Puerto Vallarta will take part in the Second National Macro-Drill 2025 on Friday, September 19, at 12:00 pm, simulating an 8.1 magnitude earthquake off the coast of La Huerta. The statewide effort aims to strengthen the culture of prevention and reinforce emergency response skills among citizens, businesses, and institutions.
Puerto Vallarta residents will begin to see improvements in drinking water service by late September, as SEAPAL’s ongoing stabilization projects - including new Mascota River galleries - start delivering results to ease long-standing issues of low pressure, cloudy water, and intermittent supply.
Puerto Vallarta has officially set aside its parking meter proposal after strong public feedback. City leaders, including Mayor Luis Munguía and Councilman Arnulfo Ortega, confirmed that no meters will be installed, instead prioritizing a long-term mobility plan shaped with citizen participation.
As students across Puerto Vallarta returned to school this week, they were greeted with a wave of support from the local government, led by Mayor Luis Munguía. The city's commitment to education is on full display through the Mi Educación Renace program, which provides essential resources to thousands of pupils.
In a meeting with citizens who recently voiced concerns, SEAPAL Vallarta assured residents that the city’s water supply will stabilize this September with new works on the Mascota River. While challenges from growth and aging infrastructure remain, officials pledged solutions, investments, and open dialogue with the community.
Puerto Vallarta’s tourism industry is thriving in 2025, with official data showing strong gains in visitors and economic impact during the year’s first half. Despite some speculation of a slowdown, statistics from the Jalisco Tourism Secretariat (Secturjal) confirm the city’s resilience and lasting appeal as a leading destination.
Puerto Vallarta’s low cruise season wraps up in September with eight scheduled arrivals, including two double ship days. The uptick promises a steadier month for service providers while the city prepares for the high season starting in October.
Puerto Vallarta is in the midst of a major transformation, with new bridges and interchanges, upgraded piers and historic center renovations. Governor Lemus says the goal is to revive the city’s traditional charm while promoting modern growth and sustainability.
Mayor Luis Munguía and CANADEVI Jalisco leaders are collaborating on Vivienda y Ciudad, a key initiative aimed at providing affordable and sustainable housing in Puerto Vallarta. The program will help launch a local version of a national plan to provide adequate housing for working families in the region.
SEAPAL Vallarta is embarking on a new phase of public works, with a substantial investment of over 131 million pesos aimed at strengthening the city's water and sanitation infrastructure. This effort, part of a larger plan to ensure a more reliable and secure water supply, follows a successful first round of projects earlier this year.
