“The first stage of studies for the establishment of a modern alternative household waste landfill has been completed,” stated Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze during a municipal government meeting.
According to Mayor Kaladze, several locations within a 50-kilometer radius of Tbilisi have been identified, and the selected areas are currently under examination to facilitate the project’s launch. He noted that Tbilisi City Hall is collaborating with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), which has provided specialized expertise for the process.
Kaladze emphasized that the existing household waste landfill does not meet modern standards and that residents of the Didi Lilo settlement have voiced complaints about unsanitary conditions for many years.
Turning to other projects, the Tbilisi Mayor announced plans to install an additional 200 electric vehicle chargers throughout the city to enhance the ecological landscape of the capital. He confirmed that the auction for this initiative has been completed, and the winning companies have been selected.
While reviewing ongoing infrastructure projects, Kaladze shared that the Mtatsminda district administration has initiated roadworks in the Tsavkisi settlement, detailing that ten streets will be reconstructed and a two-layer asphalt surface will be laid over 10,500 square meters.
In addition, he announced the rehabilitation of Zhiuli Shartava Square on Kipshidze Street in the Vake district. Approximately one hectare of land will be transformed into a recreational area featuring trees and plants, irrigation systems, walkways, and attractions.
“Approximately two million Georgian Lari will be allocated for the implementation of this project, and the work is expected to be completed by the end of the year,” he said.
Regarding social initiatives, Kakha Kaladze revealed that Tbilisi City Hall plans to allocate GEL 10 million to provide necessary medicines for socially vulnerable pensioners. This program, which benefits 25,000 individuals, has been effective for three years.
“We must all ensure that our country’s economy develops in a manner that minimizes the number of families and individuals in need. Prosperity should reach every family and be felt by every citizen,” he concluded.
