SESIÓN DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL DE GUAYAQUIL # 175 - 18 JUNIO DEL 2026 #GUAYAQUIL

La Basura y su Impacto en la Salud

Problemas de Salud Asociados a la Basura

• La basura no solo es antiestética, sino que también puede causar enfermedades. Insectos como moscas y cucarachas pueden contaminar alimentos.

• El consumo de alimentos y agua contaminada puede llevar a problemas graves como diarrea, vómito y parasitosis.

• La descomposición de la basura puede afectar el sistema respiratorio, los pulmones e incluso provocar infecciones.

• El contacto directo con desechos químicos y biológicos representa un riesgo significativo para la salud.

Prevención y Responsabilidad Comunitaria

• Es fundamental protegerse contra las enfermedades causadas por la basura; la prevención está en manos de cada individuo.

• Se enfatiza el acompañamiento en el proceso de autodescubrimiento personal, apoyando a las personas mientras buscan sus propias metas.

Compromiso con el Futuro

Apoyo Continuo

• A pesar de los desafíos, se celebra cada etapa de vida junto a los ciudadanos, incrementando el presupuesto en un 35% para más programas y oportunidades.

• Se destaca que una vida digna se construye mediante apoyo mutuo dentro de la comunidad.

Importancia del Respeto Comunitario

• La recolección adecuada de basura depende del respeto por los horarios establecidos; se insta a guardar residuos si no son recogidos a tiempo.

• Mantener una buena higiene personal es clave para una comunidad sana; se anima a todos a hacer su parte.

Sesión Ordinaria del Consejo Municipal

Bienvenida y Reconocimientos

• Saludo especial a autoridades presentes, incluyendo un reconocimiento al aniversario de Pozorja por sus 132 años.

Desarrollo de la Sesión

• Inicio formal de la sesión número 175 del Consejo Municipal; confirmación del quórum necesario para proceder con los puntos del orden del día.

Modificación del Orden del Día

Propuestas Presentadas

• Se propone modificar el orden del día para incluir una solicitud específica presentada por una concejala; esta moción es apoyada por otros miembros.

Celebraciones Personales

• Se celebra el cumpleaños de una concejala durante la sesión, mostrando camaradería entre los miembros.

Proyecto sobre Asentamientos Humanos

Debate sobre Seguridad Ciudadana

• Se aborda el tema crítico de seguridad en Guayaquil, destacando cifras alarmantes sobre homicidios que afectan tanto a nivel local como nacional.

Compromiso Social

• Enfatiza que es responsabilidad municipal trabajar hacia soluciones preventivas enfocadas en niños y adolescentes, promoviendo espacios seguros lejos de actividades criminales.

Invitation to Municipalities Forum

Overview of the Forum

• The forum will include local municipalities such as Manta, Esmeraldas, Santo Domingo, and Guayaquil as the host city. It will also feature international participation from Cali Municipality in collaboration with the European Union.

• The focus is on sharing experiences and methodologies to strengthen education through lessons learned.

Public Policy Clarity

Importance of Collective Effort

• Emphasizes a clear public policy in Guayaquil that requires collaboration from all city stakeholders for effective implementation.

Acknowledgment of Leadership

Appreciation for Child Protection Initiatives

• Acknowledges the mayor's vision and planning efforts aimed at protecting children in Guayaquil. This highlights community support for leadership initiatives.

Proposed Ordinance Reform

Details of the Reform

• Introduces a new general provision regulating total or partial exclusion of properties declared public utility within regularization processes. This aims to correct past errors affecting property owners wrongly included in human settlement regularizations.

Support for Beneficiaries

Community Impact

• Highlights over 27 sectors benefiting from this reform, seeking council support to continue aiding families in Guayaquil through these changes.

Motion Elevation

Council Support

• The motion presented by Councilor Emilia Rivera received unanimous support during voting, indicating strong consensus among council members on this issue.

Approval of Agenda Item

Next Steps

• The Municipal Council of Guayaquil approved point 2 on the agenda and moved forward with point 3 regarding legal reports related to vehicle and machinery transfers to various public entities.

Entities Receiving Transfers

List of Beneficiaries

• Contracts are authorized for transfer to several entities including:

• Government Autonomous Decentralized Parroquial Rural General Pedro J. Montero.

• Benemérito Cuerpo de Bomberos del Cantón Colímez.

• Cuerpo de Bomberos del Cantón Simón Bolívar.

• Other municipal governments like El Triunfo and San Jacinto de Uyaguachi.

Community Engagement

Importance of Participation

• Stresses the significance of community involvement both physically and digitally during council events, recognizing their role in decision-making processes that affect all residents of Guayaquil.

Positive Developments Amid Challenges

Addressing Negative Narratives

• Discusses how narratives about crime overshadow positive developments in Guayaquil; emphasizes ongoing efforts towards social reconstruction despite challenges posed by crime rates.

State Responsibility

Role of Government

• Calls for state action against rising crime rates while emphasizing that social reconstruction is essential to combatting criminal influences among youth lacking opportunities.

Investment in Social Development

Focus Areas

• Advocates for investment across various sectors including education, health, parks, and recreational areas as vital components for developing human potential and addressing societal issues effectively.

Collaborative Solutions

International Cooperation

• Highlights the importance of sharing ideas with decentralized governments facing similar challenges; seeks mutual enrichment through cooperation with international actors like the European Union amidst broader societal issues not solely caused by local governance failures.

Local Governance Challenges

Critique on Current Administration

• Critiques current government neglect towards local needs; stresses responsibility lies with municipal authorities to cooperate effectively amid political instability at higher levels (e.g., illegal prefecture takeover).

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Promoting Solidarity Among Decentralized Autonomous Governments

Importance of Accountability

• Emphasizes the need for decentralized governments to operate without political bias, ensuring accountability to their constituents.

Commitment to Community

• The speaker expresses a moral obligation to serve not just Guayaquil but also surrounding communities like Boliche and Simón Bolívar.

Support for Local Entities

• Acknowledges the transfer of machinery and vehicles from Guayaquil's municipality to local fire departments and municipalities, highlighting community support.

Inter-Institutional Cooperation

• Discusses how these transfers are part of inter-institutional cooperation aimed at enhancing operational capabilities among decentralized governments.

Solidarity in Action

• Stresses that true solidarity is demonstrated through impactful actions rather than mere rhetoric, aiming for positive change in people's lives.

Second Chances for Municipal Assets

Repurposing Unused Resources

• Highlights the initiative by Guayaquil's mayoralty to repurpose unused municipal assets as vital tools for other communities in need.

Transparency and Order in Transfers

• Emphasizes the importance of conducting asset transfers with transparency, supported by technical reports confirming that items are no longer useful for Guayaquil.

Legal Assurance

• Confirms that legal frameworks have been adhered to during the transfer process, ensuring compliance with regulations set by the General Comptroller’s Office.

Recognition of Historical Significance

Guayaquil's Role in National History

• The speaker asserts that Guayaquil has historically served as a guiding light for national liberation efforts since 1820, reinforcing its significance as a beacon of freedom.

Call for Justice

Ongoing Crisis Awareness

• Draw attention to the ongoing situation regarding Mayor Aquiles Álvarez's kidnapping, urging government action while emphasizing public safety concerns.

Approval Process Overview

Unanimous Support

• Reports on unanimous approval from council members regarding motions presented during the session, indicating strong collaborative governance.

Infrastructure Developments

Traffic Safety Improvements

• Acknowledges successful installation of traffic lights on Vía la Costa aimed at improving pedestrian safety and reducing accidents.

Community Impact

• The new traffic light will directly benefit residents from nearby cooperatives by providing safer crossing options.

Legal Support Initiatives

• Mentions ongoing legal processes related to a recent traffic accident involving a community member, showcasing commitment to justice and support for affected families.

Cultural Development Initiatives

Land Donation Proposal

• Proposes donating land in Pozorja for cultural development projects such as an acoustic shell intended to foster social cohesion through arts and recreation.

Community Engagement

• Recognizes local leaders' contributions towards revitalizing abandoned spaces into vibrant community hubs promoting culture and art.

Celebrating Cultural Initiatives in Posorja

Acknowledgment of Efforts

• The speaker congratulates Banolo and Alexandra Ayala, recognizing the hard work put into cultural initiatives that are set to benefit the community.

• Emphasizes the importance of the acoustic shell project, which has been a demand from many residents of Posorja, highlighting its significance for local culture.

Community Impact

• Expresses confidence that these projects will positively impact the parish, thanking Juanita for her contributions and support.

• Highlights Manuel Romero's role in facilitating a 50-year lease agreement for constructing an auditorium and event hall, funded by local government resources.

Vision for Culture and Arts

• Commends Alexandra Ayala’s vision aligning with municipal efforts to invest in arts and culture as vital components for preventing violence within communities.

• Argues that investing in cultural infrastructure is essential for long-term social transformation and fostering community engagement among youth.

Critique of National Policies

• Critiques national government decisions that reduce funding for cultural initiatives, contrasting this with local investments made by municipalities like GAT Parroquial.

• Reiterates support for local governance efforts to enhance cultural offerings despite national budget cuts affecting the Ministry of Culture.

Conclusion of Session

• Concludes with a vote of support from council members, indicating unanimous approval for the proposed initiatives aimed at enhancing community culture.

• Confirms that the motion presented by Manuel Romero was approved unanimously during voting.

Municipal Council Proceedings

Agenda Items Overview

• Transitioning to point 5 on the agenda regarding public utility declarations related to expropriation processes necessary for municipal development.

Licensing Requests

• Introduces point 6 concerning a licensing request from council member Chile Aldaz Balavé.

• Juanita Montero motions to approve Aldaz Malavé's license request, demonstrating collaborative decision-making among council members.

Voting Outcomes

• Multiple council members express their support for Aldaz Malavé’s motion leading to unanimous approval during voting sessions.

Closing Remarks

• The session concludes with confirmation that all agenda items have been addressed; gratitude is expressed towards attendees and participants.