The movement opposing vehicle verification in Puerto Vallarta has formally divided into two distinct groups, each scheduled to meet separately with state government representatives this Thursday. The split follows the January 22 protest and avenue blockade that revealed contrasting approaches within the movement.
The two factions are:
– The National Civil Peaceful Resistance (RCPN), led by Jesús García Blake
– United Collectives, represented by Alejandro Leonardo Juárez Sánchez
Juárez, who leads the more moderate United Collectives, reported that García Blake arranged an 11 AM meeting with state officials, attempting to position himself as the movement’s primary leader. United Collectives secured their own meeting at 1 PM with the same officials to present their position and proposals.
Juárez expressed uncertainty about the officials’ familiarity with the situation, noting they might only be aware of the governor’s “3 x 1 Package” proposal rather than the movement’s local demands. His group emphasizes dialogue and compromise in their approach to negotiations.
The United Collectives delegation will include:
– Alejandro González Ramirez (representing street vendors and merchants)
– Ricardo Campos Leyva (Civil Disobedience group)
– Juan Aguilar (El Pitillal merchants)
– Jesús García Herrera (Union of Collectives of Antique and Modified Cars)
These representatives were among the founding members of Puerto Vallarta’s anti-verification movement.