Cuenca4Ríos has cited Cuenca Mayor Cristian Zamora about cables hanging above streets:

"After almost 9 months of studies and evaluations, I have received the report to start a long process of controlling cables on poles. Only 9% of the poles with cables comply with current regulations, 47% do not comply with ANY regulations, and 43% comply with some regulations but not others.

Next week, I will make an official presentation of the current situation, inviting stakeholders and the general public. I will propose the start of public discussions and improvements to a draft ordinance.

I will explain the phases to organize the cables, require service providers to comply with the regulations, and outline the phases for underground cabling.

With determination and planning, we are starting this transformation process, which will take several years, but my administration has decided to begin a process of order after approving the ordinance that I will present to the Council."

On Monday, June 17, 2024, the municipality of Cuenca will begin the reconstruction of the "Francisco Sojos Jaramillo". This is the staircase to the history center that is located next to the Parque de la Madre, between Paseo 3 de Noviembre next to the river and Calle Larga in the historic center. The reconstructed staircase will have facilities such as a stair lift and handrails for people with disabilities and older adults. It will also feature an automated bicycle rail and LED lighting. The reconstruction is expected to be completed by mid-October this year.