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Almeida resumes work at the mayor's office following his paternity break, expressing his intent: "Should elections occur presently, I would be a competitor."

This morning, the newly elected mayor was sworn in at the Glass Courtyard of the Town Hall Square, emphasizing a commitment to their political agenda with the same fervor, ambition, and exuberance.

Almeida resumes work at the mayor's office following paternity leave; expresses potential candidacy...
Almeida resumes work at the mayor's office following paternity leave; expresses potential candidacy for mayoral elections if held immediately.

Almeida resumes work at the mayor's office following his paternity break, expressing his intent: "Should elections occur presently, I would be a competitor."

Madrid's Mayor Returns to Work Amidst Major Infrastructural Developments

Madrid's Mayor, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, has returned to work after a two-month paternity leave, facing a city in the midst of significant infrastructural changes. The city is executing a series of works not seen since the M-30 tunnel was built, including projects in Ventas, Castellana, and the A-5 tunnel.

Upon his return, the mayor was surrounded by his councilors. He emphasized the importance of controlled immigration, stating that illegal immigration is a complex issue that cannot be resolved through 'goodism'. He argued that a policy of 'open-door' policies is not a solution, but a well-thought-out immigration policy is essential.

One of the major works being carried out is on Castellana, where an alternative mobility plan has been implemented to minimize traffic jams. The mayor warned of the consequences that can arise from the radicalization of political parties' discourses. He also condemned recent incidents of violence, including the rape of a minor near a reception center in the district of Hortaleza and the assault of two minor migrants.

The new school year has begun with the Reside Plan for tourist apartments already in effect. This plan, according to the mayor, is crucial for ensuring good coexistence and the economic engine of tourism in Madrid. The ordinance for terraces and mobility are currently being worked on, with the City Council willing to adopt any amendments that could improve the texts.

However, these infrastructural developments are expected to cause mobility problems when the school year resumes. The A-5 works, which were predicted by the opposition to lead to an "apocalypse", are currently progressing as planned. The opposition's concerns about the Ventas works may be alleviated as the mayor announced that by December, there will be fewer daily disruptions in the Ventas works.

The city is also incorporating over 150,000 square meters of green zones into the city's green heritage as part of these works. The waste tax, a norm imposed by a state law, is a bill that the City Council had to implement against its will and design without clear guidelines. The bill for this year will have to be paid all at once.

Despite the challenges, the mayor remains optimistic about the future of Madrid. He reiterated his commitment to ensuring the city's growth and development while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all its residents and visitors. As for his political affiliations, there is no information available about Helena Cortés's membership in any political party.

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