During the Telde City Council's June plenary session, the management of the Street Cleaning Service was discussed. Councilwoman María González Calderín responded to criticisms from the spokesperson for Nueva Canarias, José Luis Macías, who claimed the city was dirtier and called for better contract oversight. Calderín countered that the perception of cleanliness has improved, citing a comment from tourists from León who, according to her, said 'Telde smells like caramel' after walking through San Gregorio.
The councilwoman explained that the use of cleaning products with characteristic fragrances has contributed to this perception. She also announced that the current scent would be evaluated for a milder alternative in the coming months. Calderín emphasized that the city is cleaner and highlighted the service chief's role in ensuring the concessionaire's compliance, acknowledging the efforts of the entire staff.
“"Telde smells like caramel"
In other matters, the Plenary unanimously approved the naming of the municipal wrestling ground in Lomo Cementerio as the Ángel Pérez Guerra Municipal Wrestling Ground. This recognition honors an influential figure in the municipality's Canarian wrestling history. Similarly, the official renaming of the current Plaza de La Garita to Plaza Pública Francisco Pérez Bello 'Paco Bello' was unanimously approved, perpetuating the memory of a beloved resident.
The Corporation also unanimously approved, following a motion from eight entities, a resolution to promote the effective protection of the Casa de la Condesa. The Cabildo de Gran Canaria is urged to initiate the process for its declaration as a Site of Cultural Interest, and the Government of Canarias is called upon to adopt measures for its recovery. The initiative was read by Pedro Galván.
Regarding the felling of candelabra plants at the El Roque roundabout, prompted by road safety concerns due to the imminent risk of collapse, it was reported that plant waste had been removed. The final report details the removal of 8 specimens of Euphorbia candelabrum, totaling 48.88 tons of vegetal remains. Each specimen at the roundabout showed advanced structural deterioration, threatening to shed its branches onto the roadway.
