Suma Gestión Tributaria responds to the current economic squeeze by offering a flexible repayment option for taxes managed by the Alicante Provincial Council. This plan extends the time to settle debts to nearly two years, with up to 23 installments available for those who have suffered financial hardship. The measure aims to help individuals whose earnings fall below the inter-professional minimum, or who present a vulnerability report issued by social services, ensuring they can meet local tax obligations without facing immediate penalties.
Council of Mayors
The initiative was announced by Carlos Mazón, head of the Diputación, during a session of the Council of Mayors held at MARQ on Friday. From the Provincial Palace, officials emphasized that Suma Gestão Tributaria’s action is a response to the pressures created by the current price and product crisis and rising inflation. The move is meant to acknowledge the hardships faced by the most economically and socially vulnerable groups, with the report prepared by Foessa-Caritas informing the strategy. In this context, Foessa-Caritas notes that a significant portion of the middle class in the Alicante province is considered vulnerable, highlighting the need for targeted support during difficult times.
Suma reduces management cost and saves municipalities half a million euros
Officials described the moment as challenging, forecasting a difficult autumn and winter ahead. They pledged a historic effort to simplify local tax payments for municipalities, positioning the administration as a leader in cutting taxes and offering extraordinary relief. The rise in poverty is acknowledged as a prevailing issue in the Alicante province and in the Valencia region, prompting personalized payment plans that households can access. The Diputación leadership stressed that the province has the financial capacity to assist residents facing shopping cart constraints and financial pressure, and that the program will expand the ability to split and adjust tax payments as needed to provide real relief in the current climate.
Settlement
The program introduces installments and personal payments designed to liquidate local tributes over a period extended to two years, with tailor-made plans that accommodate the new economic reality. The measure is designed to be responsive to the needs of the local population, ensuring maximum convenience for families and individuals dealing with tightened budgets. The fifteen mayors representing the Diputación’s subordinate bodies are Crevillent, Manuel Penalva; Benidorm, Tony Pérez; Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolon; Relleu, Lino Antonio Pascual; Calp, Ana Maria Sala; Tollos, Félix Frau; Rocamora Farm, Francisco Javier Mora; Benejuzar, Rosa Maria Garcia; Elche, Carlos Gonzalez; Denia, Vicente Grimalt; Pinoso, Lazaro Azorín; Xixona, Isabel López; Els Poblets, Carolina Vives; Jacarilla, Pilar Díaz; and Ibi, Rafael Serralta. This network ensures local enforcement and oversight, aligning the relief measures with each community’s unique circumstances and needs, while maintaining accountability for the administration of the program. Through the coordinated effort of the provincial and municipal leaders, residents can expect a more flexible approach to settling outstanding taxes and a clearer path to long-term financial stability. The strategy is framed as a proactive response to the current economic pressures, with a focus on preserving essential services and supporting households that are most at risk of financial distress, as reported by local social services and economic monitoring bodies. The overall aim is to ease the tax burden without sacrificing the integrity of local revenue streams, providing relief now while safeguarding municipal budgets for the future.