¿Hay favorecimientos en millonario contrato para alumbrado público de Cali? Responde gerente Emcali

Concerns arise over the management of public lighting in Cali, as local officials discuss a controversial contract potentially favoring a private contractor. Roberto Ortiz, a city councilor, highlights irregularities in the bidding process for a public lighting project valued at 5 billion pesos, which is set to last nearly 20 years. He emphasizes the importance of keeping the management of public lighting within the city to ensure that funds are reinvested locally, similar to practices in Medellín.

Roger Mina, the general manager of Encalí, counters Ortiz's claims, asserting that the bidding process is transparent and open to all qualified contractors. He explains the necessity of modernizing the city's lighting infrastructure, which includes replacing outdated technologies with LED systems and implementing remote management capabilities. Mina insists that there is no intention to favor any specific contractor, despite allegations of political and economic interests influencing the project.

The discussion also touches on the need for a forensic audit to address the numerous observations and complaints lodged against the process. Ortiz calls for accountability from oversight bodies to investigate the claims he has made regarding potential favoritism and mismanagement. The dialogue reflects a broader concern about transparency and the effective use of public resources in Cali's infrastructure projects.