In northern Guayaquil, major urban renewal projects are underway in the city sectors of Quisquís and Miraflores, particularly focused on Avenida Vicente Maldonado Vera and Félix Sarmiento Núñez. The urban upgrade aims to enhance street conditions, curbs, and drainage systems for rain, wastewater, and potable water. The project commenced this week and has prompted the Agency of Transit and Mobility (ATM) to announce traffic diversions and road closures to accommodate construction efforts.

The urban renovation is crucial for improving pedestrian safety, benefiting not only residents and shopkeepers but also students from the Faculty of Social Communication of the University of Guayaquil. The plan includes a complete reconstruction of roads, which will likely enhance the quality of transport as well. In its initial phase, traffic will be halted in the Quisquís neighborhood starting from the intersection of Vicente Maldonado Carbo Street and Calle 15 NO, affecting local access and flow.

This construction is not just a civic improvement but also shows the city's commitment to addressing urban infrastructure challenges. As the city seeks to modernize its transport routes in conjunction with creating safer environments for pedestrians, potential disruptions are expected as residents adapt to altered transportation systems. Overall, this project represents a comprehensive effort likely to improve urban living conditions in the long term, despite the immediate adjustments required for commuters during construction.