The councilor president of the Hortaleza district, David Pérez, has announced significant developments for the Madrid district. Among the highlighted projects are the upcoming completion of the eighth municipal business incubator and the expectation that the new Sanchinarro sports center will be operational by early next spring.
In an interview with Canal 33 TV and Radio Intercontinental Madrid, Pérez explained that construction on the Sanchinarro sports center has already begun. This facility, for which the first stone was laid before summer, is considered essential for the neighborhood and will also serve the areas of Virgen del Cortijo and other nearby enclaves.
The councilor is confident that the sports facility will be ready by early spring, asserting that municipal works in Madrid are progressing at "cruising speed." He emphasized the City Council's demand for contracting companies to meet deadlines and maintain quality.
Another new facility mentioned is the Valdebebas cultural center, which is already completed and scheduled for a forthcoming inauguration, commencing operations on October 1st. Registrations for this center have already surpassed 3,277 people.
Pérez expressed concern about addressing the growth in new areas such as Valdebebas, Sanchinarro, and the future neighborhood of La Solana, without neglecting older neighborhoods. In the latter, renovations will be carried out in schools, senior centers, and parks, alongside urban regeneration projects in areas like Manoteras or Alcorisa.
The announcement of the eighth municipal business incubator in Hortaleza is part of the effort to foster a "healthy, sporty, and innovative" district. Pérez highlighted the connection between universities, research, businesses, and innovation, describing investment in innovation applied to people as "the best possible investment."
In the educational sector, the City Council has invested six million euros in all district schools during the current term. This summer alone, two million euros were allocated to improvements in centers such as Garcilaso, focusing on safety, accessibility, and climate control.
Additionally, an investment of four million euros has been announced to improve 13 educational centers, five nursery schools, four basic sports facilities, and five senior centers. Among the completed works is the comprehensive renovation of the Nuestra Señora de la Merced senior center.
In sports, over seven million euros have been invested in the district's sports center pools to ensure they are "fully operational." Hortaleza ranks as the district in Madrid with the most users of sports facilities.
The councilor linked the district's development with the presence of health and technology companies, mentioning firms like Novo Nordisk, Philips, and AMA, as well as research projects and a new pediatric oncology center currently underway. The district also has three hospitals and a network of health centers.
David Pérez stated that Hortaleza is specializing in health services and develops school programs to educate minors on healthy habits, including nutrition, sports, and responsible use of technology and screens.
Reflecting on the legislative term, Pérez assured that the electoral program is being fulfilled, facilities have been renovated, and all neighborhoods have seen action. He advocated for municipal decentralization, summarizing his management approach with the phrase "governing is listening," and emphasizing that public funds should be spent "to the last euro" on what is needed.
