In response to growing demand for public transportation in the southern part of the city, Rosarito’s municipal government has formally requested the expansion of the Ruta Violeta bus line to reach the coastal community of Primo Tapia.

Miguel Mata López, Rosarito’s Secretary of Mobility and Transportation, confirmed that the request was submitted to Baja California’s Institute for Sustainable Mobility (IMOS). He said the proposal aims to alleviate overcrowding on existing route taxis and calafias serving the area.

“We’re working closely with the state government to find solutions,” Mata López said. “One of the most pressing needs is expanding Ruta Violeta to reduce the saturation of transport services heading to Primo Tapia.”

Although the city has yet to receive an official response, Mata López is optimistic. He noted the proposal was accompanied by formal petitions signed by local residents, reflecting broad community support.

In parallel, local officials are holding talks with route taxi operators to adjust departure and arrival schedules to better match the needs of students and workers — particularly during the morning commute. The goal is to ensure that students traveling from La Misión or Primo Tapia can arrive at school on time.

While current efforts are focused primarily on serving women and student populations, the city is also exploring options to accommodate other groups, including male workers, many of whom face difficulties commuting during late-night shifts.

When asked about rumors of a possible new transportation route connecting Santa Fe and Rosarito, Mata López said nothing official is in place but acknowledged that improving the city’s northern link to Tijuana remains a strategic priority. Discussions are ongoing with Tijuana’s transport unions to develop new metropolitan transit routes.