La Mirada controversy and new residence dominate Sant Cugat's weekly news

The mayor casts doubt on the construction of La Mirada school amid details released for the new 120-bed senior residence.

Generic image of a construction project or a senior care facility.
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Generic image of a construction project or a senior care facility.

The debate surrounding the necessity of La Mirada school and the details of the future senior residence defined the news agenda in Sant Cugat del Vallès during the week of December 14.

The controversy over the La Mirada school resurfaced after the mayor of Sant Cugat, Josep Maria Vallès, questioned its construction due to falling birth rates. These statements generated strong rejection from his governing partner, the educational community, and opposition groups.

The mayor's statements about La Mirada school have generated a crisis of confidence with governing partners and the educational community.

Regarding social urban planning, the Sant Cugat City Council detailed the new residence for the elderly. It will have a capacity of 120 places for users and 30 day-center places. Construction is expected to begin in the summer of 2026, with the facility becoming operational in 2028.
Other prominent issues included wildlife management. Expert Gregorio Mentaberre discussed African Swine Fever (ASF) and the situation of wild boars in Collserola, where the population has halved in the last three years. Simultaneously, local restaurants expressed concern over the drop in business due to park restrictions.
Finally, the mandatory use of masks in health centers and residences to contain the flu tested local pharmacies. On the commercial front, Imma Serraboguñà, from Polleries Imma at Mercat de Torreblanca, was recognized at the Commerce Night before her retirement.