Peruvian Mayor Highlights Tax Issue Amidst Comas Road Repairs

Comas, Peru: Road Repairs Highlight Need for Increased Tax Revenue Comas, a district in Lima, Peru, is currently undergoing significant road repairs. Mayor Ulises Villegas has highlighted the poor state of the roads, stating, "I know there are potholes in Comas, but little by little, I will be patching them." The video accompanying his statement shows workers filling potholes and resurfacing roads. The mayor directly links the need for these repairs to the level of tax revenue collected. He argues that insufficient tax payments hinder the ability to properly maintain the district's infrastructure. The video shows the extent of the damage, with numerous potholes and uneven surfaces visible. One worker, whose name was not provided, commented on the challenges of the work, stating, "How do you expect Ulises Villegas to fix a district that has been abandoned for over 64 years with roads that look like garbage? If you don't pay your taxes..."