A controversial action to Batoi
The recent felling of mature trees in the Batoi district has caused a wave of criticism by the Citizen Platform to win Alcoy. This action was performed as part of the works of a new bike lane that will connect Batoi with Santa Rosa, but neighbors and activists question the need for this measure.
Critics of the lack of urban vision
According to Alcoi, the felling of the trees, who were more than 25 years old, demonstrates a long -term lack of planning. Mari Carmen Paredes, councilor of the platform, emphasized that these trees were not only healthy, but also contributed to mitigating the extreme temperatures that are becoming a constant in the city.
A sustainable city model in danger
Paredes said that urban planning actions cannot be isolated, and that a truly habitable city requires a coherent vision that integrates sustainable mobility needs with the preservation of green heritage. The felling of trees in the park of Batoi, a very frequented place, is considered a contradiction in a project that, in theory, seeks to reduce CO₂ emissions.
The need for careful planning
The platform has stated that urban planning actions are often carried out with the aim of fulfilling execution periods to access subsidies, without taking into account the impact on natural heritage. This perspective has generated a great deal of concern among the neighbors, who call for a thorough review of the decisions made.
Proposals for a green future
Winning Alcoy has proposed that the cut trees be replaced by species that are best adapted to the local environment, such as the Lledoners, instead of the maple, which could have difficulty prospering in this urban area. In addition, it is demanded that the future urban planning actions be accompanied by a consultation process with the affected community.
Reflections on urban development
Councilor Paredes concluded with a forceful message about the relationship between the city and nature, emphasizing that ‘a city cannot evolve against the environment, but it must do it in harmony with it’. The shadow of a tree cannot be replaced by artificial solutions, and it is imperative that urban planning prioritizes the care and protection of our environment.