5 Million Euros Invested in Cleaning Puerto del Rosario

The Puerto del Rosario City Council has approved the cost structure for a new ten‑year contract covering waste collection, street cleaning, and beach cleaning, with an estimated budget exceeding €5 million.

Modernising Waste Management

The approval, made alongside new waste‑tax rates, enables the council to comply with European and Spanish legislation (Law 7/2022), which requires waste‑management services to be financially sustainable. The updated taxes are directly tied to tangible improvements and the modernization of the service.

Concrete Improvements for the Municipality

• Significant staff increase to boost operational capacity.
• Renewal and upgrade of machinery and containers, including urban solid‑waste bins and the fifth container type.
• Higher collection frequency to ensure cleaner streets and public spaces.
• Targeted enhancements to the cleaning of the municipality’s beaches.

Transparency and Next Steps

The proposal will enter a 20‑day public information period, during which it can be consulted in the Official Bulletin of the Province of Las Palmas, the municipal notice board, and the City Council’s website. This process guarantees transparency and allows residents to submit objections before the council requests the mandatory report from the Canary Islands Public Contracting Advisory Board.

“With this firm step we move towards a more effective and sustainable management model. Waste collection and the cleaning of streets and beaches are essential services for the quality of life of our neighbors and for the image of Puerto del Rosario. Our goal is to become a benchmark in the efficient and sustainable management of public resources.”
— David de Vera, Mayor of Puerto del Rosario

“This cost structure is the foundation for a renewed service that meets current needs and the environmental challenges of the coming decade. It ensures transparency, economic control, and a fair price review, aligning us with legislation to improve efficiency and sustainability.”
— David de León, Councilor for Municipal Services

The approved framework paves the way for a modern, transparent, and environmentally responsible cleaning service that will serve the community for the next ten years.