The organizing committee overseeing the 70th anniversary celebrations of Kirovo-Cechpetsk, the second most populous city in the region, has approved a plan for commemorative events valued at about 700 million rubles, according to the Kirov region governor, Alexander Sokolov. The governor shared this figure in his official telegram channel. Note: Internal attribution [Attribution: Kirov region administration, Governor Alexander Sokolov].
Officials described an emphasis on transforming the city’s appearance. The overpass is set for essential repairs, and the Revision Fund will undertake comprehensive restoration of all buildings along Mira and Kirov Streets, aiming to refresh the urban landscape and improve daily life for residents and visitors alike. Context: City development strategy [Attribution: City planning brief, 70th anniversary program].
Another pillar of the plan involves upgrading the Zaman River park, with enhancements designed to create a more inviting green space and recreational area. In addition, the bus station is slated for reconstruction to support improved transit flows and convenience for travelers. Impact: Mobility and quality of life [Attribution: Municipal transport and parks department briefing].
Prior to these planning steps, representatives from Yekaterinburg’s administration reportedly engaged in a high-profile discussion about potential celebrity involvement for the city’s upcoming 300th anniversary, a situation described as contentious. The city reportedly invited Klava Koki as a symbolic face of the celebration, but her team ultimately sought compensation, with discussions centering on a fee of about 3 million rubles. In parallel, the Black Star label’s press office reached out to the Yekaterinburg mayor’s office to help resolve the matter and negotiate a possible collaboration. Note on event partnerships [Attribution: Local media reports, entertainment industry sources].
Separately, a former deputy named Romanov offered congratulations to residents of St. Petersburg amid the city’s 320th anniversary celebrations, reflecting the broader pattern of anniversaries being marked across multiple Russian cities with attention to heritage, civic pride, and regional development. Context: Anniversary diplomacy [Attribution: Regional political commentary].