Meet Hugo
Hugo Vargas has called Southwest Florida home for more than 40 years and proudly serves the people of LaBelle as a City Commissioner. As a first-generation American, Hugo understands firsthand what it means to live the American Dream. The son of farm workers who became U.S. citizens, he was raised with a deep respect for hard work, personal responsibility, and the freedoms that make America exceptional.
His path wasn’t always easy. Like many young men, Hugo made a few missteps along the way—but those challenges became turning points that shaped his character and deepened his faith. He quickly learned that in the land of the free, opportunity comes with responsibility. Determined to build a better future, Hugo enrolled in vocational school after high school, learned the trade of barbering, and went on to become a successful small business owner. His work not only provided for his family—it created jobs and opportunities for others in the community.
