Judge Ramsey English Cantu Challenges Morales on Court Meeting Attendance and Fire EMS Claims
Maverick County Judge Ramsey English Cantu is pushing back against allegations made by his opponent, Jerry Morales, regarding the Puerto Verde development and claims that the county owes money to the City of Eagle Pass for Fire and EMS services.
During a recent interview, Judge English Cantu stated that Morales missed more than 20 Commissioners Court meetings in the last year, including meetings directly related to Puerto Verde. He emphasized that the project was already in development discussions prior to his time as County Judge and that his role upon taking office was to continue working with developers as part of the county’s responsibility.
The judge went further, stating that Morales was absent from the meeting where the Puerto Verde resolution was voted on.
“If he really cared about the issue, he would have shown up,” Judge Cantu said, arguing that consistent attendance is essential when addressing major development matters affecting the county.
Judge Cantu framed the criticism around participation and accountability, suggesting that campaigning on an issue after missing key meetings undermines claims of concern.
Fire and EMS Agreement Dispute
The judge also addressed statements circulating about the county allegedly owing money to the City of Eagle Pass under the Fire and EMS agreement.
Judge Cantu firmly rejected those claims.
He stated that Maverick County is current on its monthly obligations under the Fire and EMS agreement and that no outstanding debt exists. According to the judge, documentation verifying those payments is available through the county auditor.
He directly accused Morales of lying about the issue.
“The county owes nothing,” he said, adding that financial records can confirm compliance with the agreement.
The judge stated that independent auditors review county finances annually and that no findings support the claim of unpaid obligations to the city.
Allegations About Credibility
In addition to disputing policy and financial claims, Judge Cantu questioned Morales’ credibility.
During the interview, he alleged that Morales had previously stolen from his own family, using that statement to argue that voters should closely examine character and trust when casting their ballots.
The allegation was presented as part of the judge’s broader argument that misinformation is being used as a campaign tactic.
Morales has not publicly responded to those specific accusations as of publication.
Election Framed as Choice Between Facts and Falsehoods
Judge Cantu characterized the election as a choice between documented financial records and what he described as repeated false claims.
He reiterated that the county is current on its Fire and EMS payments and that the Puerto Verde process included multiple meetings in which Morales did not participate.
The dispute now becomes part of the larger debate shaping the upcoming election, where voters will ultimately decide which version of events they find credible.
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