The Cabildo of Lanzarote has asked Haría Ayuntamiento to temporarily pass over control of the pier at Playa La Garita in Arrieta, so that it can carry out renovation works.
The pier is a wooden walkway on the northern side of Playa La Garita which leads to a concrete island that is used by swimmers.
The President of the Cabildo, Oswaldo Betancort, said “this infrastructure has become a symbol for Arrieta and for all of Lanzarote, so we cannot allow it to continue deteriorating.”
“Although the maintenance and conservation of this facility is the responsibility of Haría Council, we’re offering a helping hand because the recovery of emblematic public spaces must be placed above any other administrative consideration. The important thing is that residents and visitors can once again enjoy this space with safety guaranteed,” added Betancort.
The offer comes after a report which recommended immediate action to stop the deterioration of the pier, which has been closed to the public for safety reasons.
Two weeks ago, Haría’s Mayor, Alfredo Villalba, called for the Cabildo’s help in repairing the pier, saying “We don’t have the resources to carry out such a project in such a way that safety can be guaranteed.”
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