Repairing broken water spigots can restore access to water for a section of the community.

Building benches will allow the women to wait for a spot to open or visit with neighbors.The pila acts not only as a source of sanitation, but also a site of social enrichment for the women of the community.

Using waterproof sealant to paint the pila will prevent water and humidity from threatening the structural integrity of the concrete.

Using rebar in the foundation will make the pila more structurally sound and prevent it from cracking and leaking like the current structure.

Installing piping to carry the dirty water away from the pila is important to avoid health risks and negative impacts on the environment.

A functioning pila is the foundation of sanitation in the community. Being able to wash clothes and cookware can prevent harmful skin conditions and bacterial infections.

A roof will provide shade for people using the pila, in addition to keeping out leaves, animal waste, and other debris from the trees above that could contaminate the source of water in the pila.

Expanding the piping from the water source to Aldea Santa-Cruz will allow more water to flow to the community, increasing access to water.