Stop CCRMA from building Outer Parkway through Rio Hondo
The Issue
Our community in Rio Hondo, Texas, is not just a location on a map—it's home. It’s where generations have lived, built their lives, and created lasting memories. Recently, the Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority (CCRMA) has proposed the construction of the Outer Parkway, which threatens to run through our community and surrounding areas. This project, if allowed to proceed, will irreparably damage the fabric of our tight-knit community, forcing many long-standing residents to uproot their lives and leave behind the only home they've ever known.
This planned infrastructure development poses a severe threat to property rights and local heritage. Families who have invested their time and love into their homes are now facing the heart-wrenching possibility of losing them to eminent domain. Such an action is not just heartbreaking—it is fundamentally unjust.
The proposed route of the Outer Parkway will bisect neighborhoods, disrupt local wildlife habitats, and alter the tranquil rural landscape that we hold dear. According to CCRMA's own projections, the parkway may not even significantly ease traffic congestion in the long term, calling into question the necessity of this project at the community's expense.
It is crucial to explore alternative routes that do not destroy established communities. With the advancement of civil engineering and urban planning technologies, solutions that minimize environmental impact and preserve residential areas are within reach. We urge CCRMA to engage with community members in a transparent and inclusive manner to identify these viable alternatives.
The fight for our homes and environment is more than just a local issue—it's a rallying cry for communities everywhere facing unjust development projects. A victory here would echo across regions, proving the power of a united community voice.
By signing this petition, you pledge to support the residents of Rio Hondo in their journey to protect their homes and maintain the integrity of their community. Together, we can urge CCRMA to reconsider the path of this development. Please join us in standing up for the rights of our families and for the preservation of our cherished community. Every signature counts. Please sign our petition today!
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The Issue
Our community in Rio Hondo, Texas, is not just a location on a map—it's home. It’s where generations have lived, built their lives, and created lasting memories. Recently, the Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority (CCRMA) has proposed the construction of the Outer Parkway, which threatens to run through our community and surrounding areas. This project, if allowed to proceed, will irreparably damage the fabric of our tight-knit community, forcing many long-standing residents to uproot their lives and leave behind the only home they've ever known.
This planned infrastructure development poses a severe threat to property rights and local heritage. Families who have invested their time and love into their homes are now facing the heart-wrenching possibility of losing them to eminent domain. Such an action is not just heartbreaking—it is fundamentally unjust.
The proposed route of the Outer Parkway will bisect neighborhoods, disrupt local wildlife habitats, and alter the tranquil rural landscape that we hold dear. According to CCRMA's own projections, the parkway may not even significantly ease traffic congestion in the long term, calling into question the necessity of this project at the community's expense.
It is crucial to explore alternative routes that do not destroy established communities. With the advancement of civil engineering and urban planning technologies, solutions that minimize environmental impact and preserve residential areas are within reach. We urge CCRMA to engage with community members in a transparent and inclusive manner to identify these viable alternatives.
The fight for our homes and environment is more than just a local issue—it's a rallying cry for communities everywhere facing unjust development projects. A victory here would echo across regions, proving the power of a united community voice.
By signing this petition, you pledge to support the residents of Rio Hondo in their journey to protect their homes and maintain the integrity of their community. Together, we can urge CCRMA to reconsider the path of this development. Please join us in standing up for the rights of our families and for the preservation of our cherished community. Every signature counts. Please sign our petition today!
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Petition created on August 29, 2026