Reus City Council has approved its Sidewalk Plan 2025, allocating over €340,000 to extensive sidewalk renovations across the city, aiming to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility.
The significant investment will target five key streets and avenues where deterioration from age and intensive use has been identified. These include Frederic Soler with Bernat Cabrera, Doctor Domènech, Roger de Belfort, Constantí, and Avinguda de Pere el Cerimoniós.
The project seeks to rectify damage caused by the ageing of materials, the impact of heavy loading and unloading vehicles, and the disruptive action of tree roots, which frequently deform the pavement. These improvements are designed to create a more secure and accessible urban environment for residents and visitors alike.
Targeting Key Deterioration
Under the plan, sidewalks will be refurbished with new finishes, utilising either traditional 'panot' tiles or pre-fabricated concrete paving with a granite appearance, depending on the specific characteristics of each section. Kerb ramps will also be adapted to facilitate pedestrian access and improve overall accessibility, according to the City Council.
The selection of the intervention zones was based on technical criteria, including the level of degradation, road safety considerations, and adherence to current regulations. This systematic approach ensures that areas most in need of attention are prioritised.
Daniel Marcos, the Councillor for Public Roads, emphasised that these actions directly address identified needs within the city and are being executed in a planned manner. "These interventions respond to the needs detected in the city and are executed in a planned way," Marcos told reporters, adding that smaller-scale interventions continue to be managed by the Municipal Brigades, complementing this broader investment plan.
With the plan now approved, the City Council will proceed with the tendering process for the works, with renovations expected to commence in the coming months. This initiative underscores Reus's ongoing commitment to modernising its urban infrastructure and improving the quality of life for its inhabitants through enhanced public spaces.
