Residents demand transparency and studies as council hears objections to Puerto Verde bridge and Rio Grande work

Jan 7, 2026

Multiple residents and local groups urged the Eagle Pass City Council to delay action and demand full disclosure about the Puerto Verde bridge project and federal buoy/river work, citing potential environmental harm, reduced public access and unassessed health and economic impacts.

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Dozens of residents urged the Eagle Pass City Council to press pause on an international-bridge development and federal river works they say threaten public access and the health of the Rio Grande.

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