The President of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores (ALRAA), Luís Garcia, said yesterday in Ribeirinha that “the greatest asset of the parishes is their people,” emphasizing that the individual contribution of each citizen is fundamental to the collective development of Azorean communities.

“It is in our parishes that the present and future of the Azores are built every day. And it is built with the commitment of our institutions, with the work of the parish councils and, above all, with the dedication of the men and women who make their lands lively, supportive, and dynamic places,” said the President of the Legislative Assembly at the formal session of Ribeirinha Parish Day.

In a speech marked by recognition of the importance of human contribution, the President of the Azorean Parliament warned of the challenges facing the future of the region’s parishes and municipalities, from the settlement of young people to the aging of the population, arguing that “the first responses begin with people and require close coordination between citizens, associations, local authorities, and regional institutions.”

On this occasion, the President of the Legislative Assembly recognized the merit of the honorees who, with their commitment and dedication to the parish, are “examples and inspiration,” also congratulating the Parish Council “for its daily commitment” to the development of its community and parish.

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