Transport and parking fee increases proposed in Mar del Plata

The Mar del Plata Chamber of Motorized Passenger Transport Companies (CAMETAP) has requested an update to bus fares, proposing a flat rate of $3,015.83. The request, submitted to municipal official Mauro Martinelli, cites a significant economic imbalance caused by tariff delays and asynchronous subsidy updates. CAMETAP noted that fuel accounts for approximately 15% of costs, while driver salaries have risen significantly. Additionally, the chamber reported that while 45% of users receive social discounts via SUBE cards, state reimbursements are delayed by an average of over 60 days. Furthermore, over 25% of passengers travel for free without economic compensation for the companies.

Separately, the Juan B. Alberdi Hospital Cooperative has requested to increase daily parking fees in the La Florida, Rambla Catalunya, and Costa Alta areas from $3,000 to $6,000. The proposal was presented to the Municipal Council's Public Works Commission. The cooperative, which holds exclusive administration rights for specific sectors near Av. Carrasco, stated that half of the revenue supports ticket vendors while the remainder funds hospital works. The entity also sought clarification on available parking zones due to upcoming waterfront improvements and local construction.