Border Congestion, Air Quality, and Commerce

Conclusions

The participants in the local workshops in the four POE study areas and those in the final workshop generally agreed on the congestion-related problems that need to be addressed along the border. They understand that not all opportunities are applicable at every location, but that those listed in Table 1 should be considered where the listed problems and needs exist. In addition, there was strong consensus that more information sharing among and within agencies on a borderwide basis and more long-range planning are necessary to avoid future congestion.

Those familiar with the workings of the border firmly believe that programs could be implemented to alleviate congestion without compromising the important national goals related to customs, immigration, and drug enforcement.

Western Governors’ Association