Mollerussa City Council in Lleida approved a budget of €19.7 million for 2026 on 23 April 2026, allocating 13% of the funds to investments, mainly for public works. The budget focuses on enhancing the town's infrastructure and services for residents.
The approval follows an initial presentation on 21 April 2026, which highlighted the council's commitment to improving public spaces. This financial plan is designed to address key areas such as water supply and urban revitalisation.
Infrastructure and Public Services
Among the specific projects, the council started renewing potable water pipes along Avinguda de les Garrigues on 14 April 2026. This work is part of a broader effort to modernise essential services. Additionally, the 'Gaudim Mollerussa' project, aimed at revitalising public spaces and promoting civic behaviour, resumed on 7 April 2026.
Further demonstrating its commitment to community involvement, the council organised a public workshop on 14 April 2026. This workshop allowed residents to help define a project for presentation to the Pla de Barris, a neighbourhood plan initiative.
Cultural and Economic Highlights
Mollerussa has also been a hub for various cultural and economic activities. Fira de Mollerussa, a local trade fair organisation, assumed the vice-presidency of the Federation of Fairs of Catalonia on 23 April 2026, showing its growing influence in the regional exhibition sector. The 36th edition of Autotrac, a car fair, closed on 27 April 2026, exceeding expectations with over 100 cars sold. Earlier, on 21 April 2026, Autotrac reported an increase in exhibitors and nearly 14% more exhibition space.
The Sant Josep Fair's Automobile Show achieved a new record on 14 April 2026, surpassing €9 million in sales. To further boost local commerce, Mollerussa Comercial launched a spring raffle on 24 March 2026, offering six flights to European cities as prizes.
Community and Sports Events
Cultural events have also been prominent. The 15th Marathon of Reading Aloud, celebrating Sant Jordi's Day on 23 April 2026, featured Agatha Christie's works. The 7th Cycle of Young Interpreters programmed five classical music concerts starting 21 April 2026, giving a platform to emerging talent. Laura Casanovas won the 38th Short Novel Prize on 10 April 2026 for a mystery novel about a disappearance.
In sports, Mollerussa hosted a basketball training session with around 50 participants on 20 April 2026. The town also welcomed the Catalan Junior Preferent Men's Basketball Championship, where FC Barcelona retained its title on 13 April 2026. On 12 April 2026, the 27th Lace Makers' Gathering saw over 400 participants from across Catalonia. The World Day of Physical Activity on 9 April 2026 saw 400 people take part in a healthy walk.
Future Outlook
Looking ahead, the City Council gave the green light to revise municipal ordinances on 27 March 2026, updating prices and regulations, and incorporating two new ones on 24 March 2026. This move aims to modernise local governance. Furthermore, the Generalitat and the City Council reinforced their coordination on 10 April 2026 to push forward key service and infrastructure projects, indicating continued development and collaboration for Mollerussa's future.
