Livability McAllen, TX 2014

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2014 | SPONSORED BY THE MCALLEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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GLOBALLEARNINGDistrict expandsIB programsto all schools

New Nestfor CreativityIncubator hatches ideas,enriches local arts scene
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CONTENTS

Things to Do 8 Attraction

New Nest for Creativity Incubator hatches ideas

and enriches the localarts scene

12 LocalFlavor

McAllens FoodScene Heats Up

14 Arts&Culture

Heres Your To-Do List

16 Sports&Recreation

A Growing Playground

Living22 Education

Global Learning McAllen ISD

expands International

Baccalaureate programs

26 Schools

Set for Success29 Health

Big on Health Care

31 Community Profile

Business37 Business Overview

The Best of Times

40 Small Companies

Small Businesses,

Big Opportunities

45 ChamberReport

Whats the Big Idea?

47 Economic Profile

On The CoverMcAllen Creative Incubator Photo by Wendy Jo OBarr

4Welcome to McAllen An introduction to the community

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Public Art Graces Downtown McAllenLocated on Main Street in McAllens Arts District, The Three

Graceswas created by artist Mick Reber. The 15-foot-tall

sculpture, made of steel and weighing about 3,000 pounds,represents the graces of faith, hope and charity.

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AT A GLANCE

Cultural diversity, progressivebusiness practices and a booming

economy best characterize McAllen,which is one of the fastest growingmetros in Texas and part of one ofthe fastest growing MSAs in theU.S. A location just five milesfrom the U.S.-Mexico border andclose to Reynosa, Mexicos largepopulation has made it a magnetfor retail, international trade,tourism and manufacturing.

ABUNDANT LIVING

McAllens economic mix meanstangible benefits for residentsbeyond a strong job market. Theytake their picks among diverseshopping and dining options thatinclude hundreds of national brandsand unique, independent retailers.

The resulting tax base meansthe city can offer first-rate amenitiessuch as a massive, state-of-the-artlibrary; in-town bus service; awesomeparks; and hiking and biking trailsthat are enjoyed year round, thanks

to a desirable warm climate.With all this and much more,

McAllen also consistently ranksamong cities with the lowest costof living in the U.S.

GREAT FOR BUSINESS

McAllen is good for business,big and small. More than 100Fortune 500 companies havea presence within the McAllenMSA, while the city also has been

recognized recently by CNNMoneyamong its Best Places to Launcha Small Business.

Key factors bringing expansionsand entrepreneurs are an excellentquality of life, numerous advancedmedical facilities, a comprehensivefinancial services community,demonstrated logistics advantagesto reach existing and new markets,and a mostly young, bicultural andbilingual population.

Read on to discover whyMcAllen is one of Americas bestplaces to live.

McAllen, TexasA QUICK, COMPREHENSIVE OVERVIEW OF WHATS GREAT ABOUT THE COMMUNITY

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McAllen Chamberof Commerce1200 Ash Ave.McAllen, TX 78501

Phone:(956) 682-2871

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LOCATION

McAllen is in the Rio Grande Valleyof South Texas, situated just 70 miles

west of the Gulf of Mexico. McAllenis the largest city in Hidalgo County.

POPULATION

133,821(McAllen)774,769(MSA)

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DISTANCES TO THREEMAJOR CITIES NEARBY

San Antonio, 224 miles

Austin, 311 milesFort Worth/Dallas, 502 miles

TIMEZONE

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Museum

SEE THE EXHIBITS

Visit the International

Museum of Art and

Science to exploremore than 50,000

square feet of art andscience displays, such as

paintings, sculpture andgeological collections.

The museum also offers

educational programsand hosts special events.

Natural Attractions

EXPERIENCE NATURE

Enjoy McAllens wildlifehavens, which include

Quinta Mazatlan, asanctuary for birds, plants

and other wildlife;Valley

Nature Center, the oldest

nature center in the area;and Santa Ana NationalWildlife Refuge, home to

record numbers of birdand butterfly species.

Shopping

SHOP IN STYLE

McAllens La Plaza Malldraws more than 18 million

visitors each year as themain shopping spot for Rio

Grande Valley residents.Comprising 1.2 million

square feet, the mall hasmore than 150 retailers

and several restaurants

in its recently renovatedfood court.

Baseball

ROOT FOR THEHOME TEAM

The McAllen Thunderand

Edinburg Roadrunnersare baseball teams

that play at EdinburgBaseball Stadium. Both

teams are membersof the North American

League, an independent

professional league.

THINGS TO DOMcAllens must-do attractions, activitiesand dining

Explore the Shelves and Grab a BookCheck out the massive new McAllen Public Libraryfor a variety of family-friendly activities. The library hasmore than 30,000 childrens books and audiotapes, many of which are bilingual. The library frequently hosts

programs for children, adults and teens.

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Professional Sports

TAKE IN A GAME ATSTATE FARM ARENA

Cheer on the La FieraFtbol Club, a ProfessionalArena Soccer League

Team; the RGV Killer

Bees, a North American

Hockey League team;and the Rio Grande

Valley Vipers, 2010 and

2013 NBA DevelopmentLeague champions.

Concerts

ENJOY THE SHOW

Be sure to take in a

Valley Symphony

Orchestraperformanceby acclaimed artists.

Ticket discounts areavailable for groups

of more than 10. Andtake note: In addition

to its annual concert

season, the symphonyalso hosts a popular gala.

Ice Skating

HIT THE ICE

Spend a fun-filled dayice skating at the FrioGrande Valley Ice

Center, or play ice

hockey or broomball.Learn to Ice Skate

programs and figureskating lessons are

offered, and the center

is available for birthdayparties and lock-ins.

THINGS TO DO

Entertainment

HEAD TOHAPPY HOUR

Enjoy dinner, drinks

and good times atthe many businesses

located within the 17th

Street Entertainment

Districtof downtownMcAllen, a revitalized

area bustling with fun

restaurants, pubs, clubsand lounges.

Stay in LuxuryBook a stay at the historic Renaissance Casade Palmas, conveniently located withinwalking distance from downtown and only2 miles from La Plaza Mall. The hotel offers

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THINGS TO DO

The McAllen Creative Incubator, located ina former library, includes several art studios,

as well as a gallery, a paint lab and the Idea Lab.The McAllen Chamber of Commerce sponsors

the Incubator, which showcases exhibits andoffers art classes to students of all ages and

skill levels.

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ARTS INCUBATOR GROWS ARTISTS,

INNOVATORS AND CULTURAL OFFERINGS

CreativityNew Nest for

The Creative Incubator is actually rightin the middle of the art district, says Ivan

Gonzalez, director of art development for theMcAllen Chamber of Commerce. We haveat least another five or six galleries nearby,so we all share the same concept of hostingartists so they can exhibit their work.

Whats more, the building has roughlydouble the room of the Incubatorsformer location.

The City of McAllen and the McAllenChamber of Commerce, which runs theIncubator, spent more than $200,000 to gutthe old library; replace carpet and lighting;

and build studios, paint labs, workshopand classroom areas, gallery spaces, andperformance and event venues.

We have several spaces and commonareas the artists can use to teach, make

exhibitions, and hold their performances orworkshops. Since we moved into the [former]library, weve gotten really positive feedbackfrom the community and the local artists,Gonzalez says.

ART CLASSES AT THE INCUBATOR

Painter Karen Norberg, a tenant, teachesclasses at the McAllen Creative Incubator.

Were really excited about our new digs,she says. Theres a variety of art, all the wayfrom photography to violin lessons to choir

to, of course, the artists who are paintingand teaching painting and drawing classesall the time.

The McAllen Creative Incubator moved early in 2013,taking residence in what used to be the citys public library at601 N. Main St. The location certainly fits, situated amidst the Arts

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The intention of the Mini MakerFaire is to nurture innovation. It isabout people inventing. It has a lotof very positive energy people sharingexcitement about what they are doing and that excitement gets transferredto the attendees.

EDUARDO MILLET,VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

FOR THE MCALLEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Painter Alma Casso works on her latest creations

at theMcAllen Creative Incubator, where sheteaches art classes and rents studio space. Casso

also assists with special events at the Incubator,such as craft parties.

The McAllen Creative Incubators revolving art exhibits are free and open to the public throughout the year.

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Classes for both children andadults are a big draw, among thema Wine & Design class for whichpainting supplies are provided andstudents bring their own snacksand beverages.

Were really trying to promoteour wonderful new space; were soproud of it, Norberg says.

MCALLEN MINI MAKER FAIRE

Another exciting aspect of thelarger space is the opportunityto hold events such as the MiniMaker Faire, a showcase oflocal innovation and inventionthat brought 50 makers and700 attendees to the McAllenCreative Incubator in June 2013.Many of the par ticipants hadbeen working with the Chambers

Inventors & EntrepreneursNetwork, and the event celebratedtheir accomplishments.

What we do here isentrepreneurial activism, saysEduardo Millet, vice presidentof business development for theMcAllen Chamber of Commerce,referring to the Incubators missionto help people act on their ideas.The intention of the Mini MakerFaire is to nurture innovation. It is

about people inventing. It has a lotof very positive energy peoplesharing excitement about what theyare doing and that excitementgets transferred to the attendees.

The venue was the perfectplace to hold the first annual MiniMaker Faire, as it is brimming withthe creativity of local artists andgrounded by the support ofChamber initiatives such as theIdea Lab and Collaboration Space,

which provide guidance and toolsfor bringing ideas along a pathto market.

Its a great venue, Milletsays. Any event that has to dowith innovation will flourishbecause of the creative energythat is already there.

by Carol Cowanby staff photographer

Wendy Jo OBarr and seniorphotographer Jeff Adkins

Art Village on Main covers 30,000 square feet and includes four buildings that include art galleries,studios and restaurants. The village also hosts McAllens First Friday Art Walks from September to May.

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ARTSINCUBATORGROWSARTISTS,INNOVATORSANDCULTURALOFFERINGS

CreativityNewNestfor

The Creative Incubatoris actually rightin the middle ofth e artdistrict, says IvanGonzalez,d irectoro fa rtdevelopmentfortheMcAllenC hamber ofC ommerce. We haveatle asta nother fiveorsix galleriesnearby, so weall share thesame conceptofh ostingartistssotheycane xhibittheir work.Whats more,th e buildinghas roughly

doublethe room of theIncubatorsformer location.

TheCity ofMcAllen andthe McAllenChamber of Commerce, which runs theIncubator,spentm orethan$200,000 to gutthe old library;re place carpetand lighting;and build studios, pain t labs, workshopand classroomareas, gal lery spaces,a ndperformanceand eventvenues.

We have several spaces andcommonareas the artists can use toteach, makeexhibitions,a ndhold their performances orworkshops.S incewe movedi ntoth e [former]library,wevegotten reallyp ositive feedbackfromthe com munityand thelocal artists,Gonzalez says.

ARTCLASSESATTHEINCUBATORPainterKaren Norberg, atenant,te achesclasses attheM cAllen Creative Incubator.

Werereallyexcited aboutourn ewdigs,shes ays.Theresavarietyo fa rt, all thewayfrom photographytoviolin lessons to choirto,of course, thea rtists who are painting

a ndteachingpaintingand drawingclassesallth etime.

TheMcAllen CreativeIncubatormovedearlyin 2013, taking

residencein whatusedto bethecityspubliclibraryat

601 N.MainSt. The location certainlyfits, situated amidstthe Arts

DistrictBusiness Center, the ArtVillage on Mainand several galleries.

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TheMcAllen CreativeIncubator, locatedina former library, includesseveral artstudios, as well as a gallery, a paintlabandtheIdeaLab.The McAllenChamberof CommercesponsorstheIncubator,whichshowcasesexhibitsandoffersart classes tostudentsofallagesandskilllevels.

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Tex-Mex and Mexican

KOKOS, PONCHOS MEXICAN NUEVO, CABRITO NUEVO LEON

For the last 20 years, McAllens own Suarez brothers have built Kokos

into a McAllen landmark. Its uptown location, open since 2004, drawsdiners from all over the McAllen area. If youve already tried Kokos

and youre looking for more Mexican, try Ponchos MexicanNuevoor Cabrito Nuevo Leon. Neither will disappoint.

Irish

SHENANIGANSIRISH PUB & GRILL

For the best Irish food in town,try Shenanigans Irish Pub & Grill.

Its bangers and mash are, well,

bangin. More than just a great bar,Shenanigans has tasty food options,as well as live music.

Outdoor Dining

THE PATIO ON GUERRA

No tour of McAllens food spots

would be complete without a visitto The Patio on Guerra. One of the

finest local dining spots, the Patiocombines a gorgeous setting withimpeccable food and great service.

Greek and Mediterranean

SAHADIS

Dont let Sahadishumble

exterior fool you. The owners pridethemselves on carefully craftedMediterranean dishes, and the food

lives up to the billing. Bonus: Winetastings. Catch up with Sahadis on

Facebook to find dates and times,as well as a full menu.

Asian

GENGHIS GRILL

One of Americas fastest-growing restaurant trends has

come to McAllen. Genghis Grillis a build-your-own stir-fry joint

with plenty of taste to match its

boisterous personality. You pickyour ingredients. They cook them.Your taste buds win.

McAllens Food Scene Heats UpGRAB SOME GRUB AT THE CITYS MOST POPULAR RESTAURANTS

McAllens food scene is hot, and not just because its in South Texas. The food selection here isgrowing into a mixture of international and local cuisines that even the most metropolitan Texascities would envy. Read on to find tips for trying a few local favorites.

THINGS TO DO:LOCAL FLAVOR

Grab a Sandwich or Settle in for a SteakNot feeling particularly international? Try some good ole Americanfare at the Corner Bakery Caf, where they dont just bake bread they fill it with all sorts of things to make your mouth happy. Or go

to the Pub Steakhouse, pictured, which has a promising tagline:Youre going to love the food here.

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Feast on French Fare at Fromage BistroFromage Bistrois bringing a little France to the Rio Grande Valley.Its menu is ambitious, its food is exquisite, and its presentation isamong the most refined in McAllen. Fromage doesnt just serve

high-end food; from ambiance to service, it serves high-enddining experiences.



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Festivals

ATTEND A SPECIAL EVENT

On the first Saturday night of

December, many residents turnout for Candlelight Posada, which

includes food booths, luminaries, a

parade, live entertainment, carolingand a live nativity scene. If yourelooking for food festivals, theres

also the Sizzling in the TropicsBBQ Cookoff, or McAllens newest

way to treat your tastebuds: theSanta Fe Wine Classic.

If you like your festivals a littlemore musical, Music After Hoursis a free outdoor concert series

thats sure to please. McAllen

Blues Nightis another option.

This blues-y delight is the bestway to catch some of the areas

most talented blues performers.

Visual Arts

ADMIRE THE ARTWORK

The International Museum of Art & Science, founded in 1969,

promotes an appreciation for the arts and sciences through its exhibitions,cultural events and many educational programs. In 2013, IMAS ispartnering with the City of McAllen to present an unprecedented

exhibition of sculptures by the world famous Mexican Master, Sebastian.IMAS is located at 1900 Nolana Ave.

McAllen Art Walkis a self-guided tour that gives art lovers theopportunity to explore the many art offerings in the city. Its held

every first Friday from September through May and is free and opento the public.

Chamber of Commerce Support

CHAMBER BACKS THE ARTS

The McAllen Chamber of Commerceshows its love for the arts by

managing the McAllen Arts Council, which produces an annual finearts exhibition and offers grants to local artists. The Chamber also offers

a free outdoor music concert series and coordinates the Public Art

Committees acquisition program.

Heres Your To-Do ListTAKE IN THE BEST OF MCALLENS ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT SCENE

The City of Palms has grown into a cultural haven for the Rio Grande Valley. With a wealth ofhistoric landmarks, a growing number of live music options, and numerous opportunities toexperience the visual arts, McAllen locals and visitors have never had more ways to experienceits amazing American culture.

THINGS TO DO:ARTS & CULTURE

A Smithsonian Affiliate, the International Museum of Art and Sciencecovers more than 50,000 square feet.

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Historic Sites

STEP BACK IN TIME

The McAllen Heritage Center,

located on South Main Street in ahistoric former post office building

now known as La Placita, openedin 2008. The center showcases

exhibits about the citys colorfulhistory, hosts storytelling and

childrens events, and recentlyopened a gift shop. Admission

to the center is free.Another favorite is Quinta

Mazatlan, a 1930s hacienda thatembodies the Spanish Colonial

Revival architecture of arches,adobe and beams, and provides

an intimate look into South Texashistory. The 10,000-square-foot

mansion sits on a 15-acre plothosting a mix of native and exotic

plants and wildlife, making upMcAllens wing of the popular

World Birding Center.

Live Entertainment

ENJOY A PERFORMANCE

The 17th Street Entertainment

Districtin downtown McAllenoverflows with lounges, restaurants

and clubs. For live music, visit TheOld Ice Houseor Cine El Rey, which

opened in 1947 and today functionsas a music and performance venue,

plus showcases Spanish and Englishindependent films.

The citys diverse culture

influences much of the musicperformed by theValley SymphonyOrchestra & Chorale. The Symphonywas established in 1952 with the

Chorale joining later, in 1984.

Similarly, the South Texas LyricOperabrings the fine art of operato the Rio Grande Valley with a

yearly slate of productions and anannual opera gala, and Rio Grande

Valley Broadwaybrings popularstage shows to town, such as

Disneys Beauty and the Beastand Monty Pythons Spamalot.

Do-It-Yourself Pottery

CREATE YOUR OWN MASTERPIECE

McAllen, like the rest of Texas, is full of folks who arent afraid to gettheir hands dirty when its time to work. Some of them even get their

hands dirty when it s time to play. If thats you, visit Artsy Pots, a DIYpottery store. And dont forget to bring your kids! Artsy Pots also has

camps and classes for aspiring potters of all ages.

Learn About the Rio Grande Valleys CultureThe Museum of South Texas Historytells the regions storythrough a collection of exhibits that feature fossils, Spanish colonial

treasure, ancient tools and other artifacts from the area.

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Hit the TrailsHikers and bikers enjoy plenty of trails onthe east and west sides of town, including

the Retama Village Park Trail, WestsidePark Trailand Las Palmas Park Trail. Visitingcyclists are welcome to meet up with Team

McAllen Cycling, a bike club thats beenactive in the city for more than 25 years.

City Parks

SPEND TIME ENJOYINGTHE GREAT OUTDOORS

McAllen Parks & Recreationcurrently oversees 52 city parks,

including Archer Park, whichopened in 1912. Springfest Park is

the citys largest park, and a newSpray Ground Parkhas opened at

29th and Zinnia. Town Lake atFiremens Parkprovides a fishingexperience in the middle of town.

The lake is stocked with catfish,perch and trout, and people can

canoe or kayak across its 4 acres.
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Visit McAllens Bird SanctuaryThe Quinta Mazatlanmansion in McAllen, built in the1930s, is now an urban sanctuary that includes dozens

of species of birds, as well as butterflies, plants andgardens. The facility offer guided tours, educational

programs for kids and adults, and hosts special events.

THINGS TO DO:SEE THE CITY

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LIVINGSchools, health care and

neighborhoods in McAllen

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Award-Winning Public LibraryThe 123,000-square-foot McAllen Public Library,also known as the New Main Library, is the largest

single-floor library in the U.S. The library won firstplace in the International Interior Design Associations

2012 Library Interior Design Competition.

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LIVING

Adecade after becoming the first South Texas schooldistrict to produce International Baccalaureate DiplomaProgramme graduates, McAllen Independent School

District aims to bring the programs to all of its schools by 2014.

MCALLEN ISD INCREASES INTERNATIONALBACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS IN AREA SCHOOLSLearning

Global

An IB Diploma Programme student at

Lamar Academygives a presentation.

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The academically rigorous InternationalBaccalaureate programs encourage students to takea globally informed view in all of their studies, adoptinternational perspectives, appreciate cultural diversity,and develop original and critical-thinking skills alongwith a passion for lifelong learning.

IB graduates can also earn college credit, with

public universities in Texas granting at least 24credit hours for a student with an IB Diploma.

McAllen ISD, with funding and support from theMcAllen Chamber of Commerce and the McAllenEconomic Development Corporation, chose IB afterconsidering several different programs to givestudents an advanced, competitive edge.

Since the McAllen ISD opened the IB DiplomaProgramme for 11th and 12th grade students at LamarAcademy in 2001, it has become an IB district, withmany of its elementary school campuses adopting thePrimary Years Programme and five of seven middle

schools adopting the Middle Years Programme.Today, the programs 99.4 percent diploma successrate makes it one of the premier programs in the world.

Students at Francisca Alvarez Elementaryin the International Baccalaureate PrimaryYears Programme do research on their iPads.



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INDEPENDENTSCHOOL DISTRICT

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Lamar Academy IB CoordinatorMarissa Sarabando says its a modelcatching on throughout the region,as well.

Along with growth in ourdistrict, at least three other IBprograms have been developedin neighboring communities andschool districts, Sarabando says.

The merits of an IB educationare evident in the Rio GrandeValley region.

BACK TO SCHOOL

Lamar Academy 11th grade IBhistory teacher Samuel Friedmansays the programs standardsare tough, and he should know.Friedman graduated from theprogram in 2005 and returnedto his alma mater in fall 2013 to

teach. He credits the programsrigor as the best part of takingIB classes.

International Baccalaureate students in a theaterclass at Lamar Academylearn to use make-up tocreate special effects.

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Its very nice to teach at a

school where, by and large,

kids want to be there.SAMUEL FRIEDMAN,

LAMAR ACADEMY 11TH GRADE IB

HISTORY TEACHER

Friedman says IB studentsbring an eagerness to dig deeperinto subjects, allowing him to focuson teaching the useful side ofhistory. Knowing his studentswill do the background readingand other work he assigns givesthem more time in the classroomto explore and analyze events farbeyond traditional instruction.

I always knew it would bethe kind of place Id like to work,Friedman says. Its very nice toteach at a school where, by andlarge, kids want to be there.

Appreciation for the programextends to many of Friedmanspeers. A series of McAllen ISDIB graduates participated in avideo now on the districts website.In it, they thank the district for

providing the program and creditit for their success at collegesincluding the University of Texas,Carnegie Mellon University andHarvard University.

by Kristi Stephens Walkerby staff photographer

Wendy Jo OBarr

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TheacademicallyrigorousInternationalBaccalaureateprogramsencouragestudentsto ta a globallyi nformedviewinalloftheirstudies,ado tinternationalperspectives,appreciate culturaldivr ity,and developoriginal andcritical-thinkingskillsal n with apassion forlifelonglearning.IB graduates canalso earncollege credit, withpublicuniversitiesin Texas grantingatleast24credithoursfor a studentwithan IBDiploma.

McAllen ISD,withfundingandsupportfromth McAllenChamberofCommerce andtheMcAll nEconomicDevelopmentCorporation, chose IB aftrconsideringseveraldifferentprogramsto givestudentsanadvanced, competitivee dge.

Sincethe McAllenISD openedthe IB Diplom Programmefor1 1thand12thgrade studentsatLa rAcademyin2001, ithasbecome an IB district, withmanyofitselementaryschoolcampusesadoptin th PrimaryYearsProgramme and fiveo fsevenmid l schoolsadoptingtheM iddleYears Programme.

Today,the programs9 9.4 percentdiploma succ ratem akes itoneo fthepremierprograms inthe rl .

AdecadeafterbecomingthefirstSouthTexasschool

districtto produce International Baccalaureate Diploma

Programmegraduates, McAllenIndependentSchool

Districtaims to bringthe programs to all ofits schools by2014.

MCALLENISDINCREASESINTERNATIONAL

BACCALAUREATEPROGRAMSINAREASCHOOLS

Learning

Global

AnIB DiplomaProgrammestudentatLamarAcademygivesapresentation.

StudentsatFranciscaAlvarezElementaryintheInternationalBaccalaureatePrimaryYears ProgrammedoresearchontheiriPads.

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Campus of OpportunitySouth Texas Collegeoffers more than 100associate degree and certificate programs.

South Texas College

is a very good college

to attend for the fact

that the classes are

not too big, so thereis more one-on-one

between teachers and

students. The tuition is

inexpensive compared

to other universities.

Last, the professors are

very helpful; they want

you to succeed.GERARDO FROM EDINBURG, TX

ON SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE,TAKEN FROM CAPPEX.COM

All three comprehensive high schoolslisted in NewsweeksAmericas BestHigh Schools, proven most effective in turning out college-ready graduates!

Our graduates earned more than 17,000 college credit hours while in high school,saving families about $15.6 million in tuition!

Our graduates earned about $23 million in scholarships!

Many earn associate degrees up to 70 college hours!

Many begin college ranked as sophomores or juniors!

District produces state champions students and adults.

District part of National League of Innovative Schools and Texas HighPerforming Schools Consortium.

Home of Texas award-winning district Texas Outstanding School Boardof the Year highest award!

Superintendent named Top 5 State Finalist, TASA Superintendent of the Year!

District ranked national Best Communities for Music Education! Home of 19 regional or state Teacher of the Year awards in 23 years!

District awarded Texas Comptroller Gold Leadership Circle Award.

District earned Standard & Poors highest rating of AAA to refunding bonds.

District awarded 18th Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award.

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MCALLEN MEDICAL CENTER

McAllen Medical Centeris the Upper Valleys lead trauma center,with a focus on neurological and orthopedic care, evidenced by the

hospitals certifications as a Primary Stroke Center and a Bone andJoint Center of Excellence.

The 441-bed hospital is also home to the Valleys only transplantcenter, a new pediatric unit, a dedicated oncology unit and a family-

focused birthing center with an advanced Newborn Intensive CareUnit just steps away. Physicians and staff are among the best in the

country. A respected health-care institution for more than 70 years,McAllen Medical Center is recognized as having established benchmarks for success.

McAllen Medical Centers parent company, Universal Health Services, Inc., is one of the nations largesthealth-care management companies. More than 600 physicians representing over 50 specialties are membersof the medical staff. The Advanced Level III Trauma Center, South Texas Transplant Center, Certified Bone and

Joint Center for Orthopedic Care, Accredited Chest Pain Center, Certified Primary Stroke Center and the LevelIII Neonatal Intensive Care Unit are among the services offered.

Big on Health CareFOUR QUALITY HOSPITALS SERVE VALLEY RESIDENTS

LIVING:HEALTH

MCALLEN HEART HOSPITAL

McAllen Heart Hospitalis the first freestanding cardiology and

cardiovascular hospital built in the United States. Dedicated to patients

heart-related medical needs, McAllen Heart Hospital specializes indiagnosis and treatment, emergency heart care, heart catheterization,

heart surgery and education. The hospital also offers a results-driven

Weight Loss Surgery Program.

The 60-bed hospital has cardiac catheterization labs and open-heart

operating suites. Since its founding, it has been the market-share leader

for cardiovascular care in the South Texas region. Cardiac medicine is

one of the cornerstone service lines for South Texas. The hospital is nationally recognized as a leader in

excellence, technology, quality, and service capabilities. McAllen Heart Hospital offers the only Accredited

Chest Pain Center with Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI) in the Upper Rio Grande Valley area,

and is a Certified Primary Stroke Center. The hospital also offers a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.

The Emergency Center is a Designated Level IV Trauma Center.

McAllens four main health-care centers, plus the McAllen Veterans Administration

Outpatient Clinic, help residents achieve and maintain healthy bodies and minds.

DOCTORS HOSPITAL AT RENAISSANCE

Since it opened in 1997, Doctors Hospital at Renaissancehas beencommitted to setting a standard of excellence in patient care. Founded

by eight physicians, whose focus was on patient care and patients whowanted decisions to be made locally by doctors, the hospital is a 506-bed

acute care facility providing a full range of services with 50 specialtiesand sub-specialties. It has been ranked among the nations 100 Top

Hospitals by Thomson Reuters, and as one of the top 100 hospitals forcardiovascular care.

Doctors Hospital at Renaissance has 3,400 employees andover 568 physicians on its medical staff, representing more than

50 specialties. The hospital continues its long tradition of focusingon state-of-the-art equipment and care delivery.



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THIS SECTION IS SPONSORED BY

COMMUNITY PROFILE COST OF LIVING$42,408Median Household Income

$124,891Median Home Price

$652Median Rent for aTwo-Bedroom Apartment

TRANSPORTATION

Median Travel Time to Work

AGE

TEMPERATURE

January Average Low July Average High

ETHNICITY

19 and Under

20-5455 and Over

White

Black

Hispanic

Other

16.61minutes

Closest Airport:McAllen-MillerInternational Airport

January Low National Low July High National High

96

4031

76

47%

20%

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LIVING:SEE THE CITY

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Browse through more photos that showcaseMcAllens diverse cultural attractions atlivability.com/mcallen/tx/photos-video.

Admire World-Class ArtMcAllens International Museum of Art and Sciencefeatures revolving art and science exhibits, as well as

permanent collections, including these stained glasswindows. The pieces on display are part of the SacredVisions: Stained Glass Windows from the Louis Comfort

Tiffany Studios exhibit. Dr. Lawrence and Esperanza

Gelman permanently loaned the works to IMAS.

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BUSINESSInfo on McAllens top employers,

jobs and success stories

See more images of the McAllen communityat livability.com/mcallen/tx/photos-video.

Red Hot RetailThe 1.2 million-square-footLa Plaza Mallis a majorshopping and dining destination with retailers suchas Dillards, Abercrombie & Fitch, Express and Macys,

and a newly remodeled and expanded food court withrestaurants such as Villa Pizza, Green Leaves, Beyond

Great and Little Tokyo. The malls sister shoppingcenter, Palms Crossing, is less than a mile away.

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Business Advantages

ITS SMART TO INVEST IN MCALLEN

Its easy to see why McAllen is so attractive to businesses and industry.

Its the first non-seaport foreign trade zone in the U.S. and has threeinternational bridges and two major interstates, plus accessibility to

seaports along the Gulf of Mexico. McAllen also is the U.S.s top shoppingdestination for Mexico. Many companies from entrepreneur-owned toFortune 500 are already here.

Retail

MCALLEN IS A MAJORSHOPPING DESTINATION

As the retail hub of South Texas,McAllen booms with a customer

base of more than 10 millionpeople within a 200-mile radius,and representation by at least

40 of Americas top 100 retailers.

Pumping much of the life intothis retail hotspot, La Plaza Mallannually attracts more than

18 million shoppers. Anchorstores such as Dillards and Macys,

and other sought-after retailers,including BCBG-Max Azria and

Coach, average sales of morethan $650 per square foot, making

them among the companies mostprofitable store locations.

Other shopping centers in the

area include Trenton Crossing,Las Tiendas Plazaand La PlazaMalls 600000-square-foot sister

shopping center Palms Crossing,which has about 40 stores.

Downtown McAllenis also idealfor shopping, especially given its

number of specialty shops featuringone-of-a-kind items.

Manufacturing

AREA COMPANIES CREATE QUALITY PRODUCTS

Ranked third in Texas in per-capita sales, this progressive citybustling with business opportunities is also home to some of the

largest manufacturing and wholesale companies in the nation.

Valley Coca Cola Bottling Co., GE Engines Servicesand WoodCraftersare just a few to have set up shop in McAllen. Nearby, Tri-City

Steelprovides a full scope of steel construction by fabricating and

erecting structural steel buildings, pre-engineered metal buildings,stairs, handrails and more. Founded in 1968, Texas Citrus Exchange,

located 6 miles from McAllen, is the exclusive manufacturer of Texas

Rio Red grapefruit juice.

The Best of TimesBUSINESS LIFE IN MCALLEN SHOWS NO SIGN OF SLOWING DOWN

McAllen continues to prove its prowess as a healthy place for business and a desirable location

for leading retail and manufacturing industries.

BUSINESS:OVERVIEW

Convenient Air TravelA key McAllen transportation advantageis McAllen-Miller International Airport,particularly its nonstop service between

McAllen and Mexico City via Aeromar.Introduced in March 2013, the service

has already grown.

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Magnificent Meeting SpacesThe 18.5-acre McAllen Convention Centercomplex drawsbusinesses and travelers to the area, with its 60,000-square-foot,column-free exhibit hall, more than 25,000 square feet of meeting

space and up to 16 breakout rooms. Since opening in 2007, theConvention Center has had an economic benefit of more than

$40 million for McAllen businesses.

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NIU URBAN LIVING

NIU Urban Living providesresidential and commercial

design services to the McAllen

area. NIU offers interior and

exterior design, window

treatments and textiles,

and solutions for sleep.

www.liveniu.com

SHAH EYE CENTER

Shah Eye Center delivers eye

care to the Rio Grande Valley

with services that include LASIK

surgery, cataract surgery, retinadistress, diabetes eye care and

glaucoma eye care. The facility

is served by three medical

doctors, a doctor of optometry

and a team of technicians.

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OH KAYS

Oh Kays offers fine gifts such

as glassware and home dcor

items, suitable for most special

occasions. The store carriespopular brands like MacKenzie-

Childs and Mary Rose Young,

and also has bridal gifts.

www.ohkaysmcallen.com

CARATS JEWELRY

Carats Jewelry is a fine jewelry

retailer that also sells home

dcor items and gifts from all

over the world. Jewelry pieces

available at Carats include those

by well-known designers suchas Roberto Coin, Missoni and

Mikimoto, among others.

www.caratsfj.com

PERFECT PAWSPET SALON & RESORT

Perfect Paws Pet Salon & Resort

provides pet grooming services

to McAllen. Perfect Paws also

offers boarding, day care and

dog training. The staff has

more than 64 years of

combined experience.

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Family TiesOriginally opened on South Main Street in 1926, TheMan Shopis now located across from La Plaza Mall.The family-owned shop sells suits, dress pants, shirts,ties and accessories, and also offers custom alterations.


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MCALLEN OFFERS AN IDEAL LOCATION WITHSPECIAL PROGRAMS, LIVABILITY AND MORE

OPPORTUNITIES

McAllen is a better quality-of-life city, says Neil

Westerman, third-generation owner of The Man Shopand Man Shop Shoes. We have a healthy manufacturingbusiness here, and that helps the economy. We also havea lot of Winter Texans, snowbirds who come down fromthe north each winter.

RANKING HIGH

McAllens rich climate for small business is partlyborne out in a 2012 survey by The Business Journals.McAllen-Edinburg ranked fifth in the publications listof cities in the South with the healthiest small-businessclimates. The metropolitan area received top 5 rankingsin four out of six categories, including top rankings forone-year growth in concentration and one-year growthin small businesses.

Small business is big-time in McAllen.Studies prove it in rankings andnumbers, and small business owners

themselves testify to it through bottom linesand longevity. For many reasons, McAllenoffers the ideal location for smaller companiesand entrepreneurs.

Small Businesses,

BIG


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Findings such as these dontsurprise the staff at the McAllenChamber of Commerce, which usesseveral programs to help smallbusinesses thrive and offersassistance to startups.

The majority of our members

are small businesses, at least 75-80percent, says Blanca Cardenas,the Chambers Vice President ofMembership Services. We wantevery business to succeed, and weare here to help our members makemoney. Small businesses are whatkeep our economy thriving.

One program the chamber hasimplemented is Innovation Grants,awarded each year to businessesthat create new and innovative ideas.

Were always striving fornew innovations, Cardenas says,and weve had some real success

stories out of that.The Chamber also has small

business grants and a programknown as the I & E Network, designedto help Chamber-member inventorsand entrepreneurs exchange ideaswith other members.

Its great because youreconnecting with the right people,Cardenas says.

Other Chamber programs andinnovations include the Idea Lab,where members and nonmemberscan exchange business ideas;mobile apps for displaying couponsfor area retailers and restaurants;a scanning game allowingmembers to share virtual businesscards through QR codes; and

Business Power Network, a sortof speed-dating activity thatallows members to network.

We want everybusiness to succeed,and we are here tohelp our members

make money. Smallbusinesses are whatkeep our economythriving.

BLANCA CARDENAS,VICE PRESIDENT OF

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES

FOR THE MCALLEN

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Quality Clothing, Custom TouchesThe Man Shophas helped McAllen men look and feel their best for morethan 85 years by offering top brands, such as Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein

and Michael Kors, and tailoring each garment to fit perfectly.

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HOUSEHOLD INCOME

TOP EMPLOYERS

$200,000+

$100,000-199,999

$99,999 and Under

McAllen Independent SchoolDistrict, Edinburg ConsolidatedIndependent School District

University of Texas Pan

American, McAllen Medical CenterThe City of McAllen, Rio

Grande Regional Hospital, SouthTexas College

EDUCATION LEVEL

High School Graduate

Associate Degree

Bachelors Degree

Masters Degree

TAXES

2%City Sales and Use Tax

0%County Sales Tax

6.25%State Sales Tax

8.25%Total Sales Tax

SCORECARD

$3.6BAnnual Retail Sales

$358MAnnual Hoteland Food Sales

15,161Total Number of Firms

TRANSPORTATION

3,000+

2,999-

2,000

1,999-

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54%

17%

8%

21%

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Ad Index

36CASTLE HOSPITALITY

39 CITY OF MCALLEN PUBLIC

INFO OFFICE

28 DOCTORS HOSPITAL

AT RENAISSANCE

44DUNAMI STUDIO

30 FAMILY PHYSICIANS CLINIC

44 INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM

OF ART & SCIENCE

44 MCALLEN COUNTRY CLUB

46 MCALLEN ECONOMIC

DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

47 MCALLEN HERITAGE CENTER

27 MCALLEN INDEPENDENT

SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 MCALLEN

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

31OH KAYS!

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Editor|Lisa Battles

Contributing Writers|Marc Acton, Carol Cowan,Kevin Litwin, John McBryde, Braxton Shoop,Kristi Stephens Walker

Content Coordinator|Jessica Walker BoehmStaff Writer|Kevin Litwin

Proofreading Manager|Raven PettyContent Operations|Kate Swanson,Lauren Zimmerman

Lead Designer|Jake Shores

Senior Graphic Designers|Stacey Allis,Laura Gallagher, Kris Sexton, Vikki Williams

Graphic Designers|Jackie Ciulla, Lindsey Higgins,Kacey Passmore, Matt West

Creative Technology Analyst|Becca Ary

Lead Photographer|Wendy Jo OBarr

Senior Photographers|Jeff Adkins, Brian McCord

Staff Photographers|Michael Conti, Wendy Jo OBarr,Frank Ordoez, Michael Tedesco

Color Imaging Technician| Alison Hunter

Integrated Media Manager|Seth Israelsen

Advertising Production/

Sales Manager|Katie MiddendorfSales Support Coordinator|Christina Morgan

Ad Traffic Assistants|Krystin Lemmon, Patricia Moisan

Web Project Manager|David DayDigital Project Manager|Jill Ridenour

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President/Publisher|Bob Schwartzman

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Senior V.P./Sales|Todd Potter, Jarek SwekoskySenior V.P./Client Development|Jeff Heefner

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IT Director|Daniel CantrellDatabase Director |Debbie Woksa

Executive Secretary|Kristy Giles

Human Resources Manager|Peggy Blake

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