Rome, Lazio, Italy – The XV Municipality has officially transferred the vendors of the Labaro market, previously located at Villa di Livia, to Largo Nimis within the same district. This decision, part of a new territorial Commerce Plan, was initially made last summer and has now been implemented.
Closure Due to Declining Consumers and Problematic Location
The Villa di Livia market site was formally closed in November. This closure was prompted by two main factors: a gradual decrease in consumer traffic and the location itself being deemed problematic. Local police had frequently reported incidents and infractions at the Villa di Livia site, as the stalls were set up on a street open to traffic and only closed to vehicles during market hours. This arrangement created significant challenges for managing the space and ensuring public safety.
“The relocation of the Villa di Livia Market to Largo Nimis in Labaro represents another milestone achieved within the framework of the new territorial commerce plan,” stated Daniele Torquati, President of the XV Municipality, and Tommaso Martelli, Councillor for Commerce.
Ten Stalls Relocated to Largo Nimis
Over recent months, the municipality engaged in a participatory process with the market operators, who had repeatedly expressed dissatisfaction with their working conditions over the years. Discussions also included trade associations and local merchants to organize the relocation. As a result, ten stalls from the Villa di Livia market have been merged with the Largo Nimis market, bringing the total number of stalls there to 64.
“Maintaining and developing the market areas of our territory is a key element for the vitality of our neighborhoods,” they added. “Markets, always places of encounter, commerce, and sociality, foster interaction among citizens, support local businesses, and contribute to the economic and social growth of the entire community,” concluded the President and the Councillor.
Community and Economic Growth as Key Drivers
The authorities emphasized the importance of local markets for the community. They highlighted that markets serve as vital hubs for social interaction, commerce, and overall economic development. The consolidation of the two markets at Largo Nimis is expected to create a more vibrant and secure environment for both vendors and consumers, enhancing the local economy and community spirit in Labaro.
The relocation aims to address the issues faced at the former site and provide a more sustainable future for the market, aligning with the municipality’s broader goals for territorial commerce and urban development.
Source: https://www.lacapitale.it/articolo/labaro-dopo-la-chiusura-del-mercato-villa-di-livia-il-xv-municipio-sposta-i-banchi-a-largo-nimis
