Saying goodbye to a life partner is never easy, but in Ceuta, this ordeal has become even more bitter over the years due to a lack of adequate facilities. Until now, the only option for many families was an undignified end, something that clashed head-on with the emotional bond that is established with companion animals in the autonomous city, where thousands of pets live together.
Fortunately, the news coming this week from the Regional Government Palace brings a breath of fresh air and, above all, a clear roadmap. After years of promises that seemed to fade away, the project of Ceuta pet crematorium It has reached a cruising speed that points to an imminent reality, with a confirmed location and a budget allocation that leaves no doubt about the intention of the local government.
A strategic relocation in the port
Although the Santa Catalina area was initially considered for the construction of this building, various administrative problems forced the engineers to look for an alternative that would not further delay the process. Finally, the The port esplanade has been chosen as the location to house this much-needed service. The decision is not insignificant, as it allows for leveraging the synergies of Servilimpce's new cleaning facility, optimizing public resources without the two activities interfering with each other.
Acemsa's Board of Directors plans to address the final location within this port area immediately. Being situated next to already planned infrastructure, it They will save on access and supply costs energy, which ensures that Ceuta residents' money is used wisely. Furthermore, this location offers easy vehicle access, which was one of the main requests from users during these critical times.
Technical details and budget of the center
We're not talking about a small renovation, but a major project that will involve an approximate investment of 345.000 euros for its full executionThe center has been designed as a comprehensive space that strictly complies with current environmental and health regulations, avoiding any kind of disturbance or negative impact on the environment.
Among the most outstanding technical features of the future facility, we can find the following:
- A crematorium oven with the capacity to process between 100 and 150 kilos in weight.
- Cold storage rooms for proper preservation of bodies before the process.
- A waiting room designed so that families can spend the final moments with serenity.
- Advanced systems of emissions control and ventilation to guarantee absolute hygiene.
The intention of those in charge is that this service not be a mere administrative formality, but a a space that exudes respect and dignityTherefore, special emphasis has been placed on ensuring that the building is completely independent of the cleaning base, with its own entrance and an aesthetic appropriate to the function it will perform.
A commitment that goes beyond politics
The Health Minister, Nabila Benzina, has responded to the criticism by stating that this project is a firm commitment to the citizens And not an empty promise to get by. As he explained, bureaucracy is sometimes slower than we would all like, especially when emotions are involved, but the steps being taken now are firm and backed by the necessary technical reports.
Even within the labor movement, this initiative has been viewed favorably. The SITA union branch at Servilimpce not only supports the crematorium but has also proposed lowering the prices for using this service. symbolic for families with fewer resourcesFurthermore, they have suggested that, in the future, the creation of a animal cemetery through agreements with other institutions, thus expanding the options for the owners of the more than 10.000 pets registered in the city.
With the port location approved and the budget finalized, Ceuta is preparing to close a chapter of shortcomings in animal welfare. This new municipal facility will finally allow animals that have been part of our homes to receive the care they need. respectful treatment they deserve at the end of their lives, becoming a reality that addresses a social sensitivity that could no longer wait to see its expectations fulfilled.
