Residents Criticize Neglect and Inefficiency in Mogno and Caneve

“Those who live beyond the Sarca, around Mogno and Caneve, are second-class citizens, actually C-class, considering the poor treatment by the municipal administration towards residents of the ‘headquarters’.” Strong criticisms come from Roberto Bresciani, a member of the Patto council group, who, tired of the disinterest shown by the town council and its technical office regarding the densely populated area, has become the spokesperson for people’s protests and expectations.

State of the Streets and Squares

“The situation, which worsens over time, I know very well since I live here,” – says the councilor – “but everyone can see it: Piazza Italia, one of the main entrances to the garden city, looks like a dismal suburban area of certain anonymous metropolises. Neglect is everywhere.”

Roberto Bresciani goes into detail: “The ‘peculiarity’ of the square is those two ugly flowerbeds enclosed by precast concrete curbs, painted in a yellowish color that makes them even more unsightly. Several of these, knocked by cars, seem to be thrown there by chance. Almost two billion lira have been spent to improve the gardens in the city center, but here not even a lira. Not even a hint of a proper flowerbed or ornamental plant.”

Last summer, at residents’ request, a rusty iron structure with flower pots was placed on the flowerbeds. An eyesore that was fortunately removed. Here is the ideal habitat for dogs’ needs.”

The Patto councilor then lists a series of “disgusting sights.” The asphalt is full of potholes and uneven surfaces, with several patches, also in different colors. The curbs of the sidewalks, cracked in multiple spots, reveal dangerous pieces of metal reinforcement. The pedestrian crossing leading to via Santoni, where the area’s only tobacco shop is located, has collapsed and is unusable for wheelchairs.

Then there is an unwanted “monument” that has been standing for some years beside the flowerbeds. It’s a dilapidated shelter, probably abandoned, coming from via Santoni. It no longer serves any purpose since the Atesina bus stop has been relocated. The worst part is that a little further along, people wait for buses and schoolchildren for the school bus without any shelter, and when it rains, their feet are in puddles.

Criticisms and Conclusions

“It’s a classic case of inefficiency of the public administration,” – concludes Roberto Bresciani bitterly – “hoping it will change is a dream.”