Western Malecon promenade announced

The City Government of Santo Domingo and the Ministry of Public Works have announced the construction of the 30 de Mayo Maritime Walk on the Malecon from Abraham Lincoln to Km. 12 (Manresa), connecting with the Gregorio Luperon Avenue. RD$253 million will be invested on a 50-50 basis by the two institutions. Santo Domingo Mayor Roberto Salcedo announced that five-meter sidewalks will be built, trees will be planted and seating will be installed. Minister of Public Works Gonzalo Castillo said that work would begin immediately so that the new promenade is ready for use by Christmastime, as reported in Listin Diario.

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