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Councilmember David D. Salazar, Jr. was elected to office in 2023. Born in McAllen, Texas, Salazar attended the University of Texas – San Antonio and returned to the Rio Grande Valley in 2004. Salazar established himself as a professional loan officer and executive in the mortgage and insurance industries. Salazar started his own small business and insurance firm, Silverhorn Insurance Agency, LLC, in Edinburg in 2010. Salazar’s business has been serving the Edinburg community for thirteen years.

Salazar has a wealth of experience in finance and management, overseeing and analyzing agency
financial data, evaluating coverage and risks, and designing growth strategies to maximize opportunities for clients. As councilmember, Salazar will utilize this knowledge and expertise to provide responsible financial oversight and management of taxpayer dollars and the city’s finances while providing the highest-quality city services to Edinburg families.

Salazar is married to Lyra Vela-Salazar of Edinburg. Together they have three children: David Rene
Salazar III, Sierra Camille Salazar and Selah Eliana Salazar. The family is active with various organizations, including Starlite 4-H in Edinburg and supporting multiple athletic clubs and teams. Salazar is an active and contributing member of the Edinburg community and currently serves on the Airport Advisory Board for South Texas International Airport and on the Financial Board of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Edinburg.