Today’s Takeaway: Increased commerce with Mexico is absolutely critical for your community

Border Patrol vs Customs? Border Patrol: Green Uniforms Customs: Blue Uniforms

400 Truck Capacity 4 Truck Lanes 4 Passenger Lanes AZ Population: 1.8 M 1976

NAFTA—CANAMEX corridor AZ Population: 5.1 M 9/11 Security Concerns 1,300 trucks daily 33% winter fresh produce consumed in US 110 manufacturers in Nogales, Sonora 6-8 hour wait for trucks to enter US 2001

Port Authority Formed Gathered all stakeholders Lobbying efforts began 1.Increase commerce with Mexico 2.Port Renovation

$200 M expansion finalized 4,000 truck capacity minute average wait 12 passenger lanes More $$$ for Arizona--$35 B in bilateral trade

Innovation at the Port Traffic increased and wait times decreased during construction State-of-the-art technology LEED Silver Certification Collaborative workspace Combined local, state, federal, & international agencies

4 P’s to Increase Commerce with Mexico 1.Policies that promote trade with Mexico 2.Ports funding and staffing 3.Promotion of border region 4.Political Alignment throughout the State

Mariposa Port Innovation & Collaboration: Model for Increased Trade with Mexico Aaron White Economic Development Specialist City of Nogales, City Manager’s Office