The Tías City Council, through the Department of Environment headed by Carmen Gloria Rodríguez, has incorporated shade areas in Cruz Roja square, in Puerto del Carmen, and has strengthened the planting of native species to turn it into a space that fosters community gathering and "neighborhood green rest".
“We want it to be a place to stop, sit in the shade, talk, or simply enjoy the sound of birds and the tranquility. A small refuge within the urban environment that invites you to slow down and enjoy public space,” states Rodríguez.
The head of Environment explains that different specimens of spurges, tamarisks, dragon trees, savins, bugloss, and Canary Island houseleeks have recently been planted in Cruz Roja square, in addition to trees such as carob trees and ficus trees, all of them native and introduced species.
Taking into account the work promoted by the City Council, Cruz Roja square is thus transformed into a space designed for people. The incorporation of new shade areas, urban furniture, and more plantings allows for the enjoyment of a more comfortable and natural square, adapted for both rest and gathering.
“With this action, we continue to bet on a way of renewing our infrastructure in which nature, well-being, and coexistence go hand in hand. Because a square is not just a place to pass through. It is a space to meet, to share, and to enjoy,” indicates Rodríguez.
The renovation of public spaces is also a way to improve quality of life and make towns more friendly, green, and welcoming places. The World Health Organization (WHO) urges in its latest reports on urban spaces to replace rigid concrete with "green infrastructure" by preferably planting local flora that requires less water and attracts pollinators.
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