During the 33rd ordinary session, presided over by Vice Mayor Magdalena Reta de Urquiza, the legislative body unanimously supported the initiative that recognizes local producers certified under global sustainability standards. In addition, municipal workers were greeted on the eve of Municipal Employee Day, and a package of resolution projects of social, cultural, sports, and educational value was approved.
The day began with the formal flag-raising ceremony, for which students Gonzalo Miño, Alfonsina Russo, and Noah Pinto were specially invited, representing the Almafuerte School.
Historical recognition for the regional citrus sector
Magdalena Reta de Urquiza, highlighted that the processing and unanimous approval of the Draft Ordinance that establishes municipal recognition for citrus producers certified under the international Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) standard was consolidated as the most relevant political and economic event within the agenda.
The regulation sets an institutional precedent for regional citriculture, a strategic activity that constitutes one of the main engines for job creation, economic development, and rural roots in the area. The initiative arises from a productive adaptation process initiated in June 2024 through the articulation of the Coca-Cola company together with the firm Litoral Citrus. As a result of this work, eight establishments in the region managed to certify under the FSA standard, a global norm that verifies and promotes sustainable practices in environmental, social, and economic aspects.
The enacted ordinance contemplates formal distinction for producers whose establishments are located within the urban area of Concordia. Likewise, the text formally invites neighboring municipalities of the citrus region, such as Federación and La Criolla, to join this initiative, allowing for the inclusion of all producers in the department and surrounding areas that achieved the same certification. The formal delivery of the institutional distinctions will take place in coincidence with the arrival of the international certifying authorities to the city.
The legislative body supported the measure in tune with the sustainability and competitiveness requirements of international markets, while framing the promotion of these responsible practices within the principles of Article 41 of the National Constitution and Article 83 of the Constitution of Entre Ríos.
Projects approved unanimously promoted by the Más para Entre Ríos bloc
At the proposal of councilwoman Claudia Villalba, from the Más para Entre Ríos bloc, the legislative plenary approved three outstanding declarations of municipal interest that highlight the neighborhood identity, institutional memory, and educational milestones of the department.
In the first place, it was declared of Municipal Cultural and Social Interest the 11th edition of the "Villa Adela es Tradición" festival, to be held on November 22nd. Born in 2012 by the impulse of Primary School No. 65 together with neighborhood entities, the celebration reaches a key milestone this year by being the first edition organized by the recently formed Civil Association "Villa Adela es Tradición", an entity that already has provincial legal status. The planned activities will begin at 5:30 PM with an institutional parade and gaucho groups from the Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Carmen towards the venue located on the frontage road, and will include the performance of the Regimiento 6 Blandengues Band, music and dance shows, the election of the 'donosa', an artisan fair, and a food court for the benefit of local institutions. The proposal will have free admission thanks to the support of local businesses, municipal collaboration, and the voluntary work of the residents.
Likewise, promoted by councilwoman Villalba, it was declared of Municipal, Institutional, and Cultural Interest the 2026 film cycle day titled "Luz, Cámara y ¡Justicia!", to be held this November 5th at 5:00 PM at the Concordia Headquarters of the Association of Magistrates and Officials of the Judiciary of Entre Ríos, located at San Juan 452. The project justifies the well-deserved tribute that will be paid to the trajectory and memory of the former associate Dr. María Josefina Pace, in recognition of her commitment and valuable contribution to the legal and social community of the city. At the same time, the initiative recognizes the importance of the reflection space after the screening of the film "Belén", which will be moderated by Dr. Noelí Ballhorst and coordinated by Dr. Federico Noe, addressing key topics such as due process guarantees, respect for fundamental rights, and the strengthening of democratic institutions.
Completing the initiatives of her authorship, councilwoman Claudia Villalba achieved unanimous support to declare of Municipal Educational and Cultural Interest the Intercollegiate Folklore Day, scheduled for Tuesday, November 10th at 1:00 PM at School No. 9 "Juan María Gutiérrez", located at 94 Sarmiento Street. This socio-educational meeting will bring together students from fourth to sixth grade of NINA Schools No. 9, No. 3 "Domingo Faustino Sarmiento", No. 69 "Malvinas Argentinas", and No. 53 "Bernardino Rivadavia", with the purpose of making visible the pedagogical work of the folklore workshops of the extended school day modality, promoting expressive development, integration between educational communities, and the rescue of local traditions.
Initiatives of the Juntos por Entre Ríos bloc and parliamentary articulations
For its part, the Juntos por Entre Ríos bench promoted valuable declarations focused on the dissemination of the Rio de la Plata cultural heritage and the support of youth,
At the proposal of councilors Silvina Ovelar, Verónica del Boca, and Emmanuel Godoy, the Deliberative Council declared of Municipal Cultural Interest the presentation of the book "Aníbal Sampayo. Poeta del Río de los Pájaros Pintados. Inventario de Vida y Obra – Tomo I", by the writer and researcher Schubert Flores Vassella, an activity scheduled for this November 5th at the Malviccino Arts Hall. The work constitutes a valuable historical and biographical essay that reconstructs the trajectory and thought of Aníbal Sampayo (1926-2007), a distinguished poet, musician, and researcher of the Rio de la Plata folkloric roots, in the framework of the centenary of his birth. The author, Schubert Flores Vassella, holds a degree in Anthropological Sciences from the UBA and a degree in Folklore from the UNA, and the arrival of his work in Concordia is part of a dissemination tour through Argentina and Uruguay to strengthen the historical ties of the riverside peoples.
Likewise, at the individual proposal of councilwoman Verónica del Boca (Juntos por Entre Ríos), the chamber approved the declaration of Municipal, Educational, and Cultural Interest for the 2026 Zonal Youth Meeting "Joaju I", which will take place from November 6th to 8th at the facilities of the Concordia Municipal Sports Center. Organized by Zone 20 of Scouts of Argentina Civil Association, it is the largest scout youth gathering on the Uruguay River coast, bringing together young people between 14 and 22 years old from Federación, San Salvador, Colón, Concepción del Uruguay, Gualeguaychú, and delegations from different parts of the country. The declaration weighs the non-formal educational capacity of the institution and celebrates the milestone of 30 years of uninterrupted service of Scouts of Argentina since its unification in 1996.
In a framework of articulated work between different blocs, councilwoman Silvina Ovelar (Juntos por Entre Ríos) promoted together with councilman Pablo Bovino (Más para Entre Ríos) the declaration of Municipal Interest for the II Solidarity Cocktail of the NGO Volando Alto, to be held on November 6th, 2026, at 8:30 PM at Bodega Robinson. The event aims to raise funds to build its new Opportunity Development Center on land ceded in loan for use by the Municipality. The organization carries out fundamental support in literacy and socio-educational inclusion, managing to expand its attention from 220 to more than 300 beneficiaries in sectors such as the La Bianca neighborhood, where it currently assists 160 children and 70 families, reaching the operational limit of its facilities.
International sports tourism and positioning of Concordia
As a result of the coordinated work between representatives of the different parliamentary benches, councilwomen Yaiza Pessolani Bechet (La Libertad Avanza), Carolina Amiano (Más para Entre Ríos), and Silvina Ovelar (Juntos por Entre Ríos) promoted the declaration of Municipal Interest for the international air sports competition "XTRM SERIES – RALLYFLIGHT 2026".
The important navigation and endurance test in paramotor will have its starting point in the city of Concordia and will take place between November 7th and 13th, covering a demanding journey of 1,300 kilometers divided into seven stages. The itinerary will connect the provinces of Entre Ríos, Santa Fe, Córdoba, and San Luis, to finish in Tunuyán, Mendoza. The proposal will bring together more than 40 advanced and expert-level pilots of various nationalities, accompanied by their technical teams. The choice of Concordia as the starting point positions the city on the map of active tourism and international sports aviation, generating a positive economic impact on the hotel, gastronomy, and local services sectors, added to a valuable audiovisual media projection.
Tributes
In the space reserved for tributes and manifestations of the ordinary session, councilwoman Celeste Fuscado (Juntos por Entre Ríos) took the floor to express her firmest repudiation and deep solidarity in the face of the serious episodes of violence exercised against trans workers in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Palermo (CABA).
During her intervention in the chamber, the legislator remarked on the undeniable importance of guaranteeing full respect for all people, without distinction of identity, condemning any act of aggression, intolerance, or discrimination that violates human dignity. In that sense, Fuscado stressed that the construction of a fairer and more peaceful society requires a firm commitment to the protection of the rights of every citizen and the forceful rejection of violence in all its forms.
Institutional greeting on the eve of Municipal Employee Day
On the way to the closing of the legislative workday, the legislative body dedicated emotional words of recognition towards the commune's personnel on the occasion of commemorating this November 8th, Municipal Worker's Day.
Councilwoman Claudia Villalba (Más para Entre Ríos) opened the manifestations by sending a warm greeting to all the local public administration personnel, highlighting the fundamental value of their daily work. In the same line, the first vice president of the Deliberative Council, Dr. Felipe Sastre, expressed himself, extending the greeting on behalf of the Juntos por Entre Ríos bloc, weighing the commitment, dedication, and daily effort of municipal workers to guarantee the operation of public services and the general development of Concordia.
For her part, the president of the Deliberative Council, Lic. Magdalena Reta de Urquiza, added the institutional greeting of the body's leadership, valuing the commitment and work performed by the different administrative and operational areas for the correct functioning of the city's essential services.