Los Cabos reports nearly 1.2 billion pesos in back debts paid and 65 paving projects in two years
Mayor Christian Agúndez Gómez presented the midterm review of the XV City Council; the second desalination plant is 70% complete, according to the report.
Los Cabos Mayor Christian Agúndez Gómez said on October 26, 2026, that his administration has allocated nearly 1.2 billion pesos to outstanding tax and social security obligations and completed more than 65 paving projects. The review covers the first two years of the XV City Council.
According to the municipality, it also regained management of the Federal Maritime-Terrestrial Zone (ZOFEMAT) and, through the state government, regularized a pending 30% federal contribution left over from previous administrations.
Projects and progress, according to the report
- Animal Care and Welfare Center: 99%.
- Casa Cuna-Casa Hogar children's shelter: 65%.
- 16 sports facilities rehabilitated.
- Miguel Lomelí Ceseña Cultural Theater under construction.
- Republic Cultural Pavilion renovation, expected to finish this year.
Seven strategic road projects are under way, including the Interurban Axis and overpasses.
Equipment for public services
The municipality reported buying 20 garbage trucks, 45 patrol cars, 20 water trucks, eight backhoes, eight motor graders and two Vactor sewer trucks, among others, for a total of 120 new fleet vehicles used in trash collection, road repair and fumigation.
Water, health and land
In federally backed projects, the second desalination plant is 70% complete, alongside the relocation of wastewater treatment plants and a regional hospital. The report also cites 3,000 lot titles in process and a planned first medical school in Baja California Sur.
Following up
These figures come from the municipality's own report, which does not list paving locations or project costs. Residents can check the municipal transparency portal or file a public information request with the Los Cabos City Council.
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