The restoration project on La Rosa Street enters a new stage starting from this Monday, initiating alterations to traffic within an undertaking managed by the Departments of Works and Mobility.
As part of this new phase on La Rosa Street, which spans between San Antonio and San Francisco Javier streets, the asphalt will commence being removed. This will lead to alterations in the direction of San Francisco Javier Street between Santiago and La Rosa streets.
The restoration efforts for this key route in El Toscal, led by the Infrastructure department, involve establishing new sanitation and stormwater systems, complemented by irrigation networks and various other improvements.
The school bus stop along San Antonio Street will be influenced throughout its length, necessitating a change in signage to replace the present S-17 with the R-308 designation to prohibit parking and permit only school-related stops, accompanied by a clear indication on the sign.
Furthermore, for heavy vehicle access related to the work, the removal of all parking spaces on Santiago Street between San Antonio and San Francisco Javier streets is essential.
To facilitate pedestrian flow along San Francisco Javier, should the pedestrian crossing at the junction with La Rosa Street be occupied, it will be relocated to the adjacent section, which must adhere to the accessibility standards established for temporary pedestrian crossings.
The Mayor of Santa Cruz, José Manuel Bermúdez, emphasised that “we are engaged in an extensive rehabilitation of this section of El Toscal, which, upon completion, will enhance the area’s appeal and improve the living conditions of its residents.” Therefore, we anticipate that these traffic changes will minimally disrupt the local community.
The Infrastructure Councillor, Javier Rivero, remarked that on La Rosa Street, “we are undertaking a complex project, and with this latest phase, we aim to progress while minimising any inconvenience to residents, shopkeepers, and users.”
The Councillor for Mobility and Universal Accessibility, Evelyn Alonso, highlighted that “we have implemented all necessary safety measures to ensure that both vehicle and pedestrian traffic is not impeded, with modifications clearly signposted, marked, and safeguarded in the occupied areas and designated safety zones.”
