The Regional Government of Arequipa (GRA) only spent 25% of the approximately 700 billion soles allocated for the execution of works during 2022, despite the fact that half of the year has elapsed.
The general manager of the GRA, Yony Apaza, pointed out yesterday that this was one of the reasons why the resignation of the then infrastructure manager, Mario Calderón. In his replacement, Tomás Calderón Molina was temporarily appointed, while the trusted official is sought.
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Apaza asserted that look for another professional who has the commitment to work to unlock the works, but with experience and without background or investigations.
From his perspective, the former manager was unable to unblock the main works, but he hopes that At the end of the year, at least 75% of the budget can be spent.
Counselor Gloria Salas reported that this Monday at 10:00 a.m. councilors will meet with Governor Kimmerlee Gutiérrez to talk about Majes Siguas II and about the paralyzed works that could not yet be reactivated.
