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On the beach 2024

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Beds and Brollies

For those of you who are determined to get on to the beach, apparently a Facebook group has been set up called, wait for it, "The Puerto Pollensa Sun Chair and Beach Umbrella Exchange Group". You can contact them to get a chair or brolly that someone has purchased who is now going home, and reuse it - saves the resort being rammed at end of August with spare Sunbeds, etc. (Assuming we do not get any more responses to the tenders!) Hope this helps.
I have attached the link below:-

Me, I will probably buy some from the Chinese Supermarket or Multi-Hire if necessary - we will be there for over three weeks this year, so will have to do something.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/98275...
 
Luckyone said:
My Spanish is basic. Have used the link and all in Spanish - is there easy guidance on what we should do? We want to help.
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I think there is a translation that pops up on some phones …it did on mine but not my husband’s for some reason :confused:mMy daughter is fluent in Spanish so thought it would be better, and maybe more notice taken if it was written in that language. Not sure what we can do other than sign the petition and send it to those responsible for beach services. What I noticed yesterday on my walk was that there were quite a few cans and plastic bottles amd by the beach entrances a lot of discarded fag ends. We’re all p….ed off that there are no beds, but the fact the beach isn’t being cleaned is going to be a disaster if this situation drags on, especially with school holidays approaching. Also no boardwalks for people with disabilities mean that many won’t be able to go on the beach at all.

My daughter is quite good with petitions. She did one a few years back when the beach at Formentor was left ‘natural’.We think it was the hotel’s ploy to stop the ferry coming over with hoards of holiday makers. The beach in front of the hotel was pristine! There was a huge response and we’re not sure if it was because of her petition, but the beaches were cleaned pretty quickly after it was submitted!

Fingers crossed!
 
Luckyone said:
My Spanish is basic. Have used the link and all in Spanish - is there easy guidance on what we should do? We want to help.
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Managed to sign and ticked box for no publicity and then site confirmed successful.
 
Here is the translation of the Petition:


TRANSLATION


**Restore and Maintain Beach Services in Puerto Pollensa!**


Subject: Urgent Need for Restoration and Maintenance of Beach Services in Puerto Pollensa


Dear Sñra. Marga Prohens and Sñr. Martí March Cerdà,


We, the undersigned residents and visitors of Puerto Pollensa, write to express our deep concern regarding the current state of our beloved beaches. Over recent months, there has been a noticeable decline in the maintenance and availability of essential beach services, which is negatively impacting both the local community and the tourism industry that our town heavily relies on.


Key Issues:


• Lack of Maintenance: The beaches are unclean and unhygienic, tarnishing the natural beauty that Puerto Pollensa is known for.


• Absence of Amenities:

• Raking of the Sand: The lack of raking affects the cleanliness and quality of the beaches.

• Sunbeds and Parasols: Visitors and locals alike have no place to comfortably relax on the beach.

• Toilet Facilities: The absence of these essential facilities is causing significant inconvenience and hygiene issues.

• Boardwalks: The lack of accessible paths makes it difficult for elderly and disabled individuals to enjoy the beach and access the sea.

• Showers: The lack of showers prevents bathers from cleaning themselves after swimming, which is uncomfortable and unhygienic.

• Beach Bars (Chiringuitos): The absence of beach bars removes an essential social aspect of the beach and takes away jobs from the locals.


Impact on Tourism and Community:


Puerto Pollensa has long been cherished as a family-friendly destination, attracting international holidaymakers year after year. The current situation is not only a huge disappointment to new and returning visitors but also poses a significant risk to the local economy, which is heavily dependent on tourism. Furthermore, the local community, including families and individuals who frequent these beaches, are equally affected by these deficiencies.


Our Plea:


We respectfully urge the concerned authorities to take immediate action to reinstate and properly maintain the essential beach services that are crucial for the enjoyment and safety of all beachgoers. This includes:


• Regular cleaning and maintenance (raking) of the sand to maintain the quality of the beaches

• Provision of sunbeds and parasols.

• Installation and upkeep of toilet facilities.

• Installation of showers for the comfort and hygiene of bathers.

• Construction and maintenance of boardwalks to ensure accessibility for everyone.

• Reinstatement of beach bars to support the social and economic aspects of the beach.


Restoring these services will not only enhance the quality of life for residents but also ensure that Puerto Pollensa remains an attractive destination for tourists. Your prompt attention to this matter is vital to preserve the charm and viability of our town.


Thank you for your understanding and support.
 
The thing is...you can't imagine all those people who would normally be collecting money for the beds and parasols, bar staff in the three bars and cleaning teams, will all be waiting around for the whole thing to start. They will have gone off and got other jobs by now.
 
That’s a really good point, Rockape. Overall, it’s pretty shabby treatment for people visiting and expecting the usual facilities. Doesn’t bother me at all as we’re three minutes from the beach and have our own stuff, but for families looking forward to their beach holiday, it’s a massive disappointment. I feel for them.
 
Rockape, I think there was some talk earlier on when the tenderers refused to provide a tender, of those staff that you mentioned being "furloughed", as per the covid pandemic. However, yes, you are both right, they cannot wait about forever, because they also have bills to pay and families to feed.

Given that it is now 11th June, it is quite easy to imagine that nothing will happen this season, and goodness only knows what effect that would have on next year. Let's hope that they can somehow sort out this mess.
 
Which party is in control of the council that has caused this debacle? I have not seen any comments from the opposition!
The whole situation seems familiar.
 
Wow!! Certainly have made very major cuts to the price.

I am assuming that those are the prices suggested by Pollensa Council, to give the tenderers an idea of what sort of pricing is required.

However, whilst they are major cost cuts, much of the season has been missed by now, so they may still not attract any suppliers. And I assume that the suppliers of the brollies, for example, do not own any JCB's, etc. required for the job, and instead hire them from builders equipment hire companies. And no guarantee that they will have any availability.

But, fingers crossed everyone. I notice people already saying that they may go elsewhere next season, and that is not good for the local hospitality community.
 
Tangoman said:
But, fingers crossed everyone. I notice people already saying that they may go elsewhere next season, and that is not good for the local hospitality community.
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I can understand their frustration, but for us, this is not enough to look elsewhere. Fortunately the apartment we rented has a big balcony so we use that until just after 3 when the sun goes above and behind our building and then cross the road to the beach with towels and an umbrella.

The beach still looks messy as it is not tidied or raked so you find it the way it was left the evening before. My other concern is the beach front eateries are much quieter than usual.
 
Tangoman said:
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However, whilst they are major cost cuts, much of the season has been missed by now, so they may still not attract any suppliers. And I assume that the suppliers of the brollies, for example, do not own any JCB's, etc. required for the job, and instead hire them from builders equipment hire companies. And no guarantee that they will have any availability.

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I think the AVPP mentioned in post 18, who have been running the Tamarells stretch of the beach for years, have the tractor and whatever they need to set everything up at short notice. With the reduced price, they will hopefully put a bid in and are successful, so things start moving.
 
The beach services episode sure hasn't been a great advertisement, whether it's been borne out of greed, bureaucratic tardiness, political in-fights, anti-tourism sentiment, or a mixture of some or all of those things.
It will put some people off, which is a pity, but I can't see a long-term impact on visitor numbers.
But the short-term impact on tourists, local workers and local businesses will be felt and could have easily been avoided.
 
Is there any word on the beach services apparently the tender process closed on 22/6/24
Monday being 1st July I really thought there would have been progress by now such a sad state of affairs
 
The council seem to have had a meeting yesterday morning. The minutes have been added to the tender.

From what I gather, though the translation of the legalese isn't all that clear, the AVPP was the only bidder for the Albercuix, Tamarells and Cala St. Vicenç beaches as well as the pedalos and their bid was accepted.

For some other parts of the second tender, which relate to restaurant and catering services were not bid on.

It doesn't say what the next steps are, for example, whether there is some sort of timeline once the tender has been accepted and for the beach services to start. Perhaps the AVPP will post something about that or the tractor will spring into action some morning soon and the umbrellas and chairs will start to arrive.


https://contrataciondelestado.es/wp...UyLCXLUzDNw9q_KNfTz8AtyTA21t9Qtycx0B_0eB8Q!!/
 
Thank you for that reply. At least the tender has now been awarded. Let’s hope some action soon 😊
 
elainewalls said:
Thank you for that reply. At least the tender has now been awarded. Let’s hope some action soon 😊
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At least that was my understanding from the translated text.

There could well be a few more hoops to jump through, before this gets going. Fingers crossed in any case.
And, with the tender being for 4 years, there will hopefully no repeat for a while.
 
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