A Refreshing Vision of the Armentera
Cèlia Garbí Lamich, born in Barcelona in 1960, has been a resident of Armentera since 1983. As a history teacher at the Palafrugell high school, she led an independent candidacy with the support of Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya (ERC) last year, winning the municipal elections and becoming the mayoress of the town.
Since her election, Mayoress Garbí has been committed to revitalizing Armentera with a focus on citizen participation. In a recent interview, he highlighted the importance of the construction of a new school, the restoration of buildings such as Sala Nova and the implementation of participatory budgeting.
A Year of Changes and Challenges
When asked about her experience at the helm of municipal government, the mayor described the last year as dizzying, highlighting efforts to advance the established program. With a focus on cleaning the village and restoring buildings, such as the Sala Nova, the municipal team has also sought to boost citizen participation and cultural activity through a theater season.
The mayor also expressed the hope that participatory budgets will motivate the community to present projects to improve the town, stressing the importance of making people feel that the town is theirs and that their contributions are valuable.
A Commitment to the Community
Cèlia Garbí Lamich shared her satisfaction at being the first female mayor of Armentera and highlighted the normality and respect with which she has been received by the community. In addition, he stressed the importance of the renovation of the school as part of his commitment to education and the development of the village.
Regarding environmental challenges, the mayor recognized the effects of climate change on the community and expressed her intention to raise awareness among the population on this issue, especially in relation to water restrictions and other consequences of the drought.
Growth and Future Challenges
The interview also addressed the growth of the Armentera population, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that this phenomenon entails. The mayor recognized the benefits of a growing community, but also expressed her determination to maintain controlled growth to preserve the quality of life of citizens.
