“It’s a great day in the City of Mission as we improve the quality of life for our Residents!”- Mission Mayor Dr. Armando O’Caña. The City of Mission announces two major grants that will improve the safety and quality of life for Mission Residents – The Safer Grant will add 9 Firefighters to our Mission Fire Department and the Birdwell Recreational Grant will transform Birdwell Park into a 16 Court Tennis Court with a walking trail, playground, and exercise stations.