Mayor Juan Antonio Lara and the president of Fidelio, Hellen Williams, have signed an addendum that ensures the shelter will remain in its current location until the new Animal Welfare and Protection Centre is operational.
The Benalmádena Town Hall has secured the continued presence of the Animal Protection Association Fidelio in its current facilities until the new Animal Welfare and Protection Centre is fully completed and ready for use. This is outlined in the addendum to the commitment signed this Thursday by the mayor, Juan Antonio Lara, and the president of the entity, Hellen Williams, at an event also attended by the Councillor for Animal Protection, Áurea Peralta.
The agreement puts an end to the uncertainty regarding the immediate future of the shelter, which had been seeking guarantees against the possibility of a premature relocation. With the signing of this addendum, the Town Hall commits to not demanding the evacuation of the current premises until the new ones meet all the requirements to house the animals and carry out activities in accordance with current regulations.
Mayor Juan Antonio Lara emphasised that “this agreement demonstrates that we keep our word and that we work responsibly to ensure the continuity of the important work that Fidelio carries out.” In his statements, the mayor insisted that the relocation will only occur “when the new Animal Welfare and Protection Centre is fully completed and meets all necessary conditions.”
Lara added that the project for the new centre, highly anticipated in Benalmádena, is progressing: “We are continuing to take steps to make a much-awaited project a reality for Benalmádena, with modern and suitable facilities that will allow us to continue improving the care and welfare of animals, always in partnership with the shelter.”
For her part, the Councillor for Animal Protection, Áurea Peralta, appreciated the peace of mind that the addendum brings to both the association and its volunteers. “It reflects the Town Hall's willingness to continue collaborating closely with Fidelio throughout the process until the new centre opens,” she stated.
The document not only sets the timeline for the relocation but also establishes a municipal commitment to promote the necessary actions for the construction of the centre, whose processing is advancing. The Town Hall has committed to keeping the association informed about the progress of the works when requested.
Additionally, both parties will continue to collaborate on awareness campaigns and the promotion of responsible adoption, with the aim of ensuring the welfare of the animals taken in by Fidelio. The shelter, which has been carrying out its work in Benalmádena for years, will thus be able to plan its activities with the assurance that it will not be forced to move before the new facilities are operational.
The new Animal Welfare and Protection Centre, still in the processing phase, aims to become a reference point in the region. It is expected to have larger and more modern spaces, adapted to current regulations, and to improve care for abandoned or at-risk animals. The Town Hall has not specified construction timelines, but the signed addendum represents a firm step towards its realisation.
For the residents of Benalmádena, the news is a relief: the work of Fidelio, which manages the reception and adoption of dozens of animals each year, will continue without disruption. The association, which has a team of volunteers, will be able to maintain its usual activity while the Town Hall finalises the details of the new centre.
The agreement also strengthens public-private collaboration in the area of animal welfare, a field that has gained prominence in recent years. Councillor Peralta announced that awareness and adoption campaigns will continue to be promoted, in which Fidelio plays a key role.
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