About
Dr. Elba Garcia
Proven Leadership. Rooted in Service.
Dr. Elba Garcia has dedicated her life to serving others as a dentist, educator, community leader, and public servant. Born and raised in Mexico City, she immigrated to the United States with a dream to build a better life and help others do the same. Today, she represents Dallas County’s District 4 with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to progress that benefits all.
A Journey of Service
After earning her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree and opening her own dental practice, Dr. Garcia quickly became a respected voice for health and education in her community. Her leadership led her to public service, first as a Dallas City Council Member, and now as a Dallas County Commissioner, where she continues to champion transparency, affordability, and equity for every resident.
A Record of Accomplishment
As County Commissioner, Dr. Garcia has:
- Protected taxpayers by keeping lower tax rate unchanged for over a decade
- Expanded access to affordable housing and raised the homestead exemption
- Improved roads, bridges, and trails that connect families and businesses
- Enhanced public health access through community health fairs and support for Parkland clinics
- Modernized county government, cutting deferred maintenance costs and launching digital transparency tools
A Leader Who Listens
Dr. Elba Garcia believes government should work for the people, not the other way around. With collaboration, accountability, and empathy at the heart of her leadership, she’s ensuring that every community — from Oak Cliff and Cockrell Hill to Irving, Grand Prairie, and the northwest side of Dallas — has a strong voice at the table.
“Leadership means lifting others up, not leaving anyone behind. Together, we can continue building a Dallas County that reflects our shared values of fairness, opportunity, and community.” – Dr. Elba Garcia