The Móstoles City Council launches an ambitious cleaning plan that will cover more than 200 streets. The initiative aims to revitalise the urban environment and has been recognised with the Platinum Broom Award 2026.
Móstoles has implemented an Intensive Cleaning Plan that will extend to more than 200 streets in the municipality, with the goal of improving the quality of public space and reinforcing urban maintenance. This initiative, which began in June, includes a series of actions aimed at revitalising neighbourhoods and ensuring a cleaner and more pleasant environment for citizens.
The mayor, Manuel Bautista, along with the first deputy mayor and councillor for Security, Emergencies and the Environment, Gabriel Monteserín, recently visited Felipe II Street to supervise the work carried out. During this visit, Bautista emphasised the importance of the plan to transform the urban image and foster a sense of community among residents.
The work includes manual and mechanical sweeping of the pavement, as well as washing both sidewalks and roadways. In addition, a thorough cleaning of containers and urban furniture such as benches and bins is being carried out. For this, specialised equipment has been used to remove the accumulated dirt from public roads.
Apart from the general sweeping, one of the most notable aspects of the plan is the removal of graffiti. Since 2024, Móstoles has removed more than 53,000 graffiti, which earned it the Platinum Broom Award 2026, a recognition of its management in urban cleaning. This effort not only improves visual aesthetics but also helps create a safer environment for all citizens.
Not only are the streets being cleaned; work is also being done in green areas. The actions include clearing, pruning, and general maintenance to ensure that these spaces are accessible and pleasant for walking or enjoying the outdoors. The technique known as tree raising is being implemented to facilitate pedestrian passage by removing low branches.
Throughout the development of the plan, areas such as Los Rosales, Estoril I, and the surroundings of the University Hospital have already been intervened. The next phases will include areas such as Parque Coimbra and Urbanisation Guadarrama among other key areas where significant improvements are expected to be made.
As this comprehensive project progresses, it is essential to remember that a clean city depends not only on municipal work but also on citizens' commitment to maintaining it. Residents are encouraged to actively participate in community initiatives related to cleaning and caring for the environment.
For those interested in learning more about the scheduled activities or how they can contribute to keeping their neighbourhoods clean, they can consult the official City Council page where updates on this plan are published.
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