Local residents expressed strong feelings about a proposal affecting a nearby landmark. A large number of emails were sent to a federal committee, with a specific outcome resulting from this input. Cameron County officials reported that a significant number of messages were received by the committee before it made a decision.

The committee's choice was unanimous, and it has been reported that local opposition played a role in this outcome. Further information about this decision is available from the Port Isabel Press, including details about the proposal and the committee's process.