Budget deficit of €2.5 million and allegations of political misconduct ignite a storm in the local administration
Institutional crisis in Vietri sul Mare: opposition breaks the silence
Tensions explode in the Vietri sul Mare city council, as opposition groups “Vietri che Vogliamo” and “L’Altra Vietri” dramatically walked out of a council meeting. The protest stems from the administration’s ongoing failure to address issues of political incompatibility and conflicts of interest, specifically involving a majority councillor and the management of the municipal company Vietri Sviluppo.
Incompatibility concerns and administrative inertia
Councillors Alessio Serretiello, Antonella Scannapieco, Maurizio Celenta, and Emilia Senatore left the session after reiterating concerns that have been ignored since April. Their requests to discuss the matter in council were also dismissed. For the opposition, this constitutes a serious breach of council legitimacy.
The €2.5 million deficit and the Vietri Sviluppo scandal
A looming budget deficit of €2.5 million has only deepened the crisis, especially in light of revelations about Vietri Sviluppo, the municipal company allegedly managed by the father of Councillor Daniele Benincasa. According to the opposition, this represents a blatant conflict of interest that requires immediate scrutiny.
Official communications ignored and financial red flags
Adding fuel to the fire is an internal communication from the Tax Department, reportedly confirming a valid and enforceable debt. Yet, despite clear legal implications, the administration has taken no action, prompting the opposition to accuse them of deliberate inaction.
Call for inspections and warnings to the citizens
“This financial chaos is the result of years of poor governance,” declared Emilia Senatore, who has called for an official audit of the municipality’s accounts. Councillor Maurizio Celenta spoke of a political and administrative disaster, while Antonella Scannapieco warned that Vietri Sviluppo is a black hole, with the per capita debt steadily rising.
What happens next?
The opposition’s walkout is just the beginning. They now demand formal investigations, financial transparency, and a complete review of the municipal companies. If these demands are ignored, Vietri sul Mare may be heading toward a full-blown institutional crisis.
FAQ
1. Why did the opposition leave the council meeting?
To protest the administration’s silence on conflicts of interest and a growing deficit.
2. What is the current budget deficit in Vietri?
It amounts to €2.5 million.
3. Who is at the center of the alleged conflict of interest?
The municipal company Vietri Sviluppo, reportedly managed by the father of Councillor Daniele Benincasa.
4. When were these issues first raised?
The first official reports were sent in April.
5. What is the opposition demanding now?
Formal audits and a review of the eligibility of council members.
6. What did the Tax Department communication reveal?
That a valid, liquid, and enforceable debt exists.
7. Is Vietri Sviluppo under municipal control?
According to the opposition, it operates beyond any real oversight.
8. Has the administration responded?
No formal response has been issued.
9. What is the impact on citizens?
An increasing per capita debt and potential administrative illegitimacy.
10. What’s the next move for the opposition?
They are calling for an official inspection by oversight bodies.
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