Mérida's mayor, Cecilia Patrón Laviada, recently acknowledged the significant challenges in maintaining the city's historic center during the introduction of the new Board for the Preservation of the Historic Center of the City of Mérida.
Key Challenges for the Historic Center
During the introduction, Mayor Laviada highlighted several pressing challenges for the historic center. The primary concern is gentrification, a process that has stirred worry among city center residents. The mayor emphasized the urgency of halting this trend to keep the Historic Center accessible to everyone. Noise pollution in certain areas and the presence of obsolete objects occupying valuable public space were also mentioned as issues. The impact of street vending on the area's image and urban order was also noted.
Future Plans for the Historic Center: Increased Investment and Restoration
Mayor Laviada also announced that next year's budget will include a special allocation for enhancing the image of Mérida's traditional markets. A key focus will be the revitalization of Eulogio Rosado Park, located near the City Museum, to attract both locals and tourists. "We aim to make the Historic Center more orderly, functional, and accessible, without losing its historical essence," said the mayor.
New Board Members
The new Board will be led by Zazil Cantó Ureña as president, with Enrique Duarte Aznar as secretary, Enrique Ancona Teigel as treasurer, and Raymundo Vargas León as comisario. These changes aim to give a significant boost to the conservation and improvement projects of Mérida's Historic Center, striking a balance between modernization and preservation.
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