Rep. Reinaldo "Rey" Figueroa Acevedo, who represents District 16 in Puerto Rico, denounced the poor condition of road 4477 in Isabela, saying the roadway poses a safety problem that endangers the lives and property of those who travel it. In a letter to Gov. Jenniffer González, the lawmaker urged urgent attention so that improvements are made, at a time when the road was designated with the name Elisa Juarbe Beníquez.
"Transitar por la carretera 4477 representa un peligro," Figueroa Acevedo said, warning that its bad state risks citizens’ lives and property while affecting the exchange of goods and services. He asked the governor to issue specific instructions for the corresponding improvements to restore peace of mind to those who use the area daily. Figueroa Acevedo, whose district covers Isabela, San Sebastián and the Guerrero neighborhood of Aguadilla, backed naming the road after Elisa Juarbe Beníquez, described as a woman who leaves a great legacy of public service and community leadership, but said the recognition is tarnished by the road’s poor condition.
He also asked Department of Transportation and Public Works staff to inspect road 4477 to establish a short- and long-term rehabilitation plan.