Author: campaignforalivingvenice

Rialto – City’s Plans Will Make Historical Site Another Piece of the Restaurant Economy

September 10, 2026

Starting in September 2026, work began on replacing the 24 produce stalls at the Rialto Market. During the work, the vendors have been temporarily moved to the Casaria area, specially vacated for the purpose. Councilor for Commerce Sebastiano Costalonga recently reaffirmed, in an interview with Il Gazzettino, the intention to connect shopkeepers and merchants, creating … More Rialto – City’s Plans Will Make Historical Site Another Piece of the Restaurant Economy

Mosque Dispute Between Bangladeshi Community and Mayor Venturini Breaks Into Open Conflict

August 28, 2026

Mayor Venturini denies ever having offered any openness toward the Bangladeshi community: “I never promised my support: but I won’t accept blackmail from the Bangladeshis.” The Patriarch is trying to mend the rift, but the two sides’ positions have grown far apart. By Marta Artico August 27, 2026 The dispute over a possible mosque for … More Mosque Dispute Between Bangladeshi Community and Mayor Venturini Breaks Into Open Conflict

MOSE: Anarchy as a System

August 11, 2026

When it comes to the future of Venice’s preservation, we are no longer facing a mere administrative delay: instead, we are caught up in institutional and operational chaos in which jurisdiction, responsibility, and resources continue to bounce back and forth between Rome, the Provincial Education Office, the Lagoon Authority, Consorzio Venezia Nuova, and various companies. … More MOSE: Anarchy as a System

New Outdoor Seating Banned in Venice: Restrictions Until 2029

August 1, 2026

Outdoor seating will not be permitted in areas not regulated by local zoning plans (pianini). The measure was approved by the City Council during its last meeting. Councilor Costalonga: “This way, we favor neighborhood shops and services.” July 31, 2026 Maria Ducoli Outdoor seating will be banned in areas without pianini — the local area … More New Outdoor Seating Banned in Venice: Restrictions Until 2029

Three Years of Public Housing Construction Planned in Marghera

July 19, 2026

A two-site project promoted by the municipal administration, on Via del Lavoratore and Via Case Nuove. Councilor Damiano inspected the project today. July 17, 2026 Work on the extensive public housing redevelopment project in Marghera, between Via del Lavoratore and Via Case Nuove, presented last April, will continue until 2029. In total, the municipal administration … More Three Years of Public Housing Construction Planned in Marghera

Drugs and Crime on Via Monti in Mestre: “The residents are heroes”.

July 13, 2026

A group of residents: “We’re not Cipriani, who complains about crime and immediately organizes a meeting, we understand that, but the situation here is serious.” The secretary of the party Venezia e Tua is on the attack: “A failure of security.” July 11, 2026 By Marta Artico “Those who live on Via Monti and the … More Drugs and Crime on Via Monti in Mestre: “The residents are heroes”.

Interview with Mayor Venturini: “More decorum, security, and a stop to overtourism. Here’s my plan.”

July 4, 2026

Venice Mayor Simone Venturini outlines the guidelines for his term: urban decorum, security with new police officers, a housing plan for residents, and measures against overtourism. “We need to work together to save the city.” July 4, 2026 By Alberto Vitucci A housing plan and decorum. A curb on overtourism and a functioning municipality. Regulations … More Interview with Mayor Venturini: “More decorum, security, and a stop to overtourism. Here’s my plan.”

Weekend of Violence: Three Workers Attacked in Venice in Two Days

June 30, 2026

Three unrelated incidents of violence against workers in Venice – two against agents working for public transportation company ACTV and one at a retail store near San Marco – took place over the weekend of September 27 and 28. These attacks, along with other recent violent episodes in the historic city, including a bloody knife … More Weekend of Violence: Three Workers Attacked in Venice in Two Days

50 euro entrance fee for Venice? A new law would be required.

June 27, 2026

Mayor Venturini has raised the issue of raising the entrance fee several times, but among the parties, only Forza Italia has expressed support. The law on arrival fees and tourist taxes would have to be amended. Questions have been submitted to the mayor in the city council. By Leonardo Bison June 27, 2026 In recent … More 50 euro entrance fee for Venice? A new law would be required.