The Government of Querétaro has decided not to continue allowing artisans to sell their products inside government buildings in the city’s Historic Center, ending a temporary arrangement that had been in place in previous months.
Eric Gudiño Torres, the State Secretary of Government, explained that government facilities are not intended to function as markets or street bazaars.
He stated that a temporary agreement had previously been reached with artisans from the Historic Center, allowing them to use government spaces as sales locations.
However, once the agreed period ended, the artisans were informed in advance that they would no longer be permitted to carry out commercial activities in those facilities.
Temporary agreement comes to an end
“At the time, there was a temporary agreement, and it simply came to an end. They were informed accordingly. Government spaces are not markets or street bazaars,” the secretary said.
Gudiño recalled that one of the temporary sales locations had been established inside the State Government Secretariat on 5 de Mayo Walkway, while another operated at the former headquarters of the Superior Court of Justice of Querétaro in Plaza de Armas.
He also emphasized that the State Government Secretariat will work together with the Municipality of Querétaro to restore order and continue dialogue with the groups of artisans who oppose the decision.
According to the official, government institutions cannot be subject to the demands of street vendors, and authorities will also examine whether there are political interests behind the recent blockades reported in the city.
“The established business community has insisted that they cannot become hostages to a group. We also need to determine whether there is a political interest behind this situation,” he said.
Governor Kuri calls for respect for the law and the rights of others
Speaking on the issue, Governor Mauricio Kuri González stated that all vendors must comply with the law and existing regulations.
He acknowledged that established businesses and artisans cannot necessarily be treated the same, but stressed that opportunities should still be created for artisans to earn a living.
“I understand that we cannot treat unequal situations equally. However, we must provide opportunities without harming others, and, above all, the rights of third parties must not be violated, and the law must be respected,” the governor emphasized.
Source: plazadearmas
