Mayor John Cowen, Jr. Joins National Mayors for Parks Coalition
· Texas Border Business
Mayor John Cowen, Jr. of Brownsville has joined the Mayors for Parks Coalition, a bipartisan group advocating for increased federal funding for urban parks and green spaces. Established in 2013, the coalition includes mayors from various cities working to enhance federal support for parks and outdoor recreation. Recently, the coalition celebrated the passage of the EXPLORE Act, which includes funding for underserved communities. Mayor Cowen emphasized the importance of this partnership for improving quality of life in Brownsville, aligning with the city’s Parks, Health, and Wellness Master Plan to enhance access to recreational amenities and public spaces.
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