In a significant move to revitalize Santiago, President Luis Abinader unveiled three transformative projects on Sunday, marking a new chapter in the city’s development. The initiatives include the restoration of the historic Yaque Lodging Center, the creation of the Mirador del Yaque park in the “Nueva York Chiquito” district, and a series of sanitation programs aimed at improving public health and urban aesthetics. These projects are designed to modernize infrastructure, reclaim public spaces, and elevate the quality of life for Santiago’s residents. The Yaque Lodging Center, Santiago’s primary public market, will undergo a comprehensive renovation to serve as a central hub for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and local farmers. President Abinader emphasized that this project addresses long-standing community demands and will be developed through inclusive consultations, ensuring representation from all business sectors. The government has committed RD$658 million from the recently approved supplementary budget to fund these endeavors, with approximately 70% allocated to the Yaque Lodging Center and the remainder dedicated to sanitation efforts, including the cleanup of the Gurabo ravine. If the bidding process proceeds as planned, the president anticipates the market’s transformation will be finalized by early 2027, heralding a new era of prosperity and sustainability for Santiago.
Abinader transfers RD$658 million to Santiago City Council for development projects
