San Carlos residents petition against Playa San Francisco seawall

A citizen petition titled ‘Defendamos San Francisco – No al malecón que amenaza nuestra playa’ has begun circulating on Change.org to oppose the construction of a seawall at Playa San Francisco in San Carlos. The project is reportedly associated with a proposal from Governor Alfonso Durazo.

Opponents of the project argue that Playa San Francisco should be preserved as a natural and community space. They have expressed concerns regarding potential impacts on local biodiversity, the natural landscape, and coastal dynamics. Specific worries include alterations to marine currents, erosion processes, and damage to the coastal ecosystem.

Additionally, the petition highlights concerns about restricting public access to areas traditionally used by residents and visitors. Proponents of the petition suggest that maintaining the natural environment is vital to the tourism appeal of San Carlos and urge that any infrastructure changes must weigh environmental and social consequences against potential benefits.