The Half Moon itself is a testament to Neece's commitment to the rehabilitation of downtown because – ever since its genesis years ago as the Quarter Moon – is has been a venue for live music and an anchor for the revitalization of this historical district. Before the Half Moon the only live music downtown were the weekend conjuntos in the local cantinas. The rock and roll acts, classic music, jazz and even and even belly dancers featured there brought a diversity never seen in the district before. After that, a number of other venues have opened that include grunge and other genres that appeal to younger audiences.
Since taking office, Neece and his colleagues on the commission have voted for several initiatives they hope will improve the city's mission "to provide safe, efficient, and reliable public transportation with courtesy, concern and professionalism to all passengers, visitors, and citizens of Brownsville."
So far, they have passed initiatives to form audit, budget and agenda committees which will scrutinize the various departments in their performance. The members of the committees have yet to be appointed, but there is no mistake that they want to hold city officials accountable to the public.
