Mayor Almeida announces new secretaries and 5.5% Christmas sales growth; Bus fire disrupts New Year's celebrations; R$ 18.4 million allocated for student transportation
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- Mayor David Almeida announces new secretaries and economic growth: The mayor presented management updates and appointed new secretaries, highlighting a 5.5% growth in Christmas sales and a 0.42% increase in residential rent in November 2024, while addressing community safety concerns with recent crime incidents.
- New Year's celebrations and public safety incidents: A bus caught fire in Manaus on December 31, 2024, coinciding with a large turnout for the Réveillon Gospel celebration at Ponta Negra. Additionally, there are ongoing legal disputes regarding the organization of the 2025 Carnival.
- Student transportation funding and health services: The government allocated R$ 18.4 million for the Passe Livre Estudantil program, while the Fundação Hospital Adriano Jorge reported over 470,000 patient visits in 2024, reflecting significant community health service engagement.
- Homicide investigation in Zona Centro-Oeste: A 63-year-old man was shot and killed in the Planalto neighborhood, with the motive still under investigation by local authorities.
- Community challenges with rising costs: Local residents are facing increased costs, with school supplies expected to rise by up to 9% in 2025, amidst broader economic conditions including high interest rates and a record employment year.
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