The president will travel with his own security, which is coordinating with U.S. Secret Service, along with about 22 Mexican authorities, including federal officials, governors, legislators and businessmen, Jimenez said.

For West Valley police, Fox's visit will be very short.

"This event for us will last four or five hours. Quick in and out," McLachlan said.

As far as McLachlan can remember, Fox's visit marks the highest-ranking foreign dignitary to visit West Valley City. He believed the mayor of Taiwan visited once, but he said preparing for that event did not compare to Fox's visit.

"We are honored he would consider the Cultural Center an important stop on his tour," he said.

The Secret Service will also handle security at a scheduled dinner at the Governor's Mansion tonight.

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