Federal Representative Hector Gonzalez Reza, Secretary of the Water Affairs Commission asked about the status of the Guadalupe Victoria aquifer as far as its capacity. Ms. Giner responded that as far as quantity, it is in good condition, but that nevertheless, it is still a limited resource. She added that a high level of nitrates has been detected. Luis Carlos Renter a Torres, Mayor of Ascension commented that the Puerto Palomas project is highly relevant. He stated that despite being the only crossing point within the municipality of Ascension, this community is one of the most straggling ones along the border, especially in terms of health.
Residents face pollution caused by dust contaminated with fecal residues.
This contamination does not need a passport to cross over to the neighboring community, he said. He highlighted that the quality of water is another important backlog, and stated that this community has lived the forgotten-town syndrome. Due to this oblivion, the people of Palomas lost faith in officials and the possibility of growing. Trust has just barely begun to be regained. He said that this process where the community was invited to review a project, was unheard of, but the most important thing is that the community of Palomas was able to believe once again.