Italian local politicians clash over parking fees, security and museum funding in Viareggio and Orentano

In Viareggio, Alessandro Santini of the Lista Santini criticised the centre‑right governing coalition for what he described as inaction on key city issues. He attacked the municipal parking plan, arguing that converting about 1,600 free spaces into paid spots could generate over two million euros a year, and called for a stronger municipal police presence to complement the recent arrival of 14 state police officers. Santini also questioned the management of the Fondazione Carnevale, demanding clearer leadership from the centre‑right parties.

In the nearby town of Orentano, assessor Nicola Sgueo responded to criticism from centre‑left councilors Ilaria Duranti and Simone Benedetti over the status of the local archaeological museum. Sgueo accused the councilors of political opportunism and defended his administration’s record, citing recent investments in school infrastructure and arguing that the museum’s reopening had been delayed by previous officials. He also highlighted the allocation of public funds for the museum’s lease and dismissed the opponents’ moral accusations as unfounded.