Lito Pérez Stadium management and oversight in Puntarenas

The Lito Pérez Municipal Stadium in Puntarenas has faced scrutiny regarding the management of funds intended for structural reinforcement. The Comptroller General of the Republic ordered an investigation into the Municipality of Puntarenas concerning 200 million colones transferred by the Costa Rican Institute of Sport and Recreation (ICODER). The probe seeks to identify administrative or civil responsibilities for failed projects that never commenced, specifically examining municipal actions related to contracting, soil studies, and the custody of unused materials. Although the Municipality returned the 200 million colones to ICODER, previous legal efforts to secure compensation from the responsible consortium failed.

In a separate development regarding stadium operations, the Costa Rican Ministry of Health issued an eight-month renewal of the Sanitary Operating Permit for the venue. This permit allows the stadium to continue hosting sporting, recreational, and cultural activities with a maximum capacity of 1,740 people. Minister of Health Alexander Sánchez Cabo stated that the ministry intends to maintain oversight to safeguard public health and safety while keeping the venue available for the community.