Okay, here’s a breakdown of teh news article, summarizing the key points and the conflict:
Headline: MTC and Municipality of Lima Clash Over South Express Way Project – Is it a Fine or a Notification?
The Core Conflict:
The Municipality of Lima (MML) is undertaking work on the South Express Way (paving and “recovering” public space).The Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) has issued a notification initiating a sanctioning administrative procedure, stating the MML lacks a current, valid environmental certificate for the project. The MML claims this is an unfair “fine” and politically motivated harassment, while the MTC insists it’s a standard procedure to ensure environmental compliance.
Key Points – Municipality of Lima’s Position:
Claims it’s within their rights: the MML argues that recovering public space falls under its authority and that the project is covered by an emergency declaration (Ordinance No. 2660). Dismisses environmental certification requirement: They believe demanding an environmental certification for this type of work is “excessive.”
Accusations of a “mafia”: Mayor Rafael López Aliaga alleges the MTC’s action is retaliation for the MML’s attempt to “recover” land and is part of a corrupt system that drains project budgets.
Continues Work: The MML asserts the project will continue despite the MTC’s procedure.
Key Points – MTC’s Position:
It’s a Notification, Not a Fine: milagros Verástegui Salazar (MTC General Director of Environmental Affairs) clarifies that no sanction has been applied yet.It’s a notification initiating a process to determine if a sanction is warranted.
Expired Certification: The MTC points out that the previous environmental certification for the South Express Way expired in 2020. Standard procedure: They emphasize that all projects require a valid environmental certification before work begins, regardless of size.
OEFA Complaint: The procedure was initiated following a complaint from the Environmental Evaluation and Supervision Agency (OEFA) regarding potential impacts on green areas.
Denies Political Motivation: Deputy Minister Ismael Sutta Soto denies any political harassment.
Due Process: The MML has 15 business days to present a defense, and the procedure can take up to nine months.
in essence: The MML sees this as an attack on their management and a roadblock to a necessary public works project. The MTC views it as enforcing environmental regulations and ensuring proper procedures are followed.
Let me know if you’d like me to elaborate on any specific aspect of the article!
