Trinidad Aguirre, one of the San Angelo mayoral candidates, joins Rusty on High Level Real Estate to share his bold vision for the city’s future. From solving permit department issues to preparing for interstate expansion, improving business friendliness, revitalizing infrastructure, and addressing housing challenges—this episode covers it all.

—DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE—

• Why Trinidad Aguirre is running for mayor of San Angelo in 2025
• His vision for long-term growth and responsible city development
• Plans to leverage the I-14 and I-27 interstate expansions for economic impact
• The need for early planning to attract major retailers and commercial infrastructure
• Strategies for affordable housing and revitalizing underdeveloped areas
• Trinidad's critique of San Angelo’s current permit process and zoning challenges
• Barriers to business development in San Angelo and how to become more business-friendly
• Rebalancing the city’s tax base: shifting from a 70/30 residential-commercial split to 50/50
• Addressing population decline and creating economic incentives to retain ASU graduates
• Supporting the 2025 school bond and long-term investment in public education
• Concerns about the timing of the coliseum bond and prioritizing needs
• Ideas to revitalize tourism, downtown events, Lake Nasworthy, and public parks
• Strategies to support local commercial builders and keep economic activity in the city
• Plans to improve local air travel access between San Angelo, Midland, and Austin
• The impact of property tax increases and inflated home valuations on residents
• A call for better budgeting, transparency, and efficiency within city government
• Trinidad’s leadership approach focused on community-first decision-making

🏠 Learn how real estate and economic growth are deeply connected, what changes Trinidad wants to implement, and how YOU can help shape San Angelo's future. Whether you're a voter, business owner, or local investor—this conversation is a must-watch.

📅 Election Day: May 3rd
🗳 Learn more: VoteTrinidad.com

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—CHAPTERS—

[00:00:00] Intro  

[00:00:22] Meet Trinidad Aguirre: Mayoral Candidate  

[00:00:49] Trinidad's Vision for San Angelo's Growth  

[00:01:29] Impact on Real Estate and Infrastructure  

[00:04:18] Challenges with Business Friendliness  

[00:05:21] The State of the Permit Department in San Angelo  

[00:11:39] Economic Development and Taxation  

[00:16:55] Commercial Development and Opportunities  

[00:20:12] Trinidad Aguirre's Education and Community Support  

[00:22:43] How Trinidad Wants to Revitalize San Angelo  

[00:30:07] Future Plans and Entertainment in San Angelo  

[00:34:40] Tourism Opportunities in San Angelo  

[00:36:26] Improving Local Transportation  

[00:38:08] Trinidad on Economic Growth and Interstate Development  

[00:42:30] Addressing Housing Market Challenges  

[00:51:06] Property Taxes and Budgeting  

[00:56:20] School and Coliseum Bonds  

[01:01:38] Closing Remarks and Election Information  

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