Del Rio is struggling to keep up with the massive influx of migrants, which is putting a serious squeeze on local schools, hospitals, and city services. Residents are feeling the pressure as public infrastructure reaches its breaking point.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days.
Local taxpayers are footing the bill for emergency services and infrastructure repairs that the city wasn't budgeted to handle.
Federal contractors and organizations managing temporary housing facilities are seeing increased activity and funding.
Local residents are dealing with overcrowded public facilities and longer wait times for essential city services.
South Texas city receiving Haitian migrants from Del Rio and RGV, mayor says BorderReport
In Texas Border Town, Residents Feel Impact of Migrant Crisis (Published 2021) The New York Times
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