Toll Protests in Atlántico: Community Complaints and Concessionaire Denunciations

Protests over tolls in Atlántico: complaints from the community and denunciations from the concessionaire

The protests against the increase in toll rates on the roads of the department of Atlántico, Colombia, continue. This time, the community of Sabanagrande took to the streets to express their discontent with the recent increase in the toll at the Sabanagrande tollbooth.

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Complaints from the community

The community of Sabanagrande argues that the increase in the toll is excessive and that it will affect the economy of the municipality. They also point out that the concessionaire has not invested in improving the road infrastructure and that the tollbooths are often congested.

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Denunciations from the concessionaire

The concessionaire, Autopistas del Sol, has denounced that the protests are blocking the roads and causing economic losses. They also argue that the increase in the toll is necessary to cover the costs of maintaining the road infrastructure.

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Dialogue between the parties

The authorities have called for dialogue between the community and the concessionaire to reach an agreement that satisfies both parties. However, so far, no agreement has been reached.

"The increase in the toll is excessive and will affect the economy of the municipality," said a resident of Sabanagrande.

"The concessionaire has not invested in improving the road infrastructure and the tollbooths are often congested," added another resident.

"The protests are blocking the roads and causing economic losses," said a spokesperson for Autopistas del Sol.

The protests over the increase in tolls in Atlántico are a reflection of the growing discontent with the high cost of transportation in Colombia. The government has promised to address the issue, but so far, no concrete measures have been taken.