Passing the Torch: Honoring Legacy and Welcoming New Leadership in Waco

WACO, Texas — At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, Council Member Alice Rodriguez concluded more than 26 years of service as she passed leadership of District 2 to Isabel Lozano.

Rodriguez’s final meeting featured a mariachi performance and a reception in her honor, highlighting her decades of dedication to South Waco. Mayor Jim Holmes also announced the development of a new public space — Alice Martinez Rodriguez Park — to be built at the former Floyd Casey Stadium site in recognition of her lasting impact on the community.

Rodriguez’s legacy includes championing key initiatives such as the Cotton Palace ballfields, the Floyd Casey housing development and various Hispanic heritage programs.

The City of Waco extends its sincere gratitude to Rodriguez for her years of service, leadership and commitment to District 2.

This week’s meeting also marked the swearing-in of three council members: returning members Darius Ewing (District 4) and George Chase (District 5), as well as newcomer Isabel Lozano (District 2). All will serve two-year terms.

Additionally, Council Member Andrea Barefield (District 1) was named mayor pro tem by a vote of the council. The mayor pro tem assumes mayoral duties in the absence of Mayor Holmes.

The city looks forward to continued progress under the leadership of its newly seated council.

Leave a Comment