Vision That Delivers for Webb County

A commitment to families, opportunity, and responsible growth across all of Webb County.

LEADERSHIP COMMITMENT RESULTS SUPPORTS LOCAL PROGRESS GROWTH WEBB COUNTY FAMILY

OUR FOCUS

Delivering Solutions for Webb County

Thoughtful leadership focused on the issues that impact families, infrastructure, and the county’s future.

Reliable Water for the Future

Ensuring a dependable secondary water source so Webb County families and businesses always have clean, secure water—today and for generations to come.

Children, Education, and Youth Development

Strengthening support for child development, education, and access to recreational sports so every child has the opportunity to grow, learn, and succeed.

Smart Infrastructure & Bridge Access

Improving roads and infrastructure to and around our international bridges to support commerce, reduce congestion, and sustain economic growth.

Keeping Talent Here at Home

Investing in quality-of-life initiatives that give young people real reasons to stay, build careers, and raise families right here in Webb County.

Countywide Economic Development

Encouraging responsible development across all areas of the county, using smart incentives where appropriate to attract jobs and expand opportunity.

Integrity, Transparency, and Trust

Improving how Webb County operates through honest leadership, clear communication, and decisions that put the public’s trust first.

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C.Y. Benavides III

Carlos Y. Benavides III, known to friends simply as “CY,” was born in Laredo, Texas, to Eva Linda Rash Mann and the Honorable, former Webb County Judge Carlos Y. Benavides Jr. Raised in a family rooted in public service, tradition, and community involvement, he received his early education at Mary Help of Christians School, United and Nixon High School. He later attended Sul Ross University, where he studied Wildlife and Range Management—an area that reflects his lifelong love of the outdoors. An avid hunter and fisherman, CY spends much of his free time enjoying nature with friends and family.

Progress Rooted in Integrity, Commitment, and Community.

Leadership Through Service

Community and Charitable Involvement

CY has devoted decades to service, volunteering with a wide range of charities, civic groups, and youth organizations. His involvement includes contributions to:

Rio Grande International Study Center
Women’s City Club
Teal We Crown a Cure Fundraiser
South Texas Food Bank’s Empty Bowls Fundraiser
Laredo International Fair and Exposition (LIFE)
Rotary Clubs of Laredo

LULAC Clubs of Laredo
Area Scouting programs
Future Farmers of America (FFA) and 4-H Clubs throughout Webb and surrounding counties
Laredo Organized Volunteers for the Elderly and Disadvantaged (LOVED)

He has also volunteered as a youth coach in basketball, flag football, and organized soccer, giving young athletes mentorship both on and off the field.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF LAREDO

Committed to Our Youth Beyond Politics

The charitable work closest to CY’s heart is his more than three-decade commitment to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Laredo. For over 31 years, he has served as a Board Member, Past President, and was awarded the prestigious National Medallion of Honor for his service to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. He was recently appointed Lifetime Director of BGCL.

In 1997, CY helped establish what has become one of the organization’s most important annual fundraising traditions, the Laredo Boys and Girls Club Wine Taste Gala. The 2024 gala, generated $285,000, bringing total proceeds over the event’s history to more than $3 million in support of local youth.

grounded in responsibility

Professional Experience

A proven record of leadership, business experience, and service

President, Camino Colombia Toll Road, LLC

Oversaw the development and construction of the first privately owned toll road in Texas.

President and Founder, Trophy Magazine

Publisher of a statewide Texas hunting and outdoor magazine.

Manager, Rancho Viejo Waste Management, LLC

Helped develop the Pescadito Environmental Resource Center.

Trustee, Benavides Family Mineral Trust

Helped develop the Pescadito Environmental Resource Center.

President, Deliverance Poker, LLC

Manages oil and gas exploration and development interests.

LEADERSHIP COMMITMENT RESULTS SUPPORTS LOCAL PROGRESS GROWTH WEBB COUNTY FAMILY

Experience You Can Trust. A Vision That Delivers.

earned through service

Awards and Honors

CY’s decades of leadership and service have earned him numerous distinctions, including:

National Medallion of Honor, Boys and Girls Clubs of America

LEAD Laredo Humanitarian of the Year (2013)

City of Laredo “Lifetime of Youth Service Award” (2010)

Laredo Area Community Foundation Jefferson Award for Public Service Nominee

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most pressing challenges facing Webb County today?

Webb County is experiencing rapid growth, which brings both opportunity and responsibility. Key challenges include securing reliable water resources, improving infrastructure to support commerce and daily life, and ensuring that growth benefits families across the entire county.

Why is a secondary water source so important for Webb County?

A dependable secondary water source is critical to protect residents and businesses during droughts or system disruptions. It ensures long-term water security, supports economic development, and provides peace of mind for future generations.

What role do international bridges play in Webb County’s future?

Our bridges are essential to trade, jobs, and economic stability. Improving infrastructure around them helps reduce congestion, improve safety, and keep Webb County competitive as a major international trade hub.