Ciudad Juarez Mayor Cruz Pérez Cuéllar Tours Chihuahua Mountains, Attends Ultramarathon and Meets with Local Leaders
Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, March 3, 2026 – The Mayor of Ciudad Juarez, Cruz Pérez Cuéllar, dedicated the past weekend to an extensive agenda outside his usual jurisdiction, touring the Chihuahua mountains. The mayor’s itinerary included attending the traditional Caballo Blanco Ultramarathon in Urique and holding meetings with productive sector representatives and community leaders in Urique and Uruachi.
Mayor Pérez Cuéllar at the Caballo Blanco Ultramarathon
The Mayor’s presence at the start of the renowned Caballo Blanco Ultramarathon in Urique was a central part of his visit. This event, celebrated for its physical demands and its deep connection to the Rarámuri culture and the mountainous region’s identity, draws athletes and visitors from across the country. Pérez Cuéllar attended at the invitation of Urique’s municipal president, Arturo Langarica Almanza, and participated in activities aimed at promoting tourism and sports in the area.
Through his social media channels, Mayor Pérez Cuéllar emphasized that the race honors the strength, endurance, and spirit of the Rarámuri people, highlighting the Chihuahua mountains as a symbol of identity and pride for the state. His participation underscored a narrative of cultural recognition and regional cohesion.
Engaging with Producers and Community Leaders
Beyond the sporting event, Mayor Pérez Cuéllar’s agenda included significant meetings with producers and community leaders. During his stay in Urique, he engaged in discussions with representatives from the rural sector, focusing on strengthening the potential of Chihuahua’s agricultural landscape and fostering collaborative ties between different regions.
In his public statements, the Mayor stressed that through organization, unity, and collaborative effort, development can flourish in every community and project itself powerfully across the entire mountain region. This approach advocates for intermunicipal coordination as a means to address shared challenges effectively.
As part of his tour, Mayor Pérez Cuéllar also visited the municipality of Uruachi, where he held direct dialogues with ejido members and residents. This meeting provided an opportunity to listen to their concerns and proposals regarding local needs, serving as a direct engagement with the community on the ground.
Building Joint Solutions for Regional Development
Throughout his tour, the municipal president held exchanges with local authorities and community representatives, with discussions primarily centered on the conditions of the agricultural sector and opportunities for regional development. He noted that this direct engagement is crucial for constructing joint solutions and advancing in a coordinated manner.
The tour concluded with the announcement that Mayor Pérez Cuéllar would resume his regular duties at the helm of the municipal administration in Ciudad Juarez this Monday, following a weekend dedicated to institutional presence in the mountain region.
This visit underscores the Mayor’s commitment to understanding and addressing the diverse needs of communities across Chihuahua, fostering regional collaboration, and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the state.
Source: Ejecentral.com.mx
