# La Paz Mexico municipal challenges and security > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/la-paz-mexico-municipal-challenges-and-security > Updated: 2026-10-30T03:02:06.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Martha Guerrero Sánchez, the mayor of La Paz, Mexico, acknowledged significant municipal challenges during the 151st anniversary of the municipality. These issues include water shortages, public insecurity, and a lack of public works. The mayor attributed these problems to rapid population growth in irregular zones and decades of mismanagement by previous administrations. Guerrero noted that her administration is coordinating with the federal government and the State of Mexico to address these concerns. She also accused political opposition of spreading misinformation to hinder progress. In preparation for Halloween celebrations, authorities in La Paz, Baja California Sur, announced adjusted public transport schedules and increased security. A security operation involving 70 elements and 12 units will be deployed in coordination with the Navy, the Secretariat of National Defense, and the National Guard to patrol tourist zones, shopping centers, and the malecón. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-30: La Paz transport and security updates for holiday weekends Authorities in La Paz, Bolivia, and La Paz, Mexico, are implementing special transport schedules and increased security measures for upcoming holiday celebrations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/la-paz-transport-and-security-updates-for-holiday-weekends ### 2026-10-03: La Paz Mayor acknowledges water shortages and insecurity Mayor Martha Guerrero Sánchez of La Paz, Mexico, acknowledged ongoing issues with water shortages, insecurity, and infrastructure deficits during the municipality's 151st anniversary. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/la-paz-mayor-acknowledges-water-shortages-and-insecurity --- Cite as: La Paz Mexico municipal challenges and security. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/la-paz-mexico-municipal-challenges-and-security