The Belo Horizonte City Hall has taken a significant step in environmental management by creating a permanent commission aimed at monitoring and improving the water quality of Lagoa da Pampulha. This decision, published in the official city diary, highlights the importance of maintaining one of the city’s iconic landmarks. The commission is endorsed by the city’s Secretary of the Environment, João Paulo Menna Barreto de Castro Ferreira, demonstrating the local government's commitment to environmental sustainability.

The newly formed commission is tasked with two primary responsibilities: to propose innovative technologies and best practices for cleaning and maintaining the lagoon, and to oversee the bidding processes associated with pollution control and water-quality improvements. This initiative is expected to lead to practical solutions that can alleviate the ongoing challenges related to water cleanliness in the lagoon area, which is pivotal not just for aesthetics but also for ecological health.

Comprising ten members from the Municipal Secretariat of the Environment, including its secretary, the commission is well-positioned to implement these goals effectively. The establishment of this body reflects a proactive approach by the local government to address environmental issues within urban settings, particularly in high-profile recreational areas such as Lagoa da Pampulha, ensuring its preservation for future generations.