In a letter to the county commission, Sunland Parks mayor Javier Perea, mentions the economic activity and growth of Santa Teresa, writing that the town’s global exports “increased by 31% and exports to Mexico increased by 68%.”

According to Mayor Perea, the town can see more growth “if economic activity in the area is carefully planned for sustainable growth.” And that is why the city is calling for a delay.

“Before the County Commission commits to a deal of this scale, it must show the public exactly how they expect to secure water, road capacity, and housing options needed for this project,” Mayor Perea wrote. “Anything else would be gambling with the future of our community.”

Sunland park’s city manager Mario Juarez-Infante elaborated on the water concern.

“When a project of this s

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