The councilor for public works, Marco Granelli, faced backlash from merchants and residents regarding the significant construction planned for Via Torino and Cesare Correnti. Set to begin next Tuesday, the project will remove 65% of the pavement, creating massive disruptions in traffic and public transport until mid-October. Many local stakeholders only learned about the project through secondary means, despite the municipality announcing it back in February.

Alessia Comini, a condominium administrator on Via Correnti, expressed frustration over the lack of communication from the municipality. She emphasized the role of administrators as crucial liaisons between the government and the citizens. With extraordinary works in contract since the end of March, Comini is left in the dark about whether businesses can proceed, raising concerns about potential financial losses for property owners who depend on timely project execution to maintain their tax deductions.

This situation highlights the tension between local governance and community needs, as merchants fear their businesses will suffer from reduced customer access during construction. The absence of any proposed financial aids from the municipality exacerbates these concerns, suggesting a disconnect between the council's planning efforts and the practical realities faced by the local economy. As local businesses brace for the disruptions, the council’s approach could lead to long-term implications for both business viability in the area and public trust in local governance.