Iberty Trevino, with the BOSS team providing support for emerging entrepreneur, Mia Bujanda.

REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY

In commemoration of the August 3, 2019, mass shooting that claimed the lives of 23 friends, neighbors, and loved ones, the City of El Paso and the Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) are co-hosting a Remembrance Ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the August 3rd Memorial at Jim Crouch Park, 7500 W.H. Burges.

The public is invited to attend the ceremony that will include remarks from Mayor Renard Johnson, the Consulate General of Mexico in El Paso, and BNHR Executive Director Fernando Garcia.

As part of the ceremony, the names of the 23 victims will be read aloud, with a ceremonial bell tolling after each name and the release of doves after a moment of silence. In addition, BNHR will lead its annual Community Memorial Procession, featuring 23 monumental crosses representing each of the lives lost. This solemn march serves as a heartfelt tribute to the victims and a renewed call to action against violence and hatred. Community members will come together in solidarity to honor those we lost and reaffirm their commitment to justice and unity.

A full list of August 3 tribute events can be found on the August 3 section at www.EPStrong.org.

Introducing Our New Economic Development Liaison!

The Economic & International Development Department is proud to introduce Dio Treviño as its newest Economic Development Liaison. Dio holds a B.S. in neuroscience with a concentration in nutrition and grew up in El Paso, where he developed a deep passion for the region’s rich binational culture. He brings a hospitality-driven approach to his role, guided by experience working in the service industry and at Workforce Solutions Borderplex as a project assistant on a high-impact upskilling program for small businesses.

In his role as liaison, Dio helps local businesses connect with resources offered by Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs). Through tailored guidance and strong collaboration with community partners, he supports business resilience, fosters growth, and expands access to opportunity throughout the region.

When he's not supporting entrepreneurs, Dio enjoys playing the guitar—a creative outlet that reflects his upbeat and approachable personality. His contributions will be invaluable to our mission of fostering long‑term success for El Paso’s small business ecosystem. We’re delighted to have him on board!

Connect with him today to schedule a business site visit and learn how the Economic Development Liaison team can help support your business growth.

Scoop Some Joy at Gozo’s Ice Cream 

Discover Gozo’s Ice Cream, a homemade flavor haven in the heart of downtown El Paso where every scoop is crafted with purpose and passion. From timeless classics like vanilla and rich dulce de leche to bold, creative flavors like prickly pear, cold brew, and dark chocolate chipotle, each batch is handmade in-house by a team that puts joy into every cone. 

But Gozo’s is more than just a delicious stop, it’s a movement. The shop is proudly staffed by El Pasoans with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are building reallife skills, growing confidence, and earning fair wages while spreading smiles all day long. 

When you choose Gozo’s, you're doing more than satisfying your sweet tooth; you’re supporting inclusive employment, local empowerment, and a stronger El Paso community. 

Every scoop helps empower a team that’s truly redefining community, sweetly one cone at a time. 

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Get ready for a full week of innovation, connection, and growth from September 21 to 27. Entrepreneurs, innovators, business leaders, and creative thinkers from across the borderland region are invited to take part in a weeklong series of events designed to empower startups and small businesses.

The lineup will feature workshops, panel discussions, and networking sessions—all created to support founders at every stage of their journey. Together, we’ll celebrate local creativity while opening doors to new possibilities and spotlighting the regional strengths that make our community so resilient.

By showcasing homegrown startups and sharing actionable tools from trusted Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs), this series demonstrates how collaboration and shared knowledge can drive lasting success.

Supported by a growing network of ESOs and local government partners, this initiative reflects our shared goal: helping small businesses grow, scale, and thrive. Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to strengthen your existing business, this week will offer meaningful opportunities for innovators to learn, connect, and scale.

Unlock up to $30,000 for your water-saving business upgrades

Ready to make your business more water-efficient? We'll help pay for it.

Your business can qualify for substantial financial assistance through El Paso Water's WaterWise Business Rebate Program. We're offering to cover 50% of equipment and material costs, up to $30,000, to help commercial customers invest in long-term water-efficient equipment and process upgrades.

Our rebate program is specifically designed to:

Shorten payback timeframes on water-saving investments

• Reduce financial barriers to implementing efficient systems

• Make water conservation economically attractive for your business

The WaterWise Business Rebate Program adapts to your specific needs, whether you're considering:

• Water-efficient restroom fixtures

• Smart irrigation system upgrades

• Large-scale process water reclamation systems

• Custom retrofit projects tailored to your operations

Ready to Get Started?

To qualify for the WaterWise Business Rebate Program, your business must be in compliance with current City of El Paso water restrictions, water efficiency standards, plumbing codes and equipment requirements.

Don't wait! Funding is limited and applications with the most water savings will be given priority.

Applications must be submitted and approved before purchasing or installing equipment.

Contact El Paso Water to learn more about the WaterWise Business Rebate Program and start your application process. Our team is ready to help you identify water-saving opportunities that qualify for rebates.

Take a look at how the Magoffin Home State Historic Site used the rebate to help preserve history in the video above!

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