The Brief
- Disputed accusations: Mireles alleges Moya took city property after losing by 132 votes; Moya says the items were personal belongings accumulated over her decade in office.
- Staff departures raise concerns: A 22-year city employee and others say they are leaving due to alleged harassment by Mireles, claims he has not publicly addressed.
- Transition amid tension: Mireles is set to be sworn in May 13, as Moya also rejects social media claims of voter fraud and calls for evidence-based criticism.
GALENA PARK, Texas – Days after narrowly losing reelection, longtime Galena Park Mayor Esmeralda Moya is pushing back against accusations from mayor-elect Oscar Mireles, who claims she removed city property and left City Hall in disarray—allegations she firmly denies as tensions rise ahead of the leadership transition.
Esmeralda Moya has been the mayor of Galena Park since 2014. Last Saturday, she lost to Oscar Mireles by 132 votes.
Galena Park current mayor, city secretary speak out
What we know:
On Wednesday, Mireles accused Moya of leaving the city with no one in charge and stealing city property. Accusations the long-time mayor denies. …