Jesus “Jesse” Moreno, a 25‑year‑old native of El Paso, has officially entered the race for City Council District 6. Moreno’s campaign centers on his direct experience inside City Hall, a working‑class background, and a commitment to fiscal responsibility that he says will benefit families and local businesses.
Hands‑on City Council experience
Moreno spent several years as a staffer for city representatives, reviewing the municipal budget line by line and handling constituent casework. He says this inside‑the‑building work gave him a clear view of the city’s financial pressures, departmental capabilities, and the bureaucratic bottlenecks that often slow progress. “I’m not coming in with a learning curve,” he told voters, “I’ve already been doing the work and I understand the community’s concerns.”
Working‑class education and civic involvement
A graduate of Bowie High School, Moreno pursued an economics degree at the University of Texas at El Paso while holding multiple jobs to support his family. He describes his upbringing as a “working‑class mentality” that informs his data‑driven approach to governance. Outside government, he serves as President‑Elect of the Zaragoza Rotary Club and has previously sat on the State Democratic Executive Committee, adding a record of neighborhood organizing and civic engagement.
Opposition to the data‑center deal
Moreno is sharply critical of the city’s current data‑center agreement, calling it a costly development that threatens public health, water and power resources, and the environment. He argues that the deal lacks transparency and that Meta, the company behind the project, cannot be trusted to self‑regulate. “We must protect our families and hold these companies accountable,” he said, pledging to demand full disclosure and community‑first safeguards before any future data‑center arrangements move forward.
Property‑tax relief plan
Rather than raising taxes, Moreno proposes a disciplined review of city spending. He would cut reliance on outside legal counsel and external contracts, conduct structural audits of city departments, and communicate findings directly to residents. To demonstrate shared sacrifice, he supports freezing salary and wage increases for city leadership for two fiscal years while the budget is brought under control.
Deck Plaza project stance
While supporting the concept of a downtown Deck Plaza that reconnects neighborhoods divided by the interstate, Moreno insists the project should be funded through private partnerships, state and federal transportation dollars—not by El Paso taxpayers. He warns that the average District 6 resident already faces long commutes and should not bear additional personal‑income taxes for a downtown amenity.
Commitment to transparency and accessibility
Moreno promises a hands‑on, door‑to‑door approach to representation. He will continue block‑walking the district, conduct district‑wide surveys, visit small businesses, attend PTA meetings, and help form new neighborhood associations where none exist. Residents can reach him directly at 915‑247‑2426, and he plans to hold virtual town halls for those unable to attend in person.
Why he believes he is the best choice
Moreno argues that voters are tired of “mature” leadership that has led to stagnant services and rising costs. With his inside knowledge of the budget, departmental operations, and community needs, he says he can deliver efficient capital‑improvement timelines, lower utility costs, and responsive governance without the learning curve new council members typically face.
For more information or to get involved, voters can visit Moreno’s campaign website or call his office line.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
