New Assistant City Manager Jose A. Valdez Jr.
Courtesy City of Laredo
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David Gomez Jr., Laredo Morning Times
Laredo City Manager Joseph Neeb has selected Jose A. Valdez, Jr. as the new Assistant City Manager.
Valdez most recently served the City of Laredo as City Secretary since 2017. He will serve in a dual role until the City Secretary position is filled.
“I look forward to utilizing my knowledge and experience to implement the vision of the City Council with the leadership of Mr. Neeb,” Valdez, Jr. said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of the City of Laredo’s growth and future.”
Valdez Jr. will be able to share his experience in his new role. He was born and raised in Laredo to the late Jose Sr. and Romana Valdez. He is a product of the public school system and is a graduate of Martin High School.
At an early age, community service was something that was instilled in Valdez by his parents. He followed in his father’s footsteps and served as a City Council Member for District VII across three terms in the 2000s, serving twice as Mayor Pro Tempore.
During his time as a councilmember, he actively participated in various city and district projects, also serving as Chairman for the South Texas Development Council.
Valdez also brings experience in business development and government relations, having worked as a consultant and project manager with various entities across South Texas.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology from Texas A&I University in Kingsville. Jose strongly believes that family comes first, and he has been married to the love of his life, Elizabeth, for over 30 years. They are parents of two children.
While Assistant City Manager may be his newest title, his favorite remains “Grandpa” to his three grandchildren.