Sin embargo, estos problemas persisten, a menudo porque la mayoría de los votantes no refleja a la población en general.
"La gente se pregunta por qué nuestra ciudad carece de infraestructura y servicios básicos", dijo un líder comunitario local. “La realidad es que las decisiones sobre nuestro futuro las toma un pequeño grupo de votantes, muchos de los cuales emiten sus votos basándose en conexiones personales con los candidatos y no en plataformas que prioricen la mejora de la comunidad”.
Históricamente, las elecciones de Eagle Pass han tenido una baja participación, con muchos votantes motivados principalmente por amistades o vínculos familiares con los candidatos. Esta tendencia ha dado lugar a campañas que a menudo carecen de plataformas sustantivas centradas en abordar las necesidades apremiantes de la comunidad.
Este año, los defensores locales piden un cambio. Instan a los residentes a mirar más allá de las conexiones personales y evaluar a los candidatos en sus planes para mejorar la calidad de vida en Eagle Pass. Temas como mejores aceras, infraestructura y el desarrollo de parques y espacios públicos están al frente de la conversación.
“Necesitamos candidatos que estén dispuestos a escuchar a la comunidad y aportar soluciones reales”, dijo otro residente. “Pero depende de nosotros, como votantes, exigirles eso”.
Las elecciones municipales de abril de 2025 representan una oportunidad para que Eagle Pass avance hacia un futuro en el que se prioricen las necesidades de cada residente. Para lograr esa visión, se anima a los residentes a mantenerse informados, involucrarse y, lo más importante, votar y exigir resultados.
EP Residents Urged to Vote in Very Important City Election
With the May 2025 city elections approaching, residents of Eagle Pass are being reminded of the critical role their votes play in shaping the community’s future. For years, concerns about missing sidewalks, limited healthy food options, a crumbling downtown, an outdated city charter and a lack of parks, to name a few, have been widespread among city residents.
Yet, these issues persist, often because the majority of voters do not reflect the broader population.
“People wonder why our city lacks basic infrastructure and services,” said a local community leader. “The reality is, the decisions about our future are being made by a small group of voters, many of whom cast their ballots based on personal connections to candidates rather than on platforms that prioritize community improvement.”
Historically, Eagle Pass elections have seen low turnout, with many voters motivated primarily by friendships or family ties to candidates. This trend has resulted in campaigns that often lack substantive platforms focused on addressing pressing community needs.
This year, local advocates are calling for a change. They are urging residents to look beyond personal connections and evaluate candidates on their plans to improve the quality of life in Eagle Pass. Issues like better sidewalks, infrastructure, and the development of parks and public spaces are at the forefront of the conversation.
“We need candidates who are willing to listen to the community and bring real solutions to the table,” said another resident. “But it’s up to us as voters to demand that from them.”
The April 2025 city election represents an opportunity for Eagle Pass to move toward a future where every resident’s needs are prioritized. To achieve that vision, residents are encouraged to stay informed, get involved, and most importantly, vote and demand results.