La Pelua Community Demands Bridge Construction After Mayor's Unfulfilled Promise

Residents of La Pelua, a community in the Pedro Brand municipality of the Dominican Republic, are protesting the lack of a bridge that has made transportation difficult for years. "We need this bridge urgently," says one resident, highlighting the 3 million pesos allocated by the mayor that has yet to be used for construction. Another resident explains, "When it rains, the children can't even go to school." The video shows the community's frustration with the mayor's inaction and the resulting hardship faced by families. The lack of a proper bridge poses a significant challenge to daily life, impacting access to education and essential services. The situation underscores a broader issue of infrastructure neglect in the region, and calls for immediate action from local authorities to address the community's needs. The video concludes with a hopeful appeal for aid from the government and other organizations.