PALMVIEW PROUD: HONORING TEXAS RANGER CAPTAIN MELBA SAENZ

PALMVIEW, Texas- Mayor Rick Villarreal and the Palmview City Council have designated August 2, as Melba Saenz Day in honor of her exceptional achievements in local and state law enforcement. In May 2020, she made history as the first female captain of the prestigious Rangers Division, the oldest law enforcement organization with statewide jurisdiction in North America.

Melba Saenz, a native of Palmview, attended La Joya ISD, graduating in 1995. During her time in school, she served as a Police Explorer for Palmview and La Joya and also became a volunteer firefighter in both cities while working as a police dispatcher.

Throughout her impressive law enforcement career, she has served with dedication and excellence in various departments, including the Rio Grande City School District's Police Department, the McAllen ISD Police Department, the Mission Police Department, and the Texas Department of Public Safety, where she eventually became a part of the Texas Rangers.

Captain Saenz's exceptional performance and leadership as a Texas Ranger have earned her numerous recognitions, awards, and accolades. She has been an inspiration, role model, and mentor to many, continually setting new standards in her profession.

The City of Palmview extends its congratulations to Melba Saenz, the first female Texas Ranger Captain.