The company behind a proposed concrete plant in Alamo is dropping its plans.

Edinburg-based Texas Cordia Construction LLC was seeking to build near two schools and a retirement community, but people in the area immediately voiced concerns about air pollution.

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The company listened and now they are now looking for a new place to build the plant.

"I am pretty much elated that the community came together, concerns were voiced, and their voices were heard," said State Rep. Armando "Mando" Martinez. 

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"It says a lot about the company, actually listening, understanding and doing their part to make sure those concerns were addressed."