- The budget for 2025 has been approved with the votes in favour of the Partido Popular government team, against the PSOE and Sueña Torrevieja, and the abstention of VOX.
The Municipal Plenary has approved this morning the municipal budgets for 2025, which amount to 168,554,595 euros, 6.8% more than in 2024, which was 157,832,418 euros. A budget that with its own income, excluding investments, would be 137,036,131 euros, which increases with its own funds by more than 22.2 million euros.
In this way, the City Council of Torrevieja becomes the first in the Valencian Community to approve its public accounts.
Understanding the Budget
This budget aims to continue the transformation of the city, building upon the successes of the 2024 budget. It includes updates to both income and expenditure forecasts, reflecting the current economic context and positioning Torrevieja as a leading city.
Key Points of the Budget
Social Policies: A significant focus is on strengthening social services, especially for vulnerable populations. This includes increased funding for home care, child care, and programs to combat energy poverty.
Personnel: There is a substantial increase in the municipal workforce, including the creation of new positions in social work and the local police force. A new local employment plan is also introduced, aiming to create 30-40 jobs.
Services: The budget maintains and increases services without raising taxes. This includes investments in parks, gardens, public transport, and waste management.
Investments: A significant portion of the budget is allocated to various infrastructure projects, such as road repairs, park renovations, and the modernization of public buildings.
Housing: The budget supports affordable housing initiatives, including partnerships with regional housing authorities and the creation of a municipal housing company.
Environment: There is a strong focus on environmental initiatives, with increased funding for green spaces and sustainable transportation.
Specific Allocations
The budget includes detailed allocations for various departments, including:
Social Services: Increased funding for home care, child care, and programs for the elderly.
Public Safety: Investments in the local police force, including new vehicles, equipment, and training facilities.
Infrastructure: Funding for road repairs, park renovations, and public building improvements.
Housing: Allocations for affordable housing initiatives and the creation of a municipal housing company.
Environment: Increased funding for parks, gardens, and sustainable transportation.
Overall Goals
The 2025 budget seeks to:
Improve the quality of life for residents.
Stimulate the local economy.
Position Torrevieja as a leading city.
Protect the environment.
