### Delayed Road Repairs Due to CESPT Works in Old Tijuana
In July, the Comisión Estatal de Servicios Públicos de Tijuana (CESPT) completed a 50 million peso tender for road repairs, highlighting the ongoing pavement issues in Tijuana’s older districts. José Díaz Verdugo, the technical subdirector of CESPT, reported that 60% of the road repair backlog is concentrated in the city’s historical areas.
“The significant backlog is in the older parts of the city, where the infrastructure and pavement are considerably outdated,” Díaz Verdugo explained.
The districts most affected by these delays include Independencia, covering the Zona Centro and Playas de Tijuana neighborhoods, as well as Juan Ojeda’s district with Libertad, Mesa de Otay, Buena Vista, and the Paraíso district including Aviación, Calete, and Hipódromo.
“This area contains 60-70% of our pending road repairs,” Díaz Verdugo added.
To tackle this historical delay, CESPT’s head, Jesús García Castro, announced the completion of a 50 million peso tender in July, contracting six companies to carry out the repair work. These companies are addressing both concrete and asphalt road repairs based on the current backlog.
The integral road repair program aims to cover 30% of the existing backlog within the year, which translates to 70,000 square meters of rehabilitated pavement. Additionally, the program intends to address 90% of the potholes caused by regular CESPT maintenance activities.
“Our goal is to cover 30% of the backlog each year, reaching a 90-95% resolution by the end of our administration,” García Castro emphasized.
### Secondary Article: High Areas of Tijuana May Face Water Supply Challenges
Additional news concerning CESPT activities reveal potential water supply issues in Tijuana’s high-altitude areas. Residents in these zones could encounter water shortages due to infrastructure challenges and increasing demand during the warmer months.
To ensure a consistent water supply, CESPT has issued recommendations for residents. These suggestions are essential to prevent significant disruptions, especially given the 10% increase in water demand observed during the summertime.
In response to these challenges, CESPT continues to adapt their strategies to meet the city’s growing water needs, emphasizing the need for careful water management and ongoing infrastructure improvements. The organization remains committed to resolving both road and water supply issues to enhance the living conditions in Tijuana.
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