Baja California Gov. Marina del Pilar has rolled out two new pothole repair machines as part of the state’s “Safe Streets, Safe Families” initiative, marking a renewed push to improve road conditions and traffic safety across the region.
At a launch event in Mexicali’s Solidaridad 1 neighborhood, the governor switched on the specialized equipment and toured streets slated for repair alongside officials from the Secretariat of Territorial Development, the State Public Services Commission of Mexicali (CESPM), and the State Secretariat of Well-Being.
The new machines use a two-step repair process. Crews first fill potholes with hot patching material designed to bond tightly with existing asphalt. About two weeks later, they return to apply a micro-surface sealant across the roadway, a method officials say makes the repairs more durable and longer-lasting.
The effort will expand beyond Solidaridad 1 to include Solidaridad 2 and Conjunto Urbano Universitario. State officials said the 26.68 million peso investment will rehabilitate more than 56,000 square meters (roughly 600,000 square feet) of roadway, potentially benefiting more than 1 million residents.
Beyond smoother roads, the new equipment is expected to cut repair times and lower operating costs. Officials also say it will reduce waste and allow crews to respond more quickly to complaints from residents — a frequent issue during rainy seasons when potholes multiply.
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Repairs in the three neighborhoods are expected to wrap up within three weeks. The governor said the areas were prioritized following community meetings and resident feedback.
According to CESPM Director Armando Carrazco López, the roadwork follows recent infrastructure upgrades in the area, including pipe replacements and new storm drainage connections — improvements intended to prevent recurring pavement damage.
The governor said the broader goal is to improve mobility, safety, and overall quality of life in neighborhoods across the state.
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