paddle Boat Morning Rental Permit Price $60.00 Add to Cart Quick View Walker Lake Kayak Afternoon Rental Permit Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Walker Lake Kayak Morning Rental Permit Price $30.00 Add to Cart Quick View Walker Lake Canoe Afternoon Rental Permit Price $60.00 Add to Cart Quick View Walker Lake Canoe Morning Rental Permit Price $60.00 Add to Cart