A new member is expected to be confirmed to the Bexar Central Appraisal District board, with Jonathan ‘Jon’ Melendez, a grassroots engagement director at Americans for Prosperity, being chosen for the role. Melendez was among 15 candidates who applied for the temporary appointment after board member Robert ‘Bob’ Bruce died in March.
Background and Selection
Melendez has an undergraduate degree and a Master of Business Administration from Texas A&M University, served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and worked as a civilian at the Department of Defense and for General Dynamics before starting his role with Americans for Prosperity in November of 2023. An ad-hoc committee chose Melendez as the top candidate to replace Bruce, citing his understanding of the appraisal district’s role in the taxing process and the importance of maintaining ideological diversity on the board.
Melendez stated, ‘I’m not here to grandstand or be an activist on the board. I’m here to make sure everyone is treated fairly.’ If confirmed, Melendez would serve through the most critical part of the appraisal district board’s work — approving a two-year reappraisal plan that must be confirmed this fall.
Original reporting: San Antonio Report — read the source article.
