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Abstract
This article examines the changing roles of crossborder civil society during the development of water and wastewater infrastructure projects in the San Diego-Tijuana region. It reviews the legislation and policies that defined the projects’ goals and funding options, describes changes in collaboration between crossborder agencies and community organizations, and suggests there has been an increased level of transparency and public participation during 10 years of binational project developments. Finally, the article argues that these changes are leading to new models of community-based project development and resource management that may improve opportunities for shared decision making, funding, and long-term sustainable planning in the border region.
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