“For the second consecutive year, we have missed an important opportunity, given that the municipal administration did not participate in the regional tender for the recovery and valorisation of the historic walls“. This is the reflection of the council minority group leader Annamaria Albanesi, who contests the choice of the Administration led by Mayor Meri Marziali, not to adhere to the specific tender. “And yet – continues the group leader – the ‘complete renovation of the castle walls’ was included in the electoral program of the majority, just as the Council included the ‘project for the recovery of the castle walls and valorisation of the route of the city walls’ in the Single Document of simplified programming 2024/26”. The council minority reiterates its opposition to the political choice of the majority. “Not participating was a serious mistake – continues Albanesi – considering the importance of even being able to be in the ranking. Not participating, however, means having lost a precious opportunity for the life of our walls and for the relaunch of tourism in the historic center. We have one of the most beautiful Sforza walls in the Marche – he adds – which, once restored, could be an important tourist driver, contributing to the rebirth of commercial activities, which requires political and administrative capacity has been missing, especially since if supported by a good project, Monterubbiano would have had an excellent chance of obtaining the contribution as, having been awarded the ‘Orange Flag’ recognition, it would have acquired an additional score compared to others without the same. It is natural to ask – he concludes Albanians – does the majority intend to redevelop the walls, given the state they are in? Why didn’t he take this opportunity? Maybe after missing out on financing opportunities, you will take out a new mortgage?”
Paola Pieragostini
