Sesión Ordinaria del Concejo Municipal 10-02-26 8 am

Session of the Council Meeting

Opening Remarks and Quorum Verification

• The session begins at 8:21 AM on February 10, with a call to order by the presiding officer. The secretary is tasked with verifying quorum.

• Various council members confirm their presence, establishing that a quorum is met for proceeding with the meeting. Notable attendees include Regidora Milagritos Estier Quintana Mogollón and Regidor Óscar Fausto Fernández Cáceres.

Correspondence and Official Communications

• The secretary presents several official communications received, including an acknowledgment of receipt for various documents related to requests made by council members in previous sessions. This includes correspondence dated January 27, 2026, regarding service reports from January to December 2025.

• Additional documents acknowledged include legal opinions on license requests and declarations of income from council members, indicating ongoing administrative processes within the council's operations.

Administrative Requests and Decrees

• A series of official letters are noted concerning requests made by different regidores about fiscal oversight resources and other administrative matters dating back to late 2025 through early February 2026. These highlight the procedural nature of municipal governance.

• Key decrees published in the Diario Oficial del Peruano are discussed, including extensions for municipal service payments and adjustments to non-tax benefits related to administrative fines in La Molina district as part of ongoing fiscal management efforts.

Discussion on Land Use Changes

• The agenda includes a proposal regarding land use changes from public recreation zones to medium-density residential areas for specific properties in La Molina, reflecting urban planning considerations within local governance frameworks. This discussion aims at addressing community needs while balancing development interests.

Urbanization and Regulatory Decisions in La Molina

Overview of Requests and Proposals

• The meeting discusses a request from Ricardo Gilde Brandizáraga, Cecilia Mariela Galló Landazuri, and Carla Vanessa Ronceros Barbieri to change the zoning classification from public recreation area (ZRP) to residential in the urbanization Portal El Sol de la Molina.

• Another request is presented regarding the property at lot 22 Manzana F2 on Calle 14, also in Portal El Sol de la Molina, by Carlos Ricardo Gildebrán Lizárraga and others under ordinance 2080.

Cooperation Agreements

• Approval is sought for an inter-institutional cooperation agreement between the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima and La Molina District Municipality for monitoring cargo transport services.

• A proposal to assign nomenclature to a park named after engineer Emilio Jen Gómez Torre is introduced.

Licensing Requests

• Mayor Esteban Useda Guerra García requests a license for February 6-7, 2026. This item was not initially on the agenda and requires a vote for inclusion.

• The council votes unanimously to include the mayor's licensing request in the agenda.

Conducting Reports

• The council reminds members that reports should be concise (max 5 minutes), with no debate allowed. Respectful communication is emphasized as per Article 50 of their regulations.

• Members are warned against using offensive language; failure to comply may result in disciplinary action including suspension from office.

Reporting Insights

• Council member Quintana begins her report about a public bidding process related to cultural services at a community center in La Molina. She references specific documentation issues regarding consortium submissions.

• Quintana highlights discrepancies in required documents for bids, particularly concerning integrity agreements that were improperly submitted by only one member of a consortium instead of all members as mandated by law.

Financial Oversight Concerns

• Quintana notes that despite irregularities, one bid received full technical scoring (100%) amounting to approximately 15.6 million soles approved by the council previously.

• She raises concerns over another report presented by Regidor Ralph regarding fiscal oversight where $15,000 was spent without clear accountability or delineation of responsibilities among officials involved.

This structured summary captures key discussions from the transcript while providing timestamps for easy reference back to specific moments within the content.

Municipal Council Meeting Insights

Concerns Over Notarial Letters

• The speaker expresses frustration regarding the receipt of notarial letters from Municipal Hospitals SAT, emphasizing their previous support for the hospital's services in the district.

• They highlight that these letters are unfounded and disregard due process, questioning the awareness of the lawyer involved about consented actions.

• A call is made for the hospital management to review their processes before sending such letters, indicating a need for accountability among officials.

Positive Developments in Community Spaces

• Regidor Sánchez acknowledges improvements in local parks, particularly noting the installation of informative totems that enhance aesthetics and community awareness.

• These totems inform residents about community rules and responsible pet ownership, addressing complaints about park usage and maintenance.

• Emphasizes the importance of visible park names as part of district identity, fostering a sense of belonging among residents.

Infrastructure Improvements

• Highlights progress on repaving Avenida Los Ingenieros, which had been stalled due to lack of investment but is now receiving community support.

• Discusses concerns over a suspended project by Lima Metropolitana on Avenida Javier Prado due to chaos caused during initial phases; stresses proper signaling and responsibility before proceeding with large-scale works.

Traffic Safety Initiatives

• Addresses traffic safety needs in Musa and Viña Alta where residents have requested speed bumps due to accidents; suggests collaboration with sustainable mobility initiatives for effective solutions.

Fire Department Support

• Regidora Fabiola Vázquez reports successful acquisition of a multipurpose truck for Molina 96 fire company through participatory budgeting—an unprecedented achievement in municipal support.

• Commends municipal leadership and team efforts that enabled this project’s completion after previous unsuccessful attempts at funding.

Community Engagement and Local Governance

Initiatives for Community Empowerment

• The speaker discusses the involvement of entrepreneurs who have been providing free guidance to various age groups in the community, emphasizing their willingness to train and mentor neighbors on entrepreneurship.

• Coordination with Dr. Wong is mentioned as a step towards evaluating this opportunity for community development.

Addressing Community Concerns

• Regidor Álvaro Puga reports receiving a notarial letter from municipal hospitals regarding alleged judicial non-compliance and precautionary measures, urging municipal management to investigate these claims.

• Regidor Talavera raises concerns about an incident on January 27, where he was interrupted after speaking for 4 minutes and 48 seconds, highlighting a potential violation of procedural regulations that allow for 5 minutes of speaking time.