El Paso residents will see a new voice on the City Council ballot this year as Arturo R. Alluin, a 35‑year‑old entrepreneur and father, officially files for District 8. Alluin’s platform centers on protecting taxpayers, expanding local jobs, and ensuring that city decisions reflect the needs of families and businesses in the community.
Business experience and community roots
Alluin describes his background as a “business owner who has created over 150 jobs for El Pasotans.” He says his experience managing multimillion‑dollar budgets, negotiating contracts, and leading teams has taught him to listen, adapt, and solve problems. Growing up crossing the El Paso–Juárez border daily, he says he gained a “global perspective rooted in the realities of our border community.” He holds a cum laude degree in International Relations from Austin College, studied in Germany and France, and is fluent in Spanish, English, French, and German.
Family‑first motivation
Alluin emphasizes that his son, his parents, and his own career are all tied to El Paso. “The decisions made at City Hall affect my family, my team, and my neighbors,” he states, underscoring his belief that elected officials must be accountable to the people they serve.
Fiscal responsibility and tax relief
Alluin argues that government should operate like a responsible steward of taxpayers’ money, not a profit‑driven enterprise. He proposes an independent, outside audit of city finances to pinpoint waste, eliminate duplicated functions, and stop the automatic rollover of spending from year to year. His goal is to hold the line on property taxes while still funding essential services such as street repairs, drainage, lighting, parks, and public safety.
Local economic growth
To achieve lasting tax relief, Alluin says El Paso must grow its commercial tax base. He pledges to support local businesses, attract responsible investment, and ensure that at least 90 % of city‑funded jobs, projects, and contracts go to local workers and suppliers whenever legally permissible. He believes that keeping more money in the local economy will create better‑paying jobs and reduce the burden on homeowners.
Data‑center and technology development
Alluin is critical of the city’s recent deal with Meta, calling it “one of the worst deals El Paso has made in a very long time.” He notes that Meta sold 80 % of its interest to BlackRock for over $1 billion, leaving the community with little benefit. While welcoming technology investment, he insists that any data‑center project must be evaluated for water use, energy demand, infrastructure costs, and guaranteed local jobs. Developers, he says, should pay for the infrastructure their projects require, and agreements should include ten‑year plans with measurable job and wage commitments.
Deck Plaza project stance
Alluin supports the vision behind the Downtown I‑10 Deck Plaza, even contributing personal funds to the effort. However, he opposes using taxpayer dollars for the project, arguing that El Paso’s pressing needs—deteriorating streets, drainage issues, stretched public‑safety resources, and basic infrastructure—must take priority. He believes private individuals and businesses should fund projects they champion, not working families already facing rising property taxes.
Community‑centered governance
Alluin frames his candidacy as a call to “clean house” and return government to its shareholders—the people. He promises transparent reporting, enforceable consequences for unmet commitments, and a focus on delivering tangible results for families, businesses, and neighborhoods across District 8.
Voters who prioritize fiscal prudence, local job creation, and accountable governance are encouraged to learn more about Alluin’s platform and consider his candidacy in the upcoming council election.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
