The second phase will consist of renovating the water infrastructure to improve service.
The drainage pipe was renovated in a section of Galeana Street. Photo: Alma Serrano
Alma Serrano (San Juan Cosalá).- On May 16, the Jocotepec City Hall started renovation work of the water and sewer networks on Galeana Street in San Juan Cosalá.
The work will be carried out in two phases. First, the replacement of the drainage pipes, which is currently being worked on between Zaragoza and 5 de Mayo streets. Then later, the renovation of the water infrastructure.
Residents of Galeana Street said the pipe was laid by Father Adalberto Macías Llamas’ workers more than 30 years ago. It has exceeded its useful life, causing sewage spills.
Samuel Tolentino, former manager and operator of the drinking water system, said the Zaragoza water well pump has been pumping sand and was thought to be a water management problem. However, it was due to the large amount of sand contained in the pipe which impeded its flow and pressure. In addition, there are holes caused by deterioration over the years.
Carlos Vázquez Reyes, the delegate of San Juan Cosalá, collected signatures to obtain approval from the Government of Jocotepec to change all the pipes in the street.
The first phase to repair the drainage pipe has been authorized. The second phase for the repair of the rest of the water infrastructure is awaiting approval.
Juan Ibarra, the person in charge of the work, said that a pipe larger than three inches is required for optimal functioning. The current pipe measures only two inches.
For the neighbors who live on this street, this work is urgent due to the deficient water service they receive due to the poor infrastructure conditions. They were grateful for the intervention of the authorities.
“It is a good thing that they are taking action on the matter so that we don’t have to struggle so much. The water is used every day and in great quantity,” said Mrs. Mary, 63 years old.
Translated by Mary Woods
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