Minister Collado says that the intervention of Plaza Canito responds to a long-standing demand of the community
The Minister of Tourism, David Collado, began work this Sunday on the reconstruction of the Plaza Marcelino Marte (Canito), with an investment of more than 32 million pesos.
The work on the Marcelino Marte Plaza, better known as Canito Park, includes a total area of 3,690 square meters.
The intervention includes the reconstruction of 1,190 square meters of paved road, the entire perimeter of the park, the small square of 160 square meters, in addition to the park.
It also includes the reconstruction of the basketball court, the construction of new bleachers, the renovation of the surface and a sports lighting system to make better use of the area.
Minister Collado said that with the start of this work, a long-standing demand of the residents of Guayacanes is being met and highlighted its impact on tourism in that destination and the community.
“This intervention will have a direct impact on the community and strengthens this beautiful destination,” said the official, who was accompanied by the main local and provincial authorities, as well as tourism entrepreneurs.
The reconstruction of the Plaza popularly known as Canito includes the reconstruction of 580 square meters of sidewalk and 648 linear meters of curbs around the park.
The entire intervention includes lighting, landscaping, access ramp and road signage to provide the community with a better recreational and sports space.
The work will be carried out by the Comité Ejecutor de Infraestructuras de Zonas TurÃsticas (CEIZTUR), which is directed by Yaneris Then, for a total amount of RD$32,599,344.30.
Source:Mitur.gob.do
