A proposed international trade bridge called Puerto Verde has become a contested issue in Eagle Pass, Maverick County, ahead of midterm elections. The project has emerged as a campaign issue in the race for Maverick County judge, with supporters citing economic opportunity and opponents raising concerns about location, environmental effects, and taxpayer costs.
Ruben GaribayChairman of the Puerto Verde Binational Industrial Complex and Transportation
Sandy SassanoMaverick County Republican Party Chair
Gerardo "Jerry" MoralesDemocratic candidate for Maverick County judge
The facts
Puerto Verde Global Trade Bridge is a proposed commercial border crossing for the Eagle Pass-Piedras Negras region.1
The project involves Maverick County, Texas and Coahuila, Mexico and the border cities Eagle Pass and Piedras Negras.1
County judges in Texas along the Mexico border act as chief executive officers with sway over permits for land and economic development projects.1
The Puerto Verde project is a campaign issue in the race for Maverick County judge.1
A townhall was hosted by Puente News Collaborative and Pulitzer Center to discuss the Puerto Verde controversy.1
Who said what
These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.
Ruben Garibay Puerto Verde is a golden opportunity for Eagle Pass economic development.1
Sandy Sassano Puerto Verde raises concerns about its location, environmental effects, and taxpayer costs.1
Gerardo Morales Maverick County must prepare for continued growth of international commerce with greater public involvement in infrastructure projects.1
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