The beginnings
Community Focused
In 2019, the City Council of the City of Socorro approved the formation of the City of Socorro Community Initiative (CSCI) with the goal of cultivating a flourishing community by preserving and promoting our local history and places, supporting and advancing our cultural heritage, and fostering health and wellness in Socorro, Texas.
As an affiliate to the City of Socorro, the CSCI assists in carrying out the City’s mission to improve the Socorro community.
The CSCI’s work as an organization exists within the confluence of history, art, culture, health and wellness. Our projects and programs reflect the merger of history, art and culture as a way to connect communities while promoting active living in Socorro, Texas.
About City Of Socorro Community Initiative
Our mission
Supporting a vibrant community
We believe in preserving and supporting our local history, culture and heritage, investing in community development, and promoting health and wellness in Socorro, Texas.
Our priorities
Mission Areas
local history
Preserving our history, heritage and culture, and promoting a supportive environment for new artists and artisans.
Arts & Culture
Creating a rich and supportive environment for the visual arts and cultural arts and for new artists and artisans.
Health & Wellness
Creating opportunities and inclusive environments for increased mobility and active living in Socorro, Texas.
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Behind the scenes
Our Board
Claudia M. Garcia
Board Chair
Biography
I have lived in Socorro since 1992 and have been watching the city grow and change through the years. I have been a schoolteacher in the community, have coached little league baseball here, and lead a troop of girl scouts in the community for over 10 years. My passion is public health, and currently own and operate Day Activity and Health Services long term health care facilities for elderly and adults with disabilities with my family, with one of our facilities here in Socorro. My goal through this initiative is to help bring more public health programs along with our other areas of focus to our Socorro community.
Emil Chaparro
VICE-CHAIR
Biography
As a long-time resident whose family has lived in Socorro for generations, I am grateful for the opportunity to serve my community through the CSCI. My passion for our history and culture has driven me to seek ways to empower our community to preserve its story by honoring the past. As a teacher with a background in archaeology and art history, I strive to make connections to the past through the cultural and architectural remains that inform and delight us in the present.
Marty Loya
Director
Biography
Marty Loya is a long standing member of the Socorro community, a member of our Historic Landmark Commission, a local business owner, farmer, and an avid advocate for the preservation of our local history. Marty Loya’s family farm, Growing with Sara Farm in Socorro, Texas has been in continuous agricultural operation and a part of this community for over 100 years.
Jesus Enriquez, CPA
DIRECTOR
Biography
I am a Certified Public Accountant and I have been working in public accounting in Texas, New Mexico and D.C., since 2015.I have worked closely with non-profit organizations of all sizes and I’ve seen how investment of resources to organizations like CSCI can make an impactful positive difference in the community. I also like learning about Borderland history. When I learned about what happened at Rio Vista, I felt the importance of preserving our history and teaching that history to our community.
William Correa, P.E.
Director
Biography
William Correa is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Paragon Project Resources, Inc. (PARAGON), a Texas corporation established in 1989. Mr. Correa is a licensed Professional Engineer and a leader in a number of professional and civic organizations. He is a graduate of the School of Engineering from the University of Texas at El Paso and the School of Entrepreneurial Business at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. His professional experience spans over thirty years and encompasses positions of responsible charge with firms in general construction, consulting engineering, and commercial development.
Adriana Rodarte, MBA
president
Biography
Adriana Rodarte is a native resident of the City of Socorro. She has two adult children who were born and raised in Socorro and like their proud mother, also graduated from Socorro High School. On her off-time, Ms. Rodarte enjoys staying close to home and can often be seen attending community events. Ms. Rodarte’s experience as the City Manager for the City of Socorro since 2016, as well as her connections to the Socorro community, have made her an ideal ambassador and advocate for positive change and the continued development of our community. Ms. Rodarte holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. She graduated from Socorro High School in 1995 and will forever be a proud Bulldog.
Charles Casiano, CPA
Treasurer
Biography
Charles Casiano is a Certified Public Accountant who also serves as the City of Socorro’s Finance Director. Mr. Casiano enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for music and bringing a smile to everyone’s face. Mr. Casiano is passionate about music, balanced budgets, and civil service.
Alejandra Valadez
Secretary / vice-president
Biography
Although I did not grow up in Socorro, I have come to live in, and love, this wonderful community through the journey of life. I am honored to take roots in and serve the Socorro community through my involvement in the CSCI. As a proud fronteriza, I take my inspiration from the hard-working builders, artists, artisans, and entrepreneurs who, by their own hands, have molded a future from the very land and nature around them. My hobbies include writing, music, dance, gardening, and chemistry, and my passion is creating safe spaces and opportunities for individuals to live fulfilling lives.
Executive Leadership
Stephanie Schilling
Executive Director
Biography
Stephanie Schilling is a graduate of the University of Arizona and joined the non-profit sector in 2018. Stephanie specializes in convening partners and fostering the growth of people and systems. Stephanie enjoys spending time with her husband and three daughters, Nascar, and concerts in her free time.
Board Meetings, Annual Reports, Strategic Plans
Transparency
Board Meetings
09.08.2021 Board Meeting Minutes
09.29.2021 Board Meeting Minutes
10.12.2021 Board Meeting Minutes
10.27.2021 Board Meeting Minutes
12.08.2021 Board Meeting Minutes
12.29.2021 Board Meeting Minutes
01.26.2022 Board Meeting Minutes
03.09.2022 Board Meeting Minutes
03.30.2022 Board Meeting Minutes
04.27.2022 Board Meeting Minutes
05.25.2022 Board Meeting Minutes
06.29.2022 Board Meeting Minutes
08.03.2022 Board Meeting Minutes
Annual Reports
Strategic Plans
contact us
ADDRESS
124 Horizon Blvd.
Socorro, Texas 79927
INFO NUMBER
(915) 858-2915 Ext. 5015