title: ANNUAL REPORT OF THE COHESION FUND - 1995

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Cohesion Fund
activity report
environmental protection
implementation of the budget
transport infrastructure

text: COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES Brussels, 04. 09. 1996 COM(96) 388 final ANNUAL REPORT OF THE COHESION FUND 1995 (presented by the Commission) PREFACE The Cohesion Fund report for 1995 is the first to cover the activities of a whole calendar year. The operations carried out between 1 April 1993 and 26 May 1994 were covered by a separate report on the cohesion financial instrument, which was set up pending the ratification of the Maastricht Treaty. The Cohesion Fund operations from 27 May 1994 to end-1994 were the subject of a supplement to that report; a consolidated version of these reports covering 1993-94 was issued in 1995. This first full annual report also reflects the fact that at the end of 1995 the Cohesion Fund is a fully operational instrument to promote economic and social cohesion. Experience has been very satisfactory in terms of implementation of both the budget and projects on the ground. Efficient and adequate procedures have now been put in place in order to assure the preparation, implementation and monitoring of projects, facilitate exchanges between Member States and the Commission and help clarify and resolve and problems which occur. On a general level, the Commission clarified two major principles in 1995. The target of allocating finance to environment projects and transport infrastructure projects on a 50/50 basis for the whole period until end-1999 was confirmed as the Commission's objective. This is an important signal that environment projects, which may not always be as visible or large-scale as transport infrastructure, have the same high priority in the view of the Commission and that the Member States should put forward proposals accordingly. Secondly, the Commission made clear how it intends to apply the principle of conditionality to the Cohesion Fund. A special section in this report deals in detail with that question. It is important that conditionality should be perceived as a credible and reliable policy stance and at the same time be implemented without unduly disrupting development in the Member State concerned. This report has been drafted to serve as the main source of information for Cohesion Fund activities in 1995 and will be distributed appropriately. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 INTRODUCTION Economie and Social Cohesion ranks as one of the main objectives of the Treaty on European Union. During 1995 the Cohesion Fund continued and reinforced its contribution to the achievement of this objective. Most of the difficulties which surrounded its creation in 1993/94 have now been overcome. 1995 marks the first full year of Cohesion Fund activities. However, the experience gained with the cohesion financial instrument in 1993-94 and the initial operation of the Cohesion Fund in the remainder of 1994 proved very useful in establishing the present operational mode of the Fund. This means that 1995 was also a year in which the Fund found its normal level of activity and settled down to a "business as usual" style of management. During the year, the financing strategy of the Fund was further developed in full compatibility with the provisions of its Regulation. The balance between the two areas of assistance - transport infrastructure and environment - advanced further towards a 50/50 split and, within the transport sector, more emphasis was placed on the increase of rail facilities than on roads. This development meets the comments made by the European Parliament in its opinion on the annual report on the Cohesion Fund 1994 and remarks on the same topic by the Committee of the Regions and the Economic and Social Committee. The Fund continues to finance exclusively those transport infrastructure projects which form part of, or provide direct access to, the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN - transport). The completion of priority sections of the network therefore remains the main funding strategy in the field of transport and projects presented by the Member States are selected for finance according to this priority. The delay in adopting the final version of the TEN complicates matters, but this problem could be overcome within the present Cohesion Fund Regulation. In the field of the environment, the priorities followed reflect the European Directives on drinking water supply, waste water treatment and sewage and urban waste. Other environmental measures have also received finance, e. g. reafforestation, habitat protection and nature conservation. All assistance from the Fund has been provided with due respect to the polluter-pays principle and best evaluation practices available. In this latter area the Commission found in the past that there was room for improvement of analytical methods and their practical application and took steps in that direction. The situation has considerably improved since 1993. The Cohesion Fund is now a fully operational, efficient and flexible instrument of finance for projects intended to improve the economic and social cohesion of the Union. Budgetary Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 implementation for the year was 100%) for commitment appropriations and almost 100% for payment appropriations. It is thus the third year in a row that a full commitment of the available budget has been achieved and the first year that payments are near the 100% mark. These figures are impressive considering that each individual project must be fully scrutinized before commitments and payments can be made and that continuous monitoring and checks on physical indicators are made prior to any further payments. The result is full certainty that the projects are being physically implemented; there is no "optical" budget effect, i. e. that high payment ratios reflect only first advances on approved projects rather than actual implementation on the ground. Even though the results achieved are positive and contribute significantly to cohesion, background economic conditions are weak. In spite of the efforts undertaken in the wake of the White Paper on Growth, Competitiveness and Employment - the comprehensive initiative for growth introduced by the Commission in 1993 - the present economic context for furthering economic and social cohesion and reducing the under-development of the least-prosperous Member States is not the most favourable. The generally high levels of unemployment and dampened growth expectations in the Union as a whole also reflect the situation in the four cohesion countries: with the notable exception of Portugal, unemployment levels remain high and economic forecasts give only scant hope of substantial reductions. The combatting of unemployment and a reinforced effort of job-creation has long been a high priority for the Commission as well and increasing emphasis is being placed on the employment-creating effect of all measures undertaken. This is also the case for the Cohesion Fund projects and the Commission has taken steps to improve the assessment of short and long term employment effects in this connection. Section 4. 6. 4 of this Report gives more details on this important issue. In this context, several Member States are at the same time experiencing difficulties in meeting the Maastricht convergence criteria and following the guidelines laid down in the economic convergence programmes leading up to the third phase of EMU. For the four cohesion Member States, the work of the Cohesion Fund does indeed help to address this situation: the call on public expenditure is being curtailed while it is still possible to continue priority investment activities. The total resources available to the Cohesion Fund are of course limited and the investment levels can be maintained only within the strict limits set by the budgetary allocation for each Member State. Some difficulties have persisted as a result of the late notification of environment projects, the notification of such projects below the threshold of ECU 10 million and delays caused by public procurement difficulties. Delays in implementing environment projects have regrettably increased. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 Cooperation with the EIB continues to give satisfactory results and increases the quality of evaluation of the projects. Several projects could not be adopted as proposed and were refused or had to be amended before they could be accepted. Member States were informed accordingly. Suspension proceedings had to be opened in several cases. During 1995 the number of meetings of the Monitoring Committees increased and inspection visits intensified. Some irregularities were found but these had no impact on the Union budget since corrective measures could be taken before payments were made. No case of fraud has so far been found in the first three years of operation of the Cohesion Fund. A certain number of projects were already completed or were very close to completion in 1995. Some had even been opened to the public for use. A draft decision on information and publicity measures was been to the European Parliament. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COHESION FUND 1. 1 1. 2 1. 3 Background Operations Enlargement 9 11 12 CHAPTER 2 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COMMITTED AND PAID BY THE FUND 2. 1 2. 2 2. 3 2. 4 Budget available Breakdown by Member State Budget implementation Spain 2. 3. 1 2. 3. 2 Portugal 2. 3. 3 Greece Ireland 2. 3. 4 Assistance for studies and technical support measures 2. 4. 1 General 2. 4. 2 On the Commission's initiative 2. 4. 3 At the request of the Member States 2. 5 Payments by Member State in 1995 CHAPTER 3 CONVERGENCE AND CONDITIONALITY 3. 1 Spain Portugal Convergence programmes 3. 1. 1 3. 1. 2 3. 1. 3 Greece Ireland 3. 1. 4 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 13 14 14 16 25 31 37 42 42 43 44 45 46 47 47 48 CHAPTER 4 EVALUATION OF PROJECTS AND MEASURES ADOPTED 7 4. 1 4. 2 4. 3 4. 4 4. 5 4. 6 4. 7 4. 8 General Trans-European transport networks Contribution to the implementation of environment policy Balance between the environment and transport Assessment of compatibility with the other policies Socio-economic impact Coordination and consistency with the other measures The role of the EIB in project evaluation CHAPTER 5 MONITORING AND INSPECTION 5. 1 Monitoring Committees Spain Portugal ' 5. 1. 1 5. 1. 2 5. 1. 3 Greece Ireland 5. 1. 4 5. 2 5. 3 5. 4 5. 5 Inspection missions Role of the EIB Fraud and irregularities Legal proceedings in progress 50 51 60 61 62 67 75 79 81 81 83 84 85 86 88 89 89 CHAPTER 6 INTER-DIALOGUE, INFORMATION AND PUBLICITY Information to the European Parliament, the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions 6. 1. 1 European Parliament 6. 1. 2 Economic and Social Committee and Committee of the Regions Information to the Member States Information to the social partners 90 90. 92 93 93 6. 1 6. 2 6. 3 6. 4 Information meetings for interested parties 6. 4. 1 Hearings for interested parties 6. 4. 2 Rail day 6. 4. 3 Other information meetings Seminar on financial management Publicity at the initiative of the Commission 6. 5 6. 6 6. 7 Measures taken by the Member States Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 93 93 94 94 96 96 97 ANNEXES Annex 1 Annex 2 Annex 3 Main points of projects approved in 1995 (published in the Official Journal of the European Community) Graphs Rail and road network maps Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 1 - Implementation of the Cohesion Fund CHAPTER 1 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COHESION FUND 1. 1 BACKGROUND 1. 1. 1 Conditionality The Cohesion Fund is subject to the principle of conditionality set out in Article 6 of the Fund Regulation1. This principle was suspended until two years after the entry into force of the Maastricht Treaty, i. e. until 1 November 1995. On 20 December 1995 the Commission decided to apply this principle in practice. Unlike the Structural Fund Regulations, the Regulation establishing a Cohesion Fund establishes a link between the granting of assistance from the Fund and the monitoring of national budget deficits provided for in Article 104c of the EU Treaty, as amended by the Maastricht Treaty. Article 6 of the Regulation requires the Commission to suspend finance for new projects or - in the case of projects divided into different stages, new stages of projects - if the Member State concerned is found in accordance with the procedure to have an excessive deficit. In September 1994 the Council decided that Spain, Portugal and Greece had excessive budgetary deficits; Ireland, on the contrary, was found not to have an excessive deficit. For the first three countries the Council recommendation specified targets to be reached for 1995 and in July 1995 Council confirmed these targets and established new ones for 1996. In the spring of 1996, after the Member States concerned have presented their final budgetary reports for 1995, an examination will be made to see whether the targets for 1995 have been achieved. If a Member State has not achieved that target, the Commission will suspend payments to it from the Cohesion Fund for all new projects and new stages of projects already under way. If financing has been suspended in spring 1996, it may resume if the objective for 1996 is met. The Commission has decided to apply these rules in a flexible manner. 1. 1. 2 Balance between environment and transport infrastructure projects On 22 November 1995 the Commission adopted a paper on Cohesion and the Environment, which clarified a major principle concerning the Cohesion Fund. Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 of 16 May 1994. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 1 - Implementation of the Cohesion Fund 1 o Article 10(2) of the Cohesion Fund Regulation states that "a suitable balance shall be struck between projects in the field of the environment and projects relating to transport infrastructure. " The importance of this principle is clear: it would be unacceptable if one of the two investment areas systematically received a substantially larger share of total funding than the other, simply because of differences in the nature of the investments, average project size, maturity of the sector and lead-times in project planning. The target of allocating finance to environment projects and transport infrastructure projects on an equal basis for the whole period until end-1999 was confirmed as the Commission's objective. This means that environment projects, which may not always be as visible or large-scale as transport infrastructure projects, have the same high priority in the view of the Commission and that the Member States should put forward proposals accordingly. The Commission is of course prepared to apply this principle flexibly and not insist on a 50/50 split year-by-year. That would be counter-productive and mean that good projects in one area were held up because of lack of projects in the other. Such flexibility has already been exercised in 1993, 1994 and 1995, as this Report shows. 1. 1. 3 Community and national priorities Under Article 10 of the Cohesion Fund Regulation, the list of projects to be financed is to be adopted by the Commission in agreement with the beneficiary Member State. The Member States are responsible for submitting proposals for projects to the Commission. It is clear that the proposals for finance will reflect the priorities established at national level by those Member States in the fields of the environment and transport infrastructure. It is equally clear that the Commission must adopt projects for the Cohesion Fund while applying Community considerations and priorities. In the field of transport infrastructure, all projects must be part of the decisions concerning the trans-European Transport Network (TEN) or provide access to that network. In practice, the Commission has agreed to finance projects which were identified as high priorities for the TEN by the Essen European Council. In the field of the environment, the Commission is following closely the priorities laid down in the Directives concerning the supply of drinking water,2 waste water3 and treatment of solid waste4. All three sectors are included in the Fifth Environmental Directive 80/778/EEC as amended by Directive 91/692/EEC (OJ No L 377, p. 48). Directive 91/271 /EEC (OJ No L 135, p. 40). Directive 75/442/EEC as amended by Directive 91/156/EEC (OJ No L 78, p. 32) Directive 78/319/EEC as amended by Directive 91/689/EEC (OJ No L 377,p. 20). Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 1 - Implementation of the Cohesion Fund 11 Programme on sustainable development. Most of the finance for environment projects is given to these areas; this does not mean that other environment projects are excluded, as this report shows. The Cohesion Fund is getting an increasing number of applications concerning erosion control, reafforestation and protection of habitats. Nature conservation measures and coastal protection are also on the increase. A large number of these projects have received finance in the past and new projects will be approved in the future. The three main areas covered by the Directives remain, however, priorities for Commission assistance. 1. 2 OPERATIONS The operation of the Cohesion Fund in 1995 finally revealed the strong points of the approach set out in Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 and implemented by the Commission: a substantial increase in the prior appraisal of projects, in both economic and technical terms, as a result of the development by both the Commission and the Member States of appropriate analytical instruments and an increase in the Commission's capacity for analysis thanks to its use of outside expertise and cooperation with the EIB; introduction of a system for the effective monitoring of projects. After a running-in period, this has proved effective; the implementation of financial management procedures which ensure a close link between payments and implementation on the ground. This is now operating satisfactorily. By utilizing all these instruments, the Commission can discharge to the full the tasks entrusted to it by the Regulation and obtain detailed knowledge of the progress of each project it is financing. It should also be noted that the very large number of small-scale projects submitted to the Cohesion Fund, particularly in the field of the environment, has resulted in a proliferation in the number of approval decisions. The application of fairly complex procedures requires a very considerable administrative effort which, spread over an excessive number of projects, has resulted in a very heavy workload. The Commission considers that this situation should be corrected in 1996 and that in future assistance from the Cohesion Fund should be concentrated on a smaller number of large projects or on coherent groups of projects with a significant impact which form part of an integrated strategy in the transport and environment sectors. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 1 - Implementation of the Cohesion Fund 12 1. 3 ENLARGEMENT Following up the conclusions of the presidency of the Madrid European Council, the Commission has continued its examination of the implications of enlargement for economic and social cohesion. While cohesion is a fundamental principle of the European Union, it is clearly difficult to make any predictions concerning the future of cohesion policies or their financial implications for the Union. Enlargement will profoundly affect the cohesion of the Union; any reform of or change to cohesion policies must be progressive and be implemented over time if it is to be acceptable to all. As a preliminary comment, the Commission has stated that the general application of cohesion policy throughout the Union should be maintained. The cohesion countries should benefit from a guarantee of continued solidarity which takes account of the success achieved in economic and social cohesion. The shape of policies should provide a clear signal that the principle of budget discipline is being concretely respected in a situation when most Member States are going through a process of rigorous budget management in order to meet the Maastricht criteria. The Cohesion Fund is just one of the instruments aiming at economic and social cohesion to be examined in this context; its continued application until 1999 may provide elements for that reflection. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 1 - Implementation of the Cohesion Fund CHAPTER 2 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COMMITTED AND PAID BY THE FUND 2. 1 BUDGET AVAILABLE At the December 1992 Edinburgh summit, the Heads of State and Government decided to grant ECU 15 150 million (at 1992 prices) to the four beneficiary Member States for the period 1993-99. The year-by-year breakdown of these appropriations is as follows: Year 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 Total ECU million (1992 prices) Amount 1 500 1 750 2 000 2 250 2 500 2 550 2 600 15 150 Subsequently, adjustments for inflation meant that, following indexation, commitment appropriations for 1993, 1994 and 1995 were set at ECU 1 565 million, ECU 1 853 million and ECU 2 152 million respectively. Payment appropriations for those years amounted to ECU 1 000 million, ECU 1 679 million and ECU 1 750 million respectively. In 1995, the budgetary authority (the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union) decided to transfer ECU 300 000 to the budget item managed by the UCLAF (Unité de coordination de lutte anti-fraude - anti-fraud unit) to provide commitment and payment appropriations for use in the fight against fraud in the Cohesion Fund. This transfer reduced the commitment appropriations available to the Cohesion Fund in 1995 to ECU 2 151. 7 million and the payment appropriations to ECU 1 749. 7 million. In view of the above, the budget for 1996 was set at ECU 2 444 million in commitment appropriations and ECU 1 919 million in payment appropriations. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 14 2. 2 BREAKDOWN BY MEMBER STATE An indicative breakdown of these amounts was made pursuant to Annex I to the Regulation, which prescribes brackets of 52% to 58% for Spain, 16% to 20% each for Greece and Portugal and 7% to 10% for Ireland. The table of indicative brackets was therefore as follows: SPAIN GREECE-PORTUGAL I R E L A ND ECU million (1992 prices) 52% 55% 58% 16% 18% 20% 7% 9% 10% 780 825 870 240 270 300 105 135 150 910 962. 5 1 015 280 315 350 122. 5 157. 5 175 Member State 1993 1994 1995 1 040 1 100 1 160 320 360 400 140 180 200 1996 1 170 1 237. 5 1 305 360 405 450 157. 5 202. 5 225 1997 1 300 1 375 1 450 400 450 500 175 225 250 1998 1 326 1 402. 5 1 479 408 459 510 178. 5 229. 5 255 1999 1 352 1 430 1 508 416 468 520 282 234 260 TOTAL 93/99 6 174 8 332. 5 8 787 2 424 2 727 3 030 1 060. 5 1 363. 5 1 515 2. 3 BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION At 31 December, commitments for 1995 totalled ECU 2 151. 6 million, or 99. 9% of the appropriations available. Table 1 shows the breakdown of commitments from the Cohesion Fund by Member State and by sector. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 15 Table 1 - Appropriations for commitments - 1995: ECU 2 151. 7 million M. S. Environment % Transport % Total Breakdown ECU million 18 100 E GR 1RL P 574 225 824 48. 48 610 206 854 51. 52 1 184 432 678 55. 09 228 184 658 58. 82 159 729 130 41. 18 387 913 788 18. 04 93 179 175 48. 94 97 182 548 50. 06 190 361 723 8. 87 146 648 564 37. 88 240 472 848 62. 12 387 121 412 TOTAL / 042 238 221 48. 48 1 07 591 380 51. 52 2 149 829 601 Tech. Ass - - - - 1 845 980 0. 086 T O T AL 1 042 238 221 1 107 591 380 2 151 675 581 100 The unused balance of commitments amounts to: (2 151 700 000 - 2 151 675 581) - + ECU 24 419 Table 2 - Appropriations for payments - 1995: ECU 1 749. 7 ECU million M. S. Environment. % Transport % Total Breakdown E GR IRL P TOTAL Tech. Ass. 358 421 236 32. 4 746 857 276 67. 6 1 105 278 512 76 977 597 85 13 523 230 '15 90 500 827 51 669 204 38. 6 81 988 686 61. 4 133 657 890 97 052 060 26. 3 272 152 257 73. 7 369 204 317 584 120 097 34. 4 1 114 521 449 65. 6 1 698 641 546 65 5 8 22 1 - - - - 501. 942 0. 03 T O T AL 584 120 097 1 114 521 449 1 699 143 488 100 Balance of payment appropriations: (1 749 700 000 - 1 699 143. 488) = ECU 50 556. 512 (2. 9%) In 1995 appropriations for payments were implemented at a rate of 97. 1%. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 16 Table 3 - Appropriations to combat fraud (see section 2. 1 of this Report) Appropriations available: ECU 300 000 Commitments 296 000 Payments 197 320 ECU Balance 102 680 The unused balance of ECU 4 000 (300 000 - 296 000) lapsed at the end of the year. 2. 3. 1 Spain 2. 3. 1. 1 Environment In 1995, the Spanish authorities submitted 48 applications for assistance involving finance from the Cohesion Fund. These covered almost 800 environmental projects for which assistance amounted to ECU 919 million. The applications fell into five sectors: water supply, waste-water treatment, urban waste, afforestation and planning and restoration of the coastline and the urban environment. The sectors for assistance in 1995 confirm Spain's priorities for the environment. The drainage and waste-water treatment is one of the most important of these priorities, accounting for 48% of assistance for the environment and intended in particular to implement Community Directive 91/271/EEC on waste water in preparation for 1998 and 2000. This year, for the first time, following an agreement with the central government, the Autonomous Communities and the presentation and implementation of projects financed by the Cohesion Fund. local authorities participated in In 1995, the Commission adopted 47 decisions on some 610 projects and measures concerning the environment in Spain. During that year, assistance totalling ECU 574 221 690 was provided towards eligible costs of ECU 834 806 979. This assistance represented 48. 5% of total assistance from the Cohesion Fund. The decisions for this sector adopted in previous years (1993 and 1994) did not give rise to any financial commitment in 1995 because they were adopted as single commitments. The difficulty of proposing large-scale environmental projects, which resulted in Spain submitting a large number of measures in 1995, is largely the consequence of the decentralization of implementation to a number of bodies, central government and regional and local authorities, and the number of sectors for assistance proposed. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 17 The projects approved are broken down by category in the table below. The paragraphs which follow provide further details, highlighting the main projects in each category. The projects approved comply with the priorities of the Fifth Community Action Programme on the Environment and Sustainable Development, the objectives of Article 13Or of the Treaty and the requirements stemming from implementation of the Community Directives on the environment. Breakdown of projects by sector Category Total cost Assistance Commitment 1995 ECU % Number of decisions WATER TREATMENT 462 674 562 377 989 429 275 944 076 48. 06 22 WATER SUPPLY 74 690 587 63 486 998 63 486 998 11. 06 WASTE 54 525 589 43 620 469 32 011 353 URBAN ENV. 30 773 797 24 619 035 24 619 035 5. 57 4. 29 COASTS 118 160 652 100 436 552 100 436 552 17. 49 AFFORESTATION 87 295 355 72 012 861 72 012 861 12. 54 STUDIES ETC 6 686 437 5 710 815 5 710 815 0. 99 TOTAL 834 806 979 687 876 159 574 221 690 100 3 7. 3 3 7 2 47 Water supply The national water plan, which is still being approved, defines the relevant objectives and measures. In this sector, three decisions were taken concerning some 56 measures to improve or provide good quality water in large towns (including Guadalajara, Huelva, Murcia, Malaga, Cuenca and Teruel) and areas affected by drought and water shortages in the river basins of southern Spain, the Guadalquivir, Guadiana, Segura, Tagus and Jucar. They mainly involve the construction of the infrastructure required to transport drinking water to areas where it is needed (pumping stations, aqueducts, tunnels, treatment stations, etc). The measures to combat drought are set out separately for each river basin. Waste-water treatment In February 1995, Spain approved the national plan for the drainage and waste-water treatment designed to coordinate assistance from the relevant public bodies and encourage compliance with the obligations imposed by Directive 91/271/EEC. It also specifies the areas regarded as Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 18 sensitive and less sensitive, infrastructure, drainage and treatment needs and gives a general estimate of the economic impact. Of the 21 decisions adopted, 13 were prepared directly by the regional and local authorities, which will also implement them. The main aims of constructing infrastructure for the collection and treatment of waste water are to reduce the degree of pollution of such water, improve health conditions, protect ecosystems and encourage the rational utilization of water. Solid waste The national strategies for the period 1995-2000 on dangerous waste and the recovery of contaminated soil were approved in February 1995. Both plans contain the priorities and criteria laid down by the European Union, principally in Directive 91/689/EEC, which fixes limits for dangerous residues. Two decisions concerning the management of dangerous waste, in Extremadura and the Basque Country, and three decisions on urban waste, in Madrid, Barcelona and Bilbao, were financed. These projects provide for the selective collection of solid urban waste, the reduction at source of dangerous waste, the promotion of recycling and the reuse of waste and the environment- friendly treatment of the resulting residues. Two decisions on the rehabilitation of polluted land were also financed. The aims of these projects are to prevent soil pollution and encourage the cleaning up and recovery of polluted soil. Afforestation The national institute for nature conservation (ICONA) drew up the reafforestation plan for 1995-99, which includes afforestation and combatting erosion and desertification. and forms part of the national plan for the restoration of water and forestry resources (in each river basin). This plan also includes measures to encourage regeneration of plant cover where ecosystems have deteriorated because of fire. The Autonomous Communities and the central administration (ICONA) submitted projects grouped by river basin. Seven decisions covering 348 afforestation projects were adopted during 1995. These provide for the replacement of vegetation cover through replanting of trees, the treatment of forests to improve existing vegetation, maintenance work on seasonal water courses, the consolidation and strengthening of banks and their stabilization against landslips through dykes and breakwaters. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 19 There is also provision for complementary measures such as the hydrological improvement of river basins which have deteriorated. Coasts The central administration submitted three decisions covering 35 projects concerned with coastal improvements, the restoration of beaches and the environmental restoration of the coastline in various places on both the Mediterranean and Atlantic seaboards. The aim is to protect the coastline, restore coastal areas of ecological importance and reduce human pressure on the coast. Three decisions were also adopted to check the erosion of beaches, restore and protect the natural environment and re-establish natural areas on the coastline. Urban environment Measures concerning the urban environment were submitted by the local authorities. Three decisions were adopted for the various categories of projects. One concerned with the regeneration of the historic centre of Barcelona (Case-Antic) was submitted by the Barcelona city council. A group of four projects to provide green areas along river banks and check environmental deterioration was submitted by the Barcelona Metropolitan Area. Madrid city council also submitted a group of two projects concerned with the construction of a centre for noise studies in Madrid and the restoration of run-down areas of the Casa de Campo park. 2. 3. 1. 2 Transport During 1995, the Commission adopted nine decisions on new transport infrastructure projects to be financed by the Cohesion Fund and five decisions approving additional amounts for projects financed in 1993 under the cohesion financial instrument. The total amount committed from the 1995 budget was ECU 610 206 854, of which 66. 1% was for new projects (over ECU 403 million) and the remainder (33. 9%) was for amendments to earlier decisions (ECU 70 million) or annual instalments of projects adopted under the 1994 budget (ECU 136. 8 million). The breakdown of the budget by mode of transport is as follows: - roads 79. 5% ' - railways 19. 6% - waterways 0. 9%. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 20 Roads The following projects under the 1995 Cohesion Fund budget may be noted: 1. Madrid-Valencia expressway (N-III) - Motilla del Palancar-Minglanilla section. Assistance comprising a single commitment (1995) of ECU 34. 7 million was approved. This project, which forms part of the Madrid-Valencia expressway, includes the construction of two 7 m-wide carriageways with external and internal shoulders of 2. 5 m and 1 m respectively; the construction of five viaducts and 14 over- and under-passes, mostly using prestressed concrete bridging slabs, and four intersections, at Motilla del Palancar, Castillejo de Iniesta, Granja and Minglanilla. 2. Zaragoza-Huesca expressway The Commission approved finance worth ECU 103. 5 million, to be committed in annual instalments. The first (1995) instalment of assistance is worth ECU 5. 6 million. The Zaragoza-Huesca expressway will provide a third access to France through the Somport tunnel. The work involves the construction of three sections of expressway. The 22 km long Zuera-Almudévar section includes 23 structures of various types: bridges with decks in prestressed reinforced concrete and pergola-type bridges. The 21. 6 km long Almudévar-Huesca section includes four over-passes, one over the Monegros canal, a mixed structure in steel and concrete, 16 under-passes and a number of retaining walls. 3. Somport tunnel (Phase II) The Commission approved financing worth ECU 80. 8 million with commitments in annual instalments. Commitment of the 1995 instalment amounted to ECU 26. 8 million. The tunnel-driving project from the Spanish side was submitted to the Commission for financing from the Cohesion Fund in February 1994 and approved in 1995. It covers construction of a tunnel 8 553 m long, of which 5 185 m lies in Spain. The tunnel will link the N-330 Huesca-Somport road to the RN 134 in France. The width between the outer pedestrian ways will be 9 m, with two carriageways of 3. 5 m each, two shoulders of 0. 50 m and a central reservation of 1 m. 4. Rias Bai as expressway, Orense-Porrino section (78. 7 km) Assistance approved amounted to ECU 212. 8 million. The project is subdivided into five sub-sections: Orense-Barbantes: 13. 6 km, five viaducts, three over-passes and ten under-passes Barbantes-Melon: 21. 7 km, two viaducts, seven over-passes and 21 under-passes Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 21 Melon-La Caniza: 9. 1 km La Caniza-Batallares: 15. 5 km, two tunnels (3 km), one bridge in prestressed concrete with two decks of 186 m each suspended by cables, six over- and under-passes. Batallares-Porrino: 18. 9 km. The Commission approved financing by commitments in annual instalments. The commitment for 1995 amounts to ECU 133. 2 million. 5. Trans-Catalonia highway. Lérida-Gerona - Rajadell-Manresa-Artes and Vic-Manlleu sections. Assistance was approved by means of a single commitment (1995) of ECU 43. 1 million. The project will provide a triple link with the trans-European networks through a direct link between Lérida and Gerona through the central lowlands. It falls into five clearly differentiated sub-sections: Lérida-Cervera, Cervera-Manresa, Manresa-Vic, Vic-Olotand Olot-Figueras. The project financed by the Cohesion Fund includes the sections: Rajadell-Manresa (7. 10 km), Manresa by-pass (1. 36 km), Manresa-S. Fruitos (5. 04 km), S. Fruitos-Artés (8 km), the Vic arterial road (8. 11 km) and Vic-Manlleu 3. 65 km. The Rajadell-Manresa-Artés section will include four viaducts, eight over-passes, 15 under-passes and nine interchanges. The Vic-Manlleu section includes six interchanges, one viaduct, eight over passes and 12 under-passes. 6. Lower Llobregat expressway Martorell-coast road section The Commission approved assistance amounting to ECU 129. 9 million through commitments in annual instalments. In addition to these works, two tunnels will be built, one 320 m long under the N-II and one 675 m long under the railway, and an underpass under the A-2 redesigned. Railways Two new projects were adopted in 1995: the third phase of the upgrading of the conventional "Mediterranean Corridor" line. The aim is to achieve speeds of 200/220 km/h on a network which forms part of a priority corridor, the first two phases of which were financed in 1993 and 1994. Assistance granted totals ECU 172 667 694, of which about ECU 58 251 821 will be charged to the 1995 budget; Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 22 modernization of the conventional rail network. This is a group of small projects located at various points of the network. Assistance granted amounts to ECU 94 256 510, of which ECU 46 091 434 will be charged to the 1995 budget. Maritime transport (Vessel Traffic System) The VTS projects include establishment of a network of maritime traffic control centres at sensitive points on the Spanish coast to prevent accidents, combat pollution and monitor activities and operations at sea. One VTS project was adopted during the year following the five others financed in 1993. It concerns the construction of buildings to monitor sea traffic in the ports of Almeria, Bilbao, Palma de Mallorca, Tarragona and Valencia. The assistance granted totalled ECU 11 057 054. For statistical purposes, half of this amount will be placed in the environment sector because of the positive impact it will have in this field. The table below shows the pattern of financial assistance from the Cohesion Fund to the environment: Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund Environmental projects CFI commitment April 93 -May 94 ECU % CF commitment June 94 - Dec 94 ECU 23 % CF commitment Jan 95 - Dec. 95 ECU % 63 486 998 11. 06 97 350 000 32 167 000 9 532 000 35. 9 11. 9 3. 5 149 918 102 38 939 615 30 7. 8 58 355 468 11. 7 275 944 076 48. 06 90 095 000 33. 2 180 934 898 36. 7 72 012 861 12. 54 21. 868. 000 18 845 000 8. 1 7. 0 38 906 530 30 834 059 1 134 000 0. 4 2 489 917 270 991 000 100 500 378 589 7. 7 6. 2 0. 4 100 32 011 353 24 619 035 5. 57 4. 29 100 436 552 17. 49 5 710 815 0. 99 574 221 690 100 Water supply and management Water quality control Collection and treatment of waste water Control of erosion, afforestation and reafforestation Nature conservation Control of industrial pollution Waste management Urban environment Coasts Studies, etc TOTAL Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 24 Development of Cohesion Fund financial assistance in the field of transport Transport projects CFI commitment April 93 - May 94 ECU % CF commitment June 94 - Dec 94 ECU % CF commitment Jan. 95 -Dec 95 ECU % Roads and motorways 428 831 141 71. 9 3 050 470 658 61. 14 484 862 435 79. 46 Railways Airports and traffic control Ports-traffic control TOTAL 88 755 999 73 173 742 15 606 579 606 367 461 14. 7 12. 1 1. 3 100 193 860 252 38. 86 119 815 892 19. 63 498 907 910 100 610 206 855 100 5 528 528 0. 91 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 25 2. 3. 2 Portugal 2. 3. ,2. 1 Environment The projects submitted by Portugal in 1995 continue the strategy for assistance followed since 1993, the main aim of which is to provide infrastructure for water supply, waste-water treatment and the management of solid urban waste in the most densely populated regions of the country: Lisbon, Oporto and the Algarve. This geographical concentration meant that coherent groups of projects, defined at regional level and so ensuring a significant impact and more effective financing from the Cohesion Fund, could be presented for each objective. A large number of the projects submitted in 1995 gave rise to assistance financed by the cohesion financial instrument and the Cohesion Fund. Examples include drainage in the Oporto region and the supply of drinking water in the eastern Algarve. Others involve measures which will continue over the coming years, such as two major systems for obtaining and distributing water in Oporto. The few exceptions to this geographical criterion concern projects designed to provide solutions to particularly serious problems of an urgency which requires swift action, sometimes on a large scale. An example is the project to clean up the Ria de Aveiro. Compared with previous years, a greater number of projects - particularly in the drinking water and urban waste sectors - are on a large scale: the supply of drinking water to Oporto and the in Lisbon and Oporto. These are large-scale projects concerning several incinerators. municipalities which will be implemented and managed by companies on a concession basis. Consideration of a number of these applications will have to continue in 1996. Projects concerned with waste-water treatment are rather smaller in scale since the nature of the assistance provided often makes it difficult to find inter-municipal solutions. Nevertheless, these projets are vital to the implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC on urban waste-water treatment and constitute coherent groups. An example is the series of projects being undertaken in the Ria Formosa area of the Algarve. During 1995 the Cohesion Fund received 28 applications for assistance and the total amount applied for exceeded the resources available for environmental projects. By the end of the year, 22 projects had been adopted, included five submitted in earlier years. The breakdown by type of project adopted is as follows: Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 26 Type of project Number Assistance Drinking water Waste water Solid waste Study (water management) TOTAL Supply of drinking water 10 10 1 1 22 % 50 40 5 5 73. 6 58. 0 7. 5 7. 5 146. 6 100 The assistance requested from the Cohesion Fund is intended to increase the percentage of the population of Portugal connected to a mains supply of drinking water while ensuring the high levels of quality laid down by European Directives. During 1995, the Fund financed ten projects in this sector in Portugal. These accounted for half the resources available for environmental projects, some ECU 73. 5 million. Virtually all these projects are located in the Oporto and Algarve regions, the only exception being the Enxoé dam and water supply system in the Alentejo, a region particularly hard hit by drought. In the Oporto region, the Cohesion Fund has been asked to finance two major systems (north. and south) which should supply virtually all the municipalities located around the city as well as the city itself. These systems will be constructed and managed by companies granted a concession on which the municipalities will be represented. These are major infrastructures for the uptake and treatment of water and the supply of drinking water to the reservoirs of each municipality responsible for the supply to the final consumer. This solution will provide considerable economies of scale as regards the production and treatment of water and the rationalization of existing resources. In 1995 approval was given to finance for the project concerning the seven municipalities comprising the Oporto-North system and to seven other small projects which are essential if existing plant is to be integrated into the system. The Fund will continue to assist these systems in the years to come and will cover all the works involved. The total contribution could amount to over ECU 200 million. The approach followed in the Algarve is similar to that applied in Oporto: two major projects for the collection, treatment and distribution of drinking water to all the municipalities in the region through the Barlavento system for the west and the Sotavento system for the east. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 27 In 1995, the Cohesion Fund financed a number of measures forming part of the Sotavento system: the Odeleite dam and the tunnel linking it to the Beliche dam, a large diameter supply pipe, secondary pipes and an increase in the capacity of two water treatment stations to support the network. This ambitious project will require investment totalling over ECU 100 million. Waste-water treatment The situation as regards the waste-water treatment in Portugal in terms of the obligations imposed by Community legislation means that substantial investment has to be undertaken within a comparatively short period. This is a justification for a high level of assistance from the Cohesion Fund, even for small-scale projects. In 1995, the Fund financed ten projects which absorbed some ECU 58 million, 40% of the appropriations available for the environment. The criterion of geographical concentration was always respected, the aim being to bring the increase in the capacity for the waste-water treatment into line with increases in supply. Most of the projects submitted in 1995 concerned the densely populated region of Oporto, where the measures in progress include the cleaning up of the most important tributary river basins, such as the River Leça. These projects have been designed in integrated fashion by using inter-municipal solutions wherever possible and ensuring the coherence of assistance and the effectiveness of the means used in terms of the objectives sought. The Cohesion Fund granted finance for the first stage of a major project to clean up the Ria de Aveiro, an area of the greatest importance from an environmental point of view where very high levels of pollution occur because of the discharge of untreated waste water from towns and industry. This project extends over a number of municipalities and includes several industrial sites. It should facilitate the restoration and preservation of an area of lagoons which includes areas protected by European legislation. These are of particular importance for birds. In the Algarve, the Fund supported the first stage of waste-water treatment for the town of Portimao and a project in the Louie area. Fewer projects were financed in this region than in previous years but the Fund will continue to provide assistance, particularly to the Ria Formosa, a nature park classified as a wetland of international importance and a specially protected area for wild birds. Solid waste The solid urban waste projects submitted in 1995 were still few in number compared with other sectors assisted by the Cohesion Fund but the amount of investment they represent is considerably greater. Particularly worthy of mention are the incinerators in the two largest cities, Lisbon and Oporto, projects which will continue to be considered in 1996. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 28 Only one project was financed in this sector: a controlled discharge to serve three municipalities on the left bank of the Tagus, near Lisbon. This project accounts for 5% of the funds available for environmental projects in 1995. The Cohesion Fund has asked for a greater number of applications in this sector. 2. 3. 2. 2 Transport The main concern demonstrated by the strategy being followed in Portugal was to ensure that Cohesion Fund assistance could facilitate an appropriate degree of integration into the trans- European transport networks, having particular regard to Portugal's position on the edge of the Community, which heightens the urgency of an effective transport system. This general strategy continued to be followed in 1995. Road network The very fast rate of growth of trade, particularly along land routes, with the rest of the Community since accession has demonstrated the need to continue work on the construction and modernization of the road network providing links with the rest of Europe. This is the only way of reducing operating costs, cutting journey times and improving road safety. From the main routes making up the basic network in Portugal, which is fully integrated into the trans-European network, three with the highest priority have been selected, mainly to ensure a degree of concentration of Cohesion Fund assistance. These involve completion of the Valença-Vila Real de S. Antonio road northwards to the Spanish frontier, the early opening of the Portuguese section of the Lisbon-Madrid road and speeding up work on the Lisbon- Valladolid road, which forms an integral part of the Category I infrastructure projects on the list adopted by the Corfu European Council and confirmed at the Essen summit. During 1995, the Portuguese authorities asked for an amendment to part of the route of this road. The Cohesion Fund granted assistance to the Alcanena-Atalaia and Atalaia-Abrantes sections. The Palmela-Marateca and Marateca-Montemor sections of the Lisbon-Madrid route were also financed. Only one project (the Cruz-Braga section) of the Valença-Vila Real de S. Antonio road received part-financing from the Fund. However, the Portuguese authorities have undertaken to submit applications for the sections needed to complete this route. High priority was also given to relieving congestion in urban areas by financing ring roads designed mainly to link the various transport networks outside city centres. The inner and outer Lisbon ring roads, the CRIL and the CREL, are helping eliminate serious bottlenecks in the metropolitan area's transport system by improving operation of the urban road network while also providing some environmental benefits. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 29 In 1995 the Commission approved a slight increase in Community aid originally allocated to the CRIL and the Portuguese authorities stated that they would make further applications to the Cohesion Fund for finance for these two ring roads. The other urban areas also assisted by the Cohesion Fund include the road bridge over the Tagus in Lisbon and one phase of the Freixo Bridge project in Oporto. Rail network The main strategic aim of the rail infrastructure plan is the revitalization of the main routes linking Portugal with the centre of Europe while ensuring that this mode of transport can provide a genuine alternative to road transport through its greater efficiency in the transport of people and goods. The Fund is concerned with two lines, the North and the Beira Alta lines, both of which form an integral part of the trans-European network and have considerable strategic importance nationally. The extent of the investment planned justifies simultaneous assistance from the ERDF and the Cohesion Fund for different sections or stages of the projects. The projects for the general modernization of these lines comprise principally electrification, increasing the number of tracks, signalling and the replacement or strengthening of bridges and tunnels to permit the higher maximum speeds which will, in both cases, substantially cut journey times. Three projects were adopted in 1993/94, two of which were for the Beira Alta line. During 1995, the Commission approved a fourth rail project, also for the Beira Alta line. Maritime transport Portugal's geographical position and the comparative scarcity of land links with the rest of Europe provide full justification for the country's decision to pursue a strategy of promoting maritime transport which will enable this sector to regain its important traditional role in Portugal's foreign trade, particularly on the Atlantic seaboard. The aim is to improve the conditions under which the country's ports operate while also ensuring their integration into the trans-European networks through appropriate multimodal integration. Assistance from the Cohesion Fund has concentrated on investment likely to improve access and intermodal links and encourage improvements in the quality and diversity of port services. However, the present stiff competition in the maritime transport sector means that efforts have to be concentrated on the ports which are likely to be the most competitive. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 30 To provide a context for the Cohesion Fund's work in this area and avoid the creation of over capacity in ports, in 1995 the Commission had a study carried out on the four largest ports in Portugal in order to define the priorities for assistance within an overall strategy. Projects approved During 1995, two new projects were adopted for Portugal and further funding provided for the CRIL. Assistance from the Cohesion Fund amounted to some ECU 53 381 000 of which almost ECU 37 739 000 was committed from the 1995 budget. In addition, annual instalments were comrnittcd in 1995 in respect of tliree projects adopted in 1994 bringing total comrnitrnents for the year to ECU 240. 4 million. The breakdown by mode of transport was as follows: iSHliilll liiiiiiiiiî Roads Railways Ports Total 1 1 0 2 211. 9 28. 5 0 240. 4 88 12 0 100 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 31 2. 3. 3 Greece 2. 3. 3. 1 Environment In Greece the state of the environment may be regarded as satisfactory. It is varied, rich in biotopes and offers remarkable biodiversity. There are some specific local problems such as air pollution in the large cities. There is, however, a great lack of infrastructure for the supply and distribution of water, waste-water treatment and the management of waste. Despite sustained financial assistance for infrastructure from the Community Funds, needs still outstrip what has been achieved. Since the Cohesion Fund is intended to promote economic and social cohesion, it has contributed substantially to the improvement and construction of the infrastructure which is lacking and to the protection of nature. The main shortfall is in infrastructure for waste. Some of the priorities for waste water are immediate (1998-2000), while others are medium-term (2005). The Cohesion Fund wishes to ensure the sound management of available resources of drinking water. In addition to efforts to remedy the infrastructure deficit, the mechanism for monitoring and checking the application of environmental policy needs to be stepped up. In 1995 assistance to Greece from the Cohesion Fund accounted for 59% of Community assistance to that country. The breakdown of assistance by objective is as follows: Water supply: Waste-water treatment: Waste management: Nature protection: 18 %5 75 % 1 % 6 % Two major projects were approved on a multi-annual basis. The first concerns the supply of water to Thessaloniki from the River Aliakmon and the second the second phase of the biological treatment of water in the same city. Assistance for the environment is in line with the objectives of the Fifth Programme on the Environment and Sustainable Development. The first objective sought concerns the management of water resources. It is essential to ensure adequate quantities of water, the sound management of water resources, the quality of drinking water and a balance between supplies of and demand for drinking water. The second objective This percentage includes a small part of the total funding for water supplies to Thessaloniki corresponding to expected implementation in 1995. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 32 is to provide the country with infrastructure for the waste-water treatment and to help it meet the requirements of the relevant Directives. The third objective relates to the management of waste in accordance with the Community strategy for 2000. Water supply Cohesion Fund assistance for drinking water is primarily concerned with solving problems relating to quality and quantity. This category of projects includes one major project, the supply of water to Thessaloniki from the River Aliakmon, further work on the Evinos major projet for the supply of water to Athens, improvements to the Mornos aqueduct, which is connected with the Evinos major project, the supply of water to Khania and completion of work on phases of projects already approved in Crete, the Péloponnèse, western Greece and Macedonia. In the case of the Athens water supply project, the Cohesion Fund has paid particular attention to the sound management of water resources and the improvement of the pipes carrying the water. It should be noted that bringing the Evinos/Mornos tunnel into service ensured water supplies to Athens in summer 1995. In the case of the Thessaloniki water supply major project, the Cohesion Fund has been concerned to ensure the sound management of water resources, the monitoring of existing plant and the obligation to complete the networks required. The Cohesion Fund is also monitoring closely the project to establish a hydrological and meteorological database to meet needs arising from the sound management of water resources in Greece. Water supply to other towns will concentrate on tourist and industrial centres. A number of decisions remain to be taken in 1996. Waste-water treatment A large number of projects for the waste-water treatment and effluent (mainly urban in origin) have been part-financed in several large and medium-sized regional towns. These include the second phase of the major project for biological waste-water treatment in Thessaloniki, which is of the utmost importance for water quality in the Bay of Thessaloniki and serves the second largest city in Greece. To improve water quality in the Bay of Thessaloniki, the Cohesion Fund has approved a project for biological waste-water treatment in the Thessaloniki tourist area, the effluent from which is also discharged into the Bay. This assistance, together with the project to clean up Kalochori, forms a series of measures which will benefit the environment of the region. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 33 The Cohesion Fund has begun the procedure to close the first stages of 54 projects concerned with the waste-water treatment and effluent from small and medium-sized towns which it had been part-financing since 1993 in towns, mainly regional capitals, throughout Greece. The Cohesion Fund has also part-financed some second stages of these projects. Part-financing is already being provided for those in Kavala, Kozani and Xanthi in northern Greece (Macedonia and Thrace), Corfu in the Ionion Sea, Patras in southern Greece (Péloponnèse), Skiathos and Rhodes in the Aegean, Livadia in central Greece and Tyrnavos and Karditsa in Thessaly. The Cohesion Fund also enabled work to begin on several projects not yet under way, the construction of biological treatment centres at Agrinio, Yiannitsa, Pyrgos, Thiva and Naoussa. All the financing decisions were taken on the basis of complete applications and thorough studies had been carried out on the projects, which are also subject to prior appraisals and interim evaluations. Waste management Waste management has not generated the interest which the Commission would have liked; the projects submitted to the Cohesion Fund by the Greek authorities are few in number and concerned mainly with the planning and construction of landfill sites at Schisto, Liossia, Zante, Thessaloniki and Patras. Approval for the continuation of work at Patras and Zante will mean the completion of these projects. The Cohesion Fund will approve the projects at Thessaloniki, Schisto and Liossia, once the authorities responsible have incorporated the results of the expert studies carried out by the Fund into their specifications. The Cohesion Fund, in cooperation with the Greek authorities, hopes to extend and diversify measures in this field in accordance with the Community strategy so that it can receive finance from the Fund. The study for a pilot project to find an integrated solution for the islands of Santorini and Thriassio has been published in the Official Journal (No C 176 of 11 July 1995). Nature protection During this period, the Cohesion Fund devoted its assistance to research into and information on the environment, including finance for the Goulandris Centre for environmental research and education. A number of projects to combat forests fires were also continued. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 34 2. 3. 3. 2 Transport The Cohesion Fund's strategy for transport in Greece entails: completing the country's two main road routes, the Via Egnatia and the Pathé; completing the country's two main rail routes, Athens-Thessaloniki and Athens-Patras, and constructing a rail complex at Thriassio linked with the port of Piraeus; modernizing air traffic and preparing the new Athens airport at Spata; developing combined transport through investment in the country's three largest ports, Igoumenitsa, Iraklio and Piraeus The success of this strategy depends on securing funds from the public sector, which will benefit from the future revenues generated by these investments. The total cost of the projects approved is ECU 485 062 600. The calculation of assistance for the port projects took account of future revenues. A major rail project on the North-South route was approved in annual instalments. Taking into account the revenues and the fact that a project was approved in annual instalments, the corresponding financial commitments for the projects total ECU 159 729 130, 41. 24% of the assistance granted for projects in Greece in 1995. The strategy followed by the Cohesion Fund has laid down the following priorities for projects in Greece: Roads: The two main routes in the country, the Via Egnatia and the Pathé; Rail: The North-South, Thriassio station and the Athens-Patras link; Ports: The development of combined transport with investments in the three largest ports in the country, Igoumenitsa, Iraklio and Piraeus. Airports: The modernization of air traffic and preparation of the large new Athens airport (Spata). In line with this strategy, the projects approved cover all forms of transport. They include: Roads Five projects on the Via Egnatia route. One other project, Corinth-Tripolis, is on neither the North-South (Pathé) route nor the Via Egnatia. It was approved because it is an important Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 35 project which provides the two missing links in the Athens-Tripolis motorway route, so improving access from the Péloponnèse to the Pathé route. Rail The project adopted is the Evagelismos-Leptokarya link on the North-South line which is one of the key sections of the track between Thessaloniki and Athens. Assistance from the Cohesion Fund had to be increased to alter the route of the permanent way in the light of recommendations from the environmental authorities. Ports The three port projects adopted are the Ikonion (quay II) terminal in Piraeus, Iraklio and Igoumenitsa. The calculation of assistance took account of future revenue, particularly in the case of the port of Ikonion. There is close cooperation with the EIB and the EFT A financial mechanism, which is part-financing this project. Airports The following were adopted in the airport sector in 1995: the air traffic control modernization project involving the purchase and installation of seven radars: four short-range radars for Thessaloniki, Rhodes, Corfu and Iraklio, and three short-range radars to provide double surveillance of activity in Greek airspace; the financing of further work at Corfu airport. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 LIST OF APPROVED PROJECTS FOR GREECE - YEAR 1995 Title CF. contribution 1995 commitment ECU(Current) ECU {Current) ECU(Current) GREECE - TRANSPORT : Total expend. ROADS Motorway Korinthos-Tripoli-Kalamata 28. 242. 000 24. 005. 700 24. 005. 700 Egnatia Motorway (by-pass of Kavala -Aghios Andreas to KM4 + 937) 1. 317. 000 1. 119. 450 1. 119. 450 Egnatia Motorway (Phsylorachi-Aghios Nikolaos) Egnatia Motorway (Lykopodi-Makrychora) Egnatia Motorway (Makrychora-Krystalopigi) 17. 090. 000 14. 526. 500 14. 526. 500 7. 279. 000 6. 187. 150 6. 187. 150 11. 231. 000 9. 546. 350 9. 546. 350 Egnatia Motorway (by-pass of Kavala km9 + 400 to km 13 + 780 ) 11. 013. 000 9. 361. 050 9. 361. 050 llllilliii iiiillillilll RAIL Railways line Pyraeus-Thriassio - 2nd phase of technical studies 1. 300. 000 1. 300. 000 1. 300. 000 Double track railway Evagelismos-Leptokarya PORTS Transit area - Port of Iraklion Container terminal to N. Ikonio Construction of Igoumenitsa port AIRPORTS 240. 000. 000 ||il|||||illg||| 204. 000. 000 IIIIIIIIIH 7. 055. 000 llljlllllHîl 24. 138. 000 15. 593. 148 15. 593. 148 67. 115. 600 15. 007. 032 15. 007. 032 48. 428. 000 34. 076. 840 32. 305. 100 llllllllllll jj|||||ip||j llllllllllll Extension of Terminal of Corfu airport 3. 306. 000 2. 810. 100 2. 810. 100 Construction of terminal of Corfu (anti-fire station) id. Modernization of air trafic control system 24. 603. 000 20. 912. 550 20. 912. 550 Modernization of air traffic control (Iraklion - Corfu) Modernization of air traffic control ; Athens Modernization of air traffic control (P. I. S. information system) TOTAL 36 WÊÊIÊÊÈÈÊÈ 485. 062. 600 IIIlliillK 358. 445. 870 llllliillll 159. 729. 130 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 37 2. 3. 4 Ireland In 1995, the Cohesion Fund granted ECU 190. 4 million in aid to Ireland, of which ECU 97. 2 million (51% of the total) was for transport projects and ECU 93. 2 million (49% of the total) was for environment projects. The table below gives a breakdown by category of the projects assisted. COMMITMENTS OF AID TO PROJECTS IN IRELAND (1995) Environment Assistance granted (ECU million) % of total 1. Water treatment 2. Water supply 3. Solid waste 4. Technical assistance Total 1 50. 0 41. 9 1. 1 0. 2 93. 2 26. 3 22. 0 0. 6 0. 1 48. 9 Transport Assistance granted (ECU million) I | % of total 1. Roads 2. Rail 3. Ports Total 2 Total 1 + 2 General Strategy 71. 0 2L6 4. 5 97. 2 * 190. 4 37. 3 11. 4 2. 4 S1A 100. 0 The priorities for assistance in 1995 remained the same as in the previous years. In transport, the largest parf of the budget continued to go to road projects on the trans-European network, while funding for rail was concentrated on the core of the network, the Dublin-Belfast and Dublin-Cork/Limerick in line with the policy of concentrating on the four largest ports of Dublin, Cork, Rosslare and Waterford. lines. Assistance to ports remained Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 38 Within the environment sector, the main priorities continued to be waste-water treatment with a lesser amount for water supply. Waste-water treatment projects within the largest urban areas and in environmentally sensitive areas which are required by Community Directives to be completed not later than the end of the decade were the first choice for assistance. The water supply projects were concentrated on Dublin city and areas where the water supply is of particularly poor quality. 2. 3. 4. 1 Environment Waste-water treatment A total of seven new projects were approved in 1995. Together with amounts committed to modify projects already approved in earlier years, a total of ECU 50 million was committed to this sector. The projects assisted were the following : Project Name New project or stage or modification of existing project I Aid granted (in 1995 ECU million) River Barrow (3 projects) Addition to group of existing projects Wexford (Stage II) New stage with annual instalments Sligo (Stage I) New project : planning stage Lough S willy (Stage I) New project : planning stage Dublin Region (Stage I) Modification to complete stage I Dublin Region (Stage II) New project with annual instalments Lough Derg New group of projects Tralee New project River Boyne (Stage I) New group of projects : planning stage Ennis Main Drainage Modification to complete project Waterford (Stage I) Modification of existing stage of project Bray Sewerage Modification to add additional works TOTAL ""-y-;,' :; :; ; ;'••. ; ; ;. '. 4. 5 10. 0 1. 7 0. 9 0. 5 6. 2 11. 1 9. 2 2. 4 0. 1 1. 2 2. 1 50. 0 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 39 Water supply projects The following projects received ECU 41. 9 million in assistance. Project name New project on stage or modification of Aid granted in I I existing project 1995 J (ECU million) | Lough Mask (Stage JI) Monaghan New project New second stage with annual instalments 9. 7 Ballyjamesduff Modification to complete existing project Dublin Region Modification to complete major stage of project TOTAL Solid waste _ 6. 1 1. 5 24. 4 41. 9 One project only, the Ballymount solid waste facility in the south-west suburbs of Dublin, received ECU 1. 1 million to complete work begun in 1993. 2. 4. 3. 2 Transport Roads In 1995, ECU 71 million was committed to nine new road projects and to modifications largely aimed at completing projects approved in earlier years. All of the projects approved or modified received 85% of the total cost in aid. The table below shows the projects approved in 1995. The word "project" refers to a new project where all of the aid was committed from the 1995 budget. "Annual instalment" identifies large projects where aid is committed each year in annual amounts while "modification", indicates the addition of funds from the 1995 budget to projects previously approved by the Commission. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 40 ROADS PROJECT NAME PROJECT OR STAGE AID GRANTED FROM 1995 BUDGET (ECU million) N2 Dublin - North West Ardee-Aclint project NI Dublin-Belfast Balbriggan By-pass Cloghran-Lissenhall Dublin Port Access Road Annual instalment Stage Stage Dunleer-Dundalk Modification Drogheda By-pass Modification 6. 1 4. 2 1. 6 3. 2 0. 2 0. 2 Dublin Ring Road Northern Cross Modification 15. 4 Southern Cross N il Dublin- Rosslare Killarny Road Interchange Kilmacanogue-Glen of Downs Arklow By-pass Enni scorthy- Wexford Annual instalment Modification Annual instalment Annual instalment Modification N7 Dublin - Cork/Limerick Kildare By-pass Modification Portlaoise By-pass Annual instalment River Lee Tunnel Modification 3. 8 0. 4 0. 9 2. 6 0. 5 0. 1 6. 7 0. 5 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 41 N4 Dublin - Sligo Longford By-pass Modification Curlews By-pass Collooney-Sligo N6 Dublin - Galway Galway Eastern Approach Road Annual instalment Annual instalment Project Newmarket By-pass Stage Twelve TENs projects Modification Seven TENs projects Modification N18 Limerick - Galway Road Network 1993 Road Network 1994 TOTAL Rail 0. 7 2. 8 9. 6 7. 1 2. 0 1. 2 1. 0 71. 0 The projects assisted in 1995 were the following: NAME TYPE OF PROJECT I I Dublin - Cork Dublin -Belfast Limerick Junction- Limerick Dublin - Waterford Mainly track and signalling replacement with associated infrastructure work: e. g. bridge strengthening ASSISTANCE GRANTED J (ECU Million) | 21. 5 Track Renewal Equipment Modification to complete project Dublin - Galway Modification to complete project TOTAL 0. 1 0. 1 21. 6 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 42 Ports The following projects were assisted in 1995: PORT TYPE OF PROJECT PROJECT OR STAGE ASSISTANCE GRANTED (ECU million) Dublin Additional works in Ro-Ro terminal Modification to complete project Expansion of Lo-Lo Terminal New project Rosslare Berth realignment Modification to complete existing project 0. 9 "3. 5 0. 1 4. 5 TOTAL 2. 4 ASSISTANCE MEASURES 2. 4. 1 General FOR STUDIES AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT In carrying out its management duties and in order to increase the effectiveness of the aid granted, the Cohesion Fund Directorate has sought the assistance of a number of experts and consultants in the various sectors with which it is concerned. Some of these consultants have helped the Commission analyse the applications for finance submitted by the Member States. To the Commission's technical expertise they have added practical and up-to-date knowledge on a variety of topics including waste-water treatment, water treatment and supply, afforestation and combined transport. Close cooperation with the EIB continued in 1995, with particular emphasis on the evaluation of the largest projects submitted for financing. Further details are to be found in section 4. 8 of this Report. Some studies were also carried out to improve the selection of projects to be financed by the Fund. Examples include a study on ports in Portugal, one on water resources in the Iberian peninsula, a third on railways in Ireland and a study on coordinated environmental measures on the Greek islands of Santorini and Thirassia. The London School of Economics was Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 43 commissioned to carry out a major study on the macro-economic impact of the Cohesion Fund on beneficiary countries. In any case, although the amounts allocated to technical assistance and studies were three times greater in 1995 than they had been in 1994, they are still comparatively small and finance for works remains the priority. The total budget for technical assistance and studies accounts for less than 0. 1% of resources. The awarding of contracts respects the current provisions on public contracts. The consultants chosen are from a variety of Member States and several of them come from countries other than the cohesion countries. 2. 4. 2 On the Commission's initiative 2. 4. 2. 1 Expressions of interest In the Official Journal of the European Communities of 6 July 1993 (OJ No C 183), the Cohesion Fund Directorate had published a call for expressions of interest in participation in the study and technical assistance programme to be carried out under the Cohesion Fund. The replies received permitted the establishment of a database containing over 1 200 consultants specializing in the various fields covered by the Fund. This has meant that restricted calls for tenders could be issued where the public procurement Directive does not require publication of a notice in the Official Journal. Those consultants whose abilities were considered to be appropriate for the contract in question were invited to tender. During 1995 twelve restricted calls for tenders were issued, two of which involved publication of a notice in the Official Journal. 2. 4. 2. 2 Types of measures selected The Commission financed measures of three types: general studies designed, for example, to examine the methodologies available for analysis of environmental projets or the techniques used in the Member States to analyse transport projects; economic or technical analyses of individual projects submitted to the Cohesion Fund; technical audits of projects already approved by the Cohesion Fund, to ensure that they are being carried out in accordance with the objectives laid down. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 44 2. 4. 3 At the request of the Member States 2. 4. 3. 1 Spain The Commission approved under the Cohesion Fund a study on the environment submitted by the Spanish authorities concerning technical assistance for the evaluation and cost/benefit analysis of environmental projects submitted by the local authorities for finance from the Cohesion Fund. The amount involved was ECU 182 288. 2. 4. 3. 2 Portugal The Cohesion Fund financed a group of fairly important studies to define. priorities and lay down objectives for investments still to be carried out in water infrastructure, the cleaning up and development of water resources, water recovery and water quality. These studies will contribute to preparation of the national water plan and fifteen plans to manage river basins, four of which are international. 2. 4. 3. 3 Greece The Cohesion Fund had already approved in 1994 certain studies by the Port of Piraeus authority, one of which was a feasibility study on the railway line connecting the port to the planned rail complex at the Thriassio marshalling yard. In 1995, the Fund adopted a study including the second phase of technical studies on this rail link. 2. 4. 3. 4 Ireland Two projects received ECU 200 000: a data collection and public information system covering the environment quality of all waterways in Ireland plus a small additional amount to complete a study of the ways in which industry can contribute to the capital cost of providing waste water treatment. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 2 - Financial assistance committed and paid by the Fund 45 2. 5 PAYMENTS BY MEMBER STATE IN 1995 Payments in 1995 by Member State are shown below: Member State E GR IRL P Advances Interim payments Balances Total % ECU 328 393 203 725 027 498 51 857 81. 1 1 105 278 512 65. 4 26 022 530 57 585 243 6 893 054 90 500 827 20 112 443 109 440 782 4 104 665 -133 657 890 5 8 144 131 211 225 055 997 17 109 369 204 317 22 Tech. Ass. - 482 879 15 967 498 846 TOTAL 518 659 387 1 117 592 399 62 888 606 1 699 140 392 0. 02 100 As the payments table shows, the distribution by type of payment reflects a comparatively high percentage (30%) of advances granted. This fact, which is line with the letter and the spirit of the Regulation, is not surprising, since the aim was to make a proportion of the Cohesion Fund assistance available immediately so that it could provide the required financial impetus for the studies needed and for work to start. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 3 - Convergence and conditionality 46 CHAPTER 3 CONVERGENCE AND CONDITIONALITY 3. 1 CONVERGENCE PROGRAMMES 3. 1. 1 Spain In July 1994 the Spanish government approved a revised convergence programme for the period 1995-97 designed to achieve further progress towards both real and nominal convergence through further structural reforms and fiscal consolidation. The Spanish economy began to recover from the 1992/93 economic recession in the second half of 1993. In 1995, GDP growth was 3. 0% compared to an EU average of 2. 7%. However, GDP began to decelerate in the second quarter of 1995 and is expected to grow less in 1996 than in 1995, in line with the trend at EU level. The economic recovery, coupled with wage moderation and a more flexible labour market, has allowed employment to grow more strongly than expected. The unemployment rate has thus fallen from 24. 6% in the first quarter of 1994 to 22. 8% in the last quarter of 1995 (Spanish EPA figures). At present, an evaluation of the implementation of the structural reforms envisaged in the convergence programme is mixed. Besides the labour market reform, some other measures have been taken to boost market forces in areas like transport, housing and the management of some public agencies. However, more remains to be done in fields such as telecommunications and some service sectors still sheltered from competition. With some ups and downs, progress in reducing inflation in Spain remains insufficient. After having fallen from 3. 2 percentage points (p. p. ) in 1993 to 2. 7 p. p. in 1994, the difference from the average of the three EU countries with the lowest inflation rates was 3. 1 p. p. in July 1995. Spanish budgetary policy has continued to be guided by the objectives of the revised convergence programme. After achievement of 1994 programmed deficit in 1994 (outturn of 6. 6% of GDP compared with a target of 6. 6%), the available information points to a general government deficit outturn roughly in line with the programme target in 1995 (5. 9% of GDP). On the other hand, the 1996 draft budget law, approved by the Government in September, aims at complying with the programme target of a general government deficit of 4. 4% of GDP. These developments, however, have been insufficient for Spain not to be considered as having Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 3 - Convergence and conditionality 47 an excessive deficit for the purposes of Article 104c(6) of the Treaty; accordingly, in November 1994 and July 1995 the Council made recommendations that Spain should bring the excessive deficit situation to an end. 3. 1. 2 Portugal The trend of the Portuguese economy in 1994 and 1995 was generally in line with the targets set in the revised convergence programme adopted by the Portuguese authorities in November 1993. The programme aims at reducing the inflation differential vis-à-vis the best performing EU countries, while the process of moving towards the EU average income should be maintained. A stable exchange rate policy and budgetary consolidation targeted at the reduction of the general government deficit to 3% of GDP in 1997 would also help achieve the programme's goals. The Portuguese economy began to grow again in late 1993. However, the recovery has been somewhat slower than expected; economic growth in 1994 was below the EU average but was close to it in 1995. Inflation was kept on a decelerating trend, averaging 5. 2% in 1994; further progress was achieved in 1995, with inflation declining to slightly above 4%. The financial situation of the general government improved significantly in 1994 and in 1995 the deficit declined further. This was due to a sharp improvement in fiscal efficiency as well as to the upturn of economic activity. Fiscal revenues expanded more than budgeted while current expenditure remained under control and the deficit was reduced to 5. 2% of GDP in 1995 (5. 7% in 1994), which is below the deficit target of the convergence programme. The public debt increased to 69. 4% of GDP, at the end of 1994, and is estimated to have risen marginally to 71. 4% of GDP in 1995. Such developments in the fiscal position, however, have been insufficient for Portugal not to be considered as having an excessive deficit for the purposes of Article 104c(6) of the Treaty; accordingly, in November 1994 and July 1995 the Council made recommendations that Portugal should bring the excessive deficit situation to an end. 3. 1. 3 Greece The revised convergence programme for Greece, covering the period 1994-99, was endorsed by the Ecofin Council on 19 September 1994. It is designed to ensure that Greece can participate fully in the third stage of EMU from 1999, following the correction of fiscal imbalances, a restrictive monetary and exchange rate, and an economic development policy based on the improvement of economic infrastructure, largely supported by the Structural Funds and the Cohesion Fund. Developments in 1994 and 1995 were broadly in line with the convergence programme. Growth conditions, partly influenced by the improvement in the international economic Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 3 - Convergence and conditionality 48 environment, are at present better than projected in the programme, with growth in real output close to 2% in 1994 and 1995 following an average annual rate of 0. 6% in the period 1990-93. Underlying this improvement is the recovery in total investment while private consumption continues to rise, partly due to positive real incomes and reduced uncertainty about taxation. Inflation continued to decelerate, declining to a single-digit rate early in 1995 (after 22 years), but is still above the projection in the convergence programme. As a result of the improvement in budget revenue collection since mid-1994 following the implementation of the tax laws adopted in April 1994 and of savings in primary expenditure, the 1994 budget was on target. Moreover, further statistical corrections of the public sector accounts resulted in a significant reduction of the general government deficit ratio (12. 1% of GDP instead of 13. 2% of GDP in the convergence programme). The implementation of the 1995 budget resulted in further improvement in the deficit, which is estimated at 9. 4% of GDP. Both the revenue and the expenditure side contributed to this result. After a temporary decline in 1994 due to consolidation operations, the debt ratio increased in 1995 and it is likely to stabilize in 1996; the convergence programme target is to achieve debt stabilization in 1996, and gradual reduction afterwards. In spite of the progress achieved in improving its fiscal position, Greece is still very far from fulfilling the budgetary criteria of the Treaty, thus remaining with an excessive budget deficit for the purposes of Article 104c(6) of the Treaty; accordingly, in November 1994 and July 1995 the Council made recommendations that Greece should bring the excessive deficit situation to an end. 3. 1. 4 Ireland The current programme for Ireland, covering the period 1994 to 1996, was endorsed by the Ecofin Council of 19 September 1994 and aims to continue the stability-oriented policies of the earlier programme. The programme for 1994-96 envisages a relatively modest annual growth rate for GDP of 4. 0%. Inflation is expected to remain relatively subdued at about 2. 5% per annum, helped by the wage moderation inherent in the agreements between the social partners. Fiscal policy is aimed at maintaining the budget deficit within 3% of GDP, which in turn should facilitate a reduction in the debt ratio of 3 to 4 percentage points each year. The performance of the economy during 1995 was generally in keeping with the targets set in the new programme. The GDP growth of 6. 7% easily surpassed the quite modest target of 4. 0%. The budgetary targets have also been achieved with a comfortable margin. Continued prudent fiscal policy resulted in net borrowing amounting to 2. 2% of GDP in 1995 while the debt ratio declined by some 5 percentage points to 85. 9% of GDP. Inflation in 1995 was in keeping with the 2. 5% target for the annual average over the period of the programme and the expectation of lower inflation in 1996 should ensure that the overall target is met. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 3 - Convergence and conditionality 49 Indications are that the programme remained on-track during 1995. Short-term indicators point to continued strong output growth, with inflationary pressures remaining subdued. The budget deficit is estimated to have amounted to 2. 2% of GDP, well below the 3% limit and allowing a further substantial decline in the debt ratio, in keeping with the convergence programme. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 50 CHAPTER 4 EVALUATION OF PROJECTS AND MEASURES ADOPTED 4. 1 GENERAL 4. 1. 1 Evaluation of projects When projects submitted by the Member States are considered, particular attention is paid to ensuring that the resources deployed are commensurate with the economic benefits expected. This prior appraisal is carried out on the basis of a cost/benefit analysis carried out by the Member States for each project or group of projects. In the case of certain environmental projects, the difficulty of quantifying the benefits expected has led the Member States to use other, more qualitative, methods. Using the information provided by the Member States, the Commission has made an evaluation of the socio-economic justification for the projects, using additional analyses where necessary. In certain cases, these analyses have led the Cohesion Fund to ask the Member States to redefine the projects or even to refuse to finance certain projects, for example, in Greece, those concerning the ports of Alexandroupolis, Volos and Mykonos. A further example is the Enxoé dam in Portugal, which was redesigned before approval so that the water could not be used for irrigation. 4. 1. 2 Revenue-generating projects In the case of revenue-generating projects, assistance from the Cohesion Fund has to be calculated with regard to the revenue generated. Under the approach adopted, the assistance granted will be 80/85% of the proportion of the investment not supported by revenue. This reduction in assistance has been applied wherever investments financed by the Cohesion Fund could generate substantial net revenue. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 51 4. 2 TRANS-EUROPEAN TRANSPORT NETWORKS 4. 2. 1 General strategy The Cohesion Fund has a key role to play in the development of the trans-European networks (TENs) within the four beneficiary Member States by virtue of its specific remit to support TENs transport projects, its high rate of grant aid, and the substantial resources at its disposal: approximately half the ECU 16 billion budget for the period 1993-99 is to be allocated to transport. Despite the size of the Fund, it is clear that the enormous costs involved in fully implementing the planned transport networks6 mean that careful targeting of resources, and close collaboration with other financial instruments, are essential if the benefits of Community support are to be maximized. The Cohesion Fund has therefore been careful to determine priorities with the Member States concerned and has worked closely with other financial instruments and the EIB to ensure that resources are deployed as effectively as possible. Within the planned transport networks, priority has been given to key road, rail and maritime routes which provide or upgrade the main links between the cohesion Member States and the rest of the EU. Examples, to which assistance was committed in 1995, include the Lisbon- Madrid motorway, the Valencia-Zaragoza-Somport road corridor, the main North-South railway line in Greece, the Cork-Dublin-Belfast road and rail links and investments in the ports of Dublin and Igoumenitsa. Other assisted projects are intended to improve communications and trade between peripheral regions and the more developed regions, as is the case in Spain in particular, and to improve the continuity of the networks close to urban centres. The many town and city by-passes or ring roads financed by the Cohesion Fund are expected to serve the dual function of improving network links and access, as well as reducing congestion and the adverse environmental effects of traffic in town and city centres. Particular attention has been given by the Cohesion Fund to the implementation of the high priority projects which were endorsed by the Essen European Council in December 1994. Of the fourteen priority projects listed, five lie wholly or partly within the territories of the cohesion Member States (HST south France-Spain, Greek motorways, Lisbon-Valladolid, Cork- Dublin-Belfast rail link and the Ireland-UK-Benelux road corridor). With the exception of the projects in Ireland, however, progress on these has been slower than anticipated for a variety of reasons including conflicting national priorities, planning or Estimated by the White Paper on Growth, Competitiveness and Employment at over ECU 200 billion for all transport TENs, including ECU 90 billion for the highest priority projects. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 52 financing difficulties, and problems relating to public procurement procedures. The Cohesion Fund nevertheless remains an important player in financing those parts of the priority projects which are at present under way, or which are shortly to be started. Further details on progress in each of the priority projects is given in section 4. 2. 4 below. With the aim of maximising the impact of Cohesion Fund resources on both the Essen priority projects and the TENs more generally, the following are three main areas in which it is considered that assistance can be further deployed to best advantage: (i) (ii) financing technical, economic and financial feasibility studies which pave the way for public or mixed projects: such studies are costly and risky, given the uncertainty about whether or not the full project will go ahead, so that grant assistance_serves the useful function of reducing risk; assisting the completion of key sections of transport corridors which may in themselves be financially unprofitable, but which ensure the completion of such corridors and thus guarantee or sustain their overall economic or financial viability: cross-border sections through sparsely populated areas are classic examples of this type of support; (iii) financing sections of a route which lead to "captured traffic" on which the private sector can then capitalize: access roads to bridges or tunnels on which user tolls may be charged arc examples here. To date, examples of the first type of assistance have been the most common (first phases of Madrid-Barcelona HST and Valencia-Barcelona railway, studies relating to Portuguese ports and to the modernization of Portugal's Northern Line, design stages of Dublin port access and River Lee tunnel in Ireland). Numerous examples of the second type, however, also exist (sections of the Via Egnatia and Pathé motorways in Greece, the Somport tunnel in Spain, sections of the Nl highway in Ireland). 4. 2. 2 Legislative background To be eligible for assistance under the Fund Regulation, transport infrastructure projects must be identified within the framework of the guidelines referred to in Article 129c of the Treaty. Guidelines for high-speed trains, roads and combined transport, all of which were adopted before 1995, have served as a frame of reference for the Cohesion Fund. The guidelines for inland waterways do not include networks for the cohesion Member States. In addition, the Cohesion Fund has also been able to base itself on the Commission's proposal for multi-modal guidelines which was presented to the Council in March 1994 and is intended to supersede the Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 53 existing guidelines7. This proposal covers guidelines for conventional railways, ports, airports and traffic information and management systems, as well as the modes previously approved. The process of approval of the multi-modal guidelines, which is subject to the co-decision procedure, has taken longer than anticipated. The Council adopted a "common position" on these guidelines in September 1995 and the European Parliament is expected to complete its second reading in 1996. Subject to the resolution of certain differences between the Council and the Parliament, in particular as regards the identification of priority projects, the guidelines are expected to be adopted by mid-1996. It may be noted that, pending the formal adoption of the guidelines, the Regulation establishing the Cohesion Fund permits the financing of other transport infrastructure projects which contribute to the objectives of Article 129b of the Treaty. 4. 2. 3 Reinforcement of the transport networks in 1995 The Cohesion Fund continued to make a substantial contribution to the TENs in 1995 with a total of around ECU 1 108 million committed to transport during the year. This includes commitments. for new projects, or stages of projects, as well as additional funds committed for projects approved in previous years, either via new annual instalments or modifications to earlier decisions. Together with commitments made in 1993 and 1994, this brings the total allocated so far to transport TENs projects in the cohesion countries to almost ECU 3 billion. The following table gives a breakdown of commitments made from the 1995 budget for TENs projects broken down by Member State and transport sector: COM(94) 106 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 54 Commitment appropriations 1995 - TENs projects Transport Sector Member State Spain Portugal Greece Ireland Total Mecu % Mecu % Mecu % Mecu % Mecu % Roads 484. 9 79. 5 211. 9 Rail Ports Airports VTS Total 119. 8 19. 6 28. 6 - - - - 5. 5 0. 9 - - - 88. 1 11. 9 - - - 64. 7 8. 4 62. 9 23. 7 - 40. 5 71. 0 73. 1 5. 3 21. 6 39. 4 14. 8 - 4. 5 - - 22. 3 4. 7 - - 832. 5 178. 4 67. 4 23. 7 5. 5 75. 2 16. 1 6. 1 2. 1 0. 5 610. 2 100. 0 240. 5 100. 0 159. 7 100. 0 97. 2 100. 0 1107. 6 100. 0 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 55 Roads Road projects took a major share of the total allocations to transport in 1995, as in earlier years, reflecting the continuing importance given to this sector by the Member States concerned. This priority in turn reflects the deficiencies which remain in the main road links within their territories, and between these and the rest of the EU, as well as the pressures imposed by the growth of international trade and road transport in particular. It is estimated that roads account for around 80% of land-based freight transport within the EU. It should be noted, nevertheless, that the relative importance of other modes of transport, such as rail in particular, is underestimated by the 1995 figures (see below) and that, within the road sector, a large number of projects supported concern by-passes or ring roads which, in addition to providing much needed links between corridors, also reduce congestion in town and city centres. A total of 15 decisions in 1995 accounting for ECU 91 million of commitments relate to such projects. Notable examples include the Northern Cross and Southern Cross in Dublin, the Lisbon inner ring (CRIL), the Madrid M40 ring road and the Kavala by-pass in Greece. The share taken by roads was especially high in Portugal (88. 1%), which reflects the decision at the end of 1994 to approve ECU 311 million of assistance for the second Tagus crossing at Lisbon. Commitments from the 1995 budget for this project amounted to ECU 178. 09 million. Road projects also played an important part in Spain, with Cohesion Fund finance being approved for several new sections of major motorways and highways including the Rfas Bajas motorway (ECU 160. 2 million committed from the 1995 budget), which provides a key link from Galicia and northern Portugal to the Irun-Valladolid axis, and the Lérida-Gerona and Madrid-Valencia motorways. Approval was also given to the Somport tunnel project (ECU 26. 9 million) which is intended to provide an alternative to the existing congested crossings into France at Irun and La Junquera and will complete the Zaragoza-Huesca-France axis. In Ireland priority continued to be given to the main corridor linking Cork, Dublin and the border with Northern Ireland, with connections to Belfast and Larne. A total of ECU 36. 5 million was committed from the 1995 budget for various improvements to this route including an additional ECU 15. 4 million for Dublin's Northern Cross. The share of road projects in Greece was lower than elsewhere as a result of difficulties relating to public procurement and project management questions. However, some progress in resolving these has been made by the Greek authorities and the Cohesion Fund has been able to adopt a number of important projects including new sections of the Via Egnatia motorway (ECU 40. 7 million from the 1995 budget). Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 56 Rail Rail projects attracted ECU 178. 4 million of assistance from the 1995 budget, or 16. 1 % of the transport total. The main projects approved were the upgrading of the Mediterranean corridor in Spain (ECU 58. 3 million), general modernization of the Spanish conventional rail network (ECU 46. 1 million), the modernization of the Beira-Alta line in Portugal (ECU 28. 6 million), and the Cork-Dublin line upgrading in Ireland (ECU 21. 5 million). In Greece, a major project for the improvement and doubling of the Evangelisimos-Leptkarya section of the country's main north-south rail axis was adopted. Although only ECU 7 million of Cohesion Fund assistance was committed from the 1995 budget for this project, total aid over the period 1995-99 is expected to amount to around ECU 204 million^ The situation in Greece underlines the fact that 1995 commitments taken by themselves understate the volume of support for rail projects. Assistance for large and complex projects such as railway extensions or upgrading is generally committed in annual instalments so that the total amount of assistance approved may substantially exceed an individual year total. In the case of railways, Cohesion Fund support for projects approved in all beneficiary Member States in 1995 totalled ECU 553. 6 million for the period 1995-99 as a whole, as against the ECU 178. 4 million committed for 1995 alone. Ports and airports Port projects accounted for ECU 67. 4 million of assistance committed in 1995 (6. 1% of the total for transport), while airports accounted for ECU 23. 7 million (2. 1%). The main projects approved were in Greece (Igoumenitsa, Piraeus and Iraklio ports), together with additional assistance towards the modernization of air traffic control systems, and in Ireland (Dublin Lo-Lo and Ro-Ro terminals). In Portugal no port projects were approved in 1995, but a number of applications for assistance for the development of port infrastructure remain under consideration for possible decision in 1996. In a closely related field, in 1995 the Cohesion Fund financed additional installations in several Spanish ports for the surveillance of maritime tiaffic and prevention of marine pollution. • These types of projects raise particularly difficult questions of competition, coordination and revenue generation. Their relatively low share of 1995 assistance reflects in part the fact that alternative sources of financing, including EIB loans, can often be found for such projects, rendering assistance from the Cohesion Fund superfluous. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 57 4. 2. 4 Group of Commissioners (TENs) and Essen priority projects Group of Commissioners The Cohesion Fund has closely followed the work of the group of Commissioners which was set up early in 1995, under the chairmanship of Mr Kinnock, Member with special responsibility for transport, to co-ordinate and give impetus to implementation of the trans- European networks. The group has concerned itself with the legislative framework for the TENs, monitoring progress of projects of common interest, and exploring ways in which the problem of financing the TENs might be resolved. As regards transport TENs, the Group has monitored the process of adoption of the TENs Financial Regulation and discussions the Commission's proposal for multi-modal guidelines for the networks (see section 4. 2. 2 of this Report). It has also set up working groups on finance, legal and economic issues. The finance group examined in particular the possibilities for improving the use of existing financial instruments, or introducing new ones, and for introducing private finance via public/private partnerships in order to accelerate the development of transport networks. in the Council and Parliament concerning A progress report on the trans-European networks was presented by the TENs group of Commissioners to the Madrid European Council of 15 and 16 December 1995. This noted that substantial progress had been made in the implementation of the transport networks but that problems nevertheless remained, in particular in relation to the priority given to TENs projects by the Member States and the shortfalls in finance which were becoming increasingly evident. The report suggests that Member States may not be taking full account of the additional Community benefit derived from TENs projects, and urged Member States to make greater efforts to solve financing and other problems holding up projects, including making greater use of public/private partnerships. Essen priority projects The Essen European Council of 9-10 December 1994 endorsed a list of fourteen high priority TENs projects which, when complete, will provide key links in the transport networks within the EU. Five of these projects are located wholly or partly in the cohesion countries, and the Cohesion Fund is thus in a good position to help with their advancement. The scale of the task is well illustrated by the development costs involved: for the five projects alone these have been estimated at a total of over ECU 23 billion, of which some ECU 12 billion is planned to be spent by the year 2000. The Cohesion Fund's involvement with these projects and their current state of play may be summarized as follows: Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 58 1. HST South France-Spain a) Madrid-Barcelona-Perpignan: The Cohesion Fund has financed technical feasibility studies costing a total of ECU 8. 02 million on two sections of this line (Zaragoza-Lérida and Calatayud- Ricla). In April 1995 the Spanish authorities submitted an application for assistance towards the construction of these sections. b) Madrid-Vitoria-Dax: No requests for Cohesion Fund assistance have been received for this line. 2. Greek motorways a) Patras-Athens-Thessaloniki-Bulgarian border (Pathé): Construction of this motorway, which provides the main North-South road corridor for Greece, has been under way since 1990. The Cohesion Fund approved several'sections of the motorway for assistance in 1993 and 1994 with a total grant of ECU 58. 4 million. However, difficulties concerning public procurement and project management held up progress last year with a result that no additional requests for assistance were approved in 1995. b) Via Egnatia (Igoumenitsa-Thessaloniki-Alexandroupolis-Turkish border): Work on the 200 km Igoumenitsa-Panagia section started in 1995. In total the Cohesion Fund has approved ECU 76. 4 million towards various sections of this project, including ECU 40. 7 million approved in 1995. Requests for an additional ECU 500 million are still being considered. 3. Lisbon-Valladolid road corridor Two sections of the Portuguese part of this corridor (Alcanena-Atalaia and Atalaia- Abrantes) received assistance from the Cohesion Fund totalling ECU 52. 6 million. However, no applications were received and no further assistance approved in 1995. It should be noted that the Portuguese authorities have said that they wish to realign their section of the corridor, while on the Spanish side progress has been slow with major technical studies still needed before construction can start. Following a workshop on this project organised by the Cohesion Fund in October 1994, the Commission invited both the Spanish and Portuguese authorities to submit preparatory studies on the project for financing by the Cohesion Fund. No such requests were, however, presented to the Cohesion Fund. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 59 4. Cork-Dublin-Belfast-Larne rail link Commitments from the 1995 budget amounted to ECU 21. 5 million for this project to upgrade the main North-South rail link in Ireland, bringing the total committed since 1993 to ECU 53. 9 million. Following a project seminar organised by the Cohesion Fund in November 1994, the Irish authorities agreed to consider submitting additional work to the Cohesion Fund aimed at increasing the economic viability of the rail link and in particular the connection between the railway stations in Dublin. The definition of this priority project is to be extended to include two important feeder lines to Londonderry and Limerick. Speeding-up of the works on the Dublin-Cork section was agreed. 5. Ireland/UK/Benelux road corridor Priority has been given to this project in Ireland and a further ECU 56 million was committed to it from the Cohesion Fund's 1995 budget. This includes ECU 15. 4 million for Dublin's Northern Cross ring road. Since 1993 Cohesion Fund assistance for the Republic of Ireland's section of this priority project has totalled ECU 121. 6 million. Additional work is programmed and around ECU 40 million remains under consideration. The table below summarizes information on the Essen high priority projects which are of direct interest to the Cohesion Fund: ECU million Estimated Cost CF assistance 1995-99 1993-95 12 870 6 367 1 072 4 380 5 065 717 238 145 2 680 1 540 8. 0 134. 8 52. 6 (Portugal only) 53. 9 (Rep. of Ireland only) 121. 6 (Rep. , of Ireland only) 23 227 11847 370. 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. HST South France Greek motorways Lisbon-Valladolid motorway Cork-Dublin-Belfast rail link IrelanaVUK/Benelux road corridor Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 60 In addition to the fourteen high priority projects identified in the Christophersen Group's report which were endorsed by the Essen European Council, a second list of projects of importance was also highlighted. The Cohesion Fund has a direct interest in the following projects which appear on this list: combined transport (various projects); the new international airport for Athens at Spata; the Marateca-Elvas motorway (on the Lisbon-Madrid corridor). Financial assistance for combined transport projects and for sections of the Marateca-Elvas motorway have already been approved, while discussions began with the Greek authorities at the end of 1995 with a view to an application for assistance being made to the Cohesion Fund for the new Spata airport. The Christophersen Group report also gave prominence to Europe-wide projects relating to the implementation of new information technology and traffic management systems for transport in the EU. The Cohesion Fund has helped to finance two important examples of such projects in 1995, following earlier assistance approved in 1993 and 1994: Vessel traffic management systems in Spain: A total of ECU 11 million was approved from the 1995 budget for marine surveillance and pollution control installations in the ports of Almerfa, Bilbao, Palma de Mallorca, Tarragona and Valencia. Air traffic management systems in Greece: A total of ECU 20. 9 million was committed for the modernization of air traffic control systems in Athens, Iraklio, Thessaloniki, Rhodes and Corfu. 4. 3 CONTRIBUTION TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ENVIRONMENT POLICY The establishment of the Cohesion Fund gave the Community's cohesion policy an extra environmental dimension. For the Member States concerned, this Fund is the main financial instrument for meeting their needs. This is particularly true of the protection and management of water resources and waste-water treatment but also applies to the collection, treatment and recycling of waste. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 61 This Fund means that the least prosperous countries can comply with the requirements laid down by certain Directives, including those on the quality of drinking water (80/778/EEC), waste (75/442/EEC) and waste-water treatment (91/271/EEC), without jeopardizing their efforts to meet the conditions for economic convergence set out in Article 104c. The Cohesion Fund regrets, however, that only a very small number of projects concerning waste have been submitted. One of the concerns of the Fund is to ensure application of a policy which complies with the Commission's environmental objectives, particularly those concerned with sustainable development, and the Community rules on the environment. Before approving a decision to grant assistance to a project submitted by a beneficiary State, the Commission checks that it complies with Directive 85/337/EEC on environmental impact assessments. In addition, Directorate-General XI, which is responsible for the environment, is always associated with examination of the application and the decision to approve projects and has given its agreement to all the projects approved since 1993. In its communication to the Council, the European Parliament, the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions of 22 November 1995 on "Cohesion policy and the environment" (COM(95) 509/5), the Commission stated that it regarded a 50/50 distribution of the budget of the Fund between transport and environment as a target to be aimed at. In achieving it, the Commission, in partnership with the Member States concerned, would adopt a flexible approach, particularly as regards timing and the characteristics of ' individual projects. According to the different needs of the Cohesion countries, e. g. in relation to water management, water treatment and waste disposal, the Commission would ensure, in partnership with the Member States concerned, the highest environmental quality of Cohesion Fund projects. In that communication, the Commission stated that it would ensure that the projects funded by the Cohesion Fund complied with environmental legislation and standards. These concerns will continue to apply to the work of the Cohesion Fund in the future. 4. 4 BALANCE BETWEEN THE ENVIRONMENT AND TRANSPORT One of the political priorities pursued by the Cohesion Fund has been attaining a balance between transport infrastructure projects and those concerned with the protection of the environment. The Commission's position on this question has been that, over the programming period as a whole, environmental projects should receive 50% of the assistance although this objective should not be interpreted rigidly and some flexibility should be retained to deal with special situations. There was further progress towards this objective in 1995 with 51. 8% of budgetary commitments going to transport projects and 48. 2% to environmental projets. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 62 In all the Member States, the breakdown of commitment appropriations between the environment and transport has followed the trend established in the last three years: Period ENVIRONMENT TRANSPORT 1993 1994 1995 ECU 606 016 992 (38. 7%) ECU 958 253 511 (61. 3%) ECU 923 430 183 (49. 8%) ECU 929 157 266 (50. 2%) ECU 1 036 709 677 (48. 2%) ECU 1 113 119 907 (51. 8%) 1993 to 1995 ECU 2 566 156 852(46. 1%) ECU 3 000 530 684 (53. 9%) By country, the breakdown in 1995 was 58. 6% for the environment and 41. 4% for transport in Greece and 62. 1 % for transport and 37. 9% for the environment in Portugal with Spain and Ireland lying between these extremes with a breakdown of about 51% for transport and 49% for the environment. The greatest imbalances between the two sectors, in Greece and Portugal, is primarily the result of a very large environmental project in Greece (the Evinos dam) and a very large transport project in Portugal (the Tagus bridge) together with difficulties with regard to public procurement and project management in the transport sector in Greece. 4. 5 EVALUATION OF COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER POLICIES 4. 5. 1 Environmental protection Article 8 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund states that projects are to be in keeping with Community policies, including those concerning environmental protection. The objectives of Community policy on the environment are set out in Article 130r of the Treaty. They cover three major topics: preserving and improving the environment; protecting human health; the rational utilization of natural resources. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 63 The Community programme of policy and action in relation to the environment and sustainable development set out in the Resolution of the Council of 1 February 1993,8 which is now half implemented, looks in detail at the policy objectives laid down in Article 130r of the Treaty. It concentrates on changes to current models of consumption and behaviour to achieve a more rational management of natural resources, anticipate problems relating to waste, etc. This means that the question of compatibility with environment policy goes beyond the mere monitoring of legislation. An important aspect of achieving the objectives laid down for the environment is the need to include its protection in the design and implementation of other Community policies. This aspect extends the scope of the problem of compatibility to include the question of whether transport infrastructure projects are based on the introduction of an environment-friendly transport system. In practice, for a decision to be taken on a project under the Cohesion Fund, the application must state: the environmental objectives of the project; how the project relates to the application of Community legislation on the environment; whether the project forms part of a plan or programme concerned with the application of a Community policy or Community rules. In the case of transport projects, an environmental impact assessment is also carried out where required by Directive 85/337/EEC. Particular attention is paid to projects which could have a significant direct or indirect impact on environmentally sensitive areas within the meaning of Directives 79/409/EEC and 92/43/EEC. In the case of those environmental projects concerned with waste-water treatment, not only is an assessment carried out pursuant to Directive 85/337/EEC, but conditions are laid down to ensure conformity with the parameters set out in Directive 91/271 /EEC. Conditions to ensure compliance with the parameters in Directive 80/778/EEC may also be attached to projects concerned with drinking water. Checks are also carried out on projects in other fields, such as the treatment of waste and the restoration of coastal areas, to ensure that they comply with the relevant Community policy. The question of compatibility does not arise solely before the decision is taken. The Monitoring Committees also ensure compliance with policy on the environment. Where the OJNo C 138, 17. 5. 1993, p. l. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 64 requirements or conditions laid down in the decision are not respected, payments may be suspended and assistance reduced or even cancelled. 4. 5. 2 Common transport policy The new vision of the common transport policy is set out in the Commission's communication "The future development of the common transport policy" (COM(92) 494), one of the key features of which, alongside the need to take account of the environment in the approach to transport, is the policy on the trans-European networks set out in Title XII of the Treaty. The common transport policy also takes account of the growing need for operational transport infrastructure within a Community without frontiers stemming from the congestion of a large proportion of the existing networks, particularly those at the centre of the Community, and the shortcomings in infrastructure around the edges of the Community and in links between the outlying regions and the centre. The development of trans-European transport networks provides certain solutions to these problems and is closely linked to the common transport policy. The Community's contribution in this area is expected to take the form of guidelines which will give a genuine boost to the achievement of the two basic objectives of the single market and economic and social cohesion. One of the main purposes of the networks should be to link isolated, island and outlying regions to the centre of the Community. The guidelines should define objectives, priorities and types of assistance and identify the projects of common interest. The outlying regions will require particular attention. All this is reflected in the Council's common position (EC No 22/95) on Community guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network which sees multimode transport as one of the responses to the constraints imposed by environmental protection. The various modes of transport and the projects relating to them are included in these guidelines as part of the implementation of a process based on complementarity and gradual integration. The "multimode" component of the projects identified is an important criterion for the establishment of priorities. The guidelines define the various factors relating to the trans-European transport networks: (a) The trans-European road network, with its major routes and links, is the keystone of surface transport. It will cover 75 000 km, of which 20 000 km will be built over the next ten years (to achieve completion). Some 40% of the work will be carried out in outlying regions. (b) When completed the trans-European rail network will cover 73 000 km, of which 23 000 km will be devoted in large part to combined transport. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 65 While the main aim of the central regions of the Community is to eliminate bottlenecks by increasing capacity (modernizing signalling, constructing by-pass lines, etc. ), the stress in the outlying regions will be more on raising general standards (replacement of equipment, electrification, construction of new access lines, etc. ). (c) The ports have a very important role to play as links between land and sea transport. Sea transport accounts for 90% of traffic between the Community and the rest of the world and some 35% of that between the Member States. They are of vital importance in the outlying Member States. (d) The maritime traffic information and management system is of direct concern to sea transport since it is a tool for the control, organization and direction of this traffic in Community waters, thereby helping improve safety and efficiency, while protecting the environment in ecologically sensitive areas. It is of direct concern for the future development of the outlying countries in the south of the Community (Greece, Spain and Portugal). (e) The trans-European airport network covers some 250 airports selected on the basis of quantitative criteria and their roles in linking the Union and the rest of the world and the Union with its most remote regions. So that it can operate as intended, the guidelines suggest that priority should be given to: making optimal use of and increasing airport capacity; improving the environmental impact (compatibility with the environment); links with other networks. Airports have a special role in providing access, particularly to outlying regions. (f) Turning to air traffic control, the congestion of air corridors is principally the result of the poor use of air space and inadequate traffic management capacity. The gradual introduction of an air traffic management network (navigation plan, traffic control and management facilities) should improve the safety and efficiency of air transport in future. Failure to do this will result in a real gap in certain outlying areas. The Treaty provides for projects which meet these criteria to receive Community assistance in the form of the part-financing of work undertaken by the Member States. The bulk of this assistance will paid by the Cohesion Fund which, in the four countries where it operates, supports transport projects regarded as of common interest in the networks. The Cohesion Fund accordingly makes a very substantial contribution to carrying out transport projects, irrespective of mode, so helping compensate for the lack of infrastructure which is regarded as one of the barriers to the free movement of people and goods into or out of the outlying regions. It has become one of the Community's basic tools for developing the trans- European network and achieving its objective of introducing sustainable mobility in accordance Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 66 with Community environment policy through support for projects involving different modes of transport. 4. 5. 3 Public procurement As already noted in the 1993/94 report, compliance with Community law on public procurement in carrying out projects in receipt of Community finance is of great importance for the opening up of the internal market and the correct implementation of the policy on economic and social cohesion. Verification of compliance with these rules very often shows that it is essential to bring those responsible for taking decisions on projects together geographically in order to improve the preparation of files, monitoring of this point, speed of implementation and understanding of Community texts. Information on public procurement may be found at national, regional or local level and verification, which is also intended to help those taking decisions, should therefore take place at the appropriate level. The Commission has given considerable thought to this question, which will come to fruition in 1996. Between November 1994 and December 1995, some 200 new applications for finance (concerning individual projects or groups of projects) were examined for compliance with the rules on public procurement. In 1995 checks continued on projects submitted after 1993 since not all decisions had yet been adopted or some had been amended and the balance had not been fully paid out. As on previous occasions, this examination gave one of the following results: agreement without reservations, where it was found that an application complied with the rules on public procurement; agreement in principle, subject to retrospective checks to be carried out in all cases where the contracts were awarded after finance had been granted; blocking of the decision to grant finance until the national authorities had clarified doubtful points; refusal of finance as a result of failure to comply with the rules on public procurement; suspension of payments when problems concerning public procurement arise during the implementation of projects. In addition, assistance may be reduced or cancelled altogether for failure to comply with Community legislation on public procurement. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 67 In 1994 and 1995, national legislation which did not comply with the directives was amended or is being amended and fewer cases of incorrect behaviour as a result of these texts were detected. However, consideration of the applications made during that period reveals incorrect interpretations or the misunderstanding of Community texts on public procurement. 4. 5. 4 Competition policy As stated in Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund, assistance from the Fund must comply with competition policy. For this purpose, the Commission has introduced internal monitoring rules which check that measures part-financed by the Cohesion Fund respect Community competition rules, particularly as regards State aids. In general terms, such assistance very rarely proves incompatifre with competition law, partly because it often concerns infrastructure programmes which, unless the rules on public procurement are infringed, give no particular advantage to any individual firm and partly because assistance from the Fund comes under Community objectives such as cohesion or the protection of the environment which are to a great extent taken into account in the Community texts on State aids. Hence Community monitoring of competition covers mainly the opening of infrastructure to all operators meeting the technical and legal conditions laid down and complying with Articles 77 and 80 of the Treaty on aid to the transport sector. 4. 6 SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE COHESION FUND 4. 6. 1 Introduction The Commission is required to assess the actual or anticipated economic impact of the Cohesion Fund both at the level of individual projects and at the level of its assistance as a whole. Cost/benefit analysis and other forms of micro-economic analysis are the main methods used at the project level, in particular in the context of the prior appraisal of projects submitted for assistance. The general procedures adopted by the Commission have been described earlier in this report (section 4. 1. 1). Further details of work undertaken in this area, including some preliminary results of recent studies financed by the Cohesion Fund, are given in section 4. 6. 2 below. At a general level, the impact of the Cohesion Fund has to be considered within the framework of an economic model, or models, which put its assistance into the context of the regional and national economies concerned. In this way, both the full spillover effects of such assistance and any feedback effects from the economy can be allowed for. In 1995 the Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 68 Cohesion Fund commissioned a major study into these issues by the London School of Economics which is expected to produce its final report by June 1996. The aims of this study and the approach adopted by the team of economists involved are described in section 4. 6. 3. That section also reports on the results of a study of the macroeconomic impact of the Cohesion Fund in Spain which was undertaken for the Spanish authorities in 1995 with finance from the Cohesion Fund. Finally, section 4. 6. 4 gives some preliminary indications of the potential employment impact of the Cohesion Fund. 4. 6. 2 Economic appraisal of projects General Applications for assistance from the Cohesion Fund must be supported by an economic analysis demonstrating that the project concerned is expected to generate medium-term economic and social benefits which are proportionate to the resources deployed (Articles 10(4) and 10(5) of Regulation (EC) No 1164/94). That is to say, the project must be expected to produce positive net benefits and thus add to overall economic welfare. As a general rule, cost/benefit analysis must be used for this purpose. However, in the case of environmental projects, where the results of cost/benefit analysis may be inconclusive, other forms of quantified analysis, such as cost-effectiveness or multi-variate analysis, may be accepted. The preparation of cost/benefit and other economic studies in support of project applications is primarily the responsibility of the Member States concerned. The Commission must ensure that the methodologies used are generally acceptable, that the assumptions made are appropriate and that the results are credible. External consultants or the European Investment Bank may be called upon to help in this process while, at the Member State level, technical assistance is available from the Cohesion Fund to help in the financing of relevant studies. The Member States have, in general, responded well to the challenge of producing cost/benefit or other studies in connection with projects submitted for assistance. Both the number of such studies and their quality have improved over the life of the Cohesion Fund. However, the Commission is conscious of the need to make additional efforts in this area and to this end it has: commissioned a study from a transport economist into the appraisal methods aud assumptions used in support of applications for transport projects (final report received August Î995); financed a study which was commissioned by the Irish authorities into the economic appraisal of environmental projects supported by the Cohesion Fund (final report September 1995); Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 69 approved technical assistance for certain Member States specifically to help them undertake preparatory studies relating to projects, including cost/benefit analyses; undertaken an internal review of approaches adopted in the evaluation of the benefits of environmental projects. Transport projects Within the transport sector cost/benefit methodologies are generally well developed and almost universally accepted, so it is not surprising that progress has been greatest here. The methods adopted by the Member States concerned have been described in a study undertaken for the Cohesion Fund by Professor Filippi of the University of Rome: "A Framework for Transport Project Appraisal and a Comparative View of Transport Projects Approvedto 31 December 1994". The aim of this study was to improve the Cohesion Fund's general understanding of transport appraisal methodologies and ultimately contribute to a more systematic evaluation of transport projects submitted for financing. In addition to a review of best practice within the EU, it also examined in detail the cost/benefit appraisals undertaken in support of such projects. In relation to the anticipated economic impact of projects, the table below gives the results obtained from examining 87 transport projects approved over the period to end-1994, both in terms of forecast internal rates of return and benefit/cost ratios: Average expected rates of return and benefit/cost ratios of Cohesion Fund transport projects Transport Mode Average internal rate Average benefit/ of return cost ratio Roads Railways Airports Ports Other Total 17. 7 12. 2 14. 4 10. 8 26. 6 163 2. 92 1. 92 2. 02 0. 82 2. 44 2^59 | The above figures present a favourable picture of the expected economic benefit of transport projects approved for assistance by the Cohesion Fund and probably reflect the fact that the transport infrastructure financed represents a significant improvement over the previous Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 70 (unsatisfactory) situation. It may be noted that these results are comparable to equivalent figures produced from a survey of ERDF projects financed in the period 1988-939. Nevertheless, these estimates need to be interpreted with care because of the differences of approach which exist between Member States and between transport modes. Such differences are highlighted by the study as arising primarily in the area of the parameters and assumptions used by Member States in their appraisals. They make it difficult to undertake comparative assessments and to rank projects in order of economic priority, particularly where inter-modal comparisons are concerned. The study recommended that guidelines on project appraisal should be issued to the appropriate authorities based on best-practice methodologies following, for example, the recommendations which are anticipated from the Directorate-General for Transport's EURET programme10. Environment projects The economic evaluation of environmental projects is generally accepted as a particularly difficult subject area. The Cohesion Fund finances a great variety of projects aimed at environmental improvement including water supply schemes, waste water treatment, urban waste disposal, erosion control, reafforestation, nature conservation, beach restoration and others. A common feature of such projects is that their direct "outputs" do not have a market price or, where a price exists (e. g. water supply), that price may not fully reflect the true economic and social value of those outputs. These projects, moreover, often have significant indirect effects, for example on health and amenity, which are difficult to quantify and value. The beneficiary Member States have made a considerable effort to apply appropriate methods in their economic analyses of environment projects. Cost/benefit analysis has been the most commonly used approach. In some cases an attempt has been made to quantify and value the direct benefits of environmental schemes such as improved water quality, improved amenity or greater opportunities for recreational use, while in other cases the potential indirect effects, for example on induced economic development, have been estimated. In many cases such analyses have been supplemented by a qualitative assessment of benefits. A study for the Irish authorities financed by the Cohesion Fund points to the difficulties involved in this area by concluding that, although there is a growing international literature on the evaluation of environmental projects, "no standard or universally applicable methodology has as yet been agreed upon". The authors go on to say that there is a general lack of basic data to be used for such analyses and a lack of experience in the implementation of economic appraisal techniques. They suggest that in the short-term there is no alternative Survey of 200 Major Projects of the "First Generation" of the Reformed Structural Funds 1988-1993 - prepared by CSIL for the Evaluation Unit, DG XVI. EURET (European Research on Transport). Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 71 to using such limited data as is available and to quantifying benefits wherever possible using output valuations from existing studies. In the longer term, they recommend that the use of contingency valuation methods (involving the valuation of benefits via surveys of user groups) should be pursued as these techniques, they argue, have become increasingly accepted and "may become the standard tool for non-market benefit estimation". Although the focus of this study was on water supply and waste-water treatment projects in Ireland, its basic conclusions may be more generally applicable. 4. 6. 3 Overall socio-economic impact The Regulation establishing the Cohesion Fund also requires the Commission to report regularly on the economic and social impact of the Fund in the Member States, and on its contribution to strengthening economic and social cohesion in the Union. This implies not only assessing the economic effects of individual projects or groups of projects but also a more general focus on the impact of assisted operations on economic variables such as growth, employment and trade in the economies concerned. It also implies attempting to estimate both the short-term demand effects of assistance, which occur during the implementation phase, and the medium to longer term supply-side effects which occur during the operational phase. In the case of transport investments, for example, a distinction can be made between the increased income and employment directly and indirectly created during the period of construction, and the subsequent impact on incomes, employment, trade, etc. of the time savings, reduced operating costs and general increase in competitiveness induced by the improved transport infrastructures concerned. Corresponding effects can also be expected from environmental investments although, as already noted, these are more difficult to estimate and in many cases may not be picked up by conventional measures of national output. London School of Economics Study In order to comply with the general requirements of the Regulation, a study was commissioned in July 1995 from the London School of Economics (LSE) with the aim of developing and testing an economic model, or series of models, to be used to quantify the full socio-economic effects of assisted projects and aggregate assistance from the Cohesion Fund. The LSE proposed an innovative approach based on the application of the latest econometric techniques in order to model regional change and growth. It is characterised as a "dynamic analysis of regional impacts and spillovers" and involves the tracing through of the economic effects of projects across regions and over time. Three different modelling strategies are being adopted to address the complex issues involved. The LSE is managing the project and is undertaking the construction of the database and the economic modelling, but is working closely with study teams in each of the four cohesion countries: Instituto Valenciano de Investigaciones Econômicas, Universidad de Valencia; Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 72 Regional Development Institute, Panteion University, Athens; Centro de Investigaçâo de Desenvolvimento e Economia Regional (CIDER), Universidade do Algarve; and the Centre for European Economic and Public Affairs, University College, Dublin. Work on this study advanced well during 1995, with the database for the cohesion countries and neighbouring countries having been largely completed, and the first modelling work begun. An interim report reviewing the literature and setting out the proposed approach was submitted in September 1995, followed by the second interim report on the data in November 1995. A steering group closely monitors the work on the study and held meetings in July, October and December 1995. It consists of representatives from the Cohesion Eund Directorate (DG XVI/E), DG XVI evaluation unit, DGII, DG XII, Eurostat and the LSE. Representatives from the other research institutes with which the LSE is collaborating also attend meetings according to the subject matter in question. It is anticipated that a final report on the LSE study will be submitted in June 1996. Its results are expected to be applicable to Structural Fund assistance as well as to the Cohesion Fund. Macro-economic impact of the Cohesion Fund in Spain A final report on a study into the macro-economic impact of the Cohesion Fund in Spain, which had been commissioned by the Spanish authorities with Cohesion Fund finance, was submitted in November 1995. The approach adopted by this study was to use existing economic models to estimate the global impact of assistance from the Fund on the Spanish economy. Although the total investments supported by Cohesion Fund money account for a relatively small share of total Spanish GDP or gross domestic fixed-capital formation, the author of the study nevertheless points to the importance of the Cohesion Fund in supporting public authorities' investment efforts. Based on figures for 1993, it is estimated that the Cohesion Fund accounted for 12% of all spending on transport infrastructure by central and regional authorities in that year, and for 11% of environment spending. The figures rise to 18. 5% and 29. 1% respectively if only the central authorities' expenditure is counted. The increases which have occurred in the allocations to Spain since 1993 mean that these figures understate the present contribution of the Fund. The study use4 three different modelling approaches: an input-output model, the MOISEES macro-econometric model and the HERMIN model. The input-output approach estimated the anticipated overall and sectoral impact of Cohesion Fund assisted investments in the 1993-99 period. The results suggest that the maximum effects will be felt between 1996 and 1999 when the impact of the Cohesion Fund will account for around 0. 4% of the Spanish economy's GDP and total employment. In this period it is estimated that it will support an average of 50 000 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 73 man-years of work. The author estimates that on average one man year of work is created by each PTA 4 million of spending. The usual reservations about input-output models are made and, in particular, it is pointed out that the approach can only measure the temporary effects of Cohesion Fund spending. Simulations based on the HERMIN model undertaken for this study suggest that for the period 1993 to 1999 the Cohesion Fund could have an impact of just under 1 % of Spanish GDP, with over 70 000 jobs dependent on its spending in 1999. The MOISEES model, on the other hand, suggests a smaller impact. 4. 6. 4 Employment Although the Cohesion Fund does not have an explicit remit to create employment, it nevertheless has an important contribution to make to the generation of jobs in the cohesion countries given the substantial resources for which it is responsible. Infrastructure investments in both the transport and environment fields create employment directly and indirectly within the economies concerned. Direct jobs arise primarily in the construction industry but also in planning, design and consultancy while indirect jobs are generated as a result of the increased demand for industries and services which supply the construction sector, and which meet the needs of those newly employed. These demand effects occur over the short to medium term while the projects are being implemented. In the longer term employment will also be generated during the operational phase of projects. Direct employment in this case will be more limited, but longer lasting jobs will be generated indirectly to the extent that the infrastructure created reduces production costs and generally improves the attractions and competitiveness of the economies of the cohesion countries. the experience of It is possible to estimate at least some of these effects with a degree of certainty. Quantifying the number of jobs directly involved in the construction and subsequent operation of a project is relatively straightforward given for project implementation. All Cohesion Fund applications must indicate at least the number of direct jobs likely to arise from the projects. An analysis of applications in 1993 and 1994 indicates that on average around 21 jobs (man-years) are generated directly per million ecus of grant in transport projects and 26 jobs (man-years) per million ecus in environment projects. Adjustments were made in the analysis to allow for the varying implementation period of projects and to exclude extreme values. For example, in some cases the responses to the employment question gave the total number of jobs in a complete project whereas the grant application related only to a smaller part. those responsible If the above averages are applied to the grant assistance approved by the Cohesion Fund since 1993, the following preliminary results are obtained: Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 74 Estimated employment dependent on Cohesion Fund Year Direct employment 1993 1994 1995 TOTAL 36 000 44 000 50 000 130 000 * based on estimated multiplier of 1. 3. Indirect employment* 10 800 13 200 15 000 39 000 man-years Total employment 46 800 57 200 65 000 169 000 Caution is always required in interpreting employment estimates and it should be noted, in particular, that the above figures are not intended to show the new jobs created by the Cohesion Fund, or net employment impact. In order to derive the latter it would be necessary to make assumptions about the extent to which the projects might have been implemented without Cohesion Fund assistance and the extent to which other activities within the economies concerned have been displaced. The figures are therefore simply an indication of the gross employment which is estimated to be dependent on the projects financed. It should also be noted that the distribution over time of such employment effects will vary considerably according to the nature of the projects. In general, there is likely to be a time lag before the full effects of grant assistance from the Cohesion Fund are apparent given the long-term nature of many of the infrastructure projects involved. In the above table a standard multiplier of 1. 3 has been used to illustrate the possible indirect employment effects. This implies that there is a knock-on effect of 1 man-year of work for every 3 man-years of direct employment in the construction phase. This estimate is a cautious one and it may be noted that the responses in the Member States' applications for assistance imply almost a 1:1 ratio between direct and indirect employment. This approach to employment estimation using project applications is clearly insufficient for estimating the long-term employment effects of investment projects such as those undertaken by the Cohesion Fund. For this purpose the projects have to be put into their specific economic context and considered alongside the range of other factors influencing economic development. The study at present being carried out by the London School of Economics, referred to earlier, is intended to fulfil this function and provide overall employment estimates from a sound theoretical base. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 75 In parallel, the information derived from Cohesion Fund applications and decisions will continue to provide limited but useful indications of employment effects. 4. 7 COORDINATION AND CONSISTENCY WITH OTHER COMMUNITY FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS The recitals adopted by the Council when it established the Cohesion Fund Regulation refer to the necessity of coordinating the measures undertaken in the fields of the environment and the trans-European transport networks through the Cohesion Fund, the Structural Funds, the EIB and the other financial instruments. Therefore when it implements the objectives of the Structural Funds the Commission has to ensure coordination and consistency between the assistance from the Funds and the assistance provided from the other financial instruments, in particular the resources of the Cohesion Fund. At the same time, however, it has to pay due regard to the principle of subsidiarity, which makes the design of the appropriate national strategy and its objectives, the selection of suitable projects and their implementation primarily the responsibility of the Member States. A number of provisions and procedures have been introduced to ensure compliance with this obligation. 4. 7. 1 Structural Funds The Structural Funds, particularly the ERDF and, to a lesser extent, the EAGGF Guidance Section, may also be asked to provide assistance for projects in the field of environment and trans-European transport infrastructure. Steps are therefore taken to avoid the risk of double financing. The need for coordination in this respect is covered by Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund. Article 9 (Cumulation and overlapping) of this Regulation states that no item of expenditure may benefit from both the Fund and the Structural Funds. It also stipulates that the combined assistance of the Fund and other Community aid for a project must not exceed 90% of the total expenditure relating to a particular project. As far as the relation with the Structural Funds, in particular the ERDF,is concerned, this instruments making separate provision does not prohibit a combination of different contributions to a major undertaking as long as expenditure relating to a stage of a project can be clearly identified in time and in nature. A number of measures have been taken with regard to the procedures to implement the required coordination. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 76 First of all, the Commission's task has been to ensure overall coordination during preparation of the Community support frameworks (CSFs) in order to achieve the doubling in real terms of the resources available under Objective 1 and the Cohesion Fund for the four countries benefiting from the Cohesion Fund, as decided at the Edinburgh European Council. The financing plans of the CSFs therefore make explicit mention of the resources allocated by the Cohesion Fund. For Spain, which is only partly eligible under Objective 1, ECU 7 950 million of the Cohesion Fund allocation for the period 1993-99 was entered in the CSF for the Objective 1 regions. In accordance with the principles of subsidiarity and partnership, the presentation of appropriate projects is a matter for national governments. Secondly, coordination at the level of specific projets requires still greater attention in that the Structural Funds operate primarily through operational programmes while the Cohesion Fund finances individual projects or groups of projects. Appropriate coordination procedures were introduced when the cohesion financial instrument, which preceded the Fund, came into force in order to ensure that projects or stages of projects submitted had not already been presented to the Structural Funds. These were maintained after establishment of the Cohesion Fund itself. This requires mandatory consultation of the departments managing the Structural Funds before the Commission takes any decision to grant assistance from the Cohesion Fund. The departments involved have introduced checks to ensure that no item of expenditure can be financed simultaneously by the Structural Funds and the Cohesion Fund. These procedures so far have worked well, since there has been no disagreement between the departments managing the Structural Funds and that managing the Cohesion Fund. The Commission is examining how the four Member States concerned could be more closely involved in this coordination, since, in the framework of the multiannual operational programmes, the selection of individual projects normally takes place at the regional programming level. Rare cases of risks have been eliminated by the withdrawal of the projects in question from the Cohesion Fund. The administrative arrangements have ensured that no case of double financing has arisen. Member States have on occasion submitted different stages of the same project to two different instruments, but this is in perfect accordance with the underlying legal provisions. 4. 7. 2 TENs transport budget A new Financial Regulation laying down the ground rules for support to the TENs was formally adopted by the Council in September 199511. This regulation provides the legal basis for the disbursement of EU funds to the TENs over the period 1995-99. Unlike the Cohesion Fund, the TENs Regulation applies throughout the Community and covers all three TENs Council Regulation (EC) No 2236/95 of 15 September 1995. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 77 networks: transport, energy and telecommunications. The transport networks, however, will account for the major share of the total budget - ECU 1 785 million out of ECU 2 345 million. In view of the fact that transport projects supported under this Regulation may be similar to those financed by the Cohesion Fund, the Cohesion Fund Directorate has had a direct interest in the content of the new Regulation and kept in close touch with the discussions leading up to its adoption. The Cohesion Fund has also coordinated closely with DG VII (Transport) over the allocation of the 1995 TENs transport budget. The new Regulation allows the Community to provide financial support to the TENs through feasibility studies, interest rebates, subsidies for guarantee fees and, by way of exception, through straight grants. Only projects of common interest identified in the TENs guidelines are eligible for support, up to a total of 10% of total investment costs (50% in the case of feasibility and other types of studies). It may be noted that under Article 5(4) of the TENs Financial Regulation financial support "shall not, in principle, be assigned to projects or stages of projects which benefit from other sources of Community funding". This is rather more restrictive than the corresponding provision in Article 9(1) of the Cohesion Fund Regulation, which does not permit any particular item of expenditure to be financed both by the Cohesion Fund and the Structural Funds. The Cohesion Fund has, since its inception, maintained close contact with DG VII in order to ensure a consistent approach to TENs projects and to ensure compliance with the inter-departmental requirements of the respective Regulations. In addition to regular discussions, all projects submitted for Cohesion Fund assistance are sent to DG VII for comment, and all draft decisions relating to the granting of financial assistance are circulated for agreement. DG VII, in turn, informs the Cohesion Fund of all applications received for assistance from its budget line and of its proposed programme for spending from this line. The Cohesion Fund has also participated in all meetings of the Transport Infrastructure Committee, which is the forum for discussion and agreement between the Commission and the Member States on the annual programme of projects to be supported from the transport budget line. During 1995 this Committee was reconstituted in accordance with the TENs Regulation and is now known as the "TENs Committee on Financial Aid - Transport Sector". At its first meeting, in October 1995, it gave its approval to the Commission's proposal for granting assistance to 92 transport infrastructure projects and studies from the 1995 budget, including several projects located in the cohesion countries. The different scale of the resources available to the Cohesion Fund as compared with those of the TENs Financial Regulation is well illustrated by the fact that the latter's budget for TENs transport projects throughout the Union was ECU 240 million in 1995, whereas the Cohesion Fund's total commitments to TENs projects in the four cohesion countries was ECU 1. 1 billion. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 78 4. 7. 3 LIFE programme The general objective of LIFE (financial instrument for the environment) is to contribute to the development and implementation of policy and legislation on the environment by financing measures for nature conservation and the environment. To avoid the risk of double financing certain measures, the Cohesion Fund regularly attended meetings of the LIFE Management Committee in 1995, thereby ensuring that no project financed by that Programme had been submitted to the Cohesion Fund. During the year, a proposal for a LIFE II regulation was sent to the Council. 4. 7. 4 European Investment Bank Since the EIB sometimes provides substantial assistance to the cohesion countries, particularly Spain and Portugal, to finance projects in areas similar to those assisted by the cohesion financial instrument, a special system was set up to exchange information between the Commission and the Bank on applications for assistance submitted by the Member States. As part of the process of cooperation with the EIB, it was decided to send it regular lists of all projects presented to the Cohesion Fund. Where part-financing by the EIB is planned, the whole dossier is sent to the Bank. In addition, regular meetings have been held to identify problems which could arise in the case of specific projects. For its part the EIB, following the normal procedures, consults the Commission, including the Cohesion Fund, when it receives an application for a loan. These regular exchanges of information both ensure that the EIB's loan ceilings are not exceeded and ensure a correct mixture of grants and loans to projects which are being part- financed. 4. 7. 5 EEA financial mechanism Set up under the agreement on the European Economic Area (EEA)12, this financial mechanism closely parallels the Cohesion Fund in its scope and geographical coverage, although it is considerably smaller in terms of resources. The mechanism is financed by EFTA member countries of the EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) and the Community budget, which replaced the contribution by Austria, Sweden and Finland following their accession on 1 January 1995. The mechanism is managed on their behalf by the EIB. Assistance frorn the mechanism is available for eligible schemes which promote economic and social cohesion in Portugal, Greece, the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and the Objective 1 regions of Spain. Article 116 of the EEA agreement and Protocol 38 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 79 The EEA financial mechanism runs for a period of five years (1994-99) and can provide direct grants and interest rebates on loans. Priority is given to projects which place particular emphasis on the environment, transport (including transport infrastructure) and education and training. Both public and privately financed projects are eligible, with preference among the latter given to those promoted by small and medium-sized firms. The mechanism's budget amounts to ECU 500 million in the form of grants, and interest rebates on EIB loans of up to ECU 1. 5 billion. The EEA financial mechanism clearly represents a potential source of overlap with the Cohesion Fund given its sectoral and geographical coverage. In geographical terms the main differences are that the mechanism applies in Northern Ireland, whereas it does not apply in the non-Objective 1 areas of Spain. In sectoral terms, the EEA mechanism has a wider coverage, but it can also finance transport infrastructure projects and environmental projects similar to those assisted by the Cohesion Fund. In practice, however, the small size of the mechanism limits the risks of overlap. Moreover, the arrangements which have been put in place for its management by the EIB are intended specifically to ensure that projects supported are compatible with other Community policies and are consistent with other financial instruments. The Cohesion Fund has an agreement with the EIB for the exchange of information on projects submitted for assistance, as well as for providing advice on projects proposed to be part-financed by means of loans and grants. The Cohesion Fund is thus informed of any project submitted to the EIB in the context of the EEA mechanism which might also be proposed for Cohesion Fund finance. In 1995 only one project - the Neo Ikonion port project in Piraeus, Greece - benefited from both Cohesion Fund finance and the EEA financial mechanism as part of a total loan and grant package. 4. 8 THE ROLE OF THE EIB IN PROJECT EVALUATION 4. 8. 1 Continuing institutionalized cooperation The cooperation agreement signed on 23 September 1993 under the cohesion financial instrument was carried over to the Cohesion Fund by the Commission and the EIB. A new framework agreement for this purpose was signed on 15 December 1994 and will last for the lifetime of the Cohesion Fund Regulation (until 1999). This framework agreement continues the principles of cooperation laid down when the CFI was set up: on-going exchanges of information, regular meetings with the EIB, use of EIB expert studies to assess projects for which the promoter or the national authorities have requested part-finance from the EIB and the Cohesion Fund and the possibility of assessing Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 4 - Evaluation of projects and measures adopted 80 projects in respect of which no application for assistance from the Cohesion Fund has been submitted. More than two years of operation have demonstrated the importance and quality of this cooperation which is essential to the Cohesion Fund in its evaluation of operations and its work on determining the best combination of sources of finance (grants and loans). 4. 8. 2 The results of cooperation in 1995 In 1995, the EIB evaluated 36 projects of which four were to receive part-finance from the EIB and the Cohesion Fund. A further 28 projects were sent to the EIB for a preliminary opinion. The EIB undertook an in-depth evaluation of four projects involving an on-the-spot inspection with the authorities responsible. Of the 36 projects assessed, 16 concerned measures in the transport sector, mainly port, airport and rail infrastructure. In the environment sector, 20 projects were evaluated. They were concerned with water supply, waste-water treatment and urban waste. Most of the projects evaluated by the EIB are large-scale projects which therefore account for a large part of the Cohesion Fund appropriations. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 81 CHAPTER 5 MONITORING AND INSPECTION 5. 1 MONITORING COMMITTEES The Monitoring Committees met on average two or three times during 1995 in each beneficiary Member State to review the work of the Cohesion Fund. They were able to clarify and resolve a large number of questions relating to project management. However, it should be noted that, as a rule, there was some delay in sending the Commission the monitoring records for projects discussed at these meetings and they were sometimes incomplete. Naturally, the Cohesion Fund has drawn the attention of the appropriate authorities to this situation and asked them to take remedial action. The Monitoring Committees met as follows: 5. 1. 1 Spain Two meetings of the Monitoring Committee were held in Madrid, on 16 March and 10 October 1995. They were chaired by the Director-General for Planning and attended by the Ministry of Public Works, Transport and the Environment (MOPTMA) and bodies such as IRYDA, ICOMA, MINER and AENA. The Commission delegation, led by the Director of the Cohesion Fund, comprised the Head of Unit responsible for projects in Spain under the Cohesion Fund, representatives of DG XI (Environment, nuclear safety and civil protection), DG XVI-E (Regional Policy and Cohesion), DG XX (Financial Control) and the EIB and a Member of the Office of the Representative of the European Union in Spain. Third meeting of the Monitoring Committee (16 March): This meeting considered certain matters concerning the procedures for awarding public contracts, such as the adoption of appropriate measures to correct situations which did not comply with the relevant directives, and the steps which the Spanish authorities intended to take to avoid cjouble financing by different Structural Funds. The discussion also clarified the procedure for the recovery of any appropriations decommitted from projects whose final cost was lower than expected. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 82 Implementation of projects at 31 December 1995 was reviewed. The Commission regarded the level of implementation of the projects and progress since the last meeting of the Committee as generally satisfactory, particularly in view of the large number of new projects which had been approved in November and December 1994. Three transport projects were closed in terms of both works and finance: these were Nos 93/11/65/020 the axle-gauge change-over point at Majarabique; 93/11/65/031 access to El Hierro airport; and 93/11/65/032 Tenerife Norte airport. The question of whether the Autonomous Communities and local administrations should participate in the management of their own projects or those with which they are directly concerned was discussed. It was agreed that the Spanish authorities should prepare a specific set of rules but that participation by these administrations in the Monitoring Committees would be governed by bilateral negotiations between central government and the Autonomous Communities and local administrations. Fourth meeting of the Monitoring Committee (10 October) The Commission's Director-General for Regional Policy and Cohesion opened the meeting by stressing the importance of better project-management, improved justification for measures and how to improve the added value of what the Commission was doing. The draft record of the previous meeting was approved and it was agreed that amendments to drafts could be tabled at meetings of the Monitoring Committee although the date for eligibility of expenditure was the date on which the Spanish authorities sent the Cohesion Fund a written request for an amendment. It was also decided that regional authorities, the Autonomous Communities and local administrations should participate in the management of projects under the responsibility of those administrations and of projects in which they were directly concerned. Monitoring sub- Committees for the Autonomous Communities and local authorities could be proposed to deal with the future development of these projects, their number and complexity. Implementation of each of the projects at 30 June 1995 was reviewed. The Commission raised the problem created by the delay in carrying out projects concerned with the environment and transport. The original plans for many projects had been amended with regard to the eligible cost, the schedule or the financing plan. On a certain number of projects, mainly in the transport sector, the accounts had been closed. The Commission made the following comments on the various matters relating to the examination, monitoring and management of projects: new applications for assistance: ensure that the forms are correctly completed; Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 83 physical indicators: these should be similar for each type of project and fixed before the decision is adopted; grouped physical indicators: they should be presented by project when the application for payment is made; monitoring reports: a report for a group of projects must be broken down by individual project; opening ceremonies: the Commission should be associated with any significant ceremonies concerning projects financed, as laid down in Regulation (EC) No 1164/94. The next meeting of the Monitoring Committee was scheduled for the last week in April 1996. 5. 1. 2 Portugal As the Commission wished, monitoring work was stepped up in 1995. The Monitoring Committee met three times during the year, on 13 March and 17 July 1995 and on 26 January 1996. These meetings were held under the Committee's Rules of Procedure adopted at its second meeting, on 30 June 1994. These meetings, which are the basic instrument for the effective management of the Fund, provided an opportunity for: all those concerned at national and Community level to exchange information about the management of the Fund; the clarification and adjustment of the interpretation of certain rules for implementation of the Fund; the the analysis of assistance in the various sectors; the analysis of implementation of each project and the search for solutions to any difficulties encountered, most of which concern compliance with the date of completion, the financing plan and the physical definition of the projects; the analysis of applications to be submitted in the future from the point of view in particular of a balanced allocation of resources between the environment and transport. In view of the size of project 94/10/65/005 - the new crossing of the Tagus at Lisbon - the Commission decided to set up a specific Monitoring Committee with its own Rules of Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 84 Procedure. 13 This Monitoring Committee met twice during 1995, on 18 July and 26 October 1995. At these meetings the Rules of Procedure were adopted and the physical indicators brought into line with the Commission's requirements so that it could assess the actual progress being made with the project. This meant that the non-automatic part of the commitment instalment for 1995 could be released. On these occasions, the Commission stated that it was paying very close attention to the environmental implications of the projet and stressed to the bodies concerned, the CAO (Comissâo de Acompanhamento da Obra - Monitoring Committee) and the CEMA (Centro de Estudos e Monitorizaçâo - Centre for studies and monitoring) the importance of ensuring that the environmental clauses in the Decision granting assistance were complied with to the letter. The various construction sites were visited during the mission of 26 October. 5. 1. 3 Greece The Monitoring Committee for Cohesion Fund projects met four times in 1995, in March, July and October (transport) and November (environment). From the autumn onwards, the Monitoring Committee for Cohesion Fund projects was divided into two parts meeting separately, one for transport projects and the other for environment projects. This Committee, chaired by the Secretary-General of the Ministry for Economic Affairs, comprises the Secretaries-General of the other seven Ministries concerned with assistance from the Cohesion Fund, representatives of the Commission (the Cohesion Fund and the other Directorates and Directorates-General involved), the EIB, the Greek Ministries, the associations of local councils and the mayors in their capacity as persons responsible for the project. The Rules of Procedure of the Cohesion Fund Monitoring Committee were amended to enable representatives of the regional and local authorities (two places) and a representative of the social partners to attend. The Committee considered the summary tables for each Decision and project and reports on each project. The Commission paid particular attention to compliance with Community policies. In the case of major projects, the Cohesion Fund is implementing the horizontal guidelines on public procurement agreed between the Greek authorities and the Commission, a check on major price cuts by promoters and no unjustified increases in the total initial cost. 13 Decision C(94) 3905 of 21 December 1994 Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 85 As far as environmental policy is concerned, the Greek authorities are lenient in the issuing of environmental authorizations. The Commission has had to deal with a number of complaints. In any case, the Cohesion Fund requires compliance with Community policy in this field and makes this a condition for the granting of financial assistance. It has suspended payments in specific cases. Physical and financial implementation of environmental projects in 1995 was satisfactory, averaging 72% in November. Average implementation of small environmental projects (stages of projects) was 95 % in November and in a large number of cases the first stages have been completed. However, in the case of transport, implementation is not yet progressing at the desired rate. The data presented to the latest Monitoring Committee meeting, in October, give a figure of 33%. Since a large number of contracts for roads were unfrozen and awarded at the end of the year, the Cohesion Fund hopes that implementation will improve in the future. However, payments for Pathé and for rail projects, where no project manager has yet been appointed, are still blocked. The specific Monitoring Committee for the Evinos project met three times during 1995, in February, July» and October. The Cohesion Fund subjected this project to an expert study and physical, financial and technical monitoring. An advisory and coordinating Council of international experts was set up to assist in choices and ensure that work on the project continued. Implementation is proceeding normally (100% of the tunnel, over 60% of the dam). Emergency measures, i. e. the technical dam, have been constructed, which meant that water could be supplied to Athens from spring 1995. 5. 1. 4 Ireland The Monitoring Committee in Ireland met twice in 1995, on 23 February and on 25 July. The representation on the Committee remained the same as that agreed in 1994, i. e. the Cohesion Fund and other Directorates or Directorates-General concerned and representatives of the Irish Government departments responsible for the economic sectors receiving assistance from the Cohesion Fund, with the Department of Finance providing the chairman and secretariat. The EIB had been invited to attend both meetings but was unable to send a representative on either occasion. The information available to the Committee was much improved compared to that available for the initial meetings in 1994 and the work of the Committee was much more productive and successful. Progress with the projects is generally satisfactory although the Commission did Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 86 indicate its concern about the rescheduling of expenditure on many projects into later years. Each meeting also revealed the need to make a substantial number of modifications to projects, especially to the forecast completion dates. It had been intended to hold three Monitoring Committee meetings in 1995, in line with the Commission's wish to strengthen the monitoring function by holding three meetings each year instead of two as had been the case previously. The Irish authorities had agreed in principle to this arrangement. However, the third meeting of the year planned for 12 December was postponed until early 1996 at the request of the Department of Finance, which cited pressure of other work. The Commission requested at the meeting on 25 July that the agencies directly responsible for the implementation of projects (the local authorities in most cases) should be represented at future meetings. At the end of 1995, the Irish authorities were considering what practical arrangements should be put in place to meet the Commission's request. 5. 2 COMMISSION INSPECTION MISSIONS Acting under Article 12 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94, the Commission took a number of steps to check that the declarations by the Member States in support of their applications for assistance were fully justified and that the administrative and accounting documents relating to projects which had received financial assistance from the Cohesion Fund actually existed. The inspection missions undertaken by the Commission in 1995 to monitor the management and sound implementation of the projects approved are summarized below: 5. 2. 1 Spain Missions by Directorate XVI-E From 3 to 7 April 1995, inspection of projects: 93/11/65/006: N-340 Adra bypass 93/11/65/016: N-234 Gilet-Soneja section 93/11/61/081: water supply, Aramo Tunnel 93/11/61/091 to /096: PITMA 091: reduction and waste-water treatment 092: removal of banks 093: management of industrial waste 094: management of used oil 095 : recovery of water used to flush containers and clean holds and ballast water for ships 096: recovery of soil Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 87 93/11/65/024: Madrid-Valencia railway line, Fuente la Higuera-Jâtiva section 93/11/61/001: drainage and treatment of water in San Sebastian 93/11/61/021: checking erosion by the Tagus Missions bv Directorate XX-A From 13 to 17 February 1995 and from 4 to 11 October 1995, inspection of projects : 93/11/65/002: Rîas Bajas expressway 93/11/65/018: Trinidad-Montgat motorway 93/11/61/097: development and exploitation of woodlands 5. 2. 2 Portugal Missions bv Directorate XVI-E 14 March 1995, inspection of project: 93/10/65/025: IC17 CRIL, Algés-Buraca section 13 and 14 July 1995, inspection of projects: 93/10/65/001: modernization of the North Portugal railway line 93/10/65/010 and 93/10/65/031: modernization of the Beira-Alta railway line Missions by Directorate XX-A From 29 May to 2 June 1995, inspection of projects: 93/10/65/011: CREL - Lisbon outer ring road 93/10/61/001: Lisbon water supply network 93/10/61/012: supply improvements at Castelo do Bode 5. 2. 3 Greece Missions bv Directorate XVI-E 21 and 22 December 1994: inspection of project 93/09/65/004: construction of port at Igoumenitsa 12 and 13 July 1995: inspection of projet 93/09/61/063: water supply and sewerage for Mytilene 16 and 17 August 1995: inspection of project 93/09/61/008: protection and refurbishment of the spring of Livadia Missions bv Directorate XX-A From 23 to 27 October 1995, inspection of projets : 93/09/65/009: doubling of the Evagelismos-Leptokarya railway line Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 88 93/09/65/006: expansion of the Paleofarsalos-Kalambaka railway line 93/09/65/005: bypass on the Piraeus-Pezama road 93/09/61/070: Goulandris natural history centre 94/09/15/001: technical assistance 95/09/65/034: rail link between Piraeus port and Thriassio 94/09/65/004: electrification of the Piraeus-Athens-Thessaloniki railway line 5. 2. 4 Ireland Missions by Directorate XVI-E From 5 to 8 September 1995, inspection of projects : 93/07/61/011: Clara and Raheenmore marsh 93/07/61/031: waste drainage Wexford 93/07/61/039: Ballymount waste network 93/07/65/012: Belview port through rail line Technical verification missions carried out with the assistance of scientific consultants. Specific missions for the technical assessment of projects and/or the progress of works were entrusted to consultants selected for that purpose through technical assistance as provided for in the Regulation. 5. 3 ROLE OF THE EIB The Regulation makes specific provision for the EIB to be involved with the monitoring of Cohesion Fund projects, where it states that the European Investment Bank is to be represented on the Monitoring Committees to be set up in each beneficiary Member State. The EIB has in fact taken part in the work of these Committees. The Bank is also invited to participate in the specific Monitoring Committees which have been or will be set up to monitor major projects. Such participation is of particular importance in the case of those major projects to which it has made loans. In addition to the cooperation provided for in the Regulation, the EIB, which has its own procedures for monitoring the projects which it finances, provides technical support for the Commission in the case of projects where it has already financed part of the expenditure and for which the ^Member State has requested a Cohesion Fund grant in addition to the loan. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 5 - Monitoring and inspection 89 5. 4 FRAUD AND IRREGULARITIES Article 12 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 requires the beneficiary Member States to take the necessary measures to prevent irregularities and take action against them. In addition, they are required to recover any amounts lost as a result of irregularity or negligence. As a general rule, Member States are also liable for reimbursement of any sums unduly paid. Member States are also bound to inform the Commission of measures taken for the purpose of control and fraud prevention and in particular about the management and control systems established and they are to make available to the Commission any appropriate national control reports. Through Regulation (EC) No 1831/94, the Commission issued detailed implementing provisions concerning the obligations of beneficiary Member States in connection with finance from the Cohesion Fund. These rules concern, in particular, the organization of an information system on irregularities. To encourage Member States to act, the Commission may make a contribution to legal costs incurred by a Member State arising directly out of judicial proceedings relating to the recovery of sums wrongly paid. In 1995, the Commission received no reports of fraud or irregularity in connection with projects approved under Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94. However, Commission on-the- spot inspections did detect some irregularities and administrative problems. The Commission is not yet entirely convinced that Member States have fully grasped the importance of their responsibilities under these rules. The Commission has therefore started to organize information seminars in order to increase awareness within administrations and to exchange experiences and will continue this information campaign. 5. 5 LEGAL PROCEEDINGS IN PROGRESS In the context of fraud, the Commission is not aware of any legal proceedings in progress in connection with Regulation (EC) No 1831/94 concerning irregularities and recovery of sums wrongly paid in connection with the financing of the Cohesion Fund. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 90 CHAPTER 6 INTER-INSTITUTIONAL DIALOGUE. INFORMATION AND PUBLICITY 6. 1 INFORMATION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT, THE ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE AND THE COMMITTEE OF THE REGIONS Under the first subparagraph of Article 14(1) of Council Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund, the Commission presents an annual report on the activities of the Fund, for examination and opinion, to the European Parliament, the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions 6. 1. 1 European Parliament The European Parliament adopted two resolutions, one on 29 June 1995 on the 1993/94 annual report on the cohesion financial instrument (COM(95) 1), the other on 5 March 1996 on the supplementary annual report (COM(95) 222) on the part of 1994 not covered by the report on the financial instrument. On these occasions, Parliament expressed its satisfaction with regard to implementation of both the financial instrument and the Cohesion Fund since they were set up. It welcomed in particular the absence of any irregularity or fraud, the sound implementation of the budget, the participation of the European Investment Bank in the evaluation and monitoring of projects, the priorities given to water and waste in the environment sector and the more balanced breakdown between transport and the environment achieved in 1994. It did, however, raise a number of points concerning the selection of projects, monitoring and inspection and evaluation. Selection of projects: Projects in the Objective 1 regions of Spain: see section 4. 7. 1 of this report. Balance between transport and the environment: the Commission is seeking to reduce the imbalance which arose during the first year of operation of the CFI. It sent a letter on those lines to all the cohesion countries and a better balance between the two sectors was achieved in the second half of 1994. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 91 The Commission also drew the attention of the Member States to the excessive share granted to road transport. In June 1995 the Cohesion Fund organized a 'Rail Day' to promote rail transport, which is under-represented among the projects. This was attended by industrialists and rail companies in the beneficiary Member States. (See section 4. 4 of this report). Soil erosion and desertification: the Commission is well aware of the serious problems posed by soil erosion and desertification and water management is accordingly one of its priorities. A number of studies have been financed, particularly with regard to water resources on the Iberian Peninsula. Most remote regions: the Commission is willing to finance projects submitted by the cohesion countries and located in such areas provided they meet the priority criteria of the trans- European networks or fall within the Fifth Programme on the Environment. It has also financed such projects in both the transport and the environment sectors in Madeira and the Canary Islands. Monitoring and inspection The Monitoring Committees managed to meet more frequently, two or three times, in 1995 and specific Monitoring Committees were established for major projects. Regular inspections were carried out in all the cohesion countries. (See sections 5. 1 and 5. 2 of this Report). In order to check on the use made of the resources of the Fund, the Commission and the Member States have established a system to monitor progress of each project in terms of physical and financial indicators. The data are considered at meetings of the Monitoring Committees and taken into account when payments are made to the Member State. Each project is subjected to a prior appraisal to assess its economic rationale and its consistency with Community rules and policies. In doing this, the Commission is assisted by expert studies carried out by its own staff and that of the EIB. The utilization of funds is checked by the Monitoring Committees and during on-the-spot visits. Evaluation of projects As far as the evaluation of the impact of the projects on the environment (Directive 85/337/EEC) is concerned, the Commission systematically checks on compliance with these provisions and examines the information provided by the Member States. It also undertakes targeted checks (see section 4. 3 of this Report). It also checks on the viability of projects and their ability to generate revenue. The London School of Economics was asked to undertake a study on the socio-economic impact of projects and a restricted call for tenders was published to commission a study of the polluter-pays Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 92 principle. (For the socio-economic impact of Cohesion Fund projects see section 4. 6 of this Report). 6. 2. 2 Economic and Social Committee and Committee of the Regions On 20 December 1995, the Economic and Social Committee gave its opinion on the 1993/94 annual report on the cohesion financial instrument and on the supplementary annual report for 1994 on the Cohesion Fund. The Committee of the Regions gave its opinion on the 1993/94 report on the cohesion financial instrument on 21 September 1995. A large number of the points raised by Members of the European Parliament such as those mentioned in the previous section were also raised by these two bodies. In addition, the members of the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions commented on the choice of projects, the amounts allocated to preparatory studies and technical assistance and consultation of the local and regional authorities and the social partners. Selection of projects One of the main criteria for the selection of projects is that they should have a significant impact. In particular, the Cohesion Fund is perfectly willing to finance smaller-scale projects which have a significant impact provided they fall within the scope of its Regulation, which stipulates that projects should normally cost a minimum of ECU 10 million. The Cohesion Fund has not formally calculated the number of applications for non selected projects. The time required to consider applications means that statistics of this type would be of dubious utility. However, the main reasons why finance for projects has been refused are ineligible expenditure, failure to comply with Community rules on public procurement and the failure of projects to comply with the Community Directives on the environment. Preparatory studies and technical assistance Although amounts under this heading are still modest, they were three times greater in 1995 than in 1994. The Commission also made use of in-house expertise, which does not show up in the figures. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 93 Consultation of the social and economic partners Account has been taken of the comments by the members of the Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions concerning consultation of the social and economic partners As the Commission required, the four cohesion countries have included representatives of the local authorities and regions on the Monitoring Committees. Against this background, the Cohesion Fund organized hearings for those concerned to gather their suggestions and points of view so that these could be better taken into account. The Commission considers that a decision on the association of national Economic and Social Committees with the definition of national priorities is a matter for each Member State. 6. 2 INFORMATION TO THE MEMBER STATES The third subparagraph of Article 14(1) of Regulation (CE) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund provides for the Member States to be informed of the activities of the Fund. Following the Commission's political commitments, the Cohesion Fund has organized twice- yearly information meetings for the Member States. Meetings were held on 7 June and 8 December 1995 to provide the Member States with factual information. 6. 3 INFORMATION TO THE SOCIAL PARTNERS Two meetings were also organized for the social partners (CES, CEEP, EUROCHAMBRES and UNICE), on 17 February and 12 October 1995, to keep them informed about the work of the Cohesion Fund, the projects selected, the breakdown between transport infrastructure and the environment and to provide a broad overview of work on Cohesion Fund projects. 6. 4 INFORMATION MEETINGS FOR INTERESTED PARTIES 6. 4. 1 Hearing for interested parties At the initiative of the Commissioner for regional policies, Mrs Wulf-Mathies, the Commission held a hearing for interested parties designed to improve the efficiency of implementation of the Cohesion Fund and make its management more transparent. The 1993/94 annual report on the cohesion financial instrument, which was available for that hearing, was circulated widely so that citizens and interested parties could be better informed about the work of the Cohesion Fund and to encourage discussions about the policy being followed. Fewer of those involved at regional and local attended than had been expected. The Cohesion Fund has considered the views expressed and incorporated relevant remarks into its management. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 94 6. 4. 2 Rail day In order to promote projects in the rail sector, on 26 June 1995 the Cohesion Fund organized a 'Rail day' in Brussels which was attended by representatives of the railway companies in the cohesion countries, industry and organizations representing the sector and the Commission. During that meeting, the four rail companies were able to present their short and medium-term investment plans and define their priorities for new installations, fixed equipment and rolling stock. Amongst other topics, there were wide-ranging and interesting discussions on the problems of access to the Iberian Peninsula, where the rail gauge is different from elsewhere in Europe, and high-speed trains. 6. 4. 3 Other information meetings Information measures organized by the Cohesion Fund are of two types: those organized on its own initiative with the assistance of Commission delegations and offices and those organized by other bodies. The programme is essentially the same, a two-hour presentation and explanation using a variety of audio-visual material, followed or preceded by a press conference. Documentation on the Cohesion Fund, the reasons for its establishment, its method of operation and the projects financed is also made available to those attending. A particular effort has been made to provide information within the Commission and to the other institutions of the European Union. The following meetings were held in 1995: Seville, 14 March 1995 A seminar on the Funds of the European Union: the Structural Funds and the Cohesion Fund for those in business and government was organized by the department of economics and finance in the regional government of Andalusia. It was attended by about 70 people. Brussels, 23 March 1995 A conference on business opportunities in the European Union budget for 1995 was organized by the Société Générale de Développement as part of Eurobudget 95. A presentation on the Cohesion Fund was made to some 150 representatives of industry and business and to civil servants from the Member States. Thuin, 24 March 1995 As part of a course on the European institutions, Thuin state high school organized a conference on changes in the European institutions: a concrete example of implementation of the Treaty of Maastricht using the Cohesion Fund to illustrate the point to an audience of some 40 secondary school pupils. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 95 Brussels, 28 March 1995 At the European summit of local authorities held in Brussels from 27 to 29 March 1995 as part of the Directoria event, DG XVI (Regional Policy and Cohesion) organized a presentation of the Cohesion Fund for an audience of about 125 representatives of regional and local authorities and the countries of central and eastern Europe. Paris, 5 April 1995 The SNBATI (Syndicat National du Béton Armé, des Techniques Industrialisées et de l'Entreprise générale - national federation for reinforced concrete, industrialized techniques and general business), in cooperation with Entreprises Equipement - France, organized a study and information day on the Cohesion Fund and the participation of firms in European public procurement for some 40 members of the Syndicat du Bâtiment (building federation). The day was held in conjunction with the Fédération Parisienne du Bâtiment (Paris building federation). Athens, 8 May 1995 The Office of Greek Chambers of Commerce and Industry to the European Union, in cooperation with the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry, organized an information seminar on the Cohesion Fund for Greek industrialists. 150 people, members and representatives of the Ministries concerned took part. Vienna, 6 June 1995 In the context of European integration and commercial policy, the Austrian Federal Chamber of Commerce presented the Cohesion Fund to about 100 people from the business community, ministries and Austrian firms. Particular stress was laid on the favourable economic impact on the industries of the Member States of access to public contracts in the cohesion countries. Brussels, 23 June 1995 As part of the information activities organized by DG X (Information, Communication, Culture and Audiovisual Media) and the Commission's press and information offices in the Member States, an information session on the Cohesion Fund was held for some 25 mayors, journalists and consultants from Portugal. London, 11 July 1995 The "Waterfront Conference Company" invited the Cohesion Fund to present its work to a seminar on European finance for the development of sea ports concerned primarily with finance for port infra- and superstructures in the context of policies on public finance. About 100 representatives of port authorities and other interested groups took part. Milan, 15 September 1995 Confindustria, Lombardy, organized an information seminar on the Cohesion Fund for its members and industrial sectors involved. The main theme was the economic benefits which Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 96 these firms can derive from participation in public tenders in the cohesion countries. About 30 people attended. Barcelona, 3 October 1995 The Patronat Català pro Europa organized a seminar on the Cohesion Fund for its members and all the public administrations in Catalonia likely to benefit from Cohesion Fund finance. About 25 people attended. Brussels, 27 November 1995 As part of a conference on the European Union's Structural Funds organized by the European policy office of the World Wide Fund for nature, the Cohesion Fund presented its work to about 100 experts and others involved in regional development in national, regional and local administrations and to representatives of industry, trades union, farmers, social groups and consumers. 6. 5 SEMINAR ON FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Barcelona, 2 and 3 October 1995 - A training measure for financial managers and controllers concerned with projects financed by the Cohesion Fund in Spain was organized in cooperation with the UCLAF (Unité de Coordination de la Lutte Anti-Fraude - anti-fraud unit) in the Secretariat-General and attended by 150 people from various Ministries including Economics and Finance, Public Works, Transport and the Environment (MOPTMA), Agriculture, the Treasury and Home Affairs. In addition 17 Autonomous Communities and Municipalities with over 500 000 inhabitants took part. 6. 6 PUBLICITY AT THE INITIATIVE OF THE COMMISSION 6. 6. 1 Publication of decisions The main points of all the projects adopted are published in all the language versions in the Official Journal of the European Communities, as required by the Fund Regulation. The main points of each project are in Annex I to this Report. 6. 6. 2 Media coverage The Cohesion Fund, in cooperation with the Spanish Government, the regional government of Catalonia and the Barcelona city council, organized substantial press and television coverage of an inspection and monitoring visit to the Ciutat Vella of Barcelona on 4 October 1995. This project is of great interest and is a model of its kind because of the application of the principles of economic and social cohesion and the safeguarding of the urban environment. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 97 This visit was mentioned five times on that day's television news, on channels TV2 Barcelona, TV3 Catalonia and TV4. A documentary on this large project was the subject of a 15-minute programme, "Giravolt", on TV2. An interview with the Director of the Cohesion Fund and the Catalan Minister for the Environment was also broadcast on the programme "El Medi Ambent" on the Cohesion Fund on TV3. The newspaper "La Vanguardia" devoted half a page to the Cohesion Fund in its economics section on Sunday 8 October 1995 and some eight press cuttings from local papers reported and commented on the visit. In addition, a press conference was organized in Madrid on 10 October 1995 to mark the fourth. meeting of the Monitoring Committee, after which a communiqué was circulated to those concerned by the Commission's Press and Information Office in Spain. A video for the general public on projects financed in Spain was also made. In addition to these specific media measures, the following have been published: press communiqués when groups of projects are adopted; a general communiqué reviewing the year. 6. 6. 3 Annual report on the cohesion financial instrument and the Cohesion Fund 1993/94 This report has been widely distributed and may be obtained from the documentation centre of the Directorate-General for Regional Policy and Cohesion or from the Cohesion Fund Directorate. 6. 7 MEASURES TAKEN BY THE MEMBER STATES 6. 7. 1 General The Member States are required to take publicity measures relating to projects financed by the Cohesion Fund. These measures are intended to inform citizens of the use made of Union funds and to demonstrate their contribution to financing projects which have a substantial impact on the economy of the countries concerned. 6. 7. 2 Draft Commission decision on publicity measures A draft decision based on the one which applies to the Structural Funds is being prepared. It will stress the effort required of both the Commission and the Member States to provide information and publicity material. As required by Article 14 of the Cohesion Fund Regulation, it has been sent to the European Parliament. Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 CHAPTER 6 - Inter-institutional dialogue - Information and publicity 98 6. 7. 3 Forms of publicity The forms of publicity to be used by the Member States include: the provision of display panels of appropriate size making reference to assistance from the Cohesion Fund; the dissemination of information on the projects financed using audiovisual means; the preparation of brochures, leaflets and other sources of information; audiovisual measures. H ii » M H H H it H it tt M n H H » H tt H H o H ti H H Annexes Annex I Annex II Annex III Main points of projects approved in 1995 (published in the Official Journal of the European Communities) - list of projects Graphs Road and rail network maps Annual report of the Cohesion Fund 1995 ANNEX 1 MAIN POINTS OF THE DECISIONS APPROVED IN 1995 -qq SPAIN ENVIRONMENT /tOO Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 11. 61. 001 1. Name of project: Reclamation and restoration of beaches - 1995 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direction General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn Gral. de Costas - MOPTMA 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Andalusia, Asturias, Baléares, Catalonia, Galicia, Valencia 5. Description Set of nine. operations to halt the current process of beach erosion caused by the greenhouse effect and the consequent rise in sea level as well as changes in the direction of the waves. 1. Reclamation of the natural environment of Salinas beach, Castrillôn (Asturias). The shrinking of the beach has reduced the protection afforded by the dunes against the effects of heavy storms. Measures: restoration of the beach by depositing 350 000 m3 of sand brought up from the sea bed; slightly higher grading than at present so that the beach will have reserves of sand. The operation will be carried out along 2 800 m of beach, increasing the beach width by 50 m. 2. Reclamation of the natural environment of several beaches, Gozon-Carreno (Asturias) The operation concerns six small beaches situated on the rugged Asturian coastline. Measures: increase in the area of dry beach at high tide and mean tide by depositing 150 000 m3 of sand from the sea. The operation will be carried out along 1 300 m of coastline, increasing the beach width by an average of 40 m. 3. Restoration of the coastal belt of the Peniscola beach, Castellon. The operation will be carried out between the port of Benicarîô and the isthmus of Peniscola. Its purpose is to correct the existing imbalances and improve the beach platform and accessibility. In addition, road traffic will be moved back from the shore by rerouting the road. Measures: widening of the beach by depositing 1 700 000 m3 of sand from the sea. Incorporation of the former road into the beach by building a pedestrian esplanade of 3 500 m long. 4. Environmental rehabilitation of the Magalluf beach, Calvia (Mallorca). This beach, situated in the Palma Bay, is being eaten away and losing its sand. Measures: widening of the beach by depositing 111 000 m3 of sand of a suitable grade to restore the dynamic balance of the sedimentary flow of sand being washed up and washed away. The operation will be carried out along 1 035 m of coastline, increasing the beach width by 50 m. 5. Reclamation of the beaches of the San Antonio Bay (Ibiza) This area is gradually deteriorating through human pressure and erosion. Measures: restoration of the beach over 1 550 m by depositing 390 000 m3 of sand of a suitable grade. Construction of two semi-submerged breakwaters to stabilize the beaches. The pedestrian access routes will be improved. 6. Environmental rehabilitation of Camposoto beach, San Fernando (Cadiz) Measures: restoration of the beach by depositing 750 000 m3 of sand from the nearby sea bed. The following studies will be carried out to this end: a bathymétrie survey of the zone of influence of the beach, a morphodynamic study of the beach and a study of the marine biosphere. The operation will be carried out over 1 500 m. Ao2 7. Restoration of the Puerto de la Sel va beach, Gerona. The area is affected by powerful atmospheric factors from both land and sea 'and consequently suffers from erosion. Measures: restoration of the beach by depositing 80 000 m3 of sand; construction of a breakwater 82 m long and 4 m wide. The operation will cover 750 m of beach, with a resulting beach width of 80 m. 8. Restoration of the Arealonga beach, Vicedo (Lugo) The beach is subject to intense erosion because much of the dune belt which offsets seasonal changes of profile has been destroyed. Measures: depositing 300 000 m3 of sand (from the sea bed nearby or from the bed of the river Sor, depending on the results of analyses currently underway) to restore the cross-section profile of the existing beach before it reaches a state of continual erosion. The operation will concern 1 000 m of beach. Vegetation will be planted on the dune belt. 9. Environmental rehabilitation of Pedregalejo beach, Malaga. Replacement of the existing infrastructure with another, less obtrusive and with reduced environmental impact. Measures: demolition of the eight existing breakwaters; construction of three semi-submerged breakwaters perpendicular to the coast of around 200 m in length (only the first 50 m will be above water). Restoration of the beach and restoration of its natural original form by depositing 600 000 m3 of sand. 6. Objectives To combat water abrasion along the coastline: restoration of 17 835 m of coastline; to regenerate and stabilize coastal ecosystems; to rehabilitate coastal areas of natural interest; to reestablish the natural dynamics and restore the quality of the coastal environment. /to 3 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1. 8. 1995 31. 12. 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The economic analysis of the projects is based on a 20-year period. The internal rate of return for all the projects is 18%. The costs taken into account were: initial investment, subsequent investments, net book value of investments and maintenance. The benefits taken into account were: advantages to _users (beach and seaside leisure, use of paths, parking spaces, rehabilitation of natural spaces, use of the seaside esplanade in the case of Peniscola); advantages to other economic agents. 9. Assessment of environmental impact (a) All the measures in question concern the rehabilitation of beaches affected by coastal dynamics which have reduced the area of dry beach and even in some cases, caused the beach to disappear altogether. The plan is to restore the natural conditions of heavily eroded beach coastline. There will be some negative effects during the construction phase (noise from plant and machinery, contamination of the air caused by earthworks). Every effort will be made to mitigate these. (b) The wetlands concerned by the project to regenerate the coastal belt of Peniscola, situated behind the existing road, must be protected by a building ban. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) (ECU = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: 39 304 349 Eligible costs (after 7. 4. 1995): 39 304 349 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 33 408 696 A. o 4 Breakdown of the aid bv beach 1. Salinas beach - Asturias 2. Gozôn and Carreno beaches - Asturias 3. Peniscola beach - Castellôn 4. Magalluf beach - Baléares 5. San Antonio Bay - Baléares 6. Camposoto beach - Cadiz 7. Puerto Selva beach - Gerona 8. Arealonga beach - Lugo 9. Costa Pedregalejo - Malaga TOTAL 1 570 941 785 471 22 244 537 507 938 1 570 942 1 963 677 471 283 523 647 3 770 261 33 408 696 Â^S Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 61. 002 1. Name of project: Environmental recovery of the Spanish coastline, 1995 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planification (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direction Gral. de Costas - MOPTMA 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Valencia, Asturias, Catalonia and Galicia. 5. Description Set of 15 projects concerning the environmental protection or recovery of the most sensitive stretches of coastline. Some of the projects involve space management to prevent intrusion which might cause environmental damage. Project 1: Pedestrian path on the Penôn de Ifach (Calpe-Alicante). Construction of a pedestrian path 3 m wide and 800 m long to prevent uncontrolled traffic. Stabilization of banks and slopes with planting of indigenous specie*. Recovery of an area of 2 ha. Project 2: Improvement of the coastline in the Cabo de Gâta natural park in Almeria. Anr Construction of deterrent parking (300 places) and roadways at a distance from the shore (1 500 m of paths) and the facilities needed for ordered and controlled use. Area concerned: 5 ha, 58 km of coastline protected. Project 3: Improvement of the natural environment of Xagô beach (Gozôn, Asturias). Recovery of totally degraded dunes in danger of disappearing, covering 200 000 m2. Project 4: Improvement of the coast of Santo Tomâs y San Adeodato. Es Migiorn Gran (Menorca, Balearic Islands). Establishment of ordered access, marking off the dune area, some 600 m long; creation of rest and recreational areas; adjusting the sea shore (700 m long and 5 m wide) in line with the characteristics of the area. Area concerned: 42 000 m2. Project 5: Environmental restoration of the Formentera shoreline (Balearic Islands). This operation concerns the Illetas, Llevant, Sa Roquera and Migjorn beaches and the area of Ses Salinas, as well as the coastal belt of the Espalmador island. Work includes regeneration of dunes, laying of paths, deterrent parking and planting of indigenous species. 600 000 m2 of dunes will be protected. Project 6: Environmental recovery of the tidelands at la Algaida, Sanlûcar de Barrameda (Cadiz). The project involves improving the canal running through the area from north to south; creating a shallow basin in the south-eastern part by restoring banks; recovering lagoons to be fed from natural water sources; creating an experimental repopulation area; demolishing the central access to the saltworks and creating a more discreet access; creating an ecosystem information centre. Recovery of 2 540 000 m2 of wetlands. Project 7: Environmental protection of land bordering on the sea in Chilches, Moncôfar, Nules, Torreblanca and Cabanes (Castellôn). These operations involve creating a coastal ridge of broken stones to protect and stabilize the shore; improving access and restoring a livestock trail; restoring Moncôfar beach. Project 8: Environmental treatment of the coastal belt of San Pedro Pescador (Gerona). toT- Creation of compulsory and deterrent pedestrian routes along 2 710 m of shoreline to prevent mass access to the Aiguamolls de I'Emporda Natural Park. Includes a bridge (45 m), a viewpoint and observation towers. Project 9: Restoration of water circulation in the La Ribera marsh, Ayamonte (Huelva). The objective is to restore the natural water flow of the tideland by opening the bed of the La Ribera marsh, currently cut in two places by embankments which will be removed and replaced by more permeable structures which will allow the water in the tidelands to circulate freely. Project 10: Environmental regeneration of Patin, Baleo and Meiras beaches, Valdovino (La Coruna). The measures for Patin beach are: removal of the current road separating the tidelands from the beach and construction of a wooden structure to enable pedestrians to cross from one side to the other; construction of two deterrent car parks and two wooden walkways to cross the river and creation of an area outside the tideland for services and amenities. The measures for Baleo beach are: moving the road inland, converting the old road into green areas and building a deterrent car park. The measures for Meiras beach are: demolition of an old building on the beach and improvement of pedestrian access; regeneration of existing vegetation. Project 11: Environmental recovery of the Ribera de Haciadama, Culleredo (La Coruna). The measures involve: creating pedestrian access points to the coast; creating a green area with a pedestrian path and cycle track; restoring two lagoons. Project 12: Rehabilitation of the coastal belt at Sta. Cristina, Oleiros (La Coruna). The objective is to regenerate the beach and its zone of influence: demolition of buildings which should not have been built on the beach; planting and restoration of vegetation in the zone of influence; improvement of access. Project 13: Regeneration of the Alba tidelands (Pontevedra). Clean-up of the tidelands and their borders, marking off the area using light weight materials and a pedestrian path; installation of wooden walkways with hides for observing the flora and fauna. Project 14: Improvement of the reedbed in the Lagares river, Vigo (Pontevedra). ^c?8 • Manual clean-up of about 24 000 m2 of the lagoon: construction of a peripheral path (2 000 m) and wooden bridge with a hide for observing flora and fauna; demolition of the walls of an old saltworks. Project 15: Integral restoration of the coastal belt at Devesa del Saler (Valencia). Part of the Albufera natural park, the aim of the project is to restore the dune belt by demolishing the existing seaside promenade and neighbouring buildings; fixing the dune belt by planting indigenous species; building a pedestrian path and bicycle track behind the dune belt; creating three service areas set back from the coast; restoring around 3 000 m of beach by depositing 120 000 m3 of sand. 6. Aims Recovery of: - 7. Work schedule 1 158 300 m2 of dunes, 2 864 000 m2 of marine systems, 926 000 m2 of other natural areas, species and vegetation indigenous to the area, natural dynamics of the sea shore. Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 9. 1995 I ~T Completion 31. 12. 1997 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The economic analysis assumes a period of 20 years. The internal rate of return varies according to the project, with an average of 10. 3%. The costs taken into account were: initial investment, replacement of investments, net book value of the investments and maintenance. The benefits taken into account were: users' surplus (beach and seaside recreation; use of paths and car parks; recovery of natural areas) and surpluses of other economic agents. 9. Environmental impact analysis AQJ} (a) These projects, located within the area of influence of the coast, aim at reducing human pressure on the seaside and improving the quality of the environment. (b) The project concerning the improvement of the natural environment of Xagô beach (Gozôn, Asturias) will require prior approval by the competent authorities of a plan for the use and management of the area concerned. The project concerning the regeneration of the Alba tidelands (Pontevedra) will depend on an undertaking by the competent authorities to carry out a clean-up plan including treatment of the waste water discharged into the tidelands, in line with Directive 91/271/EEC. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 161. 225) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of the aid: 1 Penôn de Ifach (Calpe) 2 Cabo de Gâta (Almeria) 3 Xago Beach (Gozôn-Asturias) 4 Coastline at Sto Tomâs y San Adeodato (Es Migiorn Gran Menorca-Baleares) 5 Formentera Coastline (Baléares) 6 Tidelands Sanlucar de Barrameda (Cadiz) 7 Castellôn coastline 8 S Pedro Pescador coastline (Gerona) 9 La Ribera marsh, Ayamonte (Huelva) 10 Valdovino beaches (La Coruna) 11 Ribera de Haciadama (La Coruna) 12 Sta Cristina coastline, Oleiros (La Coruna) 13 Alba tidelands, Pontevedra 14 Reedbeds of Lagares river, Pontevedra 15 Devesa del Saler - Valencia TOTAL 42 989 610 42 989 610 85% 36 541 168 1 476 198 1 581 641 790 820 1 054 427 1 054 427 6 442 549 1 054 427 1 581 641 3 163 281 2 388 277 5 272 135 1 270 585 790 820 579 935 8 040 005 36 541 168 M 0 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 11. 61. 003 1. Name of project: Coastal improvements, 1995 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direction General de Planification (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direction Gral. de Costas - MOPTMA 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Canary Islands, Cantabria, Catalonia, Galicia, Valencia 5. Description Set of 11 measures to restore the natural assets of coastal areas by reducing the pressures to which they are subjected by man. 1. Environmental rehabilitation of the coastal belt (phase 1), Benisa (Alicante) Measures: improvement of the cliff-top path (750 m) by means of planted barriers and/or protective kerbs and observation points; transformation of existing car parks into green areas, creating new car parks (4 500 m2) further back from the shore; construction of facilities and service areas at a distance from the areas to be protected. 2. Coastal park on the lower slopes, Jâvea (Alicante) Measures: conversion of current roadway into pedestrian and planted area; construction of deterrent car parks (400 places); construction of. a walkway straddling the Canal de la Fontana and giving pedestrian access to the Arenal beach. 3. Environmental rehabilitation of the coastal belt between the Almadraba and Albufera beaches (Alicante). Measures: Creation of pedestrian access suited to the terrain (1 200 m path); introduction of deterrent car parks (250 places). 4. Rehabilitation of the coastal belt and improvement of the Cuberris and Antuerta beaches, Bareyo (Cantabria) Measures: Creation of a pedestrian walkway along the beach (600 m); construction of a removable wooden walkway; transformation of road access into pedestrian access (300 m); delimitation of beach service areas; canalization of watercourse at Cuberris; construction of 175 parking places to reduce the danger from traffic. 5. Rehabilitation of the environment at San Juan del la Canal, Santa Cruz de Bezana (Cantabria) Measures: removal of rubbish and debris, treatment of waste water; construction of a shore-side path with observation points and a pedestrian bridge (2 500 m); creation of green areas planted with indigenous vegetation; construction of a small car park (45 places). 6. Improvement of the Santa Lucia beach, El Perellô (Tarragona) Measures: construction of a pedestrian path along the shore, using local materials, with steps to reach different levels; low masonry walls at dangerous places on the cliff face; strengthening of banks; introduction of quantities of sand needed to preserve the natural beach landscape. 7. Improvement of the Ribera de Carino, Carino (La Coruna). Measures: creation of a pafk with dune vegetation and water; construction of deterrent car parks (100 places) to reduce traffic pressure; demolition of the retaining and enclosing wall; construction of 400 m area for enjoyment of landscape. The measures concern an area of 23 000 m2. 8. Integral rehabilitation of the coastal belt of the Canteras beach, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Las Palmas). The project concerns the very run-down western stretch of the beach, covering 1 200 m from Calla Gavina to Los Muellitos. Measures: improvement of the seaside along 800 m, elongation of current sea front, with reordering of traffic and land use; rehabilitation of the natural environment of the beach (now almost non-existent), which is being increasingly disfigured by unsuitable activities, through demarcation of the beach; clean-up and spreading of sediment to improve the beach profile; rehabilitation of 800 m2 of beach by bringing in 300 000 m3 of sand; installation of facilities to encourage better treatment and protection of the coastline. AA 2 9. Improvement of the coastal belt of Seixinos, Meano (Pontevedra). Measures: clearing and restoration of the coastal belt (planted slopes blending In with environment); creation of pedestrian access and improvement of the esplanade near the bridge across the Oleiros river as a recreational area; creation of deterrent car park (127 places); transformation of the old blast furnace into an observatory ideally located for the study of seabirds; construction of a wooden jetty giving access to the riverbank at low tide. The project will be implemented in two stages. 10. Improvement of the Marjal beach at Cases d'Alcanar (Tarragona) The project covers an area along 1 200 m. Measures: creation of green areas planted with indigenous vegetation; area for toilets and leisure facilities; construction of a pedestrian path along the sea front. 11. Rehabilitation of the sea front at the Pinedo beach, Valencia. Measures: demolition of buildings occupying the site of the future sand beach and service area; extension by 523 m of the southern dike following the new course of the Turia river; lengthening of the Acequia del Rey outlet to prevent discharge onto the beach; 200 000 m3 of sand brought in for the upkeep, stabilization and improvement of the beach along 1 100 m; improvement of the sea front and creation of a pedestrian promenade along 800 m. 6. Objectives • To make 4 900 m of the coastal belt suitable for pedestrian use. To regulate beach use by creating 1 677 deterrent parking places and 8 705 m of pedestrian paths. To rehabilitate 1 900 m of beach. To regulate beach access and protect sensitive areas. To improve the quality of the coastal environment by encouraging indigenous vegetation. AA 3 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 7. 4. 1995 31. 12. 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The economic analysis of the projects is based on a 20-year period. The internal rate of return for the projects as a whole is 9. 8%. The costs taken into account were: initial investment, subsequent investments, net book value of investments and maintenance. The benefits taken into account were: advantages to users (beach and seaside leisure, use of paths, parking spaces, rehabilitation of natural spaces); advantages to other economic agents. 9. Assessment of environmental impact (a) Regulation of beach use is intended to prevent or reduce excessive population pressure. Environmental rehabilitation is intended to protect sensitive areas by introducing indigenous vegetation. Regulation of access will redistribute occupation of the coastal belt. (b) The project concerning the rehabilitation of the environment at San Juan del Canal, Santa Cruz de Bezana (Cantabria) will require an undertaking by the competent authorities to implement a sanitation plan for the rehabilitated area. The project concerning the improvement of the Ribera de Carino (La Coruna), is subject to an undertaking by the competent authorities to do nothing which will change the environmental use of the area in question. The project concerning the rehabilitation of the sea front at the Pinedo beach, Valencia, which could affect the Albufera National Park, requires the agreement of the authorities responsible for the park. y U4 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) (ECU 1 = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: 35 959 100 Expenditure prior to eligibility date: 92 408 Eligible costs (after 7. 4. 1995): 35 866 692 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 30 486 688 Breakdown of the aid 1. Rehabilitation of coastal belt at Benisa (Alicante) 2. Lower slopes, Jâvea (Alicante) 3. Almadraba/Albufera beaches (Alicante) 4. Cuberris and Antuerta beaches (Cantabria) 5. San Juan de la Canal beach (Cantabria) 6. Santa Lucia beach (Tarragona) 7. Improvement of Ribera de Carino (La Coruna) 8. Las Canteras beach (Canary Islands) 9. Improvement at Seixinos (Pontevedra) 10. Marjal beach (Tarragona) 11. Pinedo beach (Valencia) TOTAL 1 413 848 4-189 178 471 283 507 880 1 382 429 1 680 908 994 930 10 472 946 1 120 605 2 094 589 6 158 092 30 486 688 M 5 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under '- Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/004-1 1. Name of project: Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of southern Spain and the Guadalquivir. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planification 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation •3. 1. Name: Address: 3. 2. Name: Address: 3. 3. Name: - Instituto Nacional para la Conservation de la Naturaleza (Now Direcciôn General para la Conservation de la Naturaleza). Subdireccion General de Protection de la Naturaleza (now Subdirecciôn General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Fo restai). Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. Consejeria de Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General de Planification y Partition. Avda de Eritana, 1 -Sevilla (Andalucia). Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. Servicio de Protection del Medio Ambiente. Address: C/Pintor Matias Moreno, 4 45002 Toledo (Castilla-La Mancha). 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: The Autonomous Communities of Andalusia and Castile-La Mancha. AM* 5. Description The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion and desertification, processes which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment area of southern Spain and the Guadalquivir by damaging three extremely important natural resources vegetation, soil and water. Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate protection for the soil by means of: afforestation with species suited to the environment, forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; , improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order to. prevent individual hydrotechnical operations. flooding by means of small-scale recurring The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands damaged by fire. Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas devastated by fire: intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires;. Objectives The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate ecosystems damaged by forest fires. More specifically, the objectives are: to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the biological recovery of damaged areas; to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; 1A\ to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can. provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as absorbing most of the C02 in the air; to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect hydraulic infrastructures; to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the natural ecosystems; to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment, area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantaees The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long- term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc. ) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the reference, values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. The following benefits were considered: 1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 2. 3. 4. 5. better quality water; 6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. less forest soil lost; less silting of dams; improved woodlands and less desertification; A\ 8 The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 4. 10"-which ensures the socio-economic and environmental viability of the projects. A number of effects were too difficult to evaluate, including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape. 9. Assessment of environmental impact (a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the environment in question. Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, « been covered by more or less the same species which will now be-. planted or on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology. (b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 30 563 124 30 563 124 85% 25 978 655 1/16 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/006-1 1. Name of project: Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification, regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the , Guadiana. * 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direccion General para la Conservation de la Naturaleza). Subdireccion General de Protection de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal) Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid Address: 3. 2. Name: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn y Particiôn Address: Avda. de Eritana, 1 - SEVILLA (ANDALUCIA). 3. 3. Name: Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. Direccion General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. Servicio de Protection de Medio Natural. Address: C/ Pintor Matias Moreno, 4 45002. - TOLEDO (CASTILLA-LA MANCHA). 3. 4. Name: Consejeria de Agricultura y Comercio Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agranas. Address: C/Adriano, 4 06800 - MÉRIDA (EXTREMADURA) 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Andalusia, Castile-La Mancha, Extremadura 5. Description The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The measures fall into two main categories, the first being measure* to halt erosion and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment area of the Guadiana by damaging three extremely important natural resources vegetation, soil and water. Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: biological action to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate-protection for the soil by means of: afforestation with species suited to the environment, silvicultural operations to preserve and improve existing stands in order to " maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; « corrective infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order to prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale one-off hydrotechnical operations. The second category of measures concerns damaged by fire. the regeneration of woodlands Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological action designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover'in areas devastated by fire: intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas, stepping up silvicultural operations in existing stands to prevent forest fires, 6. Objectives The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate ecosystems damaged by forest fires. More specifically, the objectives are: to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the biological recovery of damaged areas; A 24 • to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas damaged by fire; to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as absorbing most of the C02 in the air; to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect hydraulic infrastructures; to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the natural ecosystems; to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland biodiversity or All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set- up a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 3 1 12 IQ9S Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long- term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc ) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. The following benefits were considered: 1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 2. 3. 4. less forest soil lost; fewer dams destroyed; improved woodlands and less desertification; &3b 5. better quality water; 6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 9. 62, which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects. A number of effects have not been evaluated, including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape 9. Assessment of environmental impact (a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the environment in question Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years. been covered by the same species which will now be planted or on land where there is no danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology (b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) (ECU 1 = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 193 232 7. 193 232 80% 5 754 585 ilb Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under ^ Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/009-1 1. Name of project: Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the eastern * Jucar. ' 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. 2. 2. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Address: 3. 2. Name: Address: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direcciôn General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion General de Protecciôn Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal). Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. Consejeria de Agricultura, Ganaderia y Montes. Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias. Diputaciôn General de Aragon. P° de Maria Agustin, 36 Edf. Pignatelli (Aragon). 50004 - Zaragoza 3. 3. Name: Address: Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. Servicio de Protecciôn del Medio Natural. C/ Pintôr Matias Moreno, 4 45002 - Toledo (Castile-La Mancha). 3. 4. Name: Address: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente Direcciôn General de Recursos Forestales Calle Arquitecto Alfaro 39, 46011 Valencia AV^ 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Aragon, Castile-La Mancha and Valencia 5. Description The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment area of the eastern Jucar by damaging three extremely important natural resources: vegetation, soil and water. Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate protection for the soil by means of: afforestation with species suited to the environment,. * forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order to prevent individual flooding by means of hydrotechnical operations. small-scale recurring The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands damaged by fire. Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas devastated by fire: intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires; 6. Objectives The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate ecosystems damaged by forest fires. More specifically, the objectives are: A2C- - 1o halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the biological recovery of damaged areas; - - - - to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as absorbing most of the C02 in the air; to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect hydraulic infrastructures; to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the natural ecosystems; to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 31. l2. l995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long- term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc. ) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. The following benefits were considered: 1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 2. less forest soil lost; A2LS less silting of dams; improved woodlands and less desertification; 3. 4. 5. Wtter quality water; 6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 9. 37%, which ensures the socio-economic and environmental viability of the projects. A number of effects too difficult to evaluate would substantially increase the IRR, including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape. 9. Assessment of environmental impact (a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect* resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the environment in question. Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, been covered by more or less the same species which will now be planted or on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology. (b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 19 470 537 19 470 537 80% 15 576 429 4±\ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION S H E ET Summary of project No 95/11/61/010-1 1. Name of project: Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Balearic Islands. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. 2. 2. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direccion General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza) Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal) Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid Address: 3. 2. Name: Consejeria de Agricultura y Pesca Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias y Medio Natural Address: C/ dels Forners, 10 07006 - PALMA DE MALLORCA (BALEARES) 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Baléares 5. Description The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands The measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment important natural area of the Balearic Islands by damaging three extremely resources: vegetation, soil and water. AU Specifically, the measures in this first category involve. biological action protection for the soil by means of: to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate • afforestation with species suited to the environment, • silvicultural operations to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; corrective infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order to prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale one-off hydrotechnical operations. The second category of measures concerns damaged by fire. the regeneration of woodlands Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological action designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas devastated by fire: intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas. stepping up silvicultural operations in existing stands to prevent forest fires 6. Objectives The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate ecosystems damaged by forest fires. More specifically, the objectives are: to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the biological recovery of damaged areas; to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas damaged by fire. to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as absorbing most of the C02 in the air; to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect hydraulic infrastructures; to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the natural ecosystems; to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion. Main work i i 1. 4. 1995 i 31. 12 1995. « I 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long- term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural measures and hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc ) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. The following benefits were considered: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. better quality water; 6. an increase in the general well-being of the population reduction in the risks of flooding; less forest soil lost; fewer dams destroyed; improved woodlands and less desertification, The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 2. 78 which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects A number of effects were considered to difficult to evaluate, but if they had been they would substantially increase the IRR. Such effects include the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape 9. Assessment of environmental impact All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the environment in the area in question. Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, been covered by the same species which will now be planted or on land where there is no danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) (ECU 1 = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 445 203 1 445 203 85% 1 228 422 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/010-2 1. Name of project: Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification, regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Canary. Islands. « 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direcciôn General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal) Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. Address: 3. 2. Name: Consejeria de Politica Territorial. Servicio de Planificaciôn, Evaluaciôn y Seguimiento de Programas Address: Avda. de Anaga, 35 6" pi. Edf. Servicios Multiples 38001 - SANTA CRUZ DE TENERJFE 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Canary Islands 5. Description The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment B2 \y\\\ area of the Canary Islands by damaging three extremely resources: vegetation, soil and water. Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: important natural biological action to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate protection for the soil by means of: afforestation with species suited to the environment, silvicultural operations to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; corrective infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds m order to prevent recurring flooding by means of small-scale one-off hydrotechmcal operations. The second category of measures concerns damaged by fire. the regeneration of woodlands - Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological action designed * to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas devastated by fire: intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas, stepping up silvicultural operations in existing stands to prevent forest fires, creating fire-breaks and safety strips to prevent forest fires in high-risk areas or areas where the plant cover is particularly dense. 6. Objectives The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate ecosystems damaged by forest fires. More specifically, the objectives are: to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the biological recovery of damaged areas; to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas damaged by fire, to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as absorbing most of the C 02 in the air; to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect hydraulic infrastructures; to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the natural ecosystems; to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. biodiversity or All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with eacrTcatchment area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests SOI 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 3 1 12. 1995 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long- term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural measures and hydrological corrections (their impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc. ) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project The following benefits were considered: 1. reduction in the risks of flooding, 2. 3. 4. 5. better quality water; 6. an increase in the general well-being of the population less forest soil lost; fewer dams destroyed; improved woodlands and less desertification, The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 1. 4, which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects A'iC A number of effects have not been evaluated, including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape. 9. Assessment of environmental impact All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the environment in the areas in question. Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, been covered by the same species which will now be planted or on land where there is no danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) (ECU 1 =Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible Cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 4 956 751 4 956 751 85% 4 213 238 " A iC Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under "" Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/010-3 1. Name of project: Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Segura river. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. 2. 2. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Address: 3. 2. Name: Address: 3. 3. Name:. Address: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direcciôn General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal). Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. Consejeria de Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn y Particiôn. Avda. de Eritana,l - Sevilla (Andalucia) Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. Servicio de Protecciôn del Medio Natural. C/Pintor Matias Moreno, 4, 45002-Toledo (Castilla-La Mancha). 3. 4. Name: Address: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General del Medio Natural. C/Luis Fontes Pagân, 3, 30071 Murcia (Murcia) A\I 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Andalusia, Castile-La Mancha and Murcia. 5. Description The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment area of the Segura by damaging three extremely important natural resources: vegetation, soil and water. Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: - biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate protection for the soil by means of: afforestation with species suited to the environment, forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order to prevent individual flooding by means of hydrotechnical operations. small-scale recurring The second category of measures concerns the regeneration of woodlands damaged by fire. Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas devastated by fire: intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires; Objectives The general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate ecosystems damaged by forest fires. More specifically, the objectives are: ^33 - to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the biological recovery of damaged areas; - - - to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as absorbing most of the C02 in the air; to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect hydraulic infrastructures; to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the natural ecosystems; 4 to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long- term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc. ) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. The following benefits were considered: 1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 2. less forest soil lost; A 33 3. "less silting of dams; 4. irnpToved woodlands and less desertification; 5. better quality water; 6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 9. 73, which ensures the socio-economic and environmental viability of the projects. A number of effects have not been evaluated, including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the landscape. 9. Assessment of environmental impact (a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the environment in question. Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, been covered by the more or less the same species which will now be planted or on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology. (b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the protection of forests against fire,. the forestry measures included in the project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 6 566 535 6 566 535 85% 5 581 554 /<4o Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under ^ Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/010-4 1. Name of project: Afforestation and complementary work to control erosion and desertification; regeneration of ecosystems damaged by fire in the catchment area of the Tagus 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. 2. 2. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Address: 3. 2. Name: Address: 3. 3. Name: Address: 3. 4. Name: Address: 3. 5. Name: Instituto Nacional para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza (now Direcciôn General para la Conservaciôn de la Naturaleza). Subdireccion General de Protecciôn de la Naturaleza (now Subdireccion General de Control de la Erosion y Desarrollo Forestal). Gran Via de S. Francisco, 4 -28005 Madrid. Consejeria de Agricultura, Ganaderia y Montes. Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias. Diputaciôn General de Aragon. P° de Maria Agustin, 36 Efd. Pignatelli 5004 Zaragoza Consejeria de Agricultura y Medio Ambiente Direcciôn General de Montes y Medio Ambiente Natural. Servicio de Protecciôn del Medio Natural C/Pintor Matias Moreno, 4 - 45002 Toledo (Castile-La Mancha). Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Ordenaciôn del Territorio. Direcciôn General del Medio Natural. C/Muro, 9, 47004 Valladolid (Castile-Leôn) Consejeria de Agricultura y Comercio. Direcciôn General de Estructuras Agrarias. A^A Address: C/ Adriano, 4, 06800- Mérida (Extremadura). 3. 6. Name: Address: 4. Location Consejeria de Cooperaciôn Agencia del Medio Ambiente-Servicio de Gestion Territorial. CI Princesa, 3, 28008 Madrid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Aragon, Castile-La Mancha, Castile-Leôn, Extremadura and Madrid. 5. Description The project consists of a number of measures carried out in woodlands. The measures fall into two main categories, the first being measures to halt erosion and desertification, which directly affect the natural environment of the catchment- area of the Tagus by damaging three extremely important natural resources: vegetation, soil and water. «' Specifically, the measures in this first category involve: biological measures to improve plant cover, thereby providing adequate protection for the soil by means of: afforestation with species suited to the environment, forestry work to preserve and improve existing stands in order to maintain the balance between soil protection and the progression of vegetation; improvements to infrastructures: stabilization of slopes and river beds in order individual flooding by means of to prevent hydrotechnical operations. small-scale recurring The second category of measures concerns damaged by fire. the regeneration of woodlands Specifically, the measures in this second category are biological measures designed to encourage natural regeneration and establish protective plant cover in areas devastated by fire: intensifying reafforestation and regeneration of fire-damaged areas; stepping up forestry work in existing stands to prevent forest fires;1 A^ 2 6. Objectives The^general purpose of projects of this type is to protect basic resources - the soil, water and the water cycle as a vital environmental process - and to regenerate ecosystems damaged by forest fires. More specifically, the objectives are: - to halt and control erosion caused by both water and wind and to assist the biological recovery of damaged areas; to prevent and control forest fires and regenerate areas destroyed by fire; to increase and improve plant cover, encouraging biodiversity, so that it can provide sufficient stability and biopedological protection to the soil as well as absorbing most of the C02 in the air; to regulate the water cycle: to protect and improve the quality of water* resources, to minimize the danger and frequency of floods and protect hydraulic infrastructures; to improve rural structures, helping to establish or maintain the population in depressed areas or where there is a danger of abandonment, by ensuring a balanced environment in a manner compatible with the conservation of the natural ecosystems; to produce other effects, such as creating and protecting biodiversity or increasing the aesthetic or recreational value of woodland. All these objectives are sought through integrated operations, with each catchment area acting as a geographical unit for action. The ultimate objective is to set up a strategy for protecting nature from a desertification process aggravated by soil erosion, forest fires and the chronic drought affecting Spanish forests. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The profitability of hydrological and forest restoration must be sought in its long- term social benefits. The intangible benefits of reafforestation, silvicultural and A"\ 3 hydrological corrections (impact on air, water, soil, ecosystems, etc. ) are difficult to measure in monetary terms. Despite this, the following costs and benefits have been calculated using the reference values and shadow prices usually taken for this type of project. The following benefits were considered: 1. reduction in the risks of flooding; 2. 3. 4. 5. better quality water; 6. an increase in the general well-being of the population. less forest soil lost; less silting of dams; improved woodlands and less desertification; The IRR obtained by comparing the above benefits with the investment costs was 7. 11, which ensures the socioeconomic and environmental viability of the projects. A number of effectstoo difficult to evaluate would substantially increase the IRR, including the reduction of the greenhouse effect and the improvement of the* landscape. 9. Assessment of environmental impact (a) All the measures included in these projects are designed to restore and preserve the protective plant cover. Their general purpose is to protect resources: soil, water and the water cycle as a basic environmental process. Their impact on the environment is therefore invariably beneficial, since none of the measures use methods or introduce species which will alter the natural balance of the environment in question. Planting will be carried out either on land which has, in the last fifty years, been covered by more or less the same species which will now be planted or on land where there is no serious danger of a transformation harmful to the ecology. (b) In accordance with Article 3(5) of Regulation (EEC) No 2158/92 on the protection of forests against fire, the forestry measures included in the project must be in conformity with the Spanish plan for the protection of forests against fire approved by the Commission on 7 January 1994. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = Ptas 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (from 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: 17 099 973 17 099 973 80% X ^4 Cohesion Fund assistance: 13 679 978. 4^5 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/012 1. Name of project; Waste-water treatment plants for Calvia, in the Balearic Islands 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Location 4. Direcciôn General de calidad de las Aguas (MOPTMA) P° de la Castellana, 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Balearic Islands Autonomous Community: Balearic Islands 5. Description The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste water in the bay of Palma de Mallorca. This will require the following work: 1. SANTA PONS A TREATMENT PLANT screening of solids desanding with pre-aeration and demulsification measurement of flow-rate homogenizing tank initial settling and sludge removal biological treatment: aeration tanks AXC - secondary settling using conventional scrapers recirculation of activated sludge and surplus sludge recirculation of anoxic area chlorination pumping of sludge from initial settling sludge thickening anaerobic digestion post-thickening of sludge - dehydration of sludge deodorization system draining drinking water and water for industrial use control building building for industrial use processing building landscaping and enclosure 2. PAGUERA TREATMENT PLANT screening of solids desanding with pre-aeration and demulsification measurement of flow-rate biological stabilization secondary settling and sludge removal chlorination sludge thickening treatment with nitrification-denitrification 3. BENDINAT TREATMENT PLANT screening of solids desanding with pre-aeration and demulsification measurement of flow-rate biological stabilization secondary settling and sludge removal chlorination sludge thickening treatment with nitrification-denitrification 4. PUMPING STATIONS AND COLLECTORS Murillo pumping station (E. I. 5 8) collector from Murillo to Son Ferrer (E. 1. 8. 1) collector from Son Ferrer to the treatment plant Magalluf pumping station (E. I. 4. 2) collector from Magalluf to the treatment plant. 5. EXTENSION OF THE OFFSHORE OUTFALLS Santa Ponsa outfall: 1 200 m, and aerobic and aerobic Paguera outfall: 300 m, Palma Nova outfall: 500 m, Magalluf outfall: 250 m. 6. Objectives To build and fit out three treatment plants for waste water from the general collectors of the municipality of Calvia. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from Calvia to acceptable levels for discharge via offshore outfalls into the Mediterranean. The basic parameters of the treatment plants are as follows: 95/11/61/012 Santa Ponsa Paguera Bendinat TOTAL 34 000 6 700 6 700 47 400 118 000 27 300 30 000 175 300 490 575 475 25 25 25 300 300 300 35 35 35 31 000 3 100 7 000 Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent ( P E) Total average BOD on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD on exit (mg/1) Total average SS on entry (mg/1) Total average SS on exit (mg/1) Average daily, volume of water (mVday). 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion AH 8 Preparation of project 1. 6. 1993 22. 11 1994 Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 5. 4. 1995 6. 10. 1996 5. 10. 1996 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for waste disposal and sewerage, water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. The internal rate of return is 15. 61% In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as increasing the well-being of the local population. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: to thanks the environment improvement of contamination in the effluent from human activities, increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. to eliminate treatment The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the general sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 12 162 170 12 162 170 85% , 10 337 845 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/013 1. Name of project: Waste-water treatment for the Costa del Sol and the Costa de la Luz, Andalusia. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid- 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Provinces: Cadiz and Granada Autonomous Community: Andalusia Description 5. The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste water in certain municipalities on the Andalusian coast. This will require the following work: Waste-water treatment plant for Motril-Salobrena Includes the following systems: Collection: by means of the following pipelines: Salobrena, La Canaleta and Lobres (350 mm diameter), Varadero and Puerto de Motril (600 mm diameter), Motril and Torrenueva (400 mm diameter). A£V Waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, mixing and flocculation, initial settling (three units) biological treatment using a biological turbine reactor (three units), aeration and secondary settling. Sludge treatment system: withdrawal of sludge from initial settling and pumping to thickening unit, withdrawal of surplus sludge for dehydration, recirculation of sludge from initial settling, thickening by gravity, anaerobic digestion, heating, dehydration, withdrawal and storage. Waste-water treatment plant for Almunecar Includes the following systems: Collection: by means of the following pipelines: Almunecar (800 mm diameter) Velilla (350 mm diameter). Waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, initial settling, biological treatment and secondary settling. Sludge treatment system: withdrawal of surplus biological sludge and pumping for initial settling, withdrawal and pumping of mixed sludge from initial settling, lime and aerobic digestion, dehydration using belt filters, stabilization with storage. Return of treated water: transport of treated water to the aquifer Waste-water treatment plant for La Linea Includes the following systems: Collection: by means of the following pipelines: Playa de la Atunara (700 mm diameter) Campamento (250 mm diameter) Waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, (chlorination). initial settling and disinfection Sludge treatment system: recirculation of sludge from initial settling, thickening by gravity, anaerobic digestion, dehydration and storage. 6. Objectives To build and fit out the treatment plants for Motril-Salobreria, Almunecar and La the towns in Linea. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from A2TA question to acceptable Mediterranean or for reuse to feed aquifers. levels for discharge via underwater outlets into the The basic parameters of the treatment plants are as follows: Motril- Salobrena Almunecar Linea de la Concepcion TOTAL 95 000 60 000 85 000 240 000 155 000 108 000 105 000 368 000 279 25 227 35 323 25 266 30 280' 25 280 35 34 000 27 000 1 26 250 population 95/11/61/013 Current population (inhabitants) Design equivalent (IE) Total average BOD5 on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD5 on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) Total average S S on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (mVday) 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 1. 5. 1995 1. 1. 1998 3112. 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. ATI. The internal rate of return Almunecar; 29. 52% for La Linea). is 17. 8% (19. 53% for Motril-Salobrena; 12. 71% for In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic tourism, as well as development of the area, including the development of rural increasing the well-being of the local population. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC, improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate contamination in the liquid waste from human activities, increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the general sewer system 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 19 812 349 19 812 349 85% 16 840 497 The total cost can be broken down as follows: Motril-Salobrena treatment plant Almunecar treatment plant La Linea de la Concepciôn treatment plant 7 175 816 8 618 002 4 018 531 4£3 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/014 1. Name of project: Waste-water disposal and treatment for Campo de las Dalias, Almeria 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de calidad de las Aguas (MOPTMA) 3. 2. Address: P°. de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Almeria Autonomous Community: Andalusia Description 5. The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste water in Campo de Dalias in Almeria. This will require the following work: (a) (b) Construction of the El Solanillo waste-water tre; tment plant planned for Roquetas de Mar and reuse of the treated water to feed the Campo de Dalias aquifer by injection into the ground, after subjecting it to tertiary' treatment by inverse osmosis. A measure similar to the above, entailing tertiary treatment by inverse osmosis of the water treated at the plant being built at El Ejido. The treated water will then be either injected for feeding the Campo de Dalias ASH aquifer or reused. In addition, it is planned to build another facility for the tertiary treatment by inverse osmosis and injection of the water treated by the existing plant which treats waste water from Las Norias and Santa Maria del Aguila. (c) (d) (e) Construction of a treatment plant for Balerma and tertiary treatment of the treated water and the water from the Blanega treatment plant, which has already been built. In total this will produce around 3 000 mVday for reuse in feeding the aquifer. Construction of a waste-water treatment plant for Adra, together with tertiary treatment. Construction of treatment plants for small municipalities such as San Agustin, Berja, Dalias, Félix, La Mojonera, Puebla de Vicar, Enix and Penarrodada. 6. Objectives To build and fit out 15 treatment plants for waste water from the general collectors of the municipalities of Roquetas de Mar, el Ejido, Adra and other small municipalities of Campo de Dalias. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the municipalities concerned, which have a population of 261 765, to acceptable levels for its reuse for feeding the aquifer. The basic parameters of the treatment plant are as follows. WASTE WATER DISPOSAL FOR CAMPO DE DALIAS, ALMERIA 95/11/61/014 A d ra Berja Castala Penarrodad a Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (IE) Total average BOD on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD on exit (mg/1) 19 900 7 000 100 23 400 9 000 350 25 350 25 250 350 25 250 350 350 25 1rr Total average S S on entry (mg/1) (mean values) 375 375 375 375 Total average S S on exit (mg/1) 35 35 Average daily volume of water (mVday) 6 960 2 000 35 60 35 100 irG WASTE WATER TREATMANT FOR CAMPO DE DALIAS, ALMERIA 95/11/61/014 Rio Chico Dalias El Ejido S ta Maria de Aguila Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (IE) Total average BOD on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) (mean values) 300 350 475 25 300 Total average SS on exit (mg/1) 35 Average daily volume of water (mVday) 140 3 930 26 339 14 203 3 930 26 339 14 203 475 25 300 35 880 475 25 300 475 25 300 35 35 7 827 4 632 Isr} WASTE WATER TREATMENT FOR CAMPO DE DALIAS, ALMERIA 95/11/61/014 Balerma San Agustin La Mojonera Puebla de Vicar Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (IE) Total average BOD on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) Total average S S on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (mVday) 4 995 1 960 5 600 6 500 8 154 1 960 5 600 6 500 475 25 300 35 475 25 300 35 475 25 300 35 475 25 300 35 2 492 582 1 680 1 940 ASS WASTE WATER TREATMENT FOR CAMPO DE DALUS, ALMERIA 95/11/61/014 Solanillo Felix Enix Total Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (IE) Total average BOD on entry (mg/1) (mean values) Total average BOD on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) (mean values) 75 000 600 106 686 1 200 475 475 25 300 25 300 35 Total average S S on exit (mg/1) 35 166 927 208 522 - 250 600 475 25 300 35 Average daily volume of water (mVday) 35 263 340 160 7. Work schedule " Category of work ' Commencement Completion >' Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 5. 6. 1993 10. 4. 1995 31. 8. 1995 1. 1. 1999 7. 2. 1995 3112 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), "ir? environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. The internal rate of return is 8. 12% In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as increasing the well-being of the local population. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: thanks to treatment improvement of the environment contamination in the liquid waste from human activities, increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. to eliminate The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 32 594 272 32 594 272 85% 27 705 131 IGO Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under ~r Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/015 1. Name of project: Waste-water treatment plant for Murcia-East. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. 3. 2. 4. Name: Address: Location Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas. Paseo de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid-Espana. 4. 1. Member State: Spain Region: Murcia 4. 2. Autonomous Community: Murcia 5. Description The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste water in the town of Murcia. This will require the following work: A waste-water treatment system involving the following processes: pretreatment, flow measurement, settling, recirculation of biological sludge, disinfection of the effluent using chlorine, ozone or ultraviolet and dosing of the reagents during the initial settling process. initial settling, biological treatment, secondary A sludge treatment system involving the following processes: sludge from equalizing tank for the digested sludge, dehydration, storage and disposal. thickening of the initial settling and biological sludge, anaerobic digestion, A bi A gas treatment system involving the following processes: stofage of gas from the digestion process in a hydraulically closing gas holder, compressors for pressurizing the gas before it enters the burner, boilers for heating the water and a chimney for burning off surplus gas. A system for the treatment of odours and ventilation of the premises, involving the following processes: capture of contaminated air using extractors, transport to the deodorization system, chemical contact columns and evacuation to the outside. Deodorization is planned at the following points: the point of arrival, lifting of the raw water, pretreatment, initial settling, sludge thickening, in the sludge storage tank, the dehydration and heating building and the pumping and sludge chambers. 6. Objectives To build and fit out a treatment plant for waste water from the collectors of the eastern part of the town of Murcia. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the town, which has a population equivalent of 875 000, to acceptable levels for discharge into the river Segura. The basic parameters of the treatment plant are as follows: population population 95/11/61/015 | Current (inhabitants) Design equivalent (PE) Total average BOD5 on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD5 on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) Total average SS on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (mVday) | TOTAL "~] 285 015 875 000 350 25 300 25 150 000 A(o2 7. Work schedule i i i ] Category of work Commencement Completion Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 15. 4. 1994 1. 1. 1999 31. 12. 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for waste disposal and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. *. ' The internal rate of return is 13. 03% In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as increasing the well-being of the local population. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: - - improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate contamination in the effluent from human activities, increased availability of water, with less diffuse pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. AQ>3 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 23 247 476 23 247 476 85% 19 760 354 A(o4 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/017 1. Name of project: Construction of collectors and expansion of the waste-water treatment plant at Rincôn de Leôn, Alicante. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Location 4. Direccion General de Calidad de las Aguas Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Alicante Autonomous Community: Valencia 5. Description The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste water in Alicante. This will require the following work: 1. 2. 3. 4. Replacement of the general collectors linking San Vicente and Alicante. Replacement of the collector linking the commerical centre to the western collector. Improvement of the San Gabriel pumping station. Transporting the water from the San Gabriel pumping station to the treatment plant. 5. 6. 7. 8. The pump îg station of Barranco de las Ovejas. Expan^on and improvement of the waste-water treatment plant at Rincôn de Leôn. Demolition and rebuilding of the facilities for pretreatment, initial settling, thickening and anaerobic digestion, in particular. The treatment plant will have the following treatment systems: treatment (activated initial settling, waste-water treatment system: pretreatment, sludge) and disinfection. biological Deodorization will be carried out by means of activated charcoal; sludge treatment system: recirculation of sludge from initial settling, thickening by gravity, anaerobic digestion, heating of the sludge and mechanical dehydration using centrifuges. Collector taking treated waste water from the treatment plant to the San Gabriel pumping station and from there to the underwater outlet channel. Underwater outlet channel 500 m long for discharging the treated waste into the sea. 9. Construction of a reservoir for water intake to supply 4 hm3 per year. 6. Objectives To install facilities at a plant treating the waste water from the general collectors of the municipality of Alicante. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the municipality, which has a population of 373 000 inhabitants equivalent, to acceptable levels for discharge into the Segura river or into the sea. population | 95/11/61/017 Current population (inhabitants) Design equivalent (PE) Total average BOD5 on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD5 on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) Total average S S on exit (mg/l) Average daily volume of water (mVday) | TOTAL | 325 000 373 000 453 30 422 39 75. 000 ICé 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 31. 12. 1994 1. 1. 1998 31. 12. 1997 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments with a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. The internal rate of return is 9. 62%. In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic development of the area, including the development of rural tourism, as well as increasing the well-being of the local population. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution caused by waste products from human activities, increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC, The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) **>l Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 16 886 085 16 886 085 85% 14 353 172 ±U Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/018 1. Name of project: Collectors for central Asturias. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Location 4. Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Asturias Autonomous Community: Asturias 5. Description This project involves the installation of the facilities needed for the disposal of waste water from the municipalities of El Berrôn, Oviedo, Siero, Aller and Mierés, in central Asturias. This will require the following work: (a) GENERAL COLLECTOR FOR THE RIVER ALLER IN THE CAUDAL BASIN, FROM SO VILLA TO OYANCO The main section runs more or less parallel to the Aller river, along 6 421 m, with pipelines of 300 mm, 500 mm and 600 mm in diameter. In addition 14 connecting collectors are planned, involving a total of 9 074 m of pipeline. At>3 (b) GENERAL COLLECTOR FOR THE RIVER NORE1NTA FROM LA FRESNEDA TO NORENA This section involves around 8 632 m of pipeline of 1 000 mm, 800 mm and 600 mm in diameter so that the water speed is always between 0. 6 and 3. 0 m/s. Maximum and minium inclines are 0. 4% and 0. 2% respectively. (c) GENERAL COLLECTOR FOR THE RIVER NORA FROM LLAMARGAS TO EL BERRÔN The collector is 4 240 m long and consists of pipeline of 1 000 mm and 800 mm in diameter. It carries waste water from the municipalities of El Berrôn in Villapérez to the treatment plant of Villapérez. The water speed is between 0. 6 and 3. 0 m/s. Maximum and minimum inclines are 0. 29% and 0. 2% respectively. 6. Objectives To carry out the work and install the facilities for the three collectors which carry waste water from the municipalities of El Berrôn, Oviedo, Siero, Aller and Mierés to the treatment plants of Villapérez and Baina. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the municipalities in question, which have a population of 85 000 inhabitants. The collectors have the following basic parameters: COLLECTORS IN CENTRAL ASTURIAS 95/11/61/018 Current population (inhabitants) Design equivalent (PE) population Rio Nora collector Rio Norena collector Rio Aller collector T O T AL 16 297 18 075 13 170 47 542 30 000 40 000 15 000 85 000 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 20. 7. 1994 6. 6. 1994 21. 11. 1994 21. 11. 1997 IT» Completion 25. 11995 5. 12. 1996 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments with a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. The internal rate of return is 23. 26%. In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the development of rural tourism, improvements in the quality of the environment, recovery offish life and other productive activities, better river use, increase value of surrounding estates, enhanced quality of life, elimination of environmental degradation and increase in social awareness. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC, improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution caused by waste products from human activities, increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: * Breakdown of the aid: 15 483 943 15 483 943 85% 13 161 351 River Aller collector: 5 938 160 MA River Norena collector: River Nora collector: (Las Llamargas-El Berrôn segment) 5 760 120 3 785 663 Wb Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/019 1. Name of project: Sewerage for the left bank of the Avilés estuary. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. 2. 2. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. 3. 2. 4. 4. 1. 4. 2. Direccion General de Calidad de las Aguas Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid Name: Address: Location Member State: Spain Region: Asturias Autonomous Community: Asturias 5. Description The project involves the installation of the facilities needed for the disposal of urban waste water from the left bank of the Avilés estuary. The planned sewer system consists of a large collector and several secondary collectors to collect all the waste from the left bank of the estuary, including that from much of the municipality of Castrillôn, in order to transport it to the inner harbour of the port, where it will be taken across the river. The general collector is 5 999 m long. 6. Objectives AÏ ^> To install the collectors which will carry waste water from the municipality of Avilés to the planned treatment plant at Nieva. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the municipalities in question, which have a population of 140 000 inhabitants. The basic parameters are as follows: SEWERAGE FOR THE LEFT BANK OF THE AVILÉS ESTUARY 95/11/61/019 Current population (inhabitants) Design equivalent (I. E. ) population TOTAL 140 620 169 589 7. Work schedule Category of work — » i i i i Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase Commencement. - —. -. i -. _ i _ Completion •• » • i 1. 10. 1995 1. 1. 1998 31. 12. 1997 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments with a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. The internal rate of return is 44. 24%. In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the development of rural tourism, improvements in the quality of the environment, recovery offish life and other productive activities, better river use, increase value of surrounding estates, enhanced quality of life, elimination of environmental degradation and- increase in social awareness. 4V*- 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the environment for the following reasons: improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution caused by waste products from human activities, increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water, compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 14 015 266 14 015 266 85% 11 912 976 iîT Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/020 1. Name of project: Waste-water treatment plant for Huelva 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Calidad de las Aguas. 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 67, 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. 5. Province: Huelva Autonomous Community: Andalusia Description The project involves installing the facilities needed for the treatment of waste water in the municipality of Huelva. This will require the following work: HUELVA TREATMENT PLANT: The waste-water treatment system consists of pretreatment, physico-chemical treatment, initial settling, secondary settling and disinfection (chlorination) The sludge treatment system consists of a sludge pump, aeration vat, recirculation of sludge, thickening by gravity, anearobic digestion with energy recovery and deodorization. /i-rfe 6. Objectives To build and fit out the plant that will treat the waste water from the collectors of Huelva. This will reduce the pollution in the waste water from the municipality, which has a population of 180 000 inhabitants equivalent, to acceptable levels for discharge via underwater outlet channels into the Atlantic Ocean. The basic parameters of the treatment plants are as follows: population | 95/11/61/017 Current population (inhabitants) Projected equivalent IE) Total average BOD5 on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD5 on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) Total average S S on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (mVday) | TOTAL | 144 008 180 000 200 25 277 35 58 500 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 1. 1. 1995 1. 7. 1998 30. 6. 1998 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments fwith a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, * »- - - - charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by ^^contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of treated water. The internal rate of return is 11. 31% In addition to the above figures, the project will have an impact on the economic development of the area as well as increasing the well-being of the local population. 9. Assessment •>. mai ^ The project will have A ^^. ive erfect on the environment for the following reasons: compliance with Directive 91/271 /EEC, improvement of the environment thanks to treatment to eliminate pollution causçd by waste products from human activities, increased availability of water, with less wide-spread pollution, less pollution of the groundwater through leaching, systematic improvement in marine ecosystems which previously suffered from the discharge of insufficiently treated waste water. The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995) Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 22 794 059 22 794 059 85% 19 374 950 -m Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund * - No95. 11. 61. 021A 1. Name of project; Sewerage, Madrid - 1995 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Madrid 3. 2. Address: Barcelô 6 - 28004 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Madrid 5. Description Group of six projects relating to the deodorization of waste water to help improve the quality of the environment along the Manzanares river in Madrid. 1. Technical adjustment of the data acquisition system of waste water treatment plants in Madrid. Improvement and modification of the existing system by installing new equipment in the city council's control centre and in each of the seven waste water treatment plants. Installation of a local Ethernet network. 2. Extension of the deodorization system of the Viveros de la Villa treatment plant. Application of the system to coarse screening, sludge sieving and the filtration chamber; rearrangement of the three enclosures to achieve a satisfactory working environment for the staff without reducing the effectiveness of the deodorization process. 3. Covering of the primary settling tanks of the Viveros de la Villa treatment plant. Design and construction of the enclosures needed to insulate the tanks and prevent the escape of gases; design and installation of the devices required to extract the air from inside the tanks and treat it. 4. Construction of a biological sludge separator for the La China treatment plant. AVj Installation of a circular separator with a diameter of 15 m, a sludge storage tank and pump; replacement of existing sludge pumps with better quality ones; installation of a new separation line, an air injection and pressurization system, a sludge return device and the necessary electrical equipment; adjustment of pumping or digestion system and necessary ancillary works. 5. Second phase of the work to improve the environmental conditions at the La China treatment plant. Works and equipment to fully or partially eliminate the production of unpleasant odours in the areas where the pretreatment of raw waste water and anaerobic sludge digestion take place. 6. First phase in the work to improve the environmental conditions at the to enclose the Butargue treatment plant. Construction of buildings pretreatment areas (rough screening, sieving, conveyor belts andxontainer- compacter) and insulate them from the outside. Each enclosure will be fitted with a system for the extraction of air which will subsequently require treatment. 6. Objectives To improve and modify the data acquisition system to provide more accurate information in a shorter time. To reduce the unpleasant odours inside treatment plants and prevent their escape into the surrounding area. To improve sludge management. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1. 9. 1995 31. 12. 1995 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The economic analysis of each of the projects was based on a 25 year period. The internal rate of return varies between 8% and 21. 9% The costs include the investments in civil engineering or equipment for each project and the running and maintenance costs. The benefits taken into account were the environmental ad\antages and protection of public water resources. 9. Assessment of environmental impact A g o. The projects are remedial in nature, aiming to improve the environmental conations of treatment plants in Madrid by reducing the production of unpleasant odours. The data acquisition system will reduce the down time of the plants and consequently the quantity of untreated waste water discharged directly into the watercourse. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) (Ecu 1 = Ptas 161. 225) Total cost: 2 013 335 Eligible costs: 2 013 335 Rate of assistance: 80% Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 610 668 Breakdown of the aid 1. Technical adjustment of the data acquisition system of waste water treatment plants in Madrid: 380 090 2. Extension of the deodorization system of the Viveros de la Villa treatment plant: 3. Covering of the primary settling tanks of the Viveros de la Villa treatment plant: 4. Construction of a biological sludge separator for the La China treatment plant: 129 012 198 480 277 873 5. Second phase of the work to improve the environmental conditions at the La China treatment plant: 277 873 6. First phase in the work to improve the environmental conditions at the Butargue treatment plant: TOTAL 347 341 1 610 668 A 34 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 11. 61. 021D 1. Name of project: Urban waste, Madrid 1995 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Madrid 3. 2. Address: Barcelô 6 - 28004 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Madrid 5. Description Five projects, four of which are to be carried out in Valdemingomez, where there is a municipal integral treatment plant for solid urban waste with a capacity of 1 200 tonnes/day. This facility comprises a recycling and composting plant and an energy recovery plant. The other project concerns the Migas Calientes plant. 1. Improvement and adjustment of the Valdemingomez recycling and composting unit to increase its capacity to 850 t/day. The unit will be integrated with the existing facilities, which will be adjusted to cope with its new capacity, along with the necessary environmental improvements: separation of rain water and leachate, construction of new collecting tanks for leachate, landscaping with remodelling of buildings and embellishment of installations. 2. Improvement of composting unit of Madrid's integral treatment plant for solid urban waste. Atl~ The project concerns the treatment plant situated in Valdemingomez and involves expanding and automating the existing fermentation area and making some improvements to the compost refining system. These improvements will require the adaptation and extension of existing facilities and the installation of new equipment. 3. The automatic loading and unloading control system for Madrid's integral treatment plant for solid urban waste. The main job of the planned system is to calculate and store information on the loads delivered by the trucks which feed the plant. It consists of entry and exit equipment, a central control unit and devices for identifying the trucks. 4. Activated charcoal treatment of flue gas at Madrid's energy recovery plant. Inclusion in the Valdemingomez incinerator's gas treatment unit of a system for treating flue gas with activated charcoal in dust. The first step is to solve the problem of storing and mixing the two products to be injected: activated charcoal and hydrated lime dust. The second step is to inject a controlled and constant amount of the mixture into the flue. 5. Vegetable waste treatment plant at Viveros de Migas Calientes. Construction of a vegetable waste treatment plant occupying a surfaced area of 15 314 m2 including: reception and storage area, treatment area, final production and mixing area. 9 000 t/year of vegetable waste will be treated. 6. Objectives To adapt the recycling plant to new process for selective collection at source and an increase in production. To improve and optimize turning and fermentation in the composting process and the physical and biological quality of the compost. Computerized data acquisition and management of access by. trucks and the loads brought to the integral waste treatment plant. To restore the tipping area. To recover vegetable waste and use it in the production of compost. 7. Work schedule Aîl Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 7. 4. 1995 31. 12. 1996 y\ 2^ 8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis The economic analysis of each of the projects was based on a 15 year period. The internal rate of return varies between 8% and 13% The costs include the investment and running and maintenance costs. The quantified benefits are: reduction in nuisance to those living in the area, savings in waste management, sale of byproducts (compost) and environmental advantages (reduction in bad odours, transport costs). 9. Assessment of environmental impact The purpose of the projects is to eliminate most of the air, soil and water pollution generated by the treatment of waste, by reducing: - the impact of fermentation odours on the environment, - the level of emissions of mercury dioxins in flue gases. - the disposal of vegetable wastes into the environment. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 11227 167 Eligible costs: 11 227 167 Rate of assistance: 80% Cohesion Fund assistance: 8 981 733 Breakdown of the aid 1. Adjustment of the recycling and composting unit 2 472 073 2. Improvement of composting unit 4 573 980 3. Automatic loading and unloading access control system 174 167 4. Activated charcoal treatment of flue gas 5. Vegetable waste treatment plant TOTAL 355 280 1 406 233 8 981 733 IST" Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 11. 61. 021E 1. Name of project: Urban environment, Madrid. 1995. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Madrid 3. 2. Address: Barcelô 6 - 28004 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Madrid 5. Description This Decision concerns two projects: 1. Construction of a centre for acoustic research in Madrid. The centre will consist of a central building, a vehicle testing track and a platform for measuring the noise emitted by machinery in general. The building will have measurement laboratories for vehicles and machinery, a laboratory for maintaining and calibrating instruments, an anechoic chamber and a computerized library to centralize information. The entire construction has been designed with soundproofed partitions, in accordance with all the existing guidelines on the subject. 2. Restoration of run-down areas and improvement of the environment in the Casa de Campo park. The following measures will be carried out: prevention of pollution in the park. To this end the springs and fountains will be decontaminated and watercourses will be cleaned; AU teafforestation of areas of the park suffering from compaction and erosion. Specific measures will include the creation of drainage channels and replanting of shrubs and herbaceous plants in the affected areas; improvements to plants, particularly shrubs and herbaceous plants; installation of feeders, nesting boxes and platforms; planting of wild fruit trees and creation of small ponds; regeneration of the fauna by introducing cyprinids (carp, etc. ), lagomorphs (rabbits and hares), sciuridae (squirrels) and anatidae (ducks, geese, swans, etc. ); restoration of historical and environmental heritage and services; creation of nature trails and panoramic observation points. 6. Objectives The two projects have different objectives: 1. For the centre for acoustic research: to control the noise levels of cars, alarms, sirens, construction and public works equipment in order to reduce noise levels in the city; to study the geometry of noise barriers; to study and improve acoustic conditions of public transport with a view to reducing noise levels. 2. Restoration of run-down areas and improvement of the environment in the Casa de Campo park in Madrid: to improve the physico-chemical and biological quality of the fountains, streams and water in circulation; to reduce the risk of soil erosion; to restore the area's indigenous vegetation and preserve plant formations of the greatest ecological value; optimize the park's educational value; to decontaminate an area of 13 400 m2; to reafforest an area of 2 147 512 m2. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1. 10. 1995 31. 12. 1996 A*h 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The purpose of the cost-benefit analysis for these projects is to determine their economic profitability from the social viewpoint. Their useful life was estimated at 25 years. The costs include the investment. Maintenance costs are estimated at 5 % of the investment. The benefits of the centre for acoustic studies are: protection of the population from noise pollution. Inspection capacity will be increased emission (environmental benefit). around 500%. in noise Reduction by The social benefits of restoring the Casa de Campo park were evaluated on the basis of the cost of the trip, i. e. the time and money spent on visiting a place is considered as a reflection of the value given it by an individual. The sum of the figures collected from all the visitors represents the social value of the place. The internal rates of return of the two projects are estimated at 11. 5 and 16. 2% respectively. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The projects covered by this Decision will have a positive impact on the environment since their purpose is: to preserve, protect and improve the quality of the urban environment, to protect public health, to promote prudent and rational use of natural resources. The projects will not affect any environmentally sensitive areas. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible costs (after ): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of the aid: Centre for acoustic research: Restoration of the Casa de Campo park Total Aw 4 130 652 4 130 652 80 % 3 304 522 811 715 2 492 807 3 304 522 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under "'Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 61. 022D 1. Title Municipal waste in Barcelona. 1995. 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Barcelona 3. 2. Address: Plaza de San Miquel, s/n - 3* planta - 08002 Barcelona 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Catalonia 5. Description A series of seven projects: 1. Technical management system for selective collection at source. The project involves the installation of 1 500 containers for paper, glass and packaging, the installation of equipment for the automatic weighing of containers on the lorries used for collection, the purchase of mobile equipment (four lorries for packaging and four lorries for paper), fixed and control equipment, software and hardware (four units). Scrubbing the gases and filtering the fumes from the Besôs incinerator plant, 2. ^83 ^ Gas emissions from the plant will be reduced using single-stage wet scrubbing and reheating. New installations will be built. , new electro mechanical equipment installed and existing equipment modified. 3. Collection, sorting and redespatch centres for municipal waste not collected from households. Construction of eight installations: four type-B installations, each covering an area of 2 400 m2 and with a processing capacity of 6 300 tonnes per year, and four type-A installations, each covering an area of 4 500 m2 and with a capacity of 12 600 tonnes per year. Ancillary work necessary for their operation. 4. Modifying and bringing into operation a municipal solid waste recycling and recovery plant. This involves transforming the facilities by installing a new composting plant, adapting the two sorting lines at the plant for sorting thej>ackaging collected, installing a compacting and baling line for bulky waste, a new plant for domestic waste incompatible with solid municipal waste and a plant for washing plastic and purchasing two vehicles for the collection and compacting of packaging. 5. Corrective measures at the Montcada incinerator plant. The project involves additions to the existing installations: (a) two auxiliary burners, one in each furnace, with a nominal maximum power of 2 500 000 kcal/h each, and the relevant cooling fans, monitoring and control equipment and the necessary ancillary equipment, (b) installation of a semi-wet gas scrubbing system consisting of a reaction tower, pulverizing ramps, cooling-water system and control equipment and (c) gas analysis equipment. 6. Solid municipal waste sorting, recovery and transfer centres. The construction, equipping and operation of 12 centres. Seven type-B centres, covering 2 275 m2, will be constructed in Barcelona, Cerdanyola, S. Feliu de Llobregat, Montcada, Sr. Just D, St Vicens dels H. and St Andreu de la B. The other five will be type-C centres (4 500 m2), three of which will be sited in Barcelona, one in Badalona and one in Gava. 7. Selective collection of packaging by means of containers located in public places. v • This involves placing an estimated 2 800 "igloo" containers for domestic packaging at various points in the metropolitan area of Barcelona and tîo purchasing four 20 m3 capacity lorries for emptying the containers and transporting the waste to the sorting plant. -' 6. Aims These vary according to the project: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. The collection of 24 000 tonnes of waste per year. Adapting the plant to reduce emissions of pollutants into the atmosphere in accordance with Community rules. The collection and sorting of 75 600 tonnes of waste per year. Transformation of the plant to treat 80 000 tonnes of waste per year. Reducing gas emissions and thus pollution in the area. The treatment of 70 000 tonnes of waste per year. The collection of 35 000 tonnes of packaging waste per year. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 7. 4. 1995 Completion 30. 12. 1998 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The economic analysis of the projects is based on an assumed life of 20 years, with the exception of selective collections at source, where the basis is 15 years. The internal rate of return varies between 8. 9% and 28%. The costs include the investments planned for the achievement of the aims and the running and maintenance costs. The advantages are the reduction of pollution, the recovery of materials, recycling (sales of materials), savings in energy and materials, improvements to the quality of life, reclamation of areas used for uncontrolled tipping and the creation of jobs. 9. Environmental impact assessment (a) The projects involve preventive measures to prevent waste affecting the environment. They will help to improve the management and recycling of solid waste so as to protect the environment. They will also cut back gas emissions to reduce atmospheric pollution in the area. A SA (b) - The projects "Scrubbing the gases and filtering the fumes from the Besds incinerator plant" and "Corrective measures at the Montcada incinerator plant" will comply with Directives 80/779/EEC, 84/360/EEC, 85/203/EEC, 88/609/EEC and 89/429/EEC. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 161. 225) Total cost: Costs prior to date of eligibility Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of the aid 24 202 200 155 063 24 047 137 80% 19 237 708 AID 1. Technical management system for selective collection 347 340 at source 2. Scrubbing the gases and filtering the fumes from the 8 221 554 Besôs incinerator plant 3. Collection, sorting and redespatch centres for municipal waste not collected from households 1 488 603 4. Modifying and bringing into operation a municipal 1 985 300 solid waste recycling and recovery plant 5. Corrective measures at the Montcada incinerator plant 2 624 900 6. Solid municipal waste sorting, recovery and transfer 3 108 203 centres 7. Selective collection of packaging by means of 1 461 808 containers located in public places TOTAL. 19 237 708 15a Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No95. 11. 61. 022E Urban renovation of Ciutat Vella, 1995-98. Case Antic. Barcelona 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Barcelona 3. 2. Address: Plaça de Sant Miquel, s/n 3a planta - 08002 Barcelona 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Catalonia 5. Description Renovation of the Case Antic is part of the project to revitalize the historical centre of Barcelona. The purpose of the project is to renovate the urban fabric and ensure that residents are rehoused in either newly-built or renovated accommodation. The project consists of four complementary measures: expropriation, vacation and demolition of entire blocks (1 078 dwellings and 218 commercial premises), i. e. 124 buildings covering 75 290 m2;. integrated urbanization with renovation of infrastructures: transition from town gas to natural gas; change-over to a 220 V electricity network; link-up to the urban water-supply network; new system of pipelines connected to waste-water treatment plants. Surfacing and lighting of green areas and new streets (28 476 m2). 6. Objectives The project has the following objectives: to brighten up the urban fabric by restructuring the urban area and creating a mosaic of green spaces; An to improve mobility in the area by introducing more pedestrian areas and cycle tracks; to remoye physical and visual barriers by introducing a system of green spaces and pedestrian precincts at the heart of the district; to reduce urban congestion by reducing the density of the population and the number of parking places on the streets; to fully renovate all the pavements and street surfaces, the sewage network and infrastructures. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Purchase of land and main work 7. 4. 1995 - Completion 31. 12. 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The economic analysis was based on a five-year period. The internal rate of return is 13. 1%. The costs include investments in land management and urbanization. The environmental benefits were calculated using a method similar to the hedonic price method. The benefits of the measure were calculated by comparing the prices of similar residences in Case Antic and in outlying suburbs. The difference in prices shows the price component attributed to environmental value. The difference in value is multiplied by the number of dwellings in the area affected by the operation. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will improve the quality of the environment in an urban area. Opening up a large recreational area for the exclusive use of pedestrians and cyclists, will put a stop to vehicle emissions and bring about a reduction in noise levels as well as a reduction in congestion caused by traffic. In addition, the creation of squares and gardens, the planting of trees and the placing of street furniture will improve the urban landscape. 4hf 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) (ECU 1 = Ptas 161. 225) Total-cost: 12 746 780 Eligible costs (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: 80% 12 746 780 Cohesion Fund assistance: 10 197 422 ASÇ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under -=: Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 61. Ô23A 1. Title: Disposal of waste water in the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona (1995). Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. 3. 2. Name: Address: Area Metropolitana de Barcelona Carrer 62 n° 16-18 Edificio A. Zona franca 08040 Barcelona 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Catalonia ^ Description No 1 Improving the sewer system in calle del Rossello between the plaza de Salvador Allende and calle de Pablo Picasso. Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat The construction and other work to be undertaken on the sewage system involves laying 168 m of 800 mm external diameter PVC pipe and five type A manholes. No 2 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle del Rossello between calle Joaquin Auger and the plaza Salvador Allende. Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat A\<o The work will basically involve laying a 51 m stretch of 80 cm diameter P VC sewer, supplying and laying 292 m of 300 mm diameter pipe and installing 21 syphon scuppers (30 cm x 70 cm) and six type A manholes. No 3 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle Joan Marti between calle Antoni Gaudi and calle Eusebi Gùell. Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat The construction and other work will involve supplying and laying 30 m of 60 cm diameter concrete pipe, laying 12 m of 800 mm diameter PVC pipe and installing five type A manholes and 12 syphon scuppers (30 cm x 70 cm). No 4 Collector sewer in calle Maria Girona between the plaza del Ayuntamiento and the river Llobregat. Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat This project falls into two quite distinct parts: 1. 2. Laying pipes which will replace the existing collector sewer, which is in very poor condition, and will form part of the municipal sewer system. Laying a new collector sewer to take waste water from a sector of the city without such installations and carry it to the relevant interceptor sewer. A total of 200 m of 60 cm diameter PVC pipe will be laid. No 5 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the streets around the plaza de Cataluna. - Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat The purpose of this project is to connect, in a simple and effective manner, outlets of rainwater and sewage to the municipal sewage system from which they will be carried to the Viladecans waste-water treatment plant. The work will be carried out in the streets around the plaza de Cataluna. A single collector sewer is to be built to take both rainwater and sewage from sewers in. the area covered by the project. A total of 1 748 m of 300 mm, 600 mm, 800 mm and 1 000 mm diameter pipe will be laid with 1 <:. ianholes (6 type A and 15 type B). No 6 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the Ronda de Sant Ramon between calle Eusebi Guell and calle de Girona. Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat *?r This will involve constructing and laying 925 m of 30 cm, 40 cm and 60 cm diameter concrete pipe and installing eight type A manholes, 33 type A syphon scuppers and eight type B scuppers. No 7 Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle de Nord. Municipality: Sant Boi de Llobregat A single collector sewer is to be built for both rainwater and sewage from sewers in the area covered by the project. A total of 320 m of 600 mm diameter sewers will be laid and 194 m of 300 mm diameter concrete pipe. In addition, 30 syphon scuppers (70 cm x 30 cm), seven type A manholes and two type B manholes will be installed. No 8 Disposal system and improvements in calle Canarias. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet The main sewer will be a 147 m long 80 cm diameter concrete pipe. Connections to private drains and scuppers will be by means of a total of 80 m of 30 cm diameter concrete pipe. The manholes will be 80 cm x 80 cm. Four 70 cm x 30 cm scuppers will be installed for the collection of rainwater. No 9 Disposal system and improvements in Avda. Primavera. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet The state of the main sewer will be checked and six 80 cm x 80 cm manholes and five solid-brick syphon scuppers will be installed. A total of 119 m of vibrated and pressed 30 cm diameter concrete pipe will be laid to provide connections to the main system. No 10 Disposal system and improvements in calle Galceran Marquet and calle Letamendi. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet The existing sewer will be extended with 63 m of 60 cm diameter concrete pipe. Connections to be system will be provided by means of 14 pipes 30 cm in diameter of a total length of 63 m. No 11 Disposal system and improvements in calle Dante and calle Ausias March. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet A3S The-existing sewer in calle Roger de Flor will be extended into calle Dante. It will involve laying 60 m of 60 cm internal diameter concrete pipe. A new 50 cm diariïétër PVC sewer of a total length of 105 m will be laid in calle Ausias March. Connections to private drains and the nine new 70 cm x 30 cm scuppers will be by means of 30 cm diameter pipes. A total of 69 m of this pipe will be laid. No 12 Disposal system and improvements in "Barrios-95 "(calle Mila and calle Fontanals). Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet This project forms part of a series of measures entitled "Barrios-95 improvements" to be carried out in various streets of the municipality to provide basic waste-water disposal facilities. The system of scuppers needs improvement and piping is therefore required to connect to the main sewer system. A six metre length of 30 cm diameter concrete collector sewer with four syphon scuppers will be laid to connect to the main system. In total, 102 m of new pipe will be laid. No 13 Disposal system and improvements in calle Alella, calle San José and calle San Silvestre. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet The project involves improvements to the system of scuppers and the laying of 8 m of 30 cm diameter prefabricated concrete piping to provide connection to the main sewer system. A total of 269 m of 30 cm x 20 cm pipe will also be laid. Two solid-brick scuppers to collect rainwater and a number of syphon interceptors will be installed. No 14 Disposal system and improvements in calle Beethoven and calle Camprodon. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet Work to widen the road will necessitate adjustments to and the extension of the system of scuppers (installation of ten 70 cm x 30 cm scuppers) and the connections to the main sewer system (laying of 31 m of 30 cm diameter pipe). In addition, 34. 4 m of 800 mm diameter corrugated PVC pipe will be laid. No 15 Disposal system and improvements in calle Aguileras. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet £11 Work-to widen the road will necessitate adjustments to the system of scuppers (installation of seven 70 cm x 30 cm scuppers) and the connections to the main sewêr system (laying of 28 m of 30 cm diameter pipe). No 16 Improvements to the urban environment and disposal systems in various areas in 1995. Municipality: Santa Coloma de Gramanet The work involves increasing the diameter of the collector sewers under two important urban thoroughfares, Av. Anselmo de Rius and Avda. Cataluna up to 150 cm and 110 cm diameter respectively. A total of 1 006 m of new pipe will be laid, 550 m at 150 cm and 456 m at 110 cm diameter. No 17 Canalization of the "Torrente del Fondo" stream. Municipality: Viladecans The project is to canalize a 650 m stretch of the "Torrente del Fondo? stream. The work consists of the construction of a corrugated steel vault leading into a reinforced-concrete channel which will carry the water to the existing river bed. The construction will not form part of the area's sewer system, from which it will only receive the overflow in peak periods. A 600 mm diameter collector sewer of about 500 m long will be laid to solve the problem of rainwater disposal in the most historic areas of the municipality. No 18 Canalization of the "Torrente de la Font" stream in Badalona Municipality: Badalona The project is for the canalization of the open stretch of the "Torrente de la Font" stream, the underground section having already been canalized. This involved changing the course of the municipal sewer which currently runs along the bed of the stream. The channel will be 1 048 m long, 6 m wide and 1. 5 m deep. In addition, 40 manholes will be installed. No 19 Collector sewer in the C-245 between Av. Bertrân y Giiell and the Riera Parets in the municipality of Gava. Municipality: Gava The 1. 25 m diameter collector sewer will be of PVC. A total of 670 m of pipe will be laid, involving the removal and return of a considerable amount of earth and the removal, replacement and extension of asphalted surfaces. A total of eight manholes will also be installed. No 20 Outfall from the northern interceptor sewer in the municipality of Castelldefels. Municipality: Castelldefels Laying out and constructing an outfall from the interceptor sewer in the north of the municipality of Castelldefels. From the collector sewer, a section of pipe, which will serve as the by-pass for the future pumping station, will be laid, plus five sections of pipe (sections I to V) from the station to the sea. Section I will be a 16 m section of pipe between the pumping station and the main road. Section II will pass under the main road and will be constructed using ten 3 m long caissons prefabricated on site. Section III will be 464 m long. Section IV, 117 m long, will run to the shore at Castelldefels. Finally, section V the final section of the collector, will be 30 m long. No 21 Canalization of the "Torrent de Vallmajor y Velazquez" in Badalona. Municipality: Badalona Diversion of the waters of the "Torrent de Vallmajor" to calle Velazquez by means of a 1. 5 m square section 400 m long collector sewer which will cope with the water from both catchment areas. The collector sewer in calle Velazquez will be replaced by a 300 m long 100 cm diameter pipe. A 250 m section of the collector sewer along the N-II will be replaced by a 120 cm diameter pipe. No 22 Work on local collector sewers. Municipality: L'Hospitalet de Llobregat Alterations and improvements to a series of local collector sewers throughout the city. The collectors requiring the most urgent work are located as follows: Riera del Frares, Riera de la Creu, calle Marti Codolar, calle Barcelona, calle Casanovas, calle Castelao, calle Modern, calle Natzaret, calle Renclusa, Av. Masnou, calle Pukos, calle Vallparda, calle Sant Josep and calle Famés. The work will involve removing about 36 700 m3 of earth, laying 5 790 m of pipe of various diameters and installing 204 scuppers (70 cm x 30 cm), a 2 m square reinforced concrete double collector and 108 manholes of 80 cm diameter or larger. )0 I No 23 Improvements to the waste-water disposal systems and repairs to the road surfaces in Pasaje del Mercat, calle Barcelona, Av. Pompeu ~ Fabra, calle Tossa, calle Lloret, calle Tarragona and calle Empûries. Municipality: El Prat de Llobregat Improvement to rainwater drainage in four areas of the municipality: Pasaje del Mercat, calle Barcelona, Av. Pompeu Fabra, calle Tossa, calle Lloret, calle Tarragona and calle Empuries. The existing collector sewer in Pasaje del Mercat will be replaced given the practical impossibility of laying a second parallel pipe. A new 630 mm diameter central collector sewer will be laid in calle Barcelona. In Av. Pompeu Fabra, the existing collector sewer under the pavement will be replaced by anew pipe under the centre of the road. 6. Aims - Improvements to the urban waste-water disposal systems to prevent'flooding. - The installation of 17 829. 4 m of pipe. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 7. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1996 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The economic analysis of the projects is generally based on a life of twenty years. The internal rate of return generally varies between 8. 0% and 14. 4% and, in certain cases, is as high as 27. 4%. The costs include the planned investments. The advantages were assessed by considering the aims from the widest possible point of view, selecting those which could be quantified, in accordance with the precision with which the projects are defined. In each case, an assessment of quantifiable intangible advantages and a qualitative description of unquantifiable advantages was made. 9. Environmental impact assessment The work on waste-water disposal systems will aid compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC concerning urban waste-water treatment by improving the 'ZoZ disposal infrastructures of a number of municipalities and thus helping to achieve the objective of the Directive: protecting the environment from the harmful effects of waste-water discharges. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 161. 225) Total cost: Costs incurred before eligibility date: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 15 828 699 14 886 15 813 813 80% 12 651 050 Breakdown of the aid PROJECTS N 'l - Improving the sewer system in calle del Rossello" between the plaza de Salvador Allende and calle de Pablo Picasso. N°2 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle del Rossello between calle Joaquin Auger and the plaza Salvador Allende. N'3 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle Joan Marti between calle Antonio Gaudi and calle Eusebi Giiell. N84 - Collector sewer in calle Maria Girona between the plaza del Ayuntamiento and the river Llobregat. N*5 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the streets around the plaza de Cataluna TOTAL - AID , 27 812 24 314 18 359 466 096 168 659 N°6 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing the Ronda de Sant 73 388 Ramon between calle Eusebi Giiell and calle de Girona. N"7 - Improving the sewer system and resurfacing calle de Nord. N°8 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Canarias. N°9 - Disposal system and improvements in Avda Primavera. N*10 - Disposal system arid improvements in calle Galceran Marquet and calle Letamendi. N ' ll - Disposal system and improvements in calle Dante and calle Ausias Ma/ch. 58 398 48 514 139 869 85 218 87 307 02> N#12 - Disposal system and improvements in "Barrios-95" (calle Mila and-^alle Fontanals). N'13 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Alella, calle San José and calle San Silvestre. 54 101 92 829 N"14 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Beethoven and 66 243 calle Camprodon. N* 15 - Disposal system and improvements in calle Aguileras. 32 590 N* 16 - Improvements to the urban environment and disposal systems 500 543 in various areas in 1995. N'17 - Canalization of the "Torrente del Fondo" stream. N* 18 - Canalization of the "Torrente de la Font" stream in Badalona. N'19 - Collector sewer in C-245 between Av. Bertrân y Giiell and the Riera Parets in the municipality of Gava. N"20 - Outfall from the northern interceptor sewer in the municipality of Castelldefels. 331 214 1 960 589 318 879 * 2 159 139 N"21 - Canalization of the "Torrent de Vallmajor y Velazquez" in 2 046 169 Badalona. N'22 - Work on local collector sewers. N'23 - Improvements to the waste-water disposal systems and repairs to the road surfaces in Pasaje del Mercat, calle Barcelona, Av. Pompeu Fabra, calle Tossa, calle Lloret, calle Tarragona and calle Empuries. TOTAL 3 438 673 452 147 12 651 050 AoV Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under -• Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 61. 023E 1. Title: Urban environment in the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona. 1995. 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Area Metropolitana de Barcelona 3. 2. Address: Carrer 62 n° 16-18 Edificio A. Zona franca 08040 Barcelona 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Catalonia 5. Description A series of four projects as described below. 1. Turd Caritg Park (Phases II and III) Municipality: Badalona Laying out a city park in a run-down area. The project is being implemented in three phases. Work has already been carried out in the first area and no funding is being applied for. The-second phase will involve work in the highest of the areas, a piece of woodland at the junction of Avenida Caritg and Calle Pere Martell. The work will "involve the reafforestation and environmental rehabilitation of a very degraded piece of public land. It is planned to reafforest 9. 5 ha with 6 000 trees. The third area, lying on a hill to the north-east, is more urbanized and consists of a series of terraces. 2. Rehabilitation of the bed and banks of the "Riera Major" Municipality: Cerdanyola del Vallès The work involves moving earth, planting, a small amount of canalization and work to lay out a city park (gardening, pathways, lighting, seating). Around 20 ha will be reafforested with a range of trees and shrubs. Access will be made difficult to an area extending to about 30 m from the banks to protect the biological processes of the riverside and aquatic species to be planted there. 3. Reclamation and restoration of the stretch of the River Llobregat running through the municipality of Cornelia de Llobregat. Municipality: Cornelia de Llobregat The work will be carried out along a two kilometre stretch of the river over an area of approximately 16 ha. The work will have two objectives: (a) (b) To improve the use made of environmental resources and stop the degradation of nature and the landscape. To improve access to the site and its integration in the surrounding urban environment so that the recreational areas thus reclaimed will complement those already existing throughout the city. 4. Layout and integration of an area lying between the upper and lower parts of Cornelia de Llobregat. Municipality: Cornelia de Llobregat The work will be carried out over a total area of 117 799 m2, although it is estimated that the work will have an impact on more than 34 ha. The aim of the project is the conversion of a very run-down area of the city of Cornelia de Llobregat into a large green area, including a zone of public facilities, in accordance with a special land-use plan, to permit the linking of two very important ares of the city which are currently cut off from each other. 2DC The. area has been divided into four zones according to the improvements to be carried out: Zone 1 (40 788 m2): consolidation, improvement and extension of the built-up area around Torre de la Miranda. Zone 2 (4 224 m2): passage under the railway line and new direct access to the station and Can Mercader Park from San Ildefonso. Zone 3 (38 787 m2): new lay-out of the area between the extension of Avenida Salvador Allende and the second ring-road and the football stadium. Zone 4 (34 000 m2): the work to be carried out in this area concerns the long stretches between the railway line and the rear of Can Mercader Park. Aims To reclaim natural areas, improving the environment, eliminating existing risks, impact of certain infrastructures. removing eyesores and reducing the Reclamation of a total of 549 699 m2. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 15. 1. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1999 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages In order to calculate the costs and advantages, an analysis was made of the objectives of each project. Cost were calculated on the basis of the information contained in the project descriptions, plus maintenance and running costs where appropriate. The advantages were assessed by considering the aims from the widest possible point of view, selecting those which could be quantified, in accordance with the precision with which the projects are defined. In each case, an assessment of quantifiable intangible advantages was made and a qualitative description of unquantifiable advantages given. &*>} The period of return varies from project to project. Theihtemal rate of return varies from 9. 7% up to, in one case, more than 50%. 9. Environmental impact assessment (a) (b) The reclamation of natural areas will have a positive environmental impact. The group of projects ties in perfectly well with the objective of improving the urban environment set out in the Green Paper on the Urban Environment, its ultimate objective being to create attractive surroundings for the inhabitants of towns and cities and to reduce the contribution made by towns and cities to overall pollution. The projects for the rehabilitation, reclamation and restoration of the stretch of the River Llobregat in the municipality of Cornelia de Llobregat and the rehabilitation of the bed and banks of the "Riera Mayor" will proceed on the basis of an undertaking by the competent authorities to consider the rehabilitated areas as public areas which cannot be built « upon. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (from 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 13 896 365 13 896 365 80% 11117 091 Breakdown of the aid AID £o& 1) Turô Caritg Park (Phases II and III) 2) Rehabilitation of the bed and banks of the "Riera Major" 3) Reclamation and restoration of the stretch of the River Llobregat running through the municipality of Cornelia de Llobregat. 4) Layout and integration of an area lying between the upper and lower parts of Cornelia de Llobregat. 4 581 975 2 612 075 492 844 3 430 197 TOTAL 11 Ï17 091 $o5 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/025-2 1. Title: Management of solid municipal waste. 1995. Waste recycling in Bilbao. 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ayuntamiento de Bilbao 3. 2. Address: Plaza Ernesto Erkoreka, s/n Bilbao. 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: The Basque Country 5. Description The Artigas rubbish tip in Bilbao serves 700 000 inhabitants. The principal aim of this waste-recycling plan is the recovery of materials delivered to the tip for subsequent reuse. More specifically, the plan is for the recycling of plastic, ferrous metals, paper and cardboard. This will be carried out on the premises of the current treatment plant at the Artigas tip. The new recovery plant will be built beside the current plant, fed from a by-pass leading from the conveyor which now carries waste to the tip. After the waste has been diverted, ferrous metals will be recovered using an electro-magnet. The waste will then be separated in a trommel and other materials recovered by sorting on conveyor belts. Finally, the recovered materials will be carried by conveyor belts to a hopper feeding a self-tying baling press. The material will then be ready for dispatch. The remaining waste will return to the conveyor belt for tipping. 6. Aims To permit the recovery of 210 000 tonnes per year of plastic, ferrous metals, paper and cardboard for subsequent reuse. To permit the reuse of materials not sorted at the point of collection and to extend the life of the tip. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 10. 1995 1 ] Completion 31. 5. 1996 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The purpose of the cost-benefit analysis of the project is to determine its economic profitability bearing in mind its social advantages. The plant is assumed to have a life of 15 years. The costs include investments in various areas (construction work, equipment, engineering work, etc. ). The advantages are a reduction in pollution resulting from effective treatment of waste, reclamation of land for other uses, reduction of the cost of waste management by the introduction of recycling and savings in raw materials and energy. The economic rate of return will be 16. 92%. To the above advantages must be added other unquantifiable social benefits. 9. Environmental impact assessment (a) The project will have a positive effect on the environment. The measures will correct environmental problems and improve the environment by eliminating waste, protect water and soil by reducing the risks of pollution and promote the rational use of the natural resources recovered by selective collections and recycling. The project will have no impact on any environmentally sensitive area and contains measures to correct any environmental damage caused by the work for its implementation. (b) The competent authorities will have to send toxic and dangerous waste without delay to a suitable plant for treatment. 2ÀA 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 323) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 7. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 169 888 1 169 888 80% 935 910 %A*L> Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/027 1. Title: Drinking-water supply works 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Obras Hidraûlicas (MOPTMA) 3. 2. Address: P8 de la Castellana, 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Andalusia, Aragon, Castile-La Mancha and Murcia 5. Description A set of 13 projects to supply water to various communities affected by serious and permanent drought in the provinces of Guadalajai a, Huelva, Murcia, M'. J , Cuenca and Teruel. The mairi details of each project are described below 1. Supply to Pezuela de Santorcaz el Pozo de Guadala, *\. ad Pioz. It is planned to build a branch conduit to alleviate the pies ; need of Pezuela s Jation of 6 496 m de las Torres for drinking water. The work involves the of pipeline to increase the supply by 7 1/s. Vents and drai. : will also be fitted, together with their corresponding valves. The water will bt channelled into the urban reservoir of the community concerned. 2. Supply to Zalamea la Real and Riotinto. Connection of the Chanza-Piedras system, which supplies the southern part of Huelva province, to the system supplying the mining district of Huelva, in order to remedy the water shortage caused by the drought. The project consists of laying pipelines and installing the necessary pumping stations between Valverde del Camino and the Riotinto drinking-water treatment plant. 300 mm diameter pipeline: vents valves 8 000 m 13 units 7 units 3. Supply to the Huelva mining basin pumping station Expansion of the pumping capacity of the conduit from the Chanza-Piedras system. The existing pumps in the Trigueros and Beas lifting stations will be replaced. A new pumping station will be built in Valverde del Camino to pump water to Zalamea. la Real and Riotinto. Trigueros pumping station: Beas pumping station: Valverde del Camino pumping station: Pumps: Flow: Hm: Pumps: Flow: Hm: 3 153 m3/h 120 m 3 153 m3/h 140 m Pumps: 3 100 m3/h 189 m Flow: Hm: 4. Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, Canteras reservoir Construction of a 10 000 m3 circular reservoir in reinforced concrete. Installation of 746. 56 m of asbestos cement pipeline with a diameter of 400 mm, buried in a trench, between the Cartagena canal and the above- mentioned reservoir. 5. Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, La Aljorra pumping facilities Pumping station to transport water from the new Cartagena canal, with three motor pumps (2-1), each with a flowrate of 315 1/s at 65 m and a 220 hp motor. 3. 8 km of pressure pipeline 700 mm in diameter, all in asbestos cement except for 200 m in ductile iron. - -10 000 m3 rectangular equalizing reservoir in reinforced concrete. The reservoir will act as the end of the circuit. 6. Supply to Campo Cartagena F2, conduits and branches Installation of the following pipelines (buried in trenches): 7. 95 km and 500 mm in diameter, from the Canteras reservoir to La Gufa. This is the general conduit. 2. 14 km, 300 mm in diameter and 5. 77 km, 250 mm in diameter, from the end of the general conduit to connect to the existing branch supplying La Palma and La Aparecida. This is branch 1. 3. 4 km, 450 mm in diameter; 4. 1km, 300 mm in diameter; 5. 33 km, 250 mm in diameter; 5. 12 km, 200 mm in diameter, from the end of the general conduit to connect to the La Aljorra pressure pipe and ending at the supply conduit for La Palma, closing the circuit with branch 1. This is branch 2. 0. 5 km, 100 mm in diameter, from the general conduit to La Gufa. This is branch 3. 1. 25 km, 250 mm in diameter, from branch 2 to Pozo Estrechô. This is branch 4. All the pipelines are of asbestos cement, except for 1. 15 km of ductile iron and the pipes in shafts (some 0. 25 km), made in plate. 7. Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, conduit for southern zone of Mar Menor, Cabezo Beaza Beal section. Pumping station to transport water from the Cabezo Beaza reservoir, with three motor pumps (2 + 1), each with a flowrate of 200 1/s at a manometric head of 24 m and a 100 hp motor. 13. 3 km of asbestos cement conduit 600 mm in diameter, to the El Beal reservoir. 8. Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, expansion of the La Gufa syphon and initial construction works. Installation, buried in a trench, of 8. 99 km of reinforced concrete pipeline with a plate core, 1 000 mm in diameter, between the new Cartagena canal and the El Cabezo Beaza reservoir. 9. Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, Connection between Cabezo Beaza and the Alumbres reservoir. Pumping station to take water from the Ei Cabezo Beaza reservoir, with three motor pumps (2 -f- 1), each with a flowrate of 450 m3/h at 16 m and a 50 hp motor. 3À* - -5-8 km of pressure pipe, 600 mm in diameter, almost entirely in asbestos cement, leading to the Alumbres reservoir of the Mancomunidad de los Tonales del Taibilla. 10. Supply to communities in the province of Malaga This project involves the following work: Alozaina: installation of a bore hole and conduit to supply Jorox; Almachar and El Borge: deepening and adjustment of the intake well in the Benamargosa river; Casabermeja: catchment and conveyance of water from the Puerto de las Pedrizas area; Colmenar: catchment and conveyance of water from El Hundidero; Jimena de Librar: Improvement of supply and protection wall on the Guadiaro river; Malaga: vaulting of stream in the Calle Conde de Lemos. 11. Filtering at the Vinuela reservoir for the eastern Costa del Sol Treatment of raw water at a rate of 1 200 1/s from the Vinuela dam by installing seven sand pressure filters and adding reagents, for the supply of the eastern Costa del Sol. 12. Catchment and conduits for the supply of drinking water to Minglanilla. Measures to supply water to the community of Minglanilla: workover of a well 400 mm in diameter and 300 m deep. Installation of an 86 hp pump powered by a 150 kVA power unit, laying of a medium voltage line over 100 m and a low voltage line over 96 m; installation of a 160 kVA transformer; laying of a pipeline 200 mm in diameter. 13. Catchment and additional conduits for the supply to Teruel. This involves: catchment of water, conduits to provide additional supply to the town of Teruel. Materials required: 4 068 m of pressure pipeline for water, 691 m of drilling for wells and reconnaissance wells, two transforming centres, six centrifugal pumps for transporting water. 6. Aims All of the measures in this set of projects are included in the preliminary drafts of the Water Plan for Cuenca and the National Water Plan, thereby ensuring consistency with the national water strategy. The. raain objectives of this set of projects are: - to supply drinking water to 340 100 people suffering the effects of drought, to build an infrastructure consisting of 93 868 m of conduits and various pumping stations and other ancillary facilities necessary for the supply of water and the sustainable development of the area, to improve the urban water supply, to improve water quality, to improve the health conditions and quality of life of the population concerned, to increase the availability of water through rational and coordinated use, to improve the management and use of water. The specific objectives of the set of projects are as follows: POPULATION MVDAY SUPPLIED Supply to Pezuela de Santorcaz el Pozo de Guadalajara and Pioz, Guadalajara 1 500 605 Supply to Zalamea la Real and Riotinto, Huelva 23 000 22 000 9 744 170 000 250 128 Supply to the Huelva mining basin pumping station, Huelva Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, Canteras reservoir, Cartagena Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, La Aljorra pumping facilities, Cartagena Supply to Campo Cartagena F2, conduits and branches, Cartagena Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, conduit for southern zone of Mar Menor, Cartagena Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, expansion of the La Gufa syphon and initial construction works, Cartagena Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, connection between Cabezo Beaza and the Alumbres reservoir, Cartagena Supply to communities in the province of Malaga, Malaga v*- Filtering at the Vinuela reservoir for the eastern Costa deLSol, Malaga 70 000 103 680 Catchment and conduits for the supply of drinking water to Minglanilla, Cuenca 3 000 Catchment and additional conduits for the supply to Teruel, Teruel 35 000 12 960 TOTAL 324 500 377 117 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1995 * 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages It is not always possible to obtain directly the data needed to carry out a cost- benefit analysis on a set of projects like these. Some of the data have therefore had to be determined indirectly on the basis of certain criteria or initial premises. In identifying the costs, account was taken of: investment costs, the figures for which are included in the information in the projects; operating costs, including all the costs arising from the use of the infrastructures in question as well as the costs of equipment with a lifespan shorter than that of the project. In identifying the benefits, account was taken of the value of damages or costs avoided and of the goods and services made available to the communities in question as a consequence of the project. The following benefits were identified: availability of water with service guaranteed, improvement in water quality, reduction in over-exploitation of aquifers. The internal rate of return for the project is 212. 66% (Pezuela: 29. 30%; Zalamea: 100. 67%; Huelva mining basin: 100. 58%; Campo de. Cartagena: 137. 57%; Malaga province: 182. 49%; eastern Costa del Sol: 833. 67%; Minglanilla: 22. 39%; Teruel: 92. 28%. ) JLsf £ 9. Environmental impact analysis 1. In view of the definition and objectives of this set of projects, it will contribute to: - the conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment, - water management. 2. These measures will provide drought-stricken communities with the infrastructures needed to improve their quality of life. 3. This set of projects will have basically palliative effects, since the damage caused by the drought in recent years has obliged the Spanish government to attend to the urgent needs caused by it. At the same time, these measures will make it possible to prevent such situations of scarcity arising in the future. 4. All the measures in this set of projects must concern water for domestic use. * Compliance with Directive 75/442/EEC on the quality of surface water. This set of projects also complies with the guidelines set out in Directives 85/337/EEC, 80/778/EEC, 74/440/EEC and 79/869/EEC. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of costs by project 14 046 069 14 046 069 85% 11 939 158 PROJECT ELIGIBLE COST Supply to Pezuela de Santorcaz el Pozo de Guadalajara 272 449 and Pioz, Guadalajara Supply to Zalamea la Real and Riotinto, Huelva Supply to the Huelva mining basin pumping station, Huelva Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, Canteras reservoir, Cartagena , — Supply to Campo Cartagena western zone, La Aljorra pumping facilities, Cartagena °U S 810 729 811 345 461 425 1 081 793 Supply to Campo Cartagena F2, conduits and branches, Cartagena • Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, conduit for southern zone of Mar Menor, Cartagena Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, expansion of the La Guia syphon and initial construction works, Cartagena Supply to Campo Cartagena eastern zone, connection between Cabezo Beaza and the Alumbres reservoir, Cartagena Supply to communities in the province of Malaga Malaga Filtering at the Vinuela reservoir for the eastern Costa del Sol, Malaga Catchment and conduits for the supply of drinking water to Minglanilla, Cuenca Catchment and additional conduits for the supply to Teruel, Teruel 1 980 619 1 641 172 1 896 835 1 048 526 271 064 1811 203 425 078 1 533 978 IL Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/028-1 1. Name of project: Water supply in areas affected by drought in the catchment areas of southern Spain and the Guadalquivir. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Location 4. Direcciôn General de Obras Hidrâulicas (MOPTMA) Paseo de la Castellana 67, 28071 Madrid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Almeria, Granada, Cordoba, Malaga and Seville Autonomous Community: Andalusia 5. Description PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF SOUTHERN SPAIN Projects in the province of Almeria Owing to the persistence of the drought, the work to supply water to the is considered communities concerned by the projects described hereafter emergency work. 5. 1 Water supply to Roquetas de Mar The urban centres on the coast of Almeria (Roquetas de Mar and Aguadulce) are currently supplied by wells. This source of water is on the verge of drying up because of its continual use as an available resource in view of the drought. The infrastructures needed to solve the supply problem must therefore be built. The project involves the construction of: a reservoir, with a capacity of 10 000 m3, made up of two basins measuring 40 m x 30 m x 4. 25 m with straight walls of reinforced concrete H-200, 0. 35 m thick and pillars of 0. 30 x 0. 30 m, spaced at intervals of 5 m x 5 m, to support the cover made of precast girders of reinforced concrete; conduit from Roquetas to Aguadulce: two sections of pipeline made of ductile cast iron 400 mm in diameter, buried in a trench filled with selected excavation materials, covered and protected by a layer of sand: Section 1 has an overall length of 432 m and connects the reservoir at the end of the Beninar-Aguadulce conduit with the Aguadulce equalizing reservoir. It includes two valves with elastic seals, 300 mm in diameter for connections to the Aguadulce system. Section 2 has an overall length of 6 352 m and extends the final section of the existing conduit which will connect the Aguadulce and Roquetas equalizing reservoirs. The work includes the installation of eight shafts for bypasses, seven for air vents, and four for drains, together with five hydrants, as well as providing for future connections with the installation of a pressure reducing valve. 5. 2 Water supply for Cabo de Gâta (Almeria). The current drought has worsened the already precarious water supply to the town of Cabo de Gâta, which depends mainly on wells. This project will therefore solve a particularly critical water-supply problem, especially in the summer. The work involves expanding the existing desalination plant by adding a new reverse osmosis treatment system with an additional capacity of 500 mVday. installing the drinking-water plant will have no negative effects on the environment. The living conditions and prevent over-exploitation of the wells, which are currently in danger of drying up. improved water supply will enhance general 5. 3 Third system for the water purification plant at Bajo. Almanzora (Almeria). Analysis has found the water from the Cuevas de Almanzora reservoir to contain sulphate levels (937 mg/1) which do not comply with European 22/i- standards. The reservoir must supply water to 120 000 inhabitants, so the construction of the drinking-water plant is both necessary and urgent. In order to treat a maximum volume of 30 000 mVday it is planned to supplement the two treatment lines included in the project to build a purification plant for water from the Bajo Almanzora reservoir with a third line consisting of 128 pressure tanks and 768 membranes, able to treat a daily volume of 10 000 m3 of water, reducing levels of sulphate (SO<) from 937 to 250 mg/1 and magnesium (Mg) from 682 to 50 mg/1. Work also includes the necessary connections and a raw water pumping station as well as electric connections, inspection facilities and the necessary instrumentation. 5. 4 Reservoir and conduits in districts of Los Guiraos and Guazamara (municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora) (Almeria). The current drought has worsened the already precarious water supply to numerous villages which depend mainly on wells. This project will therefore solve a particularly critical water-supply problem. The work involves laying a series of pipes and secondary conduits in PVC with internal diameters of 110 and 60 mm, buried in trenches, over a distance of 1 000 m to supply water to districts of Los Guiraos and Guazamara, in the municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora. Work includes connections to the general supply system as well as special parts and accessories. 5. 5 Reservoir and conduits in Palomares and Terreros (municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora) (Almeria). The worsening drought has aggravated the situation in many villages. An urgent solution is needed to their water-supply problems. The work involves supplementing the measures included in the project to install conduits for the supply of water to the communities of Bajo Almanzora: a) a cast iron pipeline 3 500 m long, with an internal diameter of 250 mm, to the Terreros reservoir (Pulpi), with special fittings; b) a concrete equalizing reservoir for the official collection system, with a capacity of 500 m3 for Pozo Esparto and Cala Panizo in the municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora; c) a ductile iron pipeline 3 200 m long, with an internal diameter of 150 mm, to the Palomares reservoir, with special fittings; d) connection to the general distribution system. 2-2- 3 5. 6 Water supply for Garranchuelo and Santa Cruz (municipality of Gador) (Almeria). The work includes: low-density installing a water distribution system consisting of polyethylene pipes with a diameter of 90 mm; installing domestic water-supply connections; extending the distribution system from the Plaza de la Constitution to the end of Calle Canalejas, using PVC tubing with an external diameter of 160 mm and elastic joints; placing a set of 27 valves with elastic seals at strategic points in the municipal system to improve service; adapting the water conveyance systems converging on the Plaza de la Constituciôn; replacing all the services affected by the work. Projects in the province of Granada The critical drought in the province of Granada has caused serious water shortages for many small communities because water sources which supplied them have been exhausted. These municipalities are on red alert and urgently need a solution to their supply problem, because the over-exploitation of the wells and the depletion of surface resources means that not even minimum supplies can be ensured. 5. 7 Izbor-Los Acebuches. Water-supply conduits for the municipalities of Acebuches (Granada) This project will ensure the supply of water to a population of 1 750. Work entails: 4. 5 m of 100 mm diameter cast-iron pipeline from the base of the Beznar dam to the Izbor reservoir and improvement of the conduit from Izbor to Los Acebuches by placing 1 m of 75 mm diameter pipeline; a pump unit with a capacity of 10 1/s. 5. 8 Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to the villages of the Barranco del Porqueira: Capilera, Bubion and Pampaneira (Granada). The 6 200 inhabitants of these villages will be supplied with water thanks to this new infrastructure. The project involves: construction of a reinforced concrete equalizing reservoir with an approximate capacity of 2000 m3 beside the Los Lugares intake at Capileira. a 2 -4 installation of a water distribution system using 4 km of PVC piping 110 mm in diameter. 5. 9 Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to La Taha: Pitres, Capilerilla, Mecina, Ferreirola, Atalbeitar, Portugos (Granada). The 4 500 inhabitants of these villages will be supplied with water thanks to this new work, which involves the construction of an equalizing reservoir with a capacity of 25 000 m3 at La Haza del Cerezo (Pitres). 5. 10 Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to the municipalities of Busquistar and Trevelez (Granada). The municipalities affected by this measure have a population of over 1 400, and three times that number in the summer season, so that next summer there will be a water-supply crisis. The project entails supplying drinking water to Busquistar and Trevelez by building an equalizing reservoir. 5. 11 Adaptation of the reservoir for the municipalities of Vêlez Benaudalla. In the summer months, this project will supply water to a population of 5 000. The purpose of the project is to improve the water supply to Vêlez de Benaudalla, by installing a conduit made up of 2. 5 km of PVC piping 250 mm in diameter and ancillary equipment for the existing reservoir and covering the reservoir in order to ensure the quality of the water. 5. 12 W a t er supply to the municipalities of Murtos and Turon (Granada). The population concerned by this project (1 650 persons), is currently supplied by tankers. The work involves: - - the construction of a conduit 17 820 m long to supply these two communities, which have serious supply problems, with water from the Trevelez river. The conduit will consist of the following sections: - 13 481 m of ductile iron pipe 150 mm in diameter, - 3 013 m of ductile iron pipe 80 mm in diameter, - 1 326 m ductile iron pipe 60 mm in diameter. the related facilities: 7 intakes for surrounding hamlets. VL'b 5. 13 Water supply to Notaez (Granada). This project concerns a small village with absolutely no water, which urgently needs a solution to its supply problem. Work involves: - building a conduit 4 450 m long, with an external diameter of 110 mm, to bring in water from Almegijar; - related facilities: two 4 hp pumps. 5. 14 Equalizing reservoirs for the municipalities of Laroles and Castaras (Granada). This project involves the water supply to a population of 1 500 in a critical situation. The reservoirs have a capacity of 12 000 m3 and are concrete coated. They will partially equalize the irregular flow from the tributaries on the right bank of the Guadalfeo. Water from this source will be used to replenish supply and then drained off and conveyed by conduits in PCV, 200 mm and 125 mm in diameter. 5. 15 Lifting water from municipality of Molvizar (Granada). the canal at 100 m above sea level to the This project will supply water to a population of 950. It involves installation of: - a pumping station to lift water from the Molvizar reservoir at an altitude of 100 m to Molvizar and Itrabao. - 1 300 m of pipeline to lift water to the treatment plant. - a water-wheel. Projects in the province of Malaga. Projects on the eastern Costa del Sol The communities of the eastern Costa del Sol, between Rincôn de la Victoria and Nerja, on the border between the provinces of Malaga and Granada, are supplied by wells where the ground water is overexploited and salted by sea water. This area is particularly densely populated during the summer, when there can be 350 000 inhabitants. The drinking-water supply is uncertain and so needs an infrastructure to solve the problem definitively. 5. 16 Vinuela-Mâlaga connection (municipality of Vêlez Malaga) (Malaga) Z7^6 Installation of a pipeline 800 mm in diameter between the Toro reservoir (Torre del mar) and the Jaboneros reservoir (Malaga) over a distance of 28 km. All kinds of special parts, including connections with the eastern Costa del Sol pipeline. The project includes resurfacing the roadway, replacing services, paths, etc. The project will supply drinking water to the eastern Costa del Sol and the city of Malaga. 5. 17 Trafiche drinking-water plant for the supply of the coast between Rincôn de la Victoria and Nerja (Vêlez Malaga). Owing to the critical situation of the eastern Costa del Sol, there is an urgent need to build a drinking-water plant to treat water from the Vinuela reservoir and channel it to the existing supply systems. This will involve the addition to the existing facilities of five pressure filters and all the related valves and fittings, a system for air washing and draining off wash water, as well as devices for automatic operation. In addition the plant will be landscaped, an operation and control room will be built and 200 m of piping laid. 5. 18 Water supply for Rincon de la Victoria - Torre del Mar. The project involves laying 2. 135 m of 1. 200 mm diameter steel pipeline at the beginning of the eastern supply network of the Plan Guaro and 1. 600 m of 400 mm diameter cast iron pipeline for connection to the El Romeral reservoir and from there to the existing network of Velez-Mâlaga. The project includes the replacement of services, road resurfacing and installation of valves and fittings. 5. 19 Water supply for Vêlez Mâlaga-Rincon de la Victoria. This project, like the preceding ones, is designed to solve the problem of drinking- water supply to the eastern Costa del Sol. Work includes: the replacement of defective portions of pipeline of different types and diameters over 4. 000 m of the existing conduit between Torre del Mar and Rincôn de la Victoria via communities administratively dependent on Vêlez Malaga; the repair of defective connections to the Vinuela system (Plan Guaro); the construction of an equalizing reservoir at Rincôn de la Victoria with a capacity of 2000 m3 and the installation of 250 mm diameter pipelines connecting it to the distribution network. 5. 20 Filtering facilities for Vinuela. IU This project complements the preceding ones and also plays a role in supplying drinking water to the eastern Costa del Sol. It involves the additional work necessary to ensure the smooth operation of the existing filtering plant (pressurization of filters, preparation of valley for laying conduits) as well as eight complete connections to the Vêlez Malaga network (pressure valve, flow valve, shut-off valve, ventilation systems, inspection shafts, etc) Drinking-water supply for several localities in the province of Malaga. Because of the serious drought affecting southern Spain, small communitites are facing intolerable drinking-water shortages. Communities in the province of Malaga are among the most seriously affected. The proposed water conveyance works are those which are strictly necessary to meet the needs of the population, improve the quality of the water supply and cope with future shortages. The sole purpose of the projects described heieafter is to improve and guarantee the supply of water to the inhabitants of these seriously affected communities. 5. 21 W a t er supply to the municipality of Casabermeja (Malaga). This project will supply water to a population of 3 700 by installing 10 km of supply pipeline. It includes installation of special parts (valves, drains, manholes, road crossings, etc). 5. 22 W a t er supply to Pizarra and C a r t a ma (Malaga). The project will supply drinking water to a population of 14 500 by installing a pumping station and to a prefabricated reservoir. The project also involves the installation of electrical equipment. the necessary connecting pipelines (2 300 m) 5. 23 Conduit for Campillos (Malaga) The project will concern a population of 7 600. Work consists in placing 4 400 m of distribution conduits in the Moheda area. 5. 24 W a t er supply to Alcaucin and Periana. 22-8 Completion of the water-supply works for small hamlets in Alcaucin and Periana, i. e. a population of 1 700, involving the laying of 2 000 m of conduit, including special parts, valves, drains, etc. 5. 25 Water supply to Moclinejo and Macharaviaya (Malaga). This project will concern a population of 1 500. It involves connection of the pressure pipeline to the distribution network of the Costa del Sol. 5. 26 Water supply to Monda (Malaga). Completion of the water-supply works for Monda (1 650 inhabitants) by installing: 1 000 m of conduit, a pumping unit, electrical and mechanical equipment. 5. 27 Water supply to districts of Cerro Atalaya (Vêlez Malaga). This project involves supplying water to a population of 500 persons, by installing: 15 800 m of conduit, 2 equalizing reservoirs, the necessary fittings: valves, drains, etc. 5. 28 Repairs at Colmenar (Malaga) Repairs and improvements to the supply infrastructure will benefit a population of 3 500: replacement of a section of pipeline in the conduit from El Realengo, 1 tank, fittings: valves, drains, road crossings, etc. 5. 29 Connection to the Benalauria-Benaldid system (Malaga) The supply of water to a number of municipalities in the administrative area of Malaga. will be ensured by means of connection to the Benalauria-Benaldid system. This will require installation of: 1 300 m of conduit, 1 reservoir, fittings: valves, drains, road crossings, etc. PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE GUADALQUIVIR 11$ Project in the province of Cordoba 5. 30 Measures in Cordoba city. Floating intakes (Cordoba) This project involves the installation of a floating intake in the San Rafael de Navallana reservoir which supplies the city, with a view to making maximum use of its water. Specifically: extension of the Guadalmellato canal intake in the San Rafael de Navallana dam, including a pump so that surface water can be used, after treatment, as drinking water for the supply of the provincial capital, between altitudes 144 (54 Hm3) and 137 (27. 5 Hm3). Project in the province of Seville 5. 31 Connection of Seville's supply systems of the Ecija Consortium to the southern Sierra (Seville) The aim of the project is to supply water from the Ecija Consortium to the association of municipalities of the southern Sierra. This will involve channeling a flowof 4 054 m3 per day through a conduit linking Osuna with the distribution reservoir of the association of municipalities of the southern Sierra situated in El Saucejo. This will make it immediately possible to use water from the Retortillo reservoir to supply the following villages: Algâmitas, El Saucejo, Los Corrales, Martin de la Jara, Pruna and Villanueva de San Juan. The work involves supplying and installing 18 km of ductile cast iron pipeline 300 mm in diameter lined with cement mortar and placed in a trench with an average depth of 1. 5 metres on a bed of sand 15 cm thick. The tube will be protected by a polythene sleeve where it crosses through ground containing gypsum. To ensure that the conduit functions properly, it will be fitted with 28 vents, 26 drains and the corresponding valves, all installed in inspection shafts 1. 40 m in diameter. It is also planned to replace the fencing on the affected farms and to build a crossing under the SE-460 highway, as well as stream crossings protected by concrete. The paving on roads used by livestock will also be replaced. 6. Aims The aim of this set of projects is to solve the problems posed by drought in areas suffering from serious water shortages. In particular: 2-30 Main objectives To provide adequate infrastructure for the supply of drinking water to the population concerned. To improve urban water supply. To improve water quality. To prevent over-exploitation of surface and ground water and the negative effects this has on the environment. Secondary objectives To improve health conditions and the quality of life of the population concerned. To increase the availability of water by managing and coordinating its use. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 15. 3. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1996 8. Cost-benefit analysis It is not always possible to obtain directly the data needed to carry out a cost- benefit analysis on a set of projects like these. Some of the data have therefore had to be determined indirectly on the basis of certain criteria or initial premises. In identifying the costs, account was taken of: investment costs, the figures for which are included in the information in the projects; operating costs, including all the costs arising from the use of the infrastructures in question as well as the costs of equipment with a lifespan shorter than that of the project. In identifying the benefits, account was taken of the value of damages or costs avoided and of the goods and services made available to the communities in question as a consequence of the project. The following benefits were identified: availability of water with service guaranteed, improvement in water quality, reduction in over-exploitation of aquifers. The internal rate of return for each of the projects ranges between 352. 87 and 5. 36%. ZJ3L\ 9. Assessment of environmental impact This set of projects contributes to the attainment of the objectives set out in Article 130 r of the EC Treaty by providing drinking water to communities suffering from serious water shortages, thereby preserving their quality of life. All measures in this set of projects will be concerned with domestic use. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11 4 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: CATCHMENT AREA OF SOUTHERN SPAIN Water supply to Roquetas de Mar Third desalination system for water supply to Cabo de Gâta (Almeria) Third system for Bajo Almanzora drinking-water treatment plant (Almeria) Reservoir and conduits in districts of Los Guiraos and Guazamara (municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora) (Almeria). Reservoir and conduits in Palomares and Terreros (municipality of Cuevas de Almanzora) (Almeria). Water supply for Garranchuelo and Santa Cruz (municipality of Gador) (Almeria). Water supply to Izbor and Los Acebuches (Granada) Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to the villages of the Barranco del Porqueira (Granada) Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to La Taha (Granada) «L?2 30 168 245 30 168 245 85% 25 643 008 27 642 416 1 848 166 616 055 1 232 111 123 211 628 378 154 014 184 817 308 028 308 028 Equalizing reservoir for the water supply to the municipalities of Busquistar and Trevelez (Granada) Adaptation of the reservoir for the municipality of Vêlez de Benaudalla 308 028 92 408 Water supply to the municipalities of 800 872 Murtos and Turôn (Granada) Water supply to Notaez (Granada) Equalizing reservoirs for the municipalities of Laroles and Castaras (Granada) Lifting water from the canal at 100 m above sea level to the municipality of Molvizar (Granada) Vinuela-Mâlaga connection (municipality of Vêlez Malaga) Trafiche drinking-water plant for the supply of the coast between Rincôn de la Victoria and Nerja (Vélez-Mâlaga) Water supply for Rincôn de la Victoria - Torre del Mar (Malaga) 123 211 123 211 492 845 13 676 435 1 724 956 1 324 520 Water supply for Vêlez Mâlaga-Rincôn 616 055 de la Victoria (Malaga) Filtering facilities for Vinuela (Malaga) Water supply to the municipality of Casabermeja (Malaga) Water supply to Pizarra and Cartama (Malaga) Coinduit for Campillos (Malaga) Water supply to Alcaucin and Periana (Malaga) Water supply to Moclinejo and Macharaviaya (Malaga) Water supply to Monda (Malaga) Water supply to districts of Cerro Atalaya (Vêlez Malaga) 333 800 872 757 749 400 436 400 436 92 408 30 803 12 321 308 028 Repairs at Colmenar (Malaga) Connection to the Benalauria-Benaldid system (Malaga) CATCHMENT AREA OF THE GUADALQUIVIR Measures in Cordoba city. Floating intakes Connection of Seville's supply systems of the Ecija Consortium to the southern Sierra 123 211 30 803 10 534 551 369 633 2. 156. 195 £34 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/028-2 1. Name of project: Water supply in areas affected by drought in the catchment areas of the Guadiana, Segura, Tagus and Jucar. 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. 3:2. 4. Name: Address: Location Direcciôn General de Obras Hidrâulicas (MOPTMA) Paseo de la Castellana, 67. 28071 Madrid-Espana 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Caceres, Badajoz, Toledo, Ciudad Real, Alicante and Murcia. Autonomous Communities: Extremadura, Castile-La Mancha, Murcia and Valencia 5. Description Owing to the severe drought in the Segura basin, there is an urgent need for work to enable,treated waste water to be re-used. This work will release water resources to increase the drinking-water supply. Project in the province of Alicante 5. 34 Treatment plant for brackish (municipality of San Miguel de Salinas, Alicante). run-off water from the Pedrera Water from the drainage of the land owned by Riegos de Levante Margen Derecha flows into the Fayona watercourse at a rate of approximately 4000 m3 per day. In future that volume is expected to increase to 12 000 mVday. The planned work comprises: a) b) c) d) e) f) collection of the used irrigation water from the Pedrera by means of a pumping station consisting of two motor pumps with a capacity of 75 1/sec. of water at a height of 6 m, with a view to its disinfection, clarification and filtering, followed by treatment in a desalination plant involving microscreening, dechlorination and desalination; channeling of brine to the existing outfall discharging Mediterranean; into the a 3 000 m3 covered reservoir for storage of the desalted water until it is lifted to the Cartagena supply channel; pumping station consisting of three pumps with a capacity of 50 1/sec. at 100 mca to pump the treated water to the Cartagena channel near San Miguel de Salinas; 7 500 m of ductile iron conduit to withstand pressures of up to 12. 5 atmospheres long to convey the current volume of drainage water during low-load hours and capable also of conveying the volume expected once the irrigation land of Riegos de Levante M. D. has been standardized, at all hours of the day without needing enlargement; ancillary operations involving landscaping, construction of a building to accommodate the filtering and desalination plant and station for pumping the treated water, delivery to the Cartagena channel belonging to the Mancomunidad de Canales de Taibilla; restoration of roads and affected services. Once the water has qbeen desalinated by reverse osmosis it will be discharged into the Cartagena channel to meet the demand for drinking water. The project will make it possible to desalinate 4000 mVday of brackish water (the brine will be discharged into the sea). The water thus reclaimed will be used to supply the coastal belt and the Campo de Cartagena, i. e. some 15 000 people. The project will prevent the discharge of the water into the ecosystem of the lagoons of Salinas de Torrevieja and La Mata (Alicante). Projects in the province of Murcia 5. 35 Reutilization of waste water from the Bullas treatment plant (municipality of Bullas, Murcia). Because of unfavourable weather conditions the La Refa well has dried out and the source of the Osamenta is also nearly dry. 2l6 The planned work will provide water from a different origin to increase the drinking-water supply. Completion of the work to enable the treated waste water to be reused is therefore urgent. The work involves: - construction of a pumping station at 607 m altitude to pump water at a rate of 150 1/s at a manometric head of 55 m, including 300 m of medium voltage line, a pump house for four pumps (3+1) to lift 75 1/s at a manometric head of 55 m, equipped with power controllers, force and suction pipes, control and protection panels and a 250 kVA transformer; installation of a pressure pipe in asbestos cement 1 200 m long and 400 mm in diameter, to withstand pressures of 7. 5 to 10 atm. ; construction of two earth reservoirs proofed with high density polythene 2 mm thick, with capacities of 100 000 and 30 000 m3, at 640 and 625 m altitude respectively; 2. 500 m of piping in asbestos cement, 400 mm in diameter, to withstand a pressure of 7. 5 atm. , to connect both resrvoirs to the irrigation network. 5. 36 Emergency work for the re-use of waste water from the Torre de Cotilla waste-water treatment plant (Murcia) Work includes: collection of treated water by means of 2 600 m of pipeline 500 mm in diameter; channeling the water to an equalizing reservoir with a capacity of 150 000 m3; connection of the reservoir to the distribution system (3 700 m of pipes 450 mm in diameter); lifting the water from the equalizing reservoir for connection with the irrigation network by means of a pumping station consisting of two pumps (1+1) with a capacity of 80 1/s and 350 m of pressure pipe 350 mm in diameter. 5. 37 Re-use of waste water from Alguazas (municipality of Alguazas) As a result of the water shortage caused by the drought, there is less water than normal available for the Heredamiento de Alguazas irrigation network. This is threatening the survival of existing stands of trees. I3h This city has a waste-water treatment plant operating at full capacity and discharging treated water into the Mula. Re-use of the treated water would keep the stands alive through irrigation. It is therefore urgent to carry out the work needed to re-use the treated waste water, so as to release resources to increase the drinking-water supply. Work includes: collection of the treated water by means of 500 m of pipeline 500 mm in diameter; an equalizing reservoir for treated water, lined with high-density polyethylene 2 mm thick on geotextile, with a capacity of 100 000 m3; an equalizing reservoir for treated water lifted to the level of the highest irrigated areas, lined with high-density polyethylene 2 mm thick on geotextile, with a capacity of 100 000 m3; installation of 5 500 m of asbestos cement conduit 700 mm in diameter, to withstand pressures of 7. 5 atm, between the reservoir and the irrigation network (main conduit); installation of 875 m of asbestos cement conduit 400 mm in diameter, to withstand pressures of 7. 5 atm, connecting the main conduit to the Saladar pressure pipe; 1200 m of asbestos cement pressure pipe 350 mm in diameter, to withstand pressures of 7. 5 atm, between the waste-water treatment plant and the equalizing reservoir; service road alongside the main conduit, 3 000 m long and 4 m wide; pumping station consisting of 150 hp units, including electrification, automation, civil engineering and valves and fittings. 5. 38 Re-use of waste water from the Mula treatment plant (municipality of Mula) The water supply of the town of Mula is seriously jeopardized by the overexploitation of the ground water and the persistence of the drought in the region. This work will make it possible to release resources to increase the supply of drinking water. && Arable land is currently irrigated using water from the La Cierva reservoir and wells which are unquestionably overexploited. Treated waste water is discharged into the Mula, downstream from the irrigable area. There is an urgent need to complete the work necessary for these vital water resources to be used to maintain wealth already created and jobs which provide the only income of the inhabitants of Mula. Work includes: - construction of a reservoir for water from the treatment plant and lifting of the water 80 m using four 80 hp pumps (3+1); a 250 KVA transformer; 5 250 m of pressure pipe, 300 mm in diameter, to withstand pressures of 10 atm; an equalizing reservoir made of earth with a capacity of 50 000 m3, proofed with high-density polythene 2 mm thick; a 1 000 m pressure pipe 400 m in diameter, to withstand pressures of 7. 5 atm. for connection with the irrigation network. PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE TAGUS Projects in the provinces of Toledo and Guadalajara 5. 39 Increasing the supply to -Toledo from the Las Aves canal (Castile-La Mancha) In periods of prolonged drought, the El Torcon and Guajaraz reservoirs cannot supply enough water to meet the needs of the town of Toledo. The shortfall used therefore to be made up by taking water from the Tagus via the Las Aves canal, upstream from Aranjuez. This project involves increasing the pumping capacity from the high point at the end of the canal and extending the pressure pipeline to the equalizing reservoir, as well as doubling the first section of the pipeline. To avoid intermittent supply cuts as the water reaches the pumping station, a problem caused by the difficulty of maintaining a minimum flow rate at the end of an irrigation pipeline 40 km long, it is planned to build a small equalizing reservoir near the Algodor river where it can utilize the only difference in level in the canal. The following work is planned: $3 construction of an equalizing réservoir on the Las Aves canal, proofed with sheeting, with usable capacity of 15 000 m3; extension of the pump house in order to install a third pump-motor unit identical to the most powerful of the two existing units, ie 486 hp. installation of a 800 CVA three-phase transformer. doubling the first section of the pressure pipe along approximately 3 160 m, using pipe 500 mm in diameter; installation of approximately 4 000 m of pipeline 400 mm in diameter to the Cerro de los Palos equalization reservoir. 5. 40 Water supply system for three villages in the district of Talavera de la Reina and Entrepenas, sewer system and construction of a waste-water (Toledo and treatment plant at Entrepenas Guadalajara). This project is intended to supply water to the 10 000 inhabitants of three villages in the district of Talavera. The work involves: installation of 15 000 m of PVC pipeline with an operating pressure of 6 atm. (diameters of 300, 250 and 200 mm), to convey treated water from the Talavera de la Reina supply system to Talavera la Nueva at a rate of 5 1/s, Alberche, at 10 1/s and Choza at 15 1/s. The conduit will be laid in a trench 1. 5 m deep, which will require the excavation and replacement of 30 000 m3 of earth; installation of 15 valves, of 10 air vents and 5 drains placed in standardized shafts and four meters housed in huts. The work to supply the village of El Olivar (Entrepefias) comprises: improvement to existing collection arrangements, the drilling of a well 450 mm in diameter and 120 m deep, installation of a pump unit with a capacity of 3 1/s and construction of a new tank with a capacity of 100 m3; the sewerage work involves extending the existing collector by 400 m and installing a prefabricated treatment unit comprsing settling, digestion and filtering, designed to cater for 500 inhabitants. 5. 42 Emergency work Mancomunidad del Algodor: sections I and II (Toledo). the system to extend supplying water to the The water supply to the 26 villages making up the Mancomunidad del Algodor was supplied by a system taking water from the Finisterre dam. When the dam ran out of water, the supply system had to be modified to its current form, which consists in lifting water from the Tagus to the village of Ocana and conveying it from there at a rate of 165 1/s, in the opposite direction to that intended, to Tembleque for distribution. The flow is insufficient in summer (the maximum capacity permitted by the existing pipelines). The current requirement is 250 1/s (162. 5 1/s through a new conduit, the rest through the existing conduite). The planned work consists of: installation of a new section of conduit (7 700 m) parallel to the first, running from the existing tanks of Ocafla in the direction of Tembleque, and joining the existing conduit. This section will be able to convey 162. 5 1/s to meet immediate needs, but will be able to be expanded to 600 1/s to meet future needs at a cost of 350 million. This first section is not able on its own to transport a sufficient quantity to the altitude required (764 m) at Tembleque for distribution to the surrounding villages, owing to a loss of pressure in the rest of the existing pipeline; installation of a second section, continuing on from the first (7 700 m long, described above and not capable of conveying the necessary quantity to an altitude of 764 m). The second section will be 6 600 m long and its function will be to loss so that at the altitude of Ocana (manometric head of 63 m) the water can be transported to Tembleque with the delivery head at 764 m altitude provided for in the original project which is sufficient for correct distribution of water to the surrounding villages using the existing system. the pressure limit Additionally, the council of local authorities of Castile-La Mancha will expand the existing pumping station on the Tagus to provide an immediate flow of 250 1/s (in future it will have to be 750 1/s) to the existing tanks at Ocana. The work described will make it possible to provide water to Tembleque at the altitude of 764 m at the rate of 150 1/s needed to meet present needs at the distribution point. However, at the same time, it is intended that the new pipelines, together with the existing ones, will meet the future needs of the Mancomunidad on arrival at Tembleque with a flow rate of 550 1/s through the new pipelines and 50 1/s through the existing ones. Project in the province of Câceres 5. 45 Additional work for Plasencia (Câceres). the town of Câceres and Malpartida de The work in Câceres involves laying a 44 kV power line over an estimated distance of 15 km, in order to provide a permanent electricity supply to the pumping station located on the Almonte river. At present, the station has only temporary electricity supply. The connection will be taken from a power line at Iberdrola, 6 km from Câceres. The power line will be carried on metal pylons with cement anchor points. It is also planned to instal a 2 000 kVA transformer. The works for Malpartida de Plasencia involve the construction of a diversion dam with a capacity of 60 1/s in the Garganta del Obispo from which water will be transported by gravity to the existing equalizing reservoir. In the winter the waste water treatment plant will be supplied directly and the reservoirs will be filled, and in summer, if the Garganta dries out, water can be lifted from the reservoirs. The 4 713 m long pipeline, made of 300 diameter tubing, will be laid in a trench. Work will include the shafts needed to house vents and drains. PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE GUADIANA. 5. 41 Conduit for emergency supply to La Luciana and other-localities from the Torre de Abraham reservoir (Ciudad Real) The municipality of Luciana has 700 inhabitants in the winter (and double that number in the summer). It is located at the convergence of the Bullaque river and the Guadiana. The village is currently supplied by a well which is practically dry. The population will be therefore shortly have a serious water shortage. The other localities concerned are small villages attached to the municipality of Porzuna, each supplied by a single well, all of which are in the process of drying up, as in the previous case. The problem will be solved by laying 15 km of PCV pipeline 160 mm in diameter, including installation of the necessary vents, drains, road crossings, etc. , to supply the municipality of Luciana from existing conduits conveying water from the Torre de Abraham reservoir. Water can be supplied to all the Porzuna villages by laying 12 km of PCV pipeline 110 mm in diameter including the necessary vents, drains, special fittings, road crossings, etc. In view of the disastrous situation of the water supply of these localities, the absence of any immediate measure would mean that the inhabitants concerned would have to be supplied using tankers as from next summer. Project in the province of Huelva 5. 32 Water supply to western Andévalo (Huelva). The district of western Andévalo covers various localities, including Puebla de Guzman, Tharsis and Alonso, with a population of 15 000 inhabitants in winter (double that number in the summer). The district suffers from water- supply difficulties because of the the generalized drought, and particularly the situation in the Guadiana basin. 4 (a The different possibilities for solving the problem in this area have been studied. The feasible solution is described below. The planned solution involves diverting water from the Chanza-Pedras system once it has been treated at the facilities of the water utility of the west coast of Huelva, situated at Aljaraque, by means of 40 km of pipeline 300 mm in diameter to the district concerned. This work will provide a definitive solution to the water-supply problem affecting the inhabitants of the district. Projects in the province of Badajoz 5. 43 Emergency supply to district of Los Montes, Capilla and other localities (Badajoz) The municipalities of Capilla, Garlitos and Tamurejo have a population of 7 500 inhabitants in winter (double that number in the summer) in the province of Badajoz, situated on the banks of the La Serena reservoir. These localities are served by the Gadalemar water utility. In the case of Capilla, repair work was carried out to connect the newly built intake and the treatment plant to the old supply conduits. These old conduits are in a very bad state of repair, so that the water is not being delivered to the population. Although the two other localities are close by and could easily be connected to the supply system, this work has not yet started. These two localities therefore take their water from sources which, because of the drought, no longer provide enough water of sufficient quality, so they are in constant crisis. In view of the disastrous water-supply situation in these villages, which depend on deliveries by tankers, the planned work must be carried out as quickly as possible. The solution to the problem involves laying 17 280 m of cast iron pipeline 200 mm in diameter, fitted with the necessary drains, valves, etc. , and restoration of the services affected by the work. The project will make it possible to meet the water requirements of the 7 500 inhabitants of these municipalities, as well as the 15 000 present at weekends and during the summer. The sections to be installed are as follows: Siruela-Tamurejo conduit iki The conduit will run from the Siruela distribution reservoir to the Tamurejo distribution reservoir, and will consist of 10 086. 52 m of cast iron pipeline 125 mm in diameter. Conduit to Zarza Capilla la Nueva The project concerning the supply to the Guadalemar water utility incudes a conduit from Sancti Spiritus to Pefialsordo, so that this new conduit need only be connected at one point to the existing conduit to Zarza Capilla la Nueva. It is planned to run 1 070 m of cast-iron pipeline 100 mm in diameter from that point. Conduit to Zarza Capilla la Vieja Since there is already a conduit from Sancti Spiritus to Pefialsordo, a branch will be installed to Zarza Capilla la Vieja. The new cast iron pipeline will be 381m long and 100 mm in diameter. Conduit from Pefialsordo to Capilla Construction of a conduit between the two localities parallel to the existing conduit, except for a section 947. 23 m long which will branch off in order to reduce the impact of the work on the Pefialsordo urban area. The new cast iron pipeline will be 2 771. 82 m long and 150 mm in diameter. Pressure pipe from the La Serena reservoir Since the water level in the Guadalemar reservoir is too low for water to be pumped from the intake tower, water will be transferred from the la Serena reservoir. This will be carried out using a 100 kVA pump (absorbed power) with a flow of 250 1/s at 25 m and a conduit made of PCV piping 500 mm in diameter and 2 961,83 m long. The pump will be situated on a raft with anchoring for the discharge into the Guadalemar reservoir. 5. 44 Emergency work to extend the supply network of the Mancomunidad de Tentudia to Fuentes de Leôn and Bienvenida and other complementary work (Badajoz) Fuentes,de Leon and Bienvenida suffer from serious water-supply problems because of the persistent drought in the Guadiana basin. The two above-mentioned localities had not been included in the supply system of the Mancomunidad de Tentudia to which they belong because they were supplied by wells which covered all their water requirements. 1H The wells are no longer sufficient and prospection has had no results. These localities will be supplied from the existing systems at times when the^ are not currently in use. The different possibilities for solving the problem in this area have been studied. The feasible solution is described below. The planned solution involves installing a branch conduit from the supply system of the Mancomunidad de Tentudia. In the case of Fuentes de Leôn, the branch will lead from the western pipeline and will carry the water to the reservoir at La Alameda. The conduit will be 5 500 m long, with a diameter of 150 mm. It will be necessary to adapt the reservoir and the existing arrangements for lifting the water to the equalizing tank at Fuente de Leôn (incuding the electromechanical system and 2000 m of conduit). In the case of Bienvenida, the branch will lead from the northern conduit, between the branch off towards Montemolin and the Fuente de Cantos reservoir. 200 mm diameter pipeline will transport water over 13 km to the village's equalizing reservoir. The reservoir and valve room will also have to be modified and repaired. This work will solve the water-supply problem of the inhabitants of Fuentes de Leôn and Bienvenida. PROJECTS IN THE CATCHMENT AREA OF THE JUCAR Project in the province of Alicante 5. 46 Work in the district of Marina Baja (Alicante). The purpose of this work is to supply drinking water to the municipalities of the Marina Baja Consortium (Benidorm, Viliajoyosa, Altea, Finestrat, Polop, La Nucia, Alfaz del Pi and Calldsa de Ensarria), the water reserves of which are threatened because of the persistent drought. 300 000 inhabitants are affected. A study of the situation shows that there is an urgent need to install a supply infrastructure. The work involves doubling part of the existing supply conduit which connects the Guadalest reservoir to the municipalities of the Marina Baja Consortium over a length of 8 km, using cast-iron or asbestos-cement pipeline, 700 mm and 500 mm in diameter respectively; installing of special fittings (30 units) tor protection of the conduit. 6. Aims âur The purpose of this set of projects is to help those areas most affected by water shortages to cope with the drought. In particular: Main objectives To provide adequate infrastructure for the supply of drinking water to the population concerned. To improve urban water supply. To improve water quality. To prevent over-exploitation of surface and ground water and the negative effects this has on the environment. Secondary objectives To improve health conditions and the quality of life of the population concerned. To increase the availability of water through economic and coordinated use. Detailed information on each of the projects is attached. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 15. 3. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1996 8. Cost-benefit analysis It is not always possible to obtain directly the data needed to carry out a cost- benefit analysis on a set of projects like these. Some of the data have therefore had to be determined indirectly on the basis of certain criteria or initial premises. In identifying the costs, account was taken of: investment costs, the value of which is included in the information in the projects; operating costs, including all the costs arising from the use of the infrastructures in question as well as the costs of equipment with a lifespan shorter than that of the project. In identifying the benefits, account was taken of the value of damages or costs avoided and therefore of the goods and services made available to the communities in question as a consequence of the project. The following benefits wore identified: 2 H6 availability of water with service guaranteed, improvement in water quality, reduction in over-exploitation of aquifers. The internal rate of return for each of the projects ranges between 569 and 2. 94% 9. Assessment of environmental impact This set of projects contributes to the attainment of the objectives set out in Article 130r of the EC Treaty by providing drinking water to communities suffering from serious water shortages, thereby preserving their quality of life. All measures in this set of projects will be concerned with domestic use. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 30 476 273 30 476 273 85% 25 904 832 CATCHMENT AREA OF THE SEGURA Treatment plant for brackish run-off water from the Pedrera (Alicante) Reutilization of waste water from the Bullas treatment plant (Murcia) Reutilization of waste water from the Torre de Cotilla treatment plant (Murcia) Reutilization of waste water from the Alguazas treatment plant (Murcia) Reutilization of waste water from the Mula treatment plant (Murcia) CATCHMENT AREA OF THE TAGUS Increasing the supply to Toledo from the Las Aves canal (Castile-La Mancha) £V? 12 290310 3 634 728 1 909 773 2 587 434 2 063 786 2 094 589 8 532 370 1 971 378 Water supply system for the district of Talavera de la Reina and Entrepenas, sewer system and waste-water treatment plant at Entrepenas Water-supply system for the Mancomunidad del Algodor: sections I and II (Castile-La Mancha) Additional work for the town of Câceres and Malpartida de Plasencia (Extremadura) CATCHMENT AREA OF THE GUADIANA Water supply to western Andévalo (Puebla de Guzman, Tharsis and Alonso) (Huelva) Conduit for supply of drinking water to La Luciana and other localities from the Torre de Abraham reservoir (Barrio Bullaque, Castile-La Mancha) Additional work for emergency supply to the district of Los Montes (Badajoz) Extension of the drinking-water supply sytem of the Mancomunidad de Tentudia to include Fuentes de Leôn and Bienvenida (Extremadura) CATCHMENT AREA OF THE JUCAR Doubling of the supply system in the district of La Marina Baja (Alicante) 1 324 520 4 004 361 1 232 111 8 113 453 3 696 334 905 601 1 601 745 1 909 773 1 540 139 1 540 139 $A* Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/030 1. Title Jaén waste-water treatment plant. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direccion General de Obras Hidraiilicas 3. 2. Address: C/Sierpes N' 41, 41075 Sevilla 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Andalusia Description 5. COLLECTION: enlargement of the existing sewer which terminates in a headbox. This leads to a spillway with a gate, connected to a bypass and a sump for the collection of solids. PRETREATMENT: removal of solids by passage through three channels fitted with grids and screens, passage through channels and a grease trap to remove grit and grease. PRIMARY SEDIMENTATION: water passes from pretreatment to a distributor. The installation has two stationary 30-metre diameter settling tanks. The resulting sludge then passes to the pumping station. 2*<j BIOLOGICAL PRETREATMENT: water from the primary-settling tank passes to a distributor and from there to the different treatment chains. After settling, and mixed with the sludge, the water passes into two 14m x 61m multi compartment aeration basins. Aeration is carried out in the aeration compartment by means of fine-bubble diffusors and submerged screw agitators. SECONDARY SEDIMENTATION: the installation has two suction settling tanks in which the sludge is sucked up through tubes and which is fitted with paddles to direct the sludge to the suction tubes. The sludge is circulated by means of submersible pumps. The water is treated with chlorine and the sludge is passed through screens, thickened, homogenized, digested, dehydrated and stored. SLUDGE TREATMENT : screening, thickening, anaerobic digestion, storage and dehydration. 6. Objectives SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES - Design population: 135 000 inhabitants - Design population equivalent: 146 000 inhabitants - Total average BOD5 on entry: 260 mg/1 - Total average BOD5 on exit after reduction: >90% - Total average SS on entry: 340 mg/1 - Total average SS on exit after reduction: > 90% - Average daily volume of water: 33 750 m3/day 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Construction work 1. 12. 1994 Completion 31. 8. 1996 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 10. 18%, not including the net book value of the treatment plant. 2<n. > 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will contribute to the integrated control of pollution, the prevention of waste and the management of water resources. Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 11628 050 11 628 050 80% 9 302 440 %CA Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/031 1. Name of project: Waste-water treatment plants for Huesca and Teruel 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name. D. G. del Agua. Diputaciôn General de Aragon 3. 2. Address: P° Maria Agustin, 36 - 50071 Zaragoza 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. 5. Region: Aragon (Huesca and Teruel) Description Construction of collectors and two urban waste-water treatment plants for Huesca and Teruel. The system includes secondary treatment using conventional biological digestion and mechanical dehydration of activated sludge at half load. 6. Objectives to improve the water quality of the Isuela, Flumen, Acanadre and Cinca rivers in Huesca and the Turia river in Teruel from the current quality levels (C5 and C4) to C3; to facilitate water economies and reuse. 2£-& SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES Population (customers) Design population equivalent Total average BOD$ on entry Total average BODs on exit Total average S S on entry Total average S S on exit HUESCA TERUEL 13 400 130 000 300 mg/1 < 25 mg/1 297 mg/1 < 25 mg/1 8 200 67 500 360 mg/1 < 25 mg/1 440 mg/1 < 30 mg/1 Average daily volume of water 25 920 mVd 11 232 m3/d Percentage of industrial water 25% 25% 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 10. 1995 Completion 31. 5. 1998 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for waste disposal and sewerage, water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 8. 93% overall: 11. 85% for the Huesca treatment plant and 4. 57% for the Teruel treatment plant. Assessment of environmental impact Preservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment; careful and rational use of natural resources; management of water resources; protection of human health; za compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC for agglomerations with a population equivalent of more than 15 000 discharging into fresh water in a non-sensitive area; the municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 19 511 952 19 138 631 80% 15 310 905 SWr Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION S H E ET Summary of project No 95/11/61/032 1. Name of project: Sewerage for the Sella and Pilona basin 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Urbanismo 3. 2. Address: Coronel Aranda S/N - 33005 Oviedo 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Asturias 5. Description Sewerage for Cangas de Onis and Cano The work involves three separate parts: (a) (b) (c) a system of collectors for Cano; connection to the Cangas de Onis system Total length: 3 452 m; improvements to the internal system of Cangas de Onis, total length: 5 673 m; interceptors for Cangas de Onis along both banks of the river Sella. In the future there weill be a river crossing and sewage will be concentrated at one point from where it will be pumped to the planned treatment plant This will require the laying of 2 669 m of pipeline of various materials and diameters. Collector/interceptors for Infiesto and Villamayor (Pilona) The work involves the installation of a collector/interceptor for waste water from the segment of the Pilona river between Infiesto and Sevares, in the municipality of Pilona. This will require the laying of 15 680 m of pipeline of various materials, chiefly stoneware and reinforced concrete. Sewerage for Ribadesella, phase 1 The first phase of the project involves renovation of the Ribadesella collectors located on the right bank of the river Sella and any of the supply pipelines needing replacement as a direct or indirect consequence of the sewerage work Once the entire project has been completed, these collectors will be connected to the system's general collectors and to the general treatment and discharge systems. The sewer system will consist of pipelines of diameters ranging from 300 to 1 500 mm made of stoneware and reinforced concrete. Objectives To improve the quality of the water in the river Sella along its final 25 km. The measures included in this set of projects are the first phase only, since in the near future it will be necessary to install the treatment systems needed to comply with Community rules. The Sella and Pilona basin has 33 500 inhabitants, of whom 10 496 (31%) will be directly affected by this project, broken down as follows: Sewerage for Cangas de Onis and Cano: 3 600 inhabitants Collector/interceptors inhabitants Sewerage for Ribadesella, phase 1: 3 820 inhabitants and Villamayor Infiesto for (Pilona) 3 076 SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES _ Current population: 10 496 inhabitants Work schedule Category of work Commencement Construction 31. 8. 1995 Completion 31 12. 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The internal rate of return is 6% overall, broken down into 6% for Ribadesella; 4% for Infiesto; 9% for Cangas and 7% for Onis-Cano. 9. Assessment of environmental impact 2 Go Preservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment Environmental improvement in urban centres and protected areas and landscapes. Improvements in public health. Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 11 125 965 11 125 965 80% 8 900 772 %£{ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/033 Name of project: Waste-v/ater treatment plants for Castile-La Mancha. Authority making the application Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid Body responsible for implementation D. G. de Carreteras, Obras Hidrâulicas y Transportes, Direcciôn General de Carreteras P° del Cristo de la Vega, S/N - 45071 Toledo Name: Address: Location Member State: Spain Region: Castile-La Mancha Description 2. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 1. 3. 2. 4. 4. 1. 4. 2. Construction of collectors and eight waste-water treatment plants in the following municipalities of the Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha Talavera de la Reina, Tarancôn, Madridejos, Villacanas, Navalcân and Parnllas, San Pablo de los Montes, Camufias, Mariana, Sotos and Zarzuela. The project includes secondary biological treatment. 6. Objectives The basic objective of this group of projects is to provide the above-mentioned municipalities with secondary treatment of waste water to prevent its discharge from having a negative impact on the environment 9 f ? The following data show the quantified objectives of the projects: SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 95/11/61/033 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (PE) Population in the summer (PE) Total average BOD5 on entry (mg/1) Total average BOD5 on exit (mg/1) Total average S S on entry (mg/1) Total average S S on exit (mg/l) Average daily volume of water (mVday) Percentage of industrial water (estimate) 126 000 21 000 10 000 14 000 8 325 2 000 3 200 2 7 50 126 500 52 800 25 000 14 000 10 240 4 858 4 670 2 7 50 n. a. n:a. n. a. n. a. n. a. 2 000 n. a. --- 220 600 600 350 369 243 5 5«l 4 00 1 1 i 25 25 25 25 25 25 28 20 220 750 350 300 554 240 249 600 35 35 35 35 35 35 5 12 34 500 5 280 2 500 2 400 1 655 1 200 510 4 1 2 ,5 0% 60% 60% 0 20 30 30 0 n. a. - no data available 1. - Talavera de la Réina 2. - Tarancôn 3. - Madrilejos 4. - Villacanas 5. - Navalcân and Parrillas 6. - San Pablo de los Montes 7. - Camunas 8. - Mariana, Sotos y Zarzuela i 2(£ 7. Work schedule Category of work Main work Commencement " ^'''i''"^ijm,m>mmmimmmé> • a. M I, 1. 3. 1995 Completion 30. 6. 1996 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for waste disposal and sewerage, water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 5. 66%. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The set of projects will contribute to: preserving, protecting and improving the quality of the environment and satisfactory management of water resources. these measures will provide adequate All to municipalities which do not now have this. This will reduce the pollution of the municipalities' rivers, thereby producing a substantial improvement in water quality treatment of waste water Compliance with Directive. 91/271/EEC on the treatment of urban waste water The municipal rules on waste disposal apply. These require industrial waste to be pictieated before it is discharged into the general sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 18 512 914 18 512 914 80% 14 810 331 %U Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/034 1. Title Collection and treatment of waste water on the Catalan coast. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Junta de Sanejament 3. 2. Address: Provença, 204-208 - 08036 Barcelona 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Catalonia Description 5. Integrated group of nine projects for the construction of a complex of waste-water treatment plants, a network of sewers and underwater sewage outfalls. All the plants will carry out the following treatments: filtering of coarse and fine solids, removal of sand and grease, flow-metering, mixing and flocculation, primary décantation, biological reaction, secondary décantation, recirculation of sludge and chlorination. Sludge treatment will involve extraction and run-off of primary sludge, thickening of primary sludge, mixing, digestion, storage of digested sludge, dehydration by means of press-filters and storage of dehydrated sludge. In most cases it is planned to use the sludge in agriculture. 1. Vilanova i la Geltru system lu Water-treatment will involve passage through a static screen, removal of sand and grease, mixing of flocculation, primary décantation, biological reaction and secondary décantation. Sludge-treatment will involve thickening, dehydration and passage through press-filters. It is planned to pass the sludge after dehydration through a thermal dryer for subsequent treatment in an existing incinerator. The sewers will be of reinforced concrete. There already exist 14 600 m of sewers of 600 mm diameter and above and five pumping stations. 2. Cunit-Cubelles system The Cunit-Cubelles waste-water treatment plant will be of precisely the same type as the Teià plant, including the dehydration of the sludge using press-filters. The Cunit-Cubelles sewage outfall will be 500 mm diameter, 2 267 m long and built of asbestos-cement. Part of the sewer system has already been built: one sewer, 400 mm diameter by '« 400 m long, will take water from Avda. de la Font via a double pipe 250 mm diameter and 300 m long. The other sewer, 500 mm diameter and 2 600 mm long, will run from the Cubelles pumping station. 3. Cambrils system Water treatment: flow-metering, filtering of fine solids, removal of sand and grease, primary décantation, passage via a by-pass spillway for biological treatment, secondary décantation and flow-metering. Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological sludge, mixing, pumping to digestion tank, anaerobic digestion, storage of sludge, mechanical drying using press-filters. The planned average daily through-flow 4 107 m3/n. is 64 424 m3 with a peak flow of A newly constructed sewer on the coast to collect waste from independent outlets has two pressure pipes, one of 400 mm diameter and 1 776 m long, the other 630 mm diameter and 2 193 m long. Pumping from the point of collection to the future treatment plant will be by means of two pressure pipes 900 mm diameter and 3 675 m long. Treated water will be disposed of via a 900 mm diameter outfall. 2GG A sewer, 400 mm diameter and 986 m long, will connect the town of Vinyols to the system. 4. Altafulla system The planned treatment plant will have a capacity of 10 000 to 40 000 p. e. , with a seasonal variation of 10 to 1, with no reduction in the level of nutrients. The plant will carry out pretreatment, chemical precipitation with primary décantation in the high season, biological treatment of activated sludge by full oxidation in the low season and by traditional methods in the high season, secondary décantation and aerobic digestion in the high season and, possibly, chemical stabilization. Sludge treatment will use a thickener with anaerobic digestion and a press-filter, the product of which will be suitable for agricultural use. The sewers will be 400 mm diameter and 10 000 m long. 5. Torredembarra system Water treatment: filtering of coarse and fine solids, removal of sand and grease, « primary décantation, passage via a by-pass spillway for biological treatment, secondary décantation, flow-metering. Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological sludge, mixing, pumping to the digestion tank, anaerobic digestion, storage of sludge, mechanical drying using press-filters. 6. Blanes system Water treatment: flow-metering, filtering of fine solids, removal of sand and grease, primary décantation, passage via a by-pass spillway for biological treatment, secondary décantation, flow-metering, disinfection. Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological sludge, mixing, pumping to digestion tank, anaerobic digestion, storage of sludge, mechanical drying using press-filters. 7. Sitges system Water treatment: filtering of fine solids, removal of sand and grease, pnm. uv décantation, biological treatment, secondary décantation. Sludge treatment: thickening of primary sludge, thickening of excess biological sludge, mixing, pumping to digestion tank, anaerobic digestion and mechanical drying. 8. Matarô system X 9 The following treatments will be carried out: pretreatment and primary décantation, biological reaction, secondary décantation, chlorination, recirculation of active sludge, sludge thickening, sludge pumping, dehydration of sludge and deodorization. 9. Teià system The plant has a design capacity of more than 40 000 p. e. , with a seasonal variation of 3 to 1, with no reduction in the level of nutrients. The plant will carry out pretreatment, primary décantation, biological treatment of conventional activated sludge, secondary décantation and mesophilic anaerobic digestion. The sludge will be dehydrated and composted. Given the increase in the population and the establishment of new industries, it is planned to increase the number of sewers. The new sewers will be of glass- fibre-reinforced polyester with a diameter of between 350 mm and 600 mm and a length of 20 950 m. There are eight pumping stations. Objectives The objectives of the different subprojects are given in the following tables: SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: 95/11/61/034 Vilanova i la Geltru Cubelles Cambrils Altafulla Torredem -barra Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (p. e. ) Additional summer population (p. e. ) Average total BOD5 on entry (mg/1) Average total BOD5 on exit (mg/1) Average total SS on entry (mg/1) 80 000 43 200 171 252 39 528 100 194 8 0 0 00 65 000 171 252 65 000 106 896 30 000 40 000 151 130 25 350 88 600 300 375 250 375 250 25 25 25 25 25 300 300 300 228 300 Aa Average total SS on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (m>) SSSSS6SSSS9B Percentage from industry I W i l l i ', III I n. ' I W — —8 35 35 25 25 25 15 000 16 250 25 000 8 292 33 381 15% 10% 10% 95/11/61/034 Blanes Sitges Matarô Teià iir. ii. i'iiM'M'iniir'i. iiiiii i 11. re 89 796 95 000 172 000 82 400 109 989 60 000 172 000 82 400 64 133 75 000 35 000 28 260 350 360 475 400 20 20 25 20 420 25 320 375 600 20 35 20 19 296 18 000 57 000 22 500 iiM^ffiikWWIIiiWilPWiWft 10% 20% 5% Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (p. e. ) Additional summer population (p. e. ) Average total BOD5 on entry (mg/1) Average total BOD5 on exit (mg/1) Average total S S on entry (mg/1) Average total S S on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (m3) Percentage from industry 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement ,iiii"n. n-i. ljlWiir,v Mii-iiWiniiiii"iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiif,iiiiiniB»' Completion $. (,' Construction work 1. 3. 1995 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments with a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 8. 2% overall and 5. 09% for Cambrils, 28. 5% for Matarô, 7. 4% for Teià, 2. 8% for Cunit-Cubelles, 5. 3% for Sitges, 4. 6% for Vilanova, 9. 1% for Blanes, 0. 2% for Altafulla and 0. 9°/ for Torredembarra. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The conservation, protection and improvement of the coastal environment is of vital importance in this area which is subject to very considerable population pressure from mass tourism and property development. Furthermore, the use of water for bathing requires that it reach suitable health standards. Satisfactory management of water resources in marine environments involves the reduction of all effluent which might, because of its continuing toxicity or through bioaccumulation, damage the environment. It is also important to put a stop to the contamination of ground water and bring water that is already contaminated up to drinking-water quality, whilst at the same time protecting the quality of ground water not suffering from the effects of pollution. When Directive 91/271/EEC. discharged, treated water will meet the requirements of The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require ' iste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: 73 649 452 Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): 73 649 452 1} "L> Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 80% 58 919 562 The total cost can be broken down as follows (in ecus); Vilanova i la Geltru Cubelles Cambnls Altafulla Torredembarra Blanes Sitges Matarô Teià 6 751 969 5 267 275 931 476 6 480 905 13 368 407 9 099 142 9 635 110 S 747 990 4 983 890 7JJ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/035 1. Title: Integral clean-up of the Vigo Estuary 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direction General de Planification 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Consellerfa de Polftica Territorial, Obras Pûblicas e Vivienda (Direcciôn Xeral de Obras Pûblicas) 3. 2. Address: Edificios Administratives de San Caetano 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Galicia 5. Description Installation of the Lagares river waste-water treatment plant (Vigo) to treat most of the urban waste water from the town of Vigo currently discharged totally untreated into the Vigo estuary and the river Lagares. Construction of the main interceptors for Cangas de Morrazo and installation of the Cangas waste-water treatment plant with a view to treating waste which is currently discharged directly without treatment. Collector on the bank of the river Lagares (Parroquia de Cabrai) provided for in the PESIV (special plan for the integral clean-up of Vigo). Extension of the collectors installed by the Xunta to the headwaters of the river Lagares in Cabrai parish with a view to completing the clean-up of the river basin so that its banks can be rehabilitated for urban use. This is of great importance because the Lagares runs through the city centre of Vigo. Collectors for the banks of the estuary, sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 7,8, 9, 10; pretreatment, spillway and pumping station, calle Coruna. These measures, provided for in the PESIV, involve installing an interceptor sewer to run along the full length of the coastal front of the city of Vigo from the La Gufa forest to the Bouzas church. This project is supplemented by the sections already installed by the Vigo town council to channel waste water from Bouzas to the Lagares treatment plant. The town council is currently completing sections 5 and 6. Installation of collectors and waste-water treatment plant at Teis (municipality of Vigo). This project involves the installation of interceptors running from the borders of the municipalities of Vigo and Redondela to the area of Teis and the construction of a waste-water treatment plant there. All of the waste water produced north of the La Guia forest will then be channelled to the treatment plant to be built at Teis. Zamans waste-water treatment plant. This project involves treating waste water from the area of Zamans (a high area situated in the south of the municipality of Vigo) and from Vigo's university campus. This will mean that waste water from the area of Vigo currently discharging into the Vilaza river (a tributary of the river Minor which empties into the Baiona estuary) can be treated. Integral clean-up of the bed of the Vigo estuary. Installation of interceptors for Vilaboa, Arcade, Pontesampaio and the rest of the bed of the Vigo estuary and a waste-water treatment plant to solve the problem caused by discharges throughout this area, where the population density is increasing, with countless communities and considerable population pressure, particularly in coastal areas. Expansion of Redondela's collectors. The Redondela waste-water treatment plant was completed in 1992. It carries out secondary treatment and discharges into the sea through an outfall. Ever since the plant began operating there has been a need to improve the system of interceptors, which were poorly built in the 1970s and are currently in a poor state of repair. It is also necessary to expand the system so as to channel to the Redondela plant all the waste water produced from the municipality of Vigo to the northern area, waste water from which will be channelled to the plant for the system serving the bed of the Vigo estuary. Waste-water collector and treatment plant at Moana. Installation of the main interceptors for Villa de Moana and the Moana waste-water treatment plant, with a view to treating urban waste water which is currently discharged direcdy without treatment. 2?3 Integral clean-up of Gondomar and the Minor river. Clean-up of the bed of the Baiona estuary and the Minor river and rehabilitation of the Ramallosa wetlands. Installation of collectors and secondary waste-water treatment plant at Nigrân. The municipality of Nigran carries out pretreatment before discharging through an outfall which has recently been extended. In view of the number of inhabitants equivalent discharging in this area and the substantial seasonal increase in population which has resulted from the strong development of tourism in the area, a secondary treatment plant is needed. The system of collectors must also be extended to increase its length and the number of inhabitants served. 6. Aims The main objective of this project is to provide urban waste-water treatment facilities for the inhabitants of the Vigo estuary who currently discharge their waste into the estuary. This means providing treatment facilities for some 754 000 inhabitants equivalent. The volume of water to be treated in treatment plants amounts to around 8 000 m3/h at normal flow rate, i. e. around 192 000 mVday. Secondary objectives concern the recovery of various coastal areas of the estuary for public and tourist use. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES for the Vigo waste-water treatment plant, which represents 70% of the total project: current population: 400 000 inhabitants design population equivalent: 500 000 inhabitants total average BOD5 on entry: 231 mg/1 total average BOD5 on exit: < 25 mg/1 total average SS on entry: total average SS on exit: < 25 mg/1 average daily volume of water: 129 600 m3/day. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 12. 1994 Completion 31. 12. 1998 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: - - investments with a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 7. 4% overall and 8. 9% for the Zamans treatment plant, 8. 2% for the Cangas treatment plant, 7. 6% for the Teis treatment plant and collectors, 8. 3% for the integral clean-up of Moafla, 7. 3% for the bed of the Vigo estuary and Redondela, 8. 0% for the clean-up of the Minor river and 6. 9% for the clean-up of the Lagares basin. 9. Environmental impact analysis The project will have a positive effect on the preservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment, as well as to the protection of public health and the rational use of water Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC on urban waste water treatment as well as Directives 79/923/EEC on the quality required of shellfish waters and 76/160/EEC on the quality of bathing water. The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of the aid 86 198 505 85 459 239 80% 68 367 391 Lagares river treatment plant Cangas collector and treatment plant Cabrai collector Estuary bank collector, sections 7 and 8 Estuary bank collector, sections 9 and 10 Pretreatment, spillway and pumping station, C/ Coruna Zamans treatment plant Integral clean-up of Moafia Teis collector and treatment plant Clean-up of the bed of the Vigo estuary Estuary bank collector, sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 Expansion of Redondela collectors £K (in ecus) 1 609 735 059 806 622 407 981 709 688 183 037 154 513 507 7 540 521 14 101 513 5 797 083 8 439 962 4 189 178 Expansion of Nigrân collectors and secondary treatment plant Integral clean-up of Gondomar and the river Minor 3 862 668 4 836 036 m Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under _;, Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/036 1. Name of project: Construction of collectors and waste-water treatment plants in Valencia. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid Body responsible for implementation Name: Address: Entitat Pûblica de Sanejament d'Aigues Residuals C/General Elio, 8 - 46010 Valencia 3. 2. Location 4. 4. 1. 4. 2. 5. Member State: Spain Region: Valencia Description Set of three sewerage projects involving the collection and treatment of waste water to prevent it from being discharged untreated into public water courses. The projects are part of the master plan for sewerage of the Comunidad Valenciana. 6. Objectives SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES 95/11/61/036 Bunol Alborache Turia Xatiya Current population (inhabitants) 12 000 t}h 45 000 95 000 40 000 400 25 760 35 345 25 422 35 325 20 250 20 7 000 24 500 7 000 67. 2 11 8 Design population equivalent (PE) Total average BODs on entry (mg/1) Total average BODs on exit Total average S S on entry (mg/1) Total average SS on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (mVday) Percentage of industrial water 7. Work schedule Category of work ]•:. '• Commencement Completion XATIVA 27. 5. 95 CAMDELTURIA 18. 8. 95 BUNOL ALBORACHE 22. 2. 95 27. 8. 96 19. 2. 97 22. 5. 96 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments with a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 12% for Bufiol-Alborache, 10% for Camp del Turia and 10%) for Xâtiva. 27^ 9. Assessment of environmental impact Conservation, protection and improvement of the environment. Improvement of the quality of the environment in urban and protected areas. Better public health. Compliance withDirective 91/271/EEC. The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of the aid Campo de Turia Xativa Bufiol-Alborache 21 636 538 21 636 538 80% 17 309 231 8 444 390 5 717 652 7 474 496 3r Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund smmsBmaeamimmammm ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/037 1. Title: Treatment of waste water at Lorca, Murcia 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Location 4. C. A. de Murcia. C. de Medio Ambiente. Direcciôn General del Agua Plaza Santona S/N, 5a Planta - 30071 Murcia 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Mucia 5. Description The project involves collecting waste water from the town of Lorca for transport to a treatment plant and discharge into a public watercourse after treatment. It also includes the waste water from the small district where the treatment plant is located (2 000 inhabitants). The work involves the following: (a) Outfalls: Four outfall sections will be built leading to the treatment plant: Section I: from the existing tannery treatment plant to the intersection with water from the existing treatment plant at Tiata. Uo Section II: from the existing treatment plant at Tiata to the intersection with water from the existing tannery treatment plant. Section ITJ: from the above-mentioned intersection to the new treatment plant. Section IV: from the La Hoya district to the new treatment plant. This will require a total of 7 820 m of gravity pipeline 1 000 mm in diameter and 2 300 m of pressure pipe 500 mm in diameter. (b) The treatment plant will include at least two identical systems entailing the following processes: - entry works, tank for coarse materials, general bypass; - lifting of raw water; - pretreatment, including: coarse screening fine screening * * * desanding and degreasing * withdrawal and concentration of sand skimming and concentration of grease; * initial settling (with or without addition of reagents); - flow meter; - - biological treatment with activated sludge; - - recirculation of biological sludge; - disinfection of effluent using chlorine, ozone or ultraviolet. secondary settling; 6. Aims General objective: - To improve the conditions of the receiving water (Guadalentin river). Specific objectives: - Current population: 100 000 inhabitants - Current population equivalent: 292 667 inhabitants equivalent - Total BOD5: 17 560 kg/day - 878 mg/1 domestic and 12 261 kg/day industrial - BODs effluent: 25 mg/1 - Total SS: 343 mg/1; 6 860 kg/day domestic and 11 586 kg/day industrial - Current volume of water treated: 20 000 rnVday - Rate, characteristics and % of industrial water: chromium, sulphides, 23% of water treated. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion s Main work 1. 9. 1995 30. 3. 1997 2 £i 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: - - - - - investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits, reuse of the treated water. The internal rate of return is 13. 662%. In addition, there are other benefits which are difficult to quantify, regarding the impact which the project could have on the waters of the Guadalentin river and its associated aquifers. 9. Environmental impact analysis - Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC. - The clean-up of the river Lorca is important because this is the third largest city in Murcia, so that the project will contribute to the conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment and particularly to integrated pollution control and the prevention of discharge of liquid waste. The degree of treatment before discharge of waste water from the tanning industry must comply with Directive 76/464/EEC, particularly with regard to the pollution load of chromium. - The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 10 349 735 10 349 735 80% 8 279 788 i t. S3 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/038 1. Title Waste-water treatment plant for Pamplona 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Departamento de Administraciôn Local (NILSA) 3. 2. Address: Bias de la Serna, 1, Edif. Fuerte Principe II 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain • 4. 2. Region: Navarre Description 5. The district of Pamplona currently has only pnmary treatment eliminating 34% of BOD5. This project will add water, sludge and gas treatment systems and additicr. rJ installations to the existing facilities. Treatment will be biological by activated sludge. There will be six circular settling tanks with an upward flowrate at normal flow of 0. 5 m/hour, and diametral bridges. The current digestion capacity of the sludge treatment system will be doubled with the construction of new anaerobic digesters. 6. Aims MAIN OBJECTIVES - To solve Navarre's most serious environmental problem. - To provide adequate treatment of the largest discharge of waste water in the Ebro basin which is not biologically treated. - To comply with Directives 92/271/EEC and 78/759/EEC, with current values of 178 mg/1 in the discharged water and 100 mg/1 in the river. SECONDARY OBJECTIVES - To improve the river environment and eliminate nuisance along a 70 km stretch of the river Arga. - To revive the traditional recreational uses along the same stretch of river. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES - Current population: 263 000 inhabitants - Design population equivalent: 466 000 inhabitants - Total average BODs on entry: 270 mg/1 - Total average BOD5 on exit: < 12 mg/1 - Total average SS on entry: 246 mg/1 - Total average SS on exit: < 15 mg/1 - Average daily volume of water: 129 600 m3/day - Percentage of industrial water: 44% 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 7. 1995 L | Completion 1. 8. 1998 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, - - - charges for discharge and sewerage, and water rates (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 9. 33%. 2$r 9. Assessment of environmental impact Conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment. Improvement of the quality of the environment in urban centres and protected areas and landscapes. Improvement in public health. Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC as well as Directives 78/659/EEC on the quality of fresh waters needing protection or improvement in order to support fish life and 76/160/EEC on the quality of bathing water. The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 23 639 577 23 639 577 80% 18 911 662 '48 G Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/039 1. Title: Waste-water treatment plants for Madrid 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Agencia de Medio Ambiente de la Comunidad de Madrid. 3. 2. Address: C/ Princesa, 3 - 28008 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Madrid 5. Description This set of projects are all priority measures included in Madrid's waste water disposal and treatment plan for 1995-2005. The measures include: construction of 11 (on-land) outfalls or waste-water collectors, construction of five other on-land outfalls to transport waste water from 24 municipalities to waste-water treatment plants which exist already or are soon to be built. All of these measures comply with all the requirements of Directive 91/271/EEC on the treatment of urban waste water. Five of the measures constitute the first phase in the construction of collectors and outfalls. The first phase concerns the conceptual design, preparation of expropriation contracts and, where applicable, the environmental impact analysis. 6. Aims The general strategy of the set of projects concerning Madrid coincides with Madrid's waste water disposal and treatment plan for 1995-2005, which involves the treatment of all waste water from the Madrid region in compliance with legislation and planning, and particularly with Directive 91/271/EEC. The main objective of this set of projects, included in the Fifth European Community Programme of Policy and Action in relation to the Environment and Sustainable Development, is the management of water resources. Intermediate objectives of all the proposed measures include: - - reducing river pollution, reducing the degree of eutrophication of supply reservoirs or environmentally protected reservoirs, recovery of soil, flora, fauna and landscape of river banks and reservoirs, improving the security and quality of the drinking-water supply, facilitating the reuse and economizing of water, - - - preventing waste water from having a negative effect on public health and the environment, thereby improving the quality of life. All of the proposed measures are directly related to the attainment of these objectives, being waste-water disposal and treatment works intended to comply with the deadlines and quality standards laid down in Directive 91/271/EEC. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 20. 1. 1994 Completion 1. 8. 1996 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: - investments with a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, sewerage charges (running costs are covered by contributions from users), - environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 14. 83% overall; Brunete outfall: 11. 32%; the Grifiôn-Torrejôn de la Calzada-Torrejôn de Velasco outfall: 13. 13%; El Alamo: 10. 26%; the Humanes collectors: 31. 16%; the Fuenfria valley collector, Cercedilla: 19. 88%; the San Agustin de Guadalix outfall: 9. 78%; outfall from Valdemanco to the Bustarviejo treatment plant: 16. 80%; northern collector for Moraleja de Enmedio: 19. 73%; Braojos-Gascones-La Sema outfall: 6. 24%; 2U outfall for SeviUa la Nueva 7. 87%; outfall for Nuevo Baztin-Olmeda-Villar del Olmo: 10. 95%; outfall for Boadilla II treatment plant: 37. 35%; outfall from Boadilla to the Guadarrama Medio treatment plant: 11. 32%; Navalagamella outfall 8. 08%; Valdeolomos-Alalpardo outfall: 11. 50% 9. Environmental impact analysis Conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment. Improved environmental quality in urban and protected areas. Improved public health Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. 4 324 711 4 324 711 80% 3 459 768 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of the aid Ecus 1 Brunete outfall 757 748 462 041 2 Grinôn-Torrejôn de la Calzada- Torrejôn de Velasco outfall 3 El Âlamo outfall 640 697 4 Humanes collectors 5 Adapted collector for Valle de la Fuenfria, Cercedilla 6 San Agustin de Guadalix outfall 258 743 154 013 437 399 505 165 7 outfall from Valdemanco to Bustarviejo treatment plant 8 northern collector 246 422 for Moraleja de Enmedio 9 Braojos- Gascones-Lâ Serna outfall 43 123 10 Sevilla la Nueva outfall 36 963 11 Nuevo Baztin- Olmeda-Villar del Olmo outfall 12 Outfall for treatment plant Boadilla II 13 outfall from Boadilla to the Guadarrama Medio treatment plant 14 Navalagamella outfall 15 Valdeolomos- Alalpardo outfall 43 1241 92 408 92 408 308 027 246 422 Total 4 324 711 lcl Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/039-1 1. Title: Waste water treatment plants in the Balearic Islands 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Consejeria de Obras Pûblicas (Instituto Balear de Saneamiento) 3. 2. Address: Avda. Gabriel Alomar y Villalonga, 33 Palma de Mallorca 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Autonomous Community of the Balearic Islands 5. Technical description The project involves the construction and expansion of five waste-water treatment plants and the installation of a collector to serve one of the treatment plants. Description of the work 1. SON SERVERA TREATMENT PLANT The plant's treatment process currently consists of screening, initial settling, digestion, thickening and drying of sludge. The project to expand the plant involves the use of some of the existing facilities and demolition of others, specifically: %*)A new pretreatment consisting of screening, de-sanding and grease removal. All of these processes will take place inside a deodorized building; overhauling of the existing settling tank and associated sludge digestion facilities; double, carrousel-type activation tank with turbine aerator to operate at low load during the winter and at medium load during the summer; double secondary settling tank; improvements to the sludge drying building, including deodorization; restyling of the existing operations building. 2. SA RAPITA Y SESTANYOL TREATMENT PLANT (municipality of Campos) The treatment plant for the urban centres of Sa Râpita and SEstanyol consists of the following works and facilities: screening in canal double-line carrousel-type biological treatment double secondary settling tank sludge thickening sludge drying on filter belt. The screening and sludge dehydration processes take place inside a building which can be deodorized. The building also houses a workshop, laboratory and control room. 3. SA RAPITA Y SESTANYOL COLLECTORS (municipality of Campos) Waste water from Sa Râpita is concentrated at two points at both edges of the urban area close to the shore line. At each of these points a pumping station will be built to transport the water to a third main pumping station which will transport the water to the treatment plant. The total installed power is 13. 5 = 7. 35 kW. 4. CAPDEPERA TREATMENT PLANT - CALA RATJADA The treatment processes at the existing plant at Cala Ratjada consist of screening, desanding and grease removal, two compact units for secondary biological treatment, each consisting of a circular aeration device and circular central settling tank with scrapers and a tertiary clarification basin. The process is completed by a double-sludge digester and double thickener. Screening takes place inside a building. Another building houses a blower unit to produce air and the belt filter for sludge drying. The following work is involved: replacement of the existing screening installation with one of sufficient capacity, 2 ^L deodorization of the screening building, new system for desanding and grease removal, additional biological treatment to receive the flow which cannot be treated by the existing facilities, new secondary settling tank, replacement of the blowers with new ones able to cope with the entire flow, replacement of the belt filter with two centrifuges, each capable of taking 70% of the flow. 5. ALCUDIA TREATMENT PLANT This project concerns the expansion and improvement of the waste-water treatment plant for the municipality of Alcudia (Mallorca) in order to attain the treatment capacity currently required. The plant will have two treatment systems. A new sludge treatment system will be installed to be shared by both waste-water treatment systems. The following treatment will be included: joint pretreatment for both treatment systems, fine screening (replacement of existing phase), lamination and storage of the effluent (integration of existing phase), desanding, grease removal, pre-aeration (existing) A - System 1 (exists already) initial settling, denhrification (improvement of existing oxidation tank), oxidation/nitrification, final settling, chlorination, recirculation of biological sludge, pump for surplus sludge, pump for primary sludge. B - System 2 (new) initial settling, denitrification, oxidation, final settling, chlorination (existing) Sludge treatment system (new) pre-thickening of primary sludge (existing thickeners), anaerobic digestion of primary sludge (existing), aerobic stabilization of surplus biological sludge, l\ 3 mechanical drying for all sludge (expansion). SAN LORENZO TREATMENT PLANT The aim of this project is to study and design the expansion of the waste water treatment plant for the municipalities of Sant Llorenc des Cardassar (Mallorca). It will involve the following treatment processes: WATER SYSTEM flow distribution fine screening desanding, grease removal flow meter initial settling (existing) biological treatment of waste water secondary settling chlorination SLUDGE SYSTEM recirculation of biological sludge pumping of surplus biological sludge sludge digestion sludge drying storage and disposal of sludge. 6. Aims Specific objectives Current population (inhabitants) Design population equivalent (IE) Total average BOD, on entry (mg/1) Son Servera Sa Râpita* Cardepera Alcudia San Lorenzo 7 000 25 000 28 000 70 000 50 000 450 300 450 V\ 4 25 30 25 25 25 450 350 300 25 35 35 35 35 6 250 1 750 7 000 18 000 12 500 Total average BOD, on exit (mg/1) total average SS on entry (mg/1) total average SS on exit (mg/1) Average daily volume of water (mVday) * The project includes the construction of the collectors 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 11. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1996 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on: investments for a useful life of 20 years, running and maintenance costs, sewerage charges (running costs are covered by contributions from users), environmental benefits. The internal rate of return is 14. 64% overall; Capdepera: 11. 39%; Son Servera: 8. 58%; San Lorenzo: 23. 15%; Alcudia: 27. 58%; Sa Râpita: 6. 68%. 9. Assessment of environmental impact • Conservation, protection and improvement of the quality of the environment. Improved environmental quality in urban and protected areas. Improved public health Compliance with Directive 91/271/EEC The municipal rules on the discharge of liquid waste apply. These require industrial waste to be pretreated before it is discharged into the sewer system. If] 5 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: Breakdown of costs (in ecus) Son Servera Sa Râpita Râpita collectors Cardepera Alcudia San Lorenzo 8 386 982 8 386 982 80% 6 709 585 1 983 699 1 453 892 729 409 1 626 387 1 158 185 1 435 410 v\ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/043-1 1. Name of project: Project concerning waste management and the decontamination of polluted ground m the Autonomous Community of Asturias. « 2. Authority making the application 2 1 2. 2 Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid J. f Body responsible for implementation 3 ! 2 2. Name: Address: Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Urbanismo C/ Coronel Aranda s/n - 33005 Oviedo 4. Location 4. 1. Member State. Spain 4 2. Region: Asturias Autonomous Community: Asturias q Description Marpol - Asturias Implementation of a plan for the collection of waite. from-ships moored in the ports along the Asturian coastline. The measure includes: - a preliminary study to determine the quantities of oily waste to be collected in the various ports; creation of an infrastructure for collection in commercial ports, fishing ports and marinas, consisting of 49 collection centres, including 17 autonomous centres with a capacity of 500 to 30 000 litres and 32 secondary centres with capacities ranging from 100 to 1 000 litres; construction of a plant for the pretreatment of the waste, with a total capacity "of 150 000 litres and of a treatment capacity of lOmVhour, permitting the _,-. treatment of 141 250 m3 in under 24 hours; Objectives Marpol - Asturias To eliminate irregular discharge of oil generated by maritime activities which pollute the water, to recover the hydrocarbons and obtain effluents with concentrations of less than 15 ppm. To build collection centres with a total capacity of 72 000 litres and 6 500 litres in the autonomous and secondary centres, respectively, in area I (Vegado-Aviles), and 66 000 litres and 7 500 litres respectively in the autonomous and secondary centres of area II (Llumeres-Busto). Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The internal rate of return of the Marpol project is 6%, an average rate if one does not consider the unquantifiable advantages for the environment, which include: reduction of environmental risks and pollution, conservation of marine resources, improvement of public health, useful life of the project: 20 years. Assessment of environmental impact Marpol - Asturias The treatment of oily waste will prevent water pollution control, stop the deterioration of the landscape and enable the land to be used for other purposes. 2^£ 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus! Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 979 528 979 528 80% 783 623 £1*) Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under "r Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/043-2 1. Name of project: Project concerning waste management and the recovery of contaminated ground at Boecillo (Valladolid). 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: 4. Location Consejeria de Medio Ambiente y Orientaciôn del Territorio C/Nicolas Salmerôn 5, 47071 Valladolid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Valladolid Autonomous Community: Castile-Leôn 5. Description Clean-up of ground contaminated by industrial waste at Boecillo (Valladolid) owing to the location of the rubbish tip near a public watercourse and an urban centre. The project distinguishes three different areas, each to receive specific treatment: - areas II and III: sealing, drainage of surrounding area using baffles; - area I: removal of waste and restructuring of space. \UD 6. Objectives The principal objective is to decontaminate a site polluted by various types of industrial waste and convert it into a recreational area. The secondary objectives are to increase awareness of the population, restore a deteriorated site and reafforest of the banks of the river. The project covers 150 000 m2 of waste and 100 000 m2 of bare ground. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement I Completion Construction 1. 10. 1995 31. 3. 1996 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following elements: - Investments with a useful lifetime of twenty years; - Maintenance costs; - Removal of the risk of pollution; - Net book value of the property after environmental rehabilitation; - Environmental benefits arising from the reduction of pollution. The internal rate of return is 61%. 9. Assessment of environmental impact This project will have a major impact on the environment: the site will be recovered for use and there will be no more danger of pollution of the groundwater. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 780 401 1 780 401 80% 1 424 321 3o{ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/043-3 1. Name of project: Projects concerning the closure and sealing of clandestine tips in Extremadura. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Consejeria de Obras Pûblicas, Urbanismo y Medio Ambiente 3. 2. Address: CI Enrique Diez Canedo, s/n, Badajoz 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. 5. Region: Badajoz Autonomous Community: Extremadura Description The general characteristics of this set of 22 projects, all of which are similar, can be summarized as follows: Transport of waste: If necessary (because of the location of the tipping site), waste is transferred by lorry (15 km maximum) for burial in another area. The old rubbish tip is cleaned by excavation and the spoil is treated as waste. The total volume to be transported is estimated at 243 960 m3. Transfer and compaction of waste: For the purposes of sealing, the waste is moved to the burial site for compaction. During this phase, the waste is levelled so as to fit in with the ^ > 2_ surrounding relief. The total volume 975 848 m3. to be dealt with is estimated at Proofing of waste using geotextiles. The area concerned is estimated at 4 630 000 m2. Burial and integration with the relief Once compacted and waterproofed, waste is covered with a drainage layer and then with filling material of suitable agronomic quality (final adjustment to surrounding relief at this stage). Lastly it is covered with a third layer of topsoil. The volume of material is estimated at 4 360 000 m3, broken down as follows: 0. 10 m3 of drainage material, 0. 60 m3 of filling material, 0. 30 m3 of topsoil. required for sealing Restoration of the natural environment Reafforestation with indigenous herbaceous and woody species, covering a total estimated area of 463 ha. Objectives The number of tips to be sealed varies substantially between projects. The grouping of tips was determined on the basis of geographical proximity in order to reduce the clean-up and transport costs to a minimum. The following table shows the tip sites and the areas and volumes concerned: 30J> Environ -mental restorat ion Ha. 12. 65 14. 50 55. 95 20. 46 8. 19 27. 78 22. 33 40. 69 < 19. 57 40. 83 P R O J E CT Transport and waste m3 Moving and compacting m3 Proofing m2 Burial and integration m3 BADAJOZ 1 6 687 BADAJOZ 2 7 638 26 668 30 555 BADAJOZ 3 29 476 117 904 BADAJOZ 4 10 780 43 121 BADAJOZ 5 4 316 BADAJOZ 6 14 635 BADAJOZ 7 11 765 BADAJOZ 8 21 438 BADAJOZ 9 10 314 21 512 BADAJOZ 10 BADAJOZ 11 17 265 58 541 47 060 85 751 41 256 86 048 18 446 21 135 81 555 29 827 11 942 40 493 32 552 59 314 28 537 59 520 18 446 21 135 81 555 29 827- 11 942 40 493 32 552 59 315 28 537 59 520 10 096 40 380 27 931 27 931 19. 16 CACERES 1 8 812 635 244 CACERES 2 6 638 CACERES 3 24 069 CACERES 4 7 512 CACERES 5 4 878 CACERES 6 8 100 CACERES 7 9 966 CACERES 8 5 356 CACERES 9 4 898 CACERES 10 7 898 CACERES 11 7 196 26 553 96 277 30 048 19 512 32 399 39 864 21 440 19 589 31 593 28 780 24 379 18 367 66 595 20 784 13 497 22 411 27 574 14 830 13 550 21 853 19 907 24 379 18 367 66 595 20 784 13 497 22 411 27 574 14 830 13 55U 21 853 19 907 16. 72 12. 60 45. 68 14. 26 9. 26 15. 37 18. 91 10. 17 9. 29 14. 98 13. 65 3o<f 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Construction 1. 4. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following: investments with a useful life of twenty years; maintenance costs; social value of the restored woodland; net book value of environmentally restored property; environmental advantages arising from the reduction in pollution. The internal rate of return is 68%. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The positive effects of the project on the environment can be summarized as follows: reduction of the risks of pollution of the environment, improvement of public health and safety, promotion of projects for sustainable socio-economic development by solving environmental problems from the past. improvement of the quality of life in rural communities. increase in the awareness of citizens and industry to the policies to encourage recycling. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 9 610 468 9 610 468 80% 7 688 374 ^ éT Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/043-5 1. Name of project: Construction of collection centres for recyclable waste * 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162. 28071 Madrid 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Location 4. Direcciôn General de Medio Ambiente de Madrid C/ Princesa, 3 - 28008 Madrid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Madrid Autonomous Community: Madrid 5. Description Construction of collection centres for recyclable waste in Getafe, Alcobendas and Madrid to extend the existing network. Users will be able to bring their domestic waste to these collection points after having sorted it themselves. This service is free to users and takes waste cardboard, paper, tetra-bricks, plastic, glass, used motor oil, X-rays, button batteries, car batteries, aerosols and paint remnants. 6. Objectives To separate at source the various types of domestic waste, in order to recycle the raw materials that they contain. To reduce the quantity of waste deposited in rubbish tips and lengthen the -lifetime of the tips. To prevent the formation of highly toxic leachate, formed when domestic waste is eliminated together with other types waste, like batteries, X-rays, medicines or paint. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Construction 1. 6. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages , The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following: - investments with a useful life of twenty years; running and maintenance costs; recycling of the deposited waste; economies in terms of tips and clean-ups. The internal rate of return is 9. 68%, showing that the project is both economically and environmentally profitable. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The environmental impact is positive. The selective treatment of certain types of waste (batteries, X-rays, paint, etc) will prevent the risks posed by joint elimination of such products with domestic waste. This project will also help to educate the population to sort their waste before disposing of it. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 739 431 739 431 80% 591 545 lot Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under -- Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/61/043-7 1. Title: The treatment of waste and recovery of polluted sites in the Basque Country 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. 2. 2. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Departamento de Urbanismo, Vivienda y Medio Ambiente 3. 2. Address: C/ Sameniego, 2 - 01008 Vitona 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Autonomous Community: Basque country 5. Description Study relating to the construction of a safety cell for contaminated waste and soil: this involves determining the possibility of placing a safety cell for waste and soil contaminated with HCH on the left bank of the Nerviôn river. The operation includes: a viability study for cleaning soil contaminated with HCH (pesticide) in the municipalities concerned, in order to determine the real volume of waste and contaminated soil to be removed and stored in the cell; a study on the geological, hydrogeological and geotechnical characteristics of the selected site, in order to determine how to seal it and ensure the stability of the structure over time. > o V>« 6. Aims Study relating to the construction of a safety cell The project will seek to solve the environmental and public health problems caused by the existence of numerous dumping sites on the left bank of the Nerviôn (more than twenty) where a large part of the 82 000 tonnes of waste from production of the pesticide Lindane (HCH) have been dumped. The ultimate objective is to eliminate all of this waste and to recover the contaminated soil, in view of the toxic effects for humans. At present, the construction of a safety cell for the storage of this waste and contaminated soil is the best available solution. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Studies Construction I I 1995 1. 1. 1995 Completion 3 112 1995 318 1995 Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The cost-benefit analysis was based on the following elements: investments with a useful lifetime of twenty years; maintenance costs; reduction of pollution; savings in raw materials from the recovered products; recovery of land for alternative uses. The internal rate of return for the safety cell is 69%. Environmental impact analysis fhe project will have a positive effect on the environment • by minimizing the danger to the environment by better protecting ecosystems, by improving public health and safety, by raising the awareness of citizens and industry by enlisting their collaboration in policies to support recycling, by creating a recycling management sector, by improving the appearance of many polluted sites. itA 10. Costand assistance (in ecus) TotaTcost: Eligible cost (after 11. 4. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 4 971 569 4 971 569 80% 3 977 255 3 /0 SPAIN TRANSPORT "} Il Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund • Project No 94/11/65/002 1. TITLE Rias Bajas expressway (Orense - Porrino section) 2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLICATION 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 162, 28071 Madrid 3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn-General de Carreteras 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67, Madrid 4. LOCATION: 4. 1. Member State: 4. 2. Region: Spain Madrid 5. DESCRIPTION The project involves the upgrading to motorway of about 59. 8 km of the present N-120 between Orense and Battallanes. The standard profile is two 7 m wide carriageways with outside shoulders of 2. 5 m, internal shoulders of 1 m and a central reservation 11 m wide. The project has been divided into* four sections: Orense-Barbantes (about 13. 6 km): 3 junctions (Orense north, Mino south and Mifio north), 5 viaducts, 3 overpasses and 10 underpasses; purchase of land Barbantes-Melon (about 21. 7 km): 2 viaducts (two spans over the river Abia and nine spans over the river Brull), 7 overpasses and 21 underpasses; purchase of land Melôn-La Caniza (about 9. 1 km): works and purchase of land 2ii La CafUza-Batallanes (about 15. 5 km): two twin tunnels 3 km long, a prestressed concrete bridge with two spans of 186 m hung by rods from a tower 184 m high, 6 overpasses and 11 underpasses; purchase of land. 6. OBJECTIVES To improve currently difficult access to a particularly remote area. On a scale of 1 to 7, access is at present poor (6-7), completion of the project will raise it to 5. lo improve communications within Galicia and improve traffic flow. Average traffic speed will increase from 75 kph for light vehicles and 61 kph for heavy vehicles to 108 kph and 81 kph respectively. It is estimated that light vehicles will save 25 minutes and h. \<yv vehicles 26 minutes. \!uid the motorway network. SCHEDULE j Start Finish j Design of project 1 January 1993 31 December 1993 I Purchase of land i iMajii works | Operational phase it—. 15 October 1993 30 June 1997 24 September 1993 30 June 1997 30 June 1997 I. i. , ,. , , I COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS the return offered by this project reflects its importance Mum indicators used in the study are: updating rate: 6%; life of motorway: 30 years; c load 12 540 vehicles per day in 1997, projected to increase at a compound rate t o o per year, ratio of light to heavy vehicles: 82/18. • costs reflect actual resources consumed throughout the useful life of the project: v aiment cost and costs of restoration and maintenance of the five sections. he benefits are derived from changes in the general cost of transport in a given situation: peiatmg costs, costs of journey times and cost of accidents. :. economic internal rate of return is 9. 7%. :>. c current net value is ECU 165 million. ite,- The current ratio of benefits to costs is 1. 5. The result shows that completion of this infrastrucure is desirable. 9. CONTRIBUTION TO TRANS-EUROPEAN NETWORKS The Orense-Porrino project forms part of the Benavente-Porrino motorway, which is one of the missing links in the trans-European network and which will introduce balance into the national road network and connect Galicia and northern Portugal to the Irun- Valladolid route. 10. TOTAL COST (in ecus) Total cost ECU 251 234 852 Cost eligible for grant (after 23 February 1994) ECU 250 398 846 Percentage assistance Cohesion Fund assistance 85 ECU 212 839 017 3 (^ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 94. 11. 65. 005 # 1. Title: Somport Tunnel 2. Bodv responsible for the application 2. 1. 2. 2. Name: Direction General de Planificaciôn Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direccion General de Carreteras 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Aragon (Huesca) 5. Description Construction (without fîtdngs) of a tunnel 8 597 m long, of which 5 850 m are in Spain. The tunnel continues the N-330 highway from Huesca to Somport and the RN 134 in France. The tunnel will run close to the tunnel on the Urdos-Canfranc railway line, from which it will be separated by about 70 m at the closest points. The width between sidewalks will be 9 m: two traffic lanes 3. 5 m wide, two hard shoulders 0. 5 m wide, - a central reservation i m wide. r? /. — To improve communicarions with France, providing an additional alternative to the international routes through Iruh and La Junqucra. The Valencia-Somport-Paris route is shorter than the Valencia-Barcelona- La. Junquera-Paiis route. Travelling times will be reduced once th& Sorrrport- Sagunto section of the trans-European road network has been built. Accessibility currently ranks at 5 on a scale of 7 to 1. Once this project is completed, it will be improved to 3. Work schedule Q / ÔatÊ^ry- pf work Commenç^cnt Preparation of project • Purchase of land Main work Operational phase 30. 6. 1993 4. 1. 1994 Completion 1992 31. 12. 1997 31. 12. 1998 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The main indicators used: - discount rate 5 % - working life of road: - ADT (1998) Scenario (a): 5 000 vehicles/day, with a projected annual increase of 3. 03% Scenario (b): 4 282 vehicles/day, with an annual increase of 2. 03% 30 years - Proportion of light to heavy vehicles:. *2. S Results:. - for (a): for (b): IRR: 4. 4% net prescr. 1 vaius: ECU -5. 9 million Cost-benefit IT:,-: 0. 92 IRR: 2. 5% net present vau-j: ECU -22. 5 million Cost-benefit ir^. o. 0. 70 IK 9. Physical indicators - Earth moved (m3) - Metres of tunnel cut - Concrete lining - Bolts (tonnes) - Shuttering and reinforcing mesh 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = ptas 165. 197) (i ecu = 165 197 ptas) Total cost Eligible cost Expenditure incurred before the date of submission Purchase of land 587 784 27 847 559 937 Buildings and construction Machinery and equipment* 91 191 728 91 191 728 15 216 983 15 216 983 w Other' 3 315 435 3 315 435 Total 110 311 930 15 244 830 95 067 100 *Part financed under Regulation (EEC) No 3359/90 Total eligible cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 95 067 100 85% 80 807 033 3i y Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I SUMMARY Summary of the project No: 95. 11. 65. 001 1. Title Bajo Llobregat expressway 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (ME. H. ) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Carreteras (M. O. P. T. M. A. ) Paseo de la Castellana 672, 28071 Madrid 2. 2. Address: 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: 4. 2. Region: Spain Catalonia 5. Description The project constitutes a bypass on the N-II between Martorell and the coastal nng road. The expressway will be 18. 2 km long and have an average cross-section of two carriageways of 10. 5 m with outside shoulders of 2. 5 m and inside shoulders of 1 m. The width of the central reservation will vary but not be less than 1. 5 m. The pavement will comprise 30 cm of hot-rolled bituminous mix over 20 cm of soil- cement. A section of the Llobregat will be canalized and the section includes a large number of structures, including six viaducts. 1 \ s» There will also be two tunnels, one 320 m long (N-II) and the other 675 m long (railway), and a crossing below the A-2. The work also includes supplies, drainage, grouting, electric and telephone lines, gas pipelines, etc. 6. Aims To achieve a substantial saving in money terms and cause the least possible disruption to the landscape by combining in a single project the bypass of the Martorell-Barcelona section of the N-II and flood prevention work on the right bank of ten Llobregat to prevent flooding between Martcrell and Sant Vicenç dels Horts. Using the coastal ring road, to provide access to southern Barcelona from Madrid and Zaragoza. To relieve traffic congestion on the Molins-Barcelona section of the A-2 and remove eight dangerous crossings on the N-II, so improving living conditions for the population of the Baix Llobregat. The saving in journey times is estimated at 14 minutes for light vehicles, whose average speed will increase from 42 kph to 100 kph, and 16. 5 minutes for heavy vehicles, whose average speed will increase from 35 kph to 81 kph. The distance by expressway will be 18. 2 km, as compared with 17. 5 km on the N-II. 7. h Work schedule Ty pe of work Start End { i i Planning of project j. 11 Februaiy 1992 30 November 1993 ; Purchase of land 1 January 1995 31 December 1998 ! Main works , Operational April 1995 31 December 1998 31 December 1998 1 - Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages mam indicators used. •. service life of project: traffic density. increase of 2. 03% 30 years 34 380 vehicles per day in 1998 with a projected annual til 1 light/heavy vehicles: 87/13 The costs reflect the actual resources consumed throughout the useful life of the project: investment costs and restoration and conservation work. The benefits are based on the change in general transport costs: operating costs, joumey costs and accident costs. Results (discount rate: 5% internal rate of return: current value: cost/benefit ratio: 21. 5% ECU 440 million 4. 4 The results of this analysis demonstrate the economic utility of carrying out this project. 9. Environmental impact assessment An environmental impact assessment as required by Community directives was carried out before the project was implemented. „ The expected cost of corrective measures, which is included in ten cost of the project, is ECU 8. 5 million. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 356) Total costs Eligible costs Purchase of land 1 1 2 7 1 5 26 1 1 2 7 1 5 26 Buildings and construction 131 459 878 131 459 878 Contingencies and price adjustments Other (monitoring and supervision) Total 7 391 164 2 716 253 7 391 164 2 716 253 152 838 821 152 838 821 Total eligible cost: Percentage aid from the Cohesion Fund: Cohesion Fu. ? '•' ECU 152 838 821 85% ECU 129 912 996 32-0 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 65. 002 1. Title Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway (Villanueva de Gâllego-Huesca section). 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Carreteras (MOPTMA) 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Aragon 5. Description The Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway will provide an alternative to the N-330 and form part of the dual carriageway from Alicante to France via Zaragoza. This road will provide a third route into France via the Somport tunnel, the other two being via Inin and La Junquera. The work for which funding is requested will involve the construction of three two sections of dual carriageway. The 7 m carriageways, with hard shoulders 2. 5 m wide outside and 1 m wide inside. The central reservation will be 12 m wide, except over the initial stretch where it will be 8 m wide. Drains will be laid, signalling installed and trees and shrubs planted. typical section will consist of The road will be surfaced with 25 cm of hot bituminous mix in three layers on a 25 cm artificial aggregate base. in. Villanueva de Gâllego (South) - Zuera (North): 17. 045 km. Construction of seven overpasses, a viaduct, a bridge over the River Gâllego and 13 underpasses. The roadways of 11 of these structures will be of pre-stressed concrete slabs or beams. The remaining eleven (underpasses) will have reinforced concrete frames. Zuera-Almudévar: 22. 179 km. Construction of 23 structures: bridges with pre-stressed concrete roadways, reinforced concrete frames, pergola bridges. Almudévar-Huesca: 21. 67 km. Construction of four overpasses of various spans with roadways of pre stressed concrete, one bridge over the Monegros Canal (mixed steel and concrete structure), 16 underpasses and various retaining walls. Aims To improve communications within the Community of Aragon by connecting two • important industrial and tourist centres. To provide for the future connection of the east-coast region with France. To provide a third access route from the rest of Europe to the centre, east and south of the peninsular. To increase the maximum speed for light vehicles from 80 km/h to 120 km/h and for heavy vehicles from 57 km/h to 90 km/h. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work 1. 9. 1993 17. 11. 1994 1. 10. 1995 Completion 1. 2. 1995 1. 10. 1996 31. 12. 1998 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages Main indicators used: Working life of road: ADT: 30 years 7 970 vehicles 52 2. Proportion of light to heavy vehicles: 85/15 The costs include the actual resources consumed during the working life of the road: investment, repair and maintenance costs. The advantages are the reduction in general transport costs: reductions in operating costs and travelling times and in the cost of accidents. Summary (discount rate 6%): - Internal rate of return: - Net value: - Cost-effectiveness ratio: 8. 7% ECU 40 million 1. 354 9. Environmental impact assessment An environmental Community rules before work began. impact assessment was carried out in accordance with The estimated cost of the corrective measures required, included in the cost of the project, is ECU 1. 5 million for the two sections for which contracts have been awarded. ' 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 323) Purchase of land 4 304 997 4 250 783 Total cost Eligible cost Buildings and construction Other (security, hygiene, inspection) TOTAL 113 333 292 113 333 292 4 251 400 121 889 689 4 251 400 121 835 475 Total eligible cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 121 835 475 85% 103 560 152 323 o Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund : ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 65. 002 1. Title Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway (Villanueva de Gâllego-Huesca section). 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid *3w «*At*fcBfrrit*-responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direccion General de Carreteras (MOPTMA) 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain "4. 2. -"Ttëglôfi: Aràgôn 5. Description The Zaragoza-Huesca dual carriageway will provide an alternative to the N-330 and form part of the dual carriageway from Alicante to France via Zaragoza. This road will provide a third route into France via the Somport tunnel, the other. 4wo. being. via Jnin and La Junquera. The work for which funding is requested/will involve the construction of three sections of dual carriageway. The typical section will consist of two 7 m carriageways, with hard shoulders 2. 5 m wide outside and 1 m wide inside. The central reservation will be 12 m wide, except over the initial stretch where it will be 8 m wide. Drains will be laid, signalling installed and trees and shrubs planted. The road will be surfaced with 25 cm of hot bituminout mix in three layert on a 25 cm artificial aggregate base. 3>1Y Villanueva de Gâllego (South) - Zuera (North): 17. 045 km. Construction of seven overpasses, a viaduct, a bridge over the River Gâllego and 13 underpasses. The roadways of 11 of these structures will be of pre-stressed concrete slabs or beams. The remaining eleven - (underpasses) will have reinforced concrete frames. Zuera-Almudévar: 22. 179 km. Construction of 23 structures: bridges with pre-stressed concrete roadways, reinforced concrete frames, pergola bridges. Almudévar-Huesca: 21. 67 km. Construction of four overpasses of various spans with roadways of pre stressed concrete, one bridge over the Monegros Canal (mixed steel and concrete structure), 16 underpasses and various retaining walls. 6. Aims To improve communications within the Community of Aragon by connecting two important industrial and tourist centres. To provide for the future connection of the east-coast region with France. To provide a third access route from the rest of Europe to the centre, east and south of the peninsular. To increase the maximum speed for light vehicles from 80 km/h to 120 km/h and for heavy vehicles from 57 km/h to 90 km/h. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work 1. 9. 1993 17. 11. 1994 1. 10. 1995 Completion 1. 2. 1995 1. 10. 1996 31. 12. 1998 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantaees Main indicators used: Working life of road: ADT: 30 years 7 970 vehicles I 2X Proportion of light to heavy vehicles: 85/15 The costs include the actual resources consumed during the working life of the road: investment, repair and maintenance costs. The advantages are the reduction in general transport costs: reductions in operating costs and travelling times and in the cost of accidents. Summary (discount rate 6%): - Internal rate of return: - Net value: - Cost-effectiveness ratio: 8. 7% ECU 40 million 1. 354 9. Environmental impact assessment An environmental Community rules before work began. impact assessment was carried out in accordance with The estimated cost of the corrective measures required, included in the cost of the project, is ECU 1. 5 million for the two sections for which contracts have been awarded. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 323) Purchase of land 4 304 997 4 250 783 Total cost Eligible cost Buildings and construction Other (security, hygiene, inspection) TOTAL 113 333 292 113 333 292 4 251 400 121 889 689 4 251 400 121 835 475 Total eligible c»s. ; Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 121 835 475 85% 103 560 152 yiio Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under - Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95/11/65/003 1. Title: Madrid-Valencia expressway Motilla del Palancar-Minglanilla section 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Carreteras (M. O. P. T. M. A. ) 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 67 - 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Castile-La Mancha 5. Description The Motilla del Palancar-Minglanilla section is part of the expressway from Madrid to Valencia which will be completed with the sections from Atalaya del Cafiavete to Motilla del Palancar and Minglanilla to Candete de las Fuentes. This project involves the construction of a 27. 3 km stretch of expressway. The typical section will consist of two 7 m carriageways with hard shoulders 2. 5 m wide outside and 1 m wide inside. The central reservation will be 12 m wide. The paving and surfacing will consist of a 30 cm layer of hot bituminous mix on top of 20 cm of artificial aggregate. Five viaducts and 14 crossings will be built, most with decks of prestressed concrete. Most of the bridges will have three or four spans. One will have six. Four interchanges are planned: - Motilla del Palancar - Castillejo de Iniesta - Granja de Iniesta - Minglanilla. This section runs through the following municipalities: Motilla del Palancar, El Peral, Iniesta, Castillejo de Iniesta, Granja de Iniesta and Minglanilla. Aims To eliminate the traffic bottleneck which now occurs. To complete the expressway network in accordance with the trans-European road network as included in the master plan for infrastructures (PDI). To connect the cities of Madrid and Valencia by means of a high capacity, high quality expressway. To improve the traffic flow: the current speed of light and heavy vehicles is around 80 and 65 km/h respectively. Once this project is completed speeds will increase to 120 and 90 km/h respectively. The journey time will be reduced by 8 minutes for light vehicles and by 12 minutes for heavy vehicles. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operative phase 30. 12. 1992 1. 6. 1991 31. 12. 1994 Completion 15. 1. 1994 31. 12. 1996 13. 6. 1997 13. 6. 1997 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages Main indicators used: - Working life of road: - ADT (1997): - Proportion of light to heavy vehicles: 70/30 30 years 8 922 vehicles 3 22 The costs include the actual resources consumed during the working life of the ruad: investment, repair and maintenance costs. The advantages are the reduction in general transport costs: reductions in '•••voting costs and travelling times and in the cost of accidents. Summary (discount rate 6%): Internal economic rate of return: \. puated net value: * rJated cost-effectiveness ratio: 15. 45% ECU 44. 6 million 2. 174 I'hc work will create 1 155 direct and 443 indirect jobs i n••jronmental impact assessment environmental impact assessment was carried out before work'began in •:dance with Community Directive 85/337/EEC. '-. i <. -''i-iaied 4. 6% of the total cost will be devoted tormeasures to protect the. -ivivuent and to correct the project's impact on it. >»i and assistance (in ecus) KM' l PTA 161. 225) ! ! , re 01 land •. v\d construction i Kchmcal :"• L JKMA. !lv V,:h Total cost Eligible cost 2 046 829 38 412 157 1 200 806 1 303 147 38 381 144 1 200 806 41 659 792 40 885 097 40 S85 097 ; I S S M : H K ; C: !I i ui''l a s s i s t a n ce U 752 330 3 Z/} Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under -• Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 65. 005 1. Title Mediterranean Corridor (upgrading to 200/220 km/h) Phase III. 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Infrastructures del Transporte Ferroviario (MOPTMA) 3. 2. Address: 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Comunidad de Valencia, Catalonia 5. Description The work covered by this project complements that approved in Commission Decisions C(93) 3592/1 of 10 December 1993 andC(94) 3757/5 of 21 December 1994 and is to be carried out on the Encina-Baxcelona sectvr Fuente la Higuera-Jâtiva section Installation of equipment for controlling traffic on the line (signalling, safety and telecommunications systems, etc. ). The equipment will be remotely operated from a central point on the line and will permit trains to run perfectly safely and efficiently. 220 km/h. The section is 42 km long. Castellôn-Las Palmas section The section is 9. 5 km long. Along 4. 9 km, the work will involve widening the bed to permit doubling of the track at a later date. On the remaining 4. 6 km, which runs through an urban area, a by-pass line will be constructed, the greater part of it under ground. The roads above the tunnel will be repositioned and temporary diversions provided for road traffic. Las Palmas-Oropesa Installation of track infrastructure from km 77 to km 90. 225. Other work: construction of four tunnels (3 230 m), four tunnels built using the cut and cover method (668 m), 17 viaducts, 11 arches, a footbridge and a halt. AIcanar-Ametlla Definition and execution of the work necessary for installing a double- track automatic block and new interlocks in stations (safety and communications equipment, ground-train systems, power supplies, ground equipment for approach signals with automatic braking, buildings for safety equipment). Alcanar-Camarles section Work necessary to permit speeds of 200/220 km/h along a 39 km double track (replacing the bed at a number of stations and halts, renovating the subballast and ballast, laying 40 km of railroad, electrifying the whole section, constructing a number of passageways and viaducts, a new station at Altea, platforms at a number of stations and electricity substations, carrying out landscaping). Ampolla-Ametlla section Work necessary to permit speeds of 200/220 km/h along a 25. 96 km double track (3 km of bed, subballast, ballast, double track with 60 kg/m UIC rails and PR-90 bivalent concrete sleepers, various structures, platforms, electrification of the whole section with double track catenary equipment. Tarragona-San Vicente de Calers section Economical and for electrifying the line and installing safety and communications equipment. technical preparation of the work necessary rail necessary for doubling the line and adjusting the path of the line to permit speeds of 200/220 km/h (UIC standards, 60 kg/m rails of naturally hard steel), IM installation of specific/semi-continuous automatic train protection (ATP) systems in the Mediterranean Corridor with built-in safety mechanisms and continuous speed-monitoring. 6. Aims To increase speeds between Encina and Barcelona to 200/220 km/h in order to reduce joumey times along the corridor, improve safety and increase the capacity of the line and the regularity and flexibility of services. The estimated journey time after completion of the work will be 2 hours 30 minutes as against 3 hours 48 minutes in 1992. 7. Work schedule I Category of work Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work | : ~~ Commencement I 30. 9. 1993 30. 12. 1994 30. 12. 1994 : I Completion 30. 7. 1995 30. 12. 1996 30. 12. 1999 Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages A profitability study has been carried out for a 30-year period from the commencement of operation of the line (2000) on the basis of the total estimated cost of the work necessary for achieving the objectives (ECU 1 000 million) and the advantages resulting therefrom. Results Discount rate: Net value added Cost/benefit ratio: Internal rate of return: 5% ECU 13. 5 million 1. 02 5. 1% The work'on Phase III will create 5 633 direct ~nd 2 loi indirect joos. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 161. 225) Cost and assistance Total cosi Eligible cost 332_ Purchase of land Buildings and construction Other (technical assistance, inspection and surveillance) 8 702 124 197 866 336 5 873 779 8 702 124 188 562 565 5 873 779 TOTAL 212 442 239 203 138 468 Total eligible cost: Rate of Cohesion Fund assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 203 138 468 85% 172 667 694 333 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under -- Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 65. 006 1. Title Work on the conventional trans-European network and on combined transport. 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direccion General de infraestructuras de Transporte Perroviario 3. 2. Address: Plaza de Sagrados Corazones, 7 - Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Regions: Andalusia, Aragon, Castile-La Mancha, Castile-Leon, Catalonia, Galicia, Madrid, Murcia,'Navarra, the Basque Country. 5. Description Madrid-Hendaye line. La Canada-Avila section. Track renovation. The work along this 23. 7 km long stretch involves widening and improving the bed, improving the current longitudinal drainage system, cleaning the transverse drainage system, stabilizing the cuttings and drains on the bed, increasing the gauge of tunnels, lowering embankments to increase stability, renovating the track and bringing the line back into service. Madrid-Irun line. Avila station. Electrical interlocks. Drawing up technical plans and costing the work required for installing electrical interlocks at Avila station in order to improve safety, increase the capacity and fluidity of the line and reduce the number of staff engaged in operating it. The work will involve, inter alia, the following: installing electrical interlocks at Avila station, installing audio-frequency track circuits without mechanical devices, installing electrical power supply equipment, removing existing interlocks. Madrid-Hendaye line. Removal of level-crossing at km 174. 142 at Arévalo (Avila). Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove a level-crossing at km 174. 142 on the Madrid-Hendaye line and the construction of an underpass. Madrid-Hendaye line. Removal of level-crossing at km 582. 580 at Beasain (Guipuzcoa). Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove a level-crossing a t, km 582. 580 on the Madrid-Hendaye line and the construction of an underpass. Castejdn-Bilbao line. Removal of level-crossmg at km 208. 754 at Orduna (Viscaya). The solution adopted constructing a bridge over the railway for the exclusive use of vehicles. involves re-routing the La Antigua highway and Madrid-Hendaye crossings. line. Valladolid-Vitoria section. Removal of 30 level- Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove 30 level-crossings on the Valladolid-Vitoria section of the Madrid-Hendaye line and the construction of 18 structures with the corresponding link roads. Venta de Banos-La Coruna line. Venta de Banos-Ledn section. Removal of 17 level-crossings. Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove 17 level-crossings on the Venta de Banos-Leén section of the Venta de Banos-La Coruna line and the construction of 11 overpasses with the necessary link roads. Monforte-Vigo and Guillarey-Tuy lines. Orense-Guillarey section. Track renovation. Extending and improving the bed, improving the drainage system, stabilizing cuttings and lowering the embankment. The track will be renewed and the line brought back into service. Automatic block - Casetas-Castejdn. 33S- Installation of additional safety equipment on the Casetas-Castejdn section of the Zaragoza-Alsasua line. The work involves: adjusting the electrical interlocks, adjusting the electronic interlocks, installing an automatic block along the whole section, modifying control panels, installing FTG track circuits along the whole section, automating level-crossings. Two-way automatic block on the Casetas-Zaragoza section. The work involves: installing interlocks, installing an automatic contraflow block along the whole section, adjusting the electrical interlock of the "Intermodal Goods Centre" to the contraflow automatic block, installing remote-control equipment and a CTC control centre at the Zaragoza-El Portillo station, installing a 2 200 V power line. Zaragoza-Alsasua line. Removal of level-crossing at km 67. 195 at Ribaforada (Navarra). An underpass will be constructed under the Zaragoza-Alsasua line at km 67. 195. The underpass will have a 7 m wide road for vehicles and a 1. 5 m wide passageway for pedestrians. Zaragoza-Alsasua line. Removal of level-crossing at km 139. 385 at Tafalla (Navarra). Construction of an underpass for vehicles at km 139. 385. The planned underpass will consist of a small caisson with 3. 5 m headroom and 7 m clear internal width. In order to carry out the work, a small temporary deviation will have to be constructed at one side of the railway line with a 4 m wide roadway on a 30 cm deep bed of graded artificial aggregate. Zaragoza-Alsasua line. Removal of level-crossing at km 37. 316 at Luceni (Zaragoza). Diversion of the existing road between km 2 + 320 and km 3 + 320, crossing the Zaragoza-Alsasua railway line by means of a bridge at km 36-960. To remove 3^4, the Camino de Predola level-crossing, it is planned to build a link road at either side of the railway line to connect the existing road to the overpass. C-2 suburban line in Madrid. Atocha-Coslada San Fernando section. Track renovation. Renovation of the electrified double track between the Très Ojos bridge at the crossing with the M-30 at km 17+200 and the Coslada San Fernando station at km 17+581, laying UIC-54 rails, PR-90 polyvalent sleepers and type A siliceous ballast. Other work involves the installation of a total of 32 type C-54 points at Vallecas and Vicalvaro stations and the safety, the communications and power systems affected. repositioning of Madrid-Barcelona line. Removal of a level-crossing at km 330. 101 at Utebo (Zaragoza). Construction of a bridge over the railway line with four spans of 20 m, 15 m, 15 m, and 20 m respectively. The roadway will be of prefabricated, prestressed concrete beams joined by means of a 20 cm thick, 10 m wide concrete slab and supported, on bonded neoprene slabs, on three central pillars and two floor beams. Tarragona-Barcelona-France line. Removal of level-crossing at km 170. 013 at San Feliu de Buixalleu (Gerona). Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove a level-crossing at km 170. 013 on the Tarragona-Barcelona-France line and the construction of an underpass. Tarragona-Barcelona-France renovation. line. Villajuiga-Portbou section. Track Renovation of the existing track between km 258. 947 and km 273. 107 on the Tarragona-Barcelona-France line (total of 14. 160 km). The work is in the Province of Gerona, in the municipalities of Villajuiga, Llansâ, Colera and Portbou. Track: renovation of both tracks along the whole section with UIC-54 rails, PR-90 sleepers and HM clips on a type A ballast base. Construction of two new structures. Construction of 3 655 m of earthen ditch and cleaning of channels. Tunnels: lowering the bed to prevent loss of gauge. Electrification and installation of safety and communications equipment. It is also planned to modify the catenary system. Madrid-Seville Electrical interlocks. line (Atocha-Alcazar de San Juan). Villacanas station. Î51- Drawing up technical plans and costing the work involved in installing electrical interlocks at Villacanas station in order to improve and rationalize its operation and to permit control of all operations by a single worker. The work involves: installing electrical interlocks at Villacanas station and linking it with the existing automatic block on contiguous lines, installing audio-frequency track circuit without mechanical devices, installing power supply equipment, installing an operations telephone system and signals, installing approach signals and automatic braking devices at the station, removing the existing interlock. Linares-Almeria lines. Removal of level-crossings at km 232. 047, km 232. 974 and 233. 120 at Gador (Almeria). Drawing up plans and costing the work required to remove three level-crossings at km 232. 047, km 232. 974 and km 233. 120 on the Linares-Almeria line, the construction of a by-pass and the improvement of an existing underpass. Madrid-Alicante line. Section: Alcazar San Juan-La Encina. Removal of level-crossings between km 182 and km 190. The four level-crossings to be removed are within the urban area of Socuéllamos (Ciudad Real). It is planned to reposition the railway line, since the urban nature of the area prevents removal of the level-crossings with the line in its current position. The project covers the construction of the structures required for operation, track and electrification work and the installation of equipment for the control of rail traffic. It is planned to construct a halt on the new line in order to maintain the passenger service at Socuéllamos. Chinchilla-Cartagena line. Removal of level-crossing at km 346. 322. Calle Paseo del Pino. Hellm (Albacete). Construction of a three-span road bridge over the Chinchilla-Cartagena railway line at km 346. 130 and removal of the manned level-crossing at km 346. 322. In addition, construction of a footbridge near the current location of the level- crossing at km 346. 322. 3*3 Construction of the bridge and footbridge will affect a number of services such as se,wage pipes, overhead and underground communications cables, power lines and telephone lines. Alicante-Alquerias line. Removal of level-crossing at km 50. 586 at Orihuela (Alicante). Construction of an eight-span road bridge over the Alicante-Alquerias railway line at km 51. 012 and removal of a level-crossing at km 50. 586. In addition, construction of a roundabout for the future Orihuela ring-road (original project) and an intersection at km 0. 840 to provide access to the existing buildings. Construction of the bridge will affect a number of services such as drainage channels and low-voltage electricity cables. Installation of safety equipment at Alquerias-Santomera station. Installation of electrical interlocks at Alquerias-Santomera station and the replacement of points to increase the speed of trains passing through the station. The work involves: installing an electrical interlock, installing a telephone exchange, ancillary work and equipment for the interlock, such as approach signals and automatic braking, wiring, ditches, buildings, etc, installing communications cables between the proximity circuits and the relay post, replacing points to permit trains to change from the Murcia-Alicante line to the Chinchilla-Cartagena line and vice versa at 60 km/h. 6. Aims The principal aims are: to increase safety by replacing 63 level-crossings, mainly located on open stretches of track, and installing safety and communications systems suited to me traffic carried along particular sections of track, to carry out the first phase of the work required to develop a high-quality rail system, in particular on future high-speed lines which cannot be operated with level-crossings, by means of structural measures, to bring savings in time and improvements in line lay-outs to the remote areas of the peninsula in order to make conventional rail services competitive in terms of journey times. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work 30. 11. 1992 30. 12. 1993 30. 12. 1993 Completion 30. 6. 1995 30. 9. 1995 30. 12. 1997 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages On the basis of the individual projects, the internal rate of return, the updated net value and the cost-benefit ratio for each subgroup of similar projects and of the whole group of projects have been calculated: track renovation (IRR): safety systems (IRR): removal of level-crossings (IRR): Group of projects - IRR: UNV: C/B ratio: 15. 6% 11. 82% 6. 2% 10. 79% ECU 86. 7 million 1. 93 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 323) Total cost Eligible cost Planning and preparation Purchase of land Buildings and construction Inspection and security 505 165 9 425 651 124 350 831 2 063 786 ! 9 117 623 99 708 605 2 063 786 TOTAL 136 345 433 | 110 890 014 Total eligible cost: Rate of assistance from the Cohesion Fund: Cohesion Fund assistance: 110 890 014. *>5 ~ 94 25A 5:0 ^ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 65. 008 1. Title Trans-Catalonia Highway: Lérida-Gerona (Rajadell-Manresa-Artés sections). 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn (MEH) 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162 - 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. ° Address: 4. Location Generalidad de Cataluna Dpto. de Polftica Territorial; Obras Pûblicas Gestion de Infraestructuras José Tarradelas 20 - 30. 1" planta 08029 - Barcelona 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Catalonia 5. Description The basic function of the Trans-Catalonia Highway is to provide three links with. :rans-European networks: the A-7 motorway at Gerona, the E-y trans- European highway at Manresa and the A-2 motorway at Lérida. The principal idea is to provide a link between the cities of Lérida and Gerona across the central lowland without the need to pass through Barcelona, reshaping the radial pattern of the Catalan road network (reducing the length of the route from 250 km to around 215 km and cutting the journey time by 14%) and opening a direct route to the northern coast and the European road network. The route falls into five, very different sections: from Lérida to Cervera, from Cervera to Manresa, from Manresa to Vic, from Vic to Olot (the northern end of the route where it connects with the Olot-Figueras section). This Decision covers the Rajadell-Manresa-Artés (Rajadell-Manresa, Ronda de Manresa, Manresa-San Fruitôs, San Fruitôs-Artés) and the Vic-Manlleu (Xarxa arterial de Vic and Vic-Manlleu) sections, their lengths being as follows: Rajadell-Manresa Ronda de Manresa Manresa-San Fruitôs San Fruitôs-Artés Xarxa arterial de Vic Vic-Manlleu Total 7. 10 km 1. 36 km 5. 04 km 8. 00 km 8. 11 km 3. 65 km 33. 26 km On the Rajadell-Manresa-Artes section it is planned to construct four viaducts, eight overpasses and nine interchanges and lay out 15 areas underneath the road and one service area. On the Vic-Manlleu section it is planned to construct M\ viaduct, eight overpasses and 12 underpasses. ntercnanges. one 6. Aims The principal aim is the creation of a corridor linking the interior of the Iberian Peninsula and the Mediterranean coast to the main access routes to Europe through the internal regions of Catalonia. The consolidation of this new corridor will make a substantial contribution to improving the tlow of people and goods and have a positive effect on inter community trade. Further aims are to promote the economic development of the regions in the interior and in the foothills of the Pyrenees, reduce congestion in the metropolitan area of Barcelona and achieve a definitive improvement in the balance of the region. The Trans-Catalonia H:^N". :' 'vove the distribution and marketing of agricultural products, reduce men uansport costs and increase their potential market, particularly in Europe. " The new route will provide alternative locations for industrial undertakings, helping, to reduce congestion in the industrial zones of the metropolitan area of Barcelona and to promote the creation of services to supply those undertakings. an The building industry and the service sector (transport and storage) will also benefit from the increase in population. In line with the general traffic forecast contained in the Catalan Highways Plan, the route should achieve four objectives: improving communications between internal regions and linking those regions to existing major routes to the interior of the Peninsula, the Mediterranean coast and the rest of Europe, providing a direct route between Lérida and Gerona, without the need to go through Barcelona, reducing the route from 250 km to around 215 km and reducing travelling time by 14%, creating a new route for the transport of goods from the French border and Lérida via La Junquera, reducing traffic congestion in the metropolitan area of Barcelona and •- making an important contribution to reshaping the current radial pattern of the road network, centred on Barcelona. * 7. Work schedule Rajadell/Manresa/Artés section Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operational phase Vic-Manlleu section Preparation of project Purchase of land Main work Operative phase Commencement Completion 11. 1. 1993 1. 3. 1994 1. 4. 1994 31. 12. 1995 1. 3. 1993 1. 4. 1995 1. 9. 1995 31. 12. 1995 31. 12. 1994 1. 6. 1995 31. 12. 1995 30. 5. 1995 1. 9. 1995 31. 12. 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages Principal indicators used: - period of analysis: 25 years from the commencement of work - ADT Cervera-Manresa: 11 900 vehicles ^ Y 3 Manresa-Vic: Vic-Olot: 13 232 vehicles 12 041 vehicles The economic analysis takes account of the direct costs and benefits (cost of preparing the project, construction work, maintenance, savings in time, accidents and the costs of vehicle maintenance). Discount rate chosen: 6%: Result of the analysis: - Updated net value: - Internal rate of return: - Cost-effectiveness ratio: - First year of accumulated net benefits: ECU 375 million 16. 6% 2. 1 2004 9. Environmental impact assessment An environmental impact assessment was carried out before work began in accordance with Community Directive 85/337/EEC. Of the total cost, 18% will be devoted to measures considered necessary to protect the environment and correct the project's impact on it. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus] (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 323) Planning and preparation Work Total Total cost Eligible cost 1 633 547 58 605 373 60 237 930 954 886 52 949 982 53 904 868 j Total eligible cost: Rate of Cohesion Fund assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 53 904 868 80% 43 123 894 if. 4 SPAIN STUDY VTS (transport/environment project) Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund ANNEX I INFORMATION SHEET Summary of project No 95. 11. 15. 001 1. Title: Marine surveillance and the control of marine pollution (2). 2. Bodv responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la. Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: 4. Location Direccion General de Marina Mercante C/Ruiz de Alarcôn, 1 28071 Madrid 4. 1. Member State: Spain 4. 2. Region: Andalusia, Balearic Islands, Catalom Pais Vasco, Valencia 5. Description The measures are located in Almeria, Bilbao. Kuma de Mallorca. Tarragona and Valencia. Since these ports have seagoing trail:. ;:. is desirable for control centres to be set up there to ensure improved mnrnc. <;eiy. The following projects are planned: A) Almeria 1. Construction of a Regional Rescue Coordination Centre and Harbour Master's Office for Almeria. The project involves building the Regionai Rescue Centre and the Harbour Master's Office. ^ / Once finished, the building will cover a total area of 2 361. 61 m2. The part occupied by the Harbour Master's Office will have three floors and will contain all the equipment and facilities required by this activity. At the southern end of the building will be a 15-storey tower to house the Regional Coordination Centre, including the crisis room, control room, auxiliary services, etc. The building will be situated on the Muelle de Levante at the Port of Almeria. The total useful area of the complex is 1 881. 94 m2. 2. Electronic equipment for the Regional Rescue Coordination Centre of Almeria. The Coordination Centre will require electronic equipment for the building housing the Centre itself and for the two remote stations, situated at Castillo de San Telmo and Cabo de Gâta. The equipment planned for each location is as follows: (a) Centre: control and presentation: VHF radiogoniometer; VHF communications for SMM; SMA and SMT; MW communications; communication recorder; weather station; link with remote stations; computer system; burglar and fire alarm; electricity. (b) Castillo de San Telmo remote station: X-band radar; link with the Centre; burglar and fire alarm; electricity. (c) Cabo de Gâta remote station: band radar; VHF radiogoniometer; burglar and fire alarm; electricity. B. Bilbao The following projects are planned: 1. Construction of the Regional Marine Rescue for Coordination and Traffic Control Centre of the Autonomous Port of Bilbao. Santurce breakwater (Vizcaya). the building The Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre will be located in the Autonomous Port of Bilbao. It will provide information to the National Rescue Coordination Centre and will be responsible for coordinating and directing operations in its sphere of responsibility (provisionally from Cabo de A jo to the French coast). Together with the Gijôn centre, this Centre will cover the whole of the Cantabrian coast. The building will have nine storeys and a total built area of 3 994. 80 m2. The last two storeys (8th and 9th) will be equipped with radio antennae, radar, dish antennae and other equipment for reception and transmission. 2ul Extension of the Port, the first phase of which is under way, will turn it into a highly centralized nerve centre; the current ratio between the area of water and the quay-level surface of the docks will vary considerably. 2. Electronic equipment for the Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre of Bilbao. The Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre will require electronic equipment for the building housing the Centre itself and for the two remote stations, situated at Punta Galea and Cabo Machichaco. The equipment planned for each location is as follows: (a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMM; MW communications; communication recorder; link with remote stations: computer system; electricity. (b) Punta Galea remote station: band radar; radiogoniometer: VHF communications for SMA; weather station; link with the Centre; burglar and fire alarms; electricity. (c) Cabo Ajo remote station: VHF radiogoniometer; burglar and fire alarm; electricity. C. PALMA DE MALLORCA The following project is planned: 1. Electronic equipment for the Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre of Palma de Mallorca. The equipment planned for each location is as follows: (a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMM. SMA and SMT; MW communications; communication recorder; weather station; link with remote stations; computer system; burglar and fire alarms; electricity. (b) Sierra Alfabia remote station: radiogoniometer; VHF communications for SMA and SMT; link with the Centre; burglar and fire alarms; electricity. (c) Cabo Figueras remote station: X-banJ radar; burglar and fire alarm; electricity. D. TARRAGONA The following project is planned: 3 V. J 1. Electronic equipment for the Local Rescue Coordination Centre of Tarragona. The Local Rescue Coordination Centre will require electronic equipment for the building housing the Centre itself and for the remote station situated at Cabo Salou. The equipment planned for each location is as follows: (a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMA, SMT and, partially, SMM; MW communications; communication recorder; weather station; link with remote station; computer system; electricity. (b) Cabo Salou remote station: band radar; VHF radiogoniometer; partial VHF communications for SMM; link with the Centre; burglar and fire alarms; electricity. E. VALENCIA The following projects are planned: 1. Construction of building for the Harbour Master's Office and Marine Traffic Control Centre of Valencia. The ground plan of the building is made up of a number of cubes, surrounding a central section crowned by the control tower. It is thus divided into two segments clearly differentiated according to their functions: marine rescue coordination and the Harbour Master's Office. The two segments share a single entrance hall. The two functional segments are contained in two different parts of the building. The first houses the marine traffic control room and marine rescue coordination, together with the console room and meeting room, at the highest level of the building, at a height of approximately 40 m, in a cube set atop the rest of the building to ensure better visibility of port movements. The services catering for the public are in the Harbour Master's Office. 2. Electronic equipment for the Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre of Valencia. The Marine Rescue Coordination Centre will require electronic equipment for the building housing the Centre itself and for the three remote stations situated on the dockside in the port, at Castellôn de la Plana and at Cabo de la Nao. The equipment planned for each location is as follows: (a) Centre: control and presentation; VHF communications for SMM; MW communications; communication recorder; weather station; link with remote stations; computer system; electricity. Mr) (b) Dockside remote station: X-band radar; radiogoniometer; VHF communications for SMA and SMT; link with the Centre; burglar and fire alarms; electricity. (c) Castellôn de la Plana and Cabo de la Nao remote stations: radiogoniometer; VHF communications for SMA and SMT; link with the Centre; burglar and fire alarms; electricity. 6. Aims According to the National Plan for special services to save human lives at sea. the specific tasks of the Network of Marine Traffic Control Centres are: - surveillance and prevention of accidents at sea surveillance and control of marine traffic coordination of marine rescue monitoring and prevention of pollution monitoring of activity at sea and in port - dissemination of marine safety brochures information - provision of support and to the government department responsible for maritime affairs. Creation of the network of control centres will make it possible to carry out these tasks along stretches of the Spanish coast which are sensitive because of the intensity of marine traffic (Bilbao), transport of hazardous goods (Tarragona with its oil terminal), heavy pleasure-boat traffic (Palma de Mallorca) or import transit traffic (Valencia and Murcia). The new premises and equipment for the Harbour Masters' Offices in Almeria. Bilbao and Valencia will enable the Harbour Masters to improve their control over activities at sea and in port as well as the administrative tasks of handling shipping movements, inspection of vessels and other such activities. Work schedule. — Category of work Main work Operational phase ' - • • , * Commencement Completion. ,i 1. 10. 1994 1. 1. 1997 31. 12. 1996 ; » — •> 3>5o 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages The National Plan for special services to save human life at sea and prevent marine pollution was approved on 13 March 1994 in compliance with the mandate in Article 78 of Law 27/1992 on State ports and the merchant navy. The Plan's main antecedent was Spain's ratification of the Hamburg Convention, also known as the 1979 SAR Convention (International Convention on Marine Search and Rescue, 1979) in March 1993, which laid the legal and teclmical bases for an International Marine Search and Rescue Plan. The National Plan also plays a role in the national and Community policy on marine rescue and ecological protection of the sea, as well as in the undertakings made by the European Union in its marine safety programme - and the undertakings of international organizations. Its chief aim is to set up and maintain a national organization for marine search and rescue and pollution control. In this context, premises are being built and equipped for the different types of coordination centre, taking care that the same criteria are used for functions and equipment. In 1993 a total of 704 vessels put in at the port of Almeria, of which 451 were ferries, carrying more than 300 000 passengers. :. '50 000 tonnes of freight were handled. In No\ ember 1994 a ferry route to Nador (Morocco) was opened which is -. '\peLted to transport 360 000 passengers during 1995. \ tuning fleet of some 100 vessels operates in the area of the Almeria bay. tu 1(W a total of 3 284 vessels put in at the port of Bilbao, and around. "^ million tonnes of freight were handled. "Mb Mansport of oil products and derivatives exceeded 14. 5 million tonnes. ! e -egulai route to England carried 89 118 passengers in both directions. : n- •. <. •! fh->r ^"-+ 7oods handled must be moved up the estuary in i ;mm> to the lacions and places of production/consumption also has an e V'. • • n port traffic. c '' 11,. n me spent at anchor both inside and outside the port by vessels waiting for repair in the shipyards heightens the need for a traffic control centre. ^jP/ - - In 1993 2 708 vessels put in at the port of Palma, and 3 169 725 tonnes of freight were handled, of which 812 907 tonnes were bulk liquid, mainly oil products. Ferry passenger traffic amounted to 576 450. In addition there are a fishing fleet and three leisure marinas within the port of Palma, with 2 000 berths. In 1994 2 227 merchant vessels put in at the port of Tarragona and 23. 8 million tonnes of freight were handled, including 14. 5 million tonnes of oil and oil products handled at the refinery. There is also a great deal of bulk transport, with 6. 8 million tonnes handled. Tarragona also has a large fishing fleet which leaves and enters port at fixed times, when there is greater likelihood of dangerous situations arising involving manoeuvring vessels. - In 1994 4 708 merchant vessels put in at the port of Valencia. There are also 108 fishing vessels and 548 pleasure craft registered at the port, which make for considerable daily activity in port and coastal waters. A total of 13 million tonnes of freight were handled in 1994, a considerable proponion of which were oil and chemical products more likely to create a dangerous situation in the event of an accident. Passenger traffic during the same period amounted to 187 173. 9. Cost and assistance (in ecus) (ECU 1 = PTA 162. 323) Set of projects Total cost Expenditure prior to eligibility date Eligible costs Buildings and construction Equipment and machinery VAT TOTAL 6 481 257 2 617 282 3 863 975 •7 350 074 2 213 014 16 044 345 7 350 074 418 764 1 794 250 3 036 046 13 008 299 K •O Breakdown by project: Place/work Buildings and construction Equipment and machinery Eligible costs Almeria Bilbao Palma de Mallorca Tarragona Valencia 863 334 1 940 564 3 803 898 987 796 1 887 323 2 875 119 1 631 081 1 804 582 3 435 663 944 333 944 333 1 949 286 1 949 286 TOTAL 4 482 211 8 526 088 13 008 299 Total eligible cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: ECU ECU 13 008 299 85% 11 057 054 53 10. Monitoring indicators Civil engineering works Excavation Concrete Floors Equipment Estimated volume of work to terminate project 856 m3 4 742 m3 6 692 m3 Radars/Goniometers 7/11 units VHF/MF communications consoles 5 units Radio links and remote control Weather stations Electricity supply 4 units 5 units 5 units Local area networks 5 units 1s> Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund SUMMARY Summary of the project No: 95. 11. 15. 002 L ride Prior appraisal and cost/benefit analysis of projects from local bodies. 2. Body responsible for the application 2. 1. Name: Direccion General de Planificaciôn 2. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Direcciôn General de Planificaciôn 3. 2. Address: Paseo de la Castellana 162, 28071 Madrid 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: 4. 2. Region: 5. Description Spain Aragon, Balearic Islands, Basque Country, Catalonia, Madrid, Navarre and Rioja A series of four technical assistance studies for the preparation of documents required under Community rules in relation to environmental projects submitted by local authorities in 1995 for part-financing from the Cohesion Fund. They include urban drainage and water purification, improvements to the urban environment and infrastructure to improve the environment in Madrid, the management of urban waste and infrastructure to improve the environment in Barcelona and the Barcelona metropolitan area. 6. Aims To carry out the studies required for a detailed prior appraisal of the results expected from implementation of the projects put forward by local authorities. These studies will concentrate on a general diagnosis of existing problems: analysis of projects in terms of the strategy and priorities of Spain's environmental policy, its compatibility with 2>sr Community environmental policies, the impact of these policies on the environment, the economic and social benefits to be secured through implementation of the projects through cost/benefit analysis and an analysis of the administrative situation, the financing plan and sources of finance. 7. Work schedule Type of worit Start End Study 1 May 1995 31 July 1995 8. Assessment of costs and socio-economic advantages Not applicable 9. Environmental impact assessment Not applicable. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Total eligible cost: Percentage aid from the Cohesion Fund: Cohesion Fund aid: 182 288 182 288 100% • 182 288 l& PORTUGAL ENVIRONMENT o 3S7- Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 93. 10. 61. 007 1. Name of project: Enxoé dam and supply system 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Instituto da Âgua 3. 2. Address: Av. Almirante Gago Coutinho 30, 1000 Lisbon 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Alentejo 5. Description This project concerns the Enxoé dam and related structures, water treatment plant, lift station, supply system and access. The dam will have a maximum height of 20. 5 m and will create a reservoir with a total capacity of 10. 4 hm3 and an active storage capacity of 9. 5 hnv\ The flooded area will cover 2 km2 at full storage capacity level. The other related works involve a temporary diversion, a spillway. , an tower and a submerged weir. intake Water for public supply will be collected in the reservoir, channelled to the treatment plant by gravity and pumped to the supply system. The supply system, consisting of two autonomous circuits, will be around 120 km long and made up of buried pipelines of not more than 300 mm in diameter. The system will also include two storage tanks. The planned access routes will replace the roads which are no longer usable because of the dam and the reservoir. Objectives The main purpose of the project is to provide an efficient and lasting supply of water to the communes of Serpa and Mértola, thereby correcting the serious shortage from which they currently suffer. These communes are situated in Alentejo, a region with scarce water resources subject to prolonged droughts, where it is necessary to exploit surface resources by creating reservoirs such as the one planned for the Enxoé river. The new system will substantially increase the percentage of the population served, particularly in Mértola, where the rate of supply will increase from 12% to 50%. Water supplied by the system must comply with the quality requirements of Directive 80/778/EEC relating to the quality of water intended for human consumption. Thanks to the project it will also be possible to regulate the flow of water, thereby maintaining the life cycle and water quality. /. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Studies Purchase of land Construction Operational phase 1. 10. 1994 1995 15. 10. 1995 1. 1. 1998 Completion 31. 12. 1997 31. 12. 1995 31. 12. 1997 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis At 6. 6%, the internal economic rate of return is considered satisfactory for this type of investment, in view of the context in which the project is situated. Assessment of environmental impact The negative effects on the flora and fauna which have been identified are deemed acceptable in the construction phase and negligible in the operational phase. Since this region is subject to prolonged droughts and suffers badly from erosion, an overall positive environmental impact can be expected. Measures to optimize the project's impact have already been identified. w 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 25 656 111 Eligible costs (after 1. 1. 1993): 25 527 111 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 21 698 045 3 Go PuWicatfcQAjof man points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Reguialion (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Project No: 94. 10. 61. 015 Title of project (c tc Bcuthe water supply system: Odeleite dam, connecting tunnel, conduit :,: * K*:'ment station at Tavira. Body responsible for the application: •> i Name. Direcçào Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional Address Av D Carlos 1, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal Authority iesponsible tor implementation: } ! i ^ Name Instituto da Auua Address Av Almirante Gago Coutinho 30, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal A I. « c a t i on + i •\ 2 Membci State. Aoinmjs. trative district" Portugal Algarve Pc cnption <'id? -leito Beliche water system is intended to supply seven municipalities in the <•. •!»!»>' the eastern Algarve, the population of which over the life of the project (2027) :>. v. iied at net ween 600 000 and 700 000. v. iter ^ili be taken from the Odeleite and the Beliche, both tributaries of the Guadiana. " e <\ '-U'rM wtil comprise i. iic Bebche dam (alieady built) the Beliche treatment station (already built) The OJueite dam [:••. u. jiifici connecting the two reservoirs r'V conduit from the Beliche to Tavira vcatment station at Tavira. '. ". • nmatH>n system v SÎCÏT. tor drying out the edge of the irrigated area. W> The first tweujems, which have already been completed, and works forming part of the irrigation sjeptam are not included in the project approved by this decision. The Odeleite dam consists of an embankment with rock filling and will reach a maximum height of 65 m. The crest of the dam, will be 12 m wide with a span of about 347 m at a height of 55 m. The dam will create a reservoir which, when full, will have a depth of 52 m, flooding an area of 720 ha. It will store a total of 130 cu hm with a useful volume of 117 cu hm. The Odeleite reservoir will be linked to the Beliche reservoir by a 3 km tunnel built to carry 25 eu m per second with the two reservoirs having the same level. The tunnel will have isolating facilities so that either of the reservoirs can operate independently without use of the tunnel. The conduit system includes the uptake tower, the conduit tunnel, two lifting stations and two sections of conduit 2. 5 m wide and 28 km long. ï The Tavira water treatment station will have a capacity of 2. 2 eu m per second and operate in four modules. Only two of these have so far been built and a further application will be made in respect of the other two. The station is the last element in the system before distribution to the municipal networks. The first phase of construction of this water treatment station received assistance from the ERDF under the operational programme for the Sotavento Algarvio. The last expenditure recorded under this Programme, which finished that phase of the project, was dated 21 July 1994. It should also be noted that the phase of the Tavira treatment station now being financed accounts for 8% of the total investment covered by this decision. 6. Main, objectives The project is intended to provide a secure supply of drinking water to the eastern Algarve to met the steep increase in demand generated by the expansion of toruist activity. At present, the area is supplied from underground resources whose over-exploitation is resulting in poorer-quality water, lowering of the water table and the incursion of salt water. The use of surface water from the two tributaries oi the Guadiana will meet the two fundamental objectives of providing the population with a regular supply of high-quality water and enabling the aquifers to recover by reversing the process of salinization through the incursion of sea water. J62, The introdigetien into service of the system will provide a full guarantee of supplies and increase th^rtfe of service from 50% to 65% in the low season and from 68% to 80% in the high season. 7. Work schedule: Schedule Starting date Finishing date Technical projects in progress , 31 December 1994 Purchase of land Main works Operational in progress in progress April 1996 31 December 1995 _ 31 December 1996 8. Assessment of economic and social costs and benefits The overall internal economic rate of return of the project is 9. 04% and the internal rate of return 8%. These rates are regarded as acceptable for this type of project and the investment may be considered justified. These results are not very sensitive to changes in the parameters: the internal economic rate of return would fall only to 7. 4% if ail the following happened at once: 15% increase in the costs of the investment still to be carried out; 10% increase in maintenance and running costs; 10% fall in the benefits expected. 9 Lnvironmental impact assessment Analysis of the use to be made of the water flows regulated by the two dams in the Odeleite-Beliche system suggests that the project will confer significant environmental benefits Of the resources available, 64% will be used for environmental purposes (39% to provide drinking water, 20% to replace water taken from aquifers and 5% to maintain watercourses of ecological importance). The environmental impact assessment on the undertaking demonstrated that construction of the dam would have only a minimal impact since there would be no displacement of people and only about 40 ha of agricultural land would be flooded. The impact downstream will be controlled through the discharges from the two reservoirs in order to ensure conservation of the flora and fauna. The discharges could also be used to control water problems in the Castro Marim salt marsh, an area of great ecological importance. 3G3 The impaction" the ecosystems of the Guadiana and its estuary is expected to be slight. JËSartfV It should also be noted that the measures to reduce impact noted in the environmental study were taken into account in designing the projects for implementation of the works and the costs of implementing them were included in the total costs of the project. 10. Cost and contribution (in ECU): Total cost: Eligible cost (after 9 August 1994): 101 679 860 Cost taken into account for calculation of contribution (after deduction of revenue): Rate of contribution: Contribution from Cohesion Fund: 89 478 277 80% 71 582 622 154037354 1£4 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund PROJECT No: 94. 10. 61. 017 Brief description 1 Title of project Treatment of waste water from Portimâo - network of collectors and treatment station 2. Authority responsible for the applciation 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Av D. Carlos I, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Municipality of Portimâo 3. 2. Address: Largo 1° de Maio, 8500 Portimâo, Portugal 4. Location 4. 1. Member state: 4. 2. Administrative district: Portugal Algarve 5. Description The project includes construction of a waste water treatment station in Portimâo and connecting infrastructure. The station will serve 135 000 people and treat effluent in three stages: preliminary treatment secondary treatment (biological) tertiary treatment (settlement ponds) The connecting infrastructure includes two lifting stations and the necessary conduits, storm drains and discharge pipes. This project forms part of the wider basic drainage scheme Barlavento (western Algarve), which was intended to provide integrated solutions and achieve economies of scale. O / — Total investment in the Barlavento system is estimated at about ECU 80 million and fresh applications to the Cohesion Fund will be made in the next few years. 6. Main aims The aim of this project is to reduce discharges of pollution from Portimâo and ensure that the final quality of the effluent is compatible with the receptor, the river Arade and the Alvor inlet, and with the criteria laid down in Directive 91/271/EEC on waste water The measure is intended to preserve particularly sensmve ecosystems or. ; in the area suitable for bathing and the raising of molluscs. make ceac: The overall objective of the Barlavento system, which includes protected area;;. irv. 1 a::-. of considerable ecological value, is to ensure preservation of the environment m tne Î>K of increasing pressure from urban development and tourism. 7. Schedule Schedule Start End Technical projects August 1993 lune Purchase of land Main works Operational June 1994 1995 June 1 °^ 8. Environmental assessment The most significant impact op the project will be the substantial improvement in water quality, which will be helpful to biotopes, activities requiring the use of water resources and water-based recreational activities. The solution adopted is regarded as compatible with the characteristics of the area m which it is being built and the level of purification obtained will permit the reuse of effluent, so improving management of water resources. 9 Economic assessment The cos^enefit analysis shows gross value added of ESC 2 197 million, in view of ihe type of project concerned, the investment may be regarded as justified iCt 10 Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost Eligible cost (after 3 October 1994) Rate of assistance Assistance from the Cohesion Fund 6 624 777 8 071 855 7 793 855 85% 3 6f ^. 94/10/61/025 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. PROJECT TITLE Tip for Almada, Seixaland Sesimbra 2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLICATION 2. 1. Name: 2. 2. Address: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvivmento Regional Av. D. Carlos I, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Câmara Municipal do Seixal R. Fernando de Sousa, 2, 2840 Seixal, Portugal 4. LOCATION: 4. 1. Member State: 4. 2. Administrative district: Portugal Lisbon metropolitan area, southern bank of Tagus 5. DESCRIPTION The aim is to find a solution for the treatment of the 310 tonnes of solid urban waste generated each day by some 320 000 people. The project comprises the tip, works on the approach areas, fencing, support facilities, protection systems and external networks. The technical approach to construction of the tip is as follows: in each area designated for a phase of the tip, "cavities" respecting the existing lie of the land will be constructed. In the early years, these will be filled until the level of the surrounding land has been reached; in subsequent phases, filling will take the form of layers 1 m deep separated by trenches where trees can be planted. Ditches will be constructed for liquids to reach the basic drainage system; wherCfrffing is completed, each layer of the tip will be finally sealed. This project forms part of the major system for treating solid waste from southern Greater Lisbon which, when completed, will include two other subsystems shared by a number of municipalities and a final treatment centre for incineration and/or composting. Total investment for this large system, which will continue to require assistance from the Cohesion Fund, is currently estimated at about ECU 65 million. 6. MAIN OBJECTIVES The objective of the project is to treat and dispose of all the solid waste produced in three municipalities. The project has been planned to meet the appropriate requirements, standards and rules for the utilization and operation of works of this type and the tip is designed to be » integrated into the landscape. Integration of this project into the major system to be undertaken in the metropolitan area of Lisbon south of the Tagus will ensure a consistent appraoch to development and greater technical and financial efficiency. 7. SCHEDULE Schedule Start Finish Technical projects September 1992 February 1995 Purchase of land Main works September 1994 June 1995 Operational phase June 1995 2006 8. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT The- project has taken account of the impact study carried out and includes preventative measures and provisions to protect existing environmental conditions, including systems to avoid seepages and extract gases. The solution adopted will also permit restoration of the original earth and future conversion into a green area. ;n In view of trQ^ecautions taken in drawing up the project and the fact that the tip is not close to an §n^jronmentally sensitive area, there is not expected to be any significant negative impact. - 9. ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT The project is regarded as an effective means of achieving the objectives set and is required to comply with the relevant Community legislation. The investment may therefore be regarded as justified. 10. TOTAL COST Total cost Expenditure prior to eligibility Total eligible cost 8 952 699 30 081 8 922 618 3'V© Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95/10/61/001-002-005-007 1. Name of project: Water supply to Grande Porto-Sul 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I, 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal do Porto Address:Rua Barâo de Nova Sintra. 285 Porto 3. 2. Name: Câmara Municipal de Vale de Cambra Address: Av. Camilo de Matos. 3730 Vale de Cambra 3. 3. Name: Câmara Municipal de Vila Nova de Gaia Address: Rua 14 de Outubro, 343 Vila Nova de Gaia 3. 4. Name: Camara Municipal de Valongo Address: Rua 5 de Outubro. 160 4440 Valongo 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Grande Porto-Sul 5. Description A set of measures to be implemented in four municipalities in Porto south 5. 1. Porto Work to improve Porto's collection system to remedy the current shortcomings: recharge wells close to the Lever intake and connection to the Vila Nova de Gaia lifting system for reception of surplus water. There will also be a study for a cleansing system for the area around the intakes. 5. 2. Vale de Cambra Work to improve the Caima intake, creation of a new intake at Padastros and construction of seven reservoirs with supply and lift conduits. 5. 3. Vila Nova de Gaia Work to increase the production capacity of Vila Nova de Gaia's collection systems, which also supply water to several surrounding municipalities. Seven recharge wells will be drilled and the pressure surge control will be strengthened so that a larger volume of water can be lifted. 5. 4. Valongo Work to improve the water delivery and storage capacity, including construction of two new reservoirs, pipelines and an auxiliary flow acceleration system. includes All these operations contribute to the large intermunicipal system of greater Porto south, which treatment and infrastructures distribution serving 14 municipalities in the suburbs of Porto south. The system will also be financed by the Cohesion Fund and will require total investment of almost ECU 200 million. for collection, large Objectives This set of measures is intended to secure the supply of water to areas which have experienced water shortages or interrupted supply, and to prepare the water transport and storage networks of the municipalities for successful integration into the intermunicipal system which will serve the region of Porto south. The water supplied by the system will have to meet the quality standards laid down in Directive 80/778/EEC relating to the quality of water intended for human consumption. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Studies Purchase of land Construction Operational phase 1. 8. 1994 1. 5. 1995 1. 5. 1995 1. 8. 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 30. 6. 1995 30. 6. 1995 31. 7. 1998 m The internal rates of return,determined on the basis of real prices which are lower than the economic price of water, are very low. These rates become satisfactory if account is taken of the real value of water in the target region. Assessment of environmental impact The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas nor areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no substantially negative effects. In all, these measures will have a positive impact on the management of water resources and wall help improve the rates of supply to the population, in terms of both quality and quantity. 10- Cost and assistance (in ECU) Cost per project: Porto Vale de Cambra Vila Nova de Gaia Valonuo Total cost: Eligible costs: Rate of assistance: Total Eligible 490 714 2 679 351 273 832 2 613 539 490 714 2 705 351 273 832 2 658 839 6 128 736 6 057 436 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 148 821 O "jf/i (X Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 95. 10. 61. 003 Sewage system for Grande Porto Sul - Vale de Cambra subsystem 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Vale de Cambra. 3-. 2. Address: Av. Camilo de Matos 3730, Vale de Cambra 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Grande Porto 5. Description Installation of the drainage and waste-water treatment network for Grande Porto Sul requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems for the 14 municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto Sul/Aguas do Douro e Paiva supply system. Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the local catchment areas or coastline. Solutions involving more than one municipality have been chosen whenever the orographic conditions permit. The total investment for the 14 municipalities will be around ECU 200 000 000. The Cohesion Fund has already provided assistance to a number of projects, particularly v,oi'. -:. u bouro basin and the southern part of the Leca basin. The Vale de Cambra subsystem in the Caima basin which is the subject of this Decision involves the following: -> "Ï i the regional outlet channel at Sâo Pedro de Castelâo, 7 500 m long, to cater for a population of 21 000 inhabitants, to be linked to the treatment plant to be built at Ossela; two treatment plants and their respective lifting systems for. the drainage of liquid waste and its transport to the outlet channel. Objectives The project will increase the coverage of the population with regard to treatment of waste water and will reduce the pollution of the region's watercourses. It will also contribute to the implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC on the treatment of waste water. To that end it will soon be supplemented by the construction of the Ossela treatment plant. Meanwhile, the outlet channels must not be used until the treatment plant is operational. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Technical projects Construction Commissioning 1. 7. 1994 1. 6. 1995 1. 1. 1998 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis * — 31. 5. 1995 31. 12. 1997 The investment is warranted in view of the type of project and the fact that it is part of a larger-scale operation. It is also needed to comply with the Community rules on the treatment of waste water. The rates applied will make it possible to cover running costs. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on soil quality and surface and ground water quality. The project is far from any ecologically sensitive areas and will have no negative impact on the environment. >v 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 2 479 919 Eligible costs (after 5. 5. 1995): 2 433 919 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 2 068 831 '*, K Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Studies and projects 1. 3. 1992 31. 12. 1997 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 1 180 849 Eligible costs: 670 267 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 569 729 m Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 10. 61. 006 1. Name of project: Sewer system for Grande Porto Sul - Valongo subsystem 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Valongo 3. 2. Address: Av. 5 de Outubro, 160 - 4440 Valongo 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Grande Porto 5. Description Installation of the drainage and waste-water treatment system for Grande Porto Sul requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, for the 14 municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto Sul/Aguas do Douro e Paiva system. Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the local catchment areas or coastline. Solutions involving more than one municipality have been chosen whenever the orographic conditions permit. The total investment for the 14 municipalities will be around ECU 200 000 000. The Valongo subsystem to which this Decision refers covers the Leça and Ferreira river basins and involves the following: Fer re ira a general interceptor of a total length of around 12 km, made up of three interceptors and linked to the Valongo treatment plant; J;H -. N, 16/95, 12790000 POO. P Ti Leça Valongo treatment plant, for secondary treatment to cater initially for a population of 30 000 inhabitants; a general interceptor of a total length of around 5 km, made up of two interceptors and linked to the Ermesinde treatment plant; Ermesinde treatment plant, for secondary treatment to cLter initially for a population of 50 000 inhabitants. This project supplements other operations carried out in the Leva basin and part- financed by the Cohesion Fund under Decisions C(93) 3977 and C(94; 3603. Objectives The project aims to put an end to the discharge of untreated. fituents into that part of the river basins situated in Valongo and to improve ihe quality of surface, and ground water. It will substantially increase the level of service to the population and will contribute to the implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC as regards the quality of the final effluent. * Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Technical projects Purchase of land Construction Operational phase 1. 4. 95 l. 5. f'"~ 1. 5/' 1. 12. 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 31. 7. 95 31. 11. 95 30. 11. 97 The investment is warranted in view of the ; part of a larger-scale oner?tinn. it is also ncr. rules on the treatmuu ot \. ^ ic water. »f project and the fact that it is LO comply with the Community The rates applied will make it possible to a inning costs. EN/16/95/12790000 POO <PTi 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect in ensuring integrated pollution control and substantially improving water quality. The project is far from any ecologically sensitive areas and will have no negative impact on the environment. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 8 674 450 Eligible costs (after 25. 5. 1995): 8 622 450 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 329 083 3 to Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regular;. (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 10. 61. 000 1- Name of project: xMultimunicipal water-supply system tor northern Grande Porto 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimemo Regional 2. 2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7. 1200 LiMv. n 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Aguas do Câvado. S. A. 3. 2. Address: R. Elias Garcia. 245-1 4750 Barcelos 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Grande Porto 5. Description The intermunicipal system of northern Grande Porto must suppA d» to seven municipalities with a total population of 600 000 irhah annual consumption of 35 million nv. It is a supply system for the collection and treatment ol water and tor ir drinking water to the reservoirs of each of the user municip liities. responsible for further distribution to the consunn r. The system has been designed and will be implemented :;: an micLir. :' and will all be financed by the Cohesion fund It is made mp. >;: - surface collection from the Câvado: - a treatment plant with a capacity of 230 000 m'. -'day at \;e;:^ die ^ - a storage reservoir; - a distribution network consisting of 122 km of pipe-lint- •. ( \anon up to 1 400 mm three control reservoirs: - - five lift stations. The first phase of the work, covered by this Decision, involves: - the storage reservoir, with a capacity of 20 000 m3, to be built close to the collection point: - a pilot treatment plant with a nominal capacity of 50 mVhour to test the treatment method to be used in the treatment station at Areias de Vilar, since treatment will probably require rather complex operations; the °ippi\ systems which will feed the reservoirs for incoming water for four municipalities (Povoa do Varzim, Vila do Conde. Maia/norte and St Tirso), including 'wo eonimi 'reservoirs, four lift stations. 77 km of gravity-flow and i\sr- plp. ci'1 - i••!" vinous diameters from 300 to 1 400 mm. :. ;iiao, n < i : <c e. v. c!i«'. mechanical equipment of the lir: stations and treatment ;nal system will be scheduled on the basis of trends in ',. a pi. -. ,;: I'd ih. i. y- !o i. :i\i •. [• <\. he iv. of the equipment. ' OJJI. » Us ys !. < r. ;. '. ; is 'ntuided to aiioid a global, integrated solution to the problem of. • •. ; d. ;. ; , ••-• -I'ia'ient supply of good-quality water to a hea\'ily populated region. ••••>. ' , lL ; ,-i n o:;, o o ;ov ipa! system will allow substantial economies of scale 'lui'-ii a\l nvmnent of raw water, rationalizing existing means and : ;. • d nv miav. dcmcnr. •i >|iialit\ are expected to be great, since improved public supply. d - •. • «omsc in water from uncontrolled sources. V, , ' " loap to o. stem must comply with the quality requirements of intended for human e he needed to define the conditions required on MI cam of the >\ stem. the quality of water 1 0 ,. M. l ' ,. v •?. v -> 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Purchase of land Construction Operational phase 1. 2. 96 1. 9. 96 1. 6. 97 31. 12. 96 31. 3. 97 31. 12. 2020 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis On the basis of an analysis covering a thirty-year period, consumption, currently at 35 million m3. will increase by around 85%. The price for supplying treated water is Esc 50/m3 (1994 prices): this rate covers running and maintenance costs. The internal rate of return is 12. 3% and the cost/benefit ratio is 1. 38. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas nor areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no environmentally negative effects. The project will have a positive effect on the quality of the water distributed and will help correct the current over-exploitation of groundwater 10. Cost and assistance (in 1 XT ) Total cost: 7 277 275 Flimble costs (alter 24. 5 \^)>Y. ^7 227 2?5 Rate ol a ( 'oheMon 1 and d i s t a n c e: 270 010 3 ilS Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 95. 10. 61. 010 Intermunicipal water-supply system for the Sotavento Algarvio 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçào Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Av. D. Carlos Î 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Aguas do Sotavento. SA 3. 2. Address:R. Cândido Guerreiro. 43-4°. 8000 Faro 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Algarve 5. Description The intermunicipal water-supply system for the Sotavento Algarvio must supply drinking water to the coastal area consisting of seven municipalities in eastern Algarve. The region has a population of 177 000 inhabitants. However, since its main activity is tourism, the population rises to 468 000 in the high season. Annual consumption is of 21 million m\ but the scale of the system will allow it to cater for the 218 000 m3 daily consumption expected in the high season by the time the work is completed. It is a supply system for the collection and treatment of water and for transporting drinking water to the reservoirs of each of the user municipalities, which are responsible for further distribution to the consumer. The system has been designed and will be implemented in an integrated fashion and is made up of: two reservoirs, on the Odeleite and the Beliche, linked by a tunnel: an intake in the Beliche reservoir; • \ i d/ two lift stations; a pipeline 28 km long with a diameter of 2. 5 m; two treatment plants, at Beliche and Tavira. This Decision concerns the following work: phase two of the extension of the Tavira treatment plant: two modules for the production of 1. 1 m3/s; renovation and extension of the Beliche treatment plant, with a capacity of 150 1/s, so that it can be integrated into the system: a distribution network consisting of 105 km of pipeline of various diameters up to 1 500 mm renovation of the supply facilities of the Beliche subsystem which comprises 15 km of pipeline and the Caldeirâo lift station; four new lift stations. A previous phase of the work on this system has already been financed by the Cohesion Fund, to the tune of ECU 45. 6 million (Decision C(95) 1530 of 30. 6. 1995). 6. Objectives This project is designed to provide a lasting solution, with full quality assurances, to the supply shortfalls in an area with limited underground resources. In addition, the irregularity of the public water supply is holding back the development of tourism, which is the region's economic mainstay. The choice of an intermunicipal system will allow substantial economies of scale in the production and treatment of raw water, rationalizing existing means and optimizing resource management. Water supplied by the system must comply with the quality requirements of Directive 80/778/EEC relating to the quality of water intended for human consumption. Isf 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Purchase of land Construction Operational phase 1. 6. 95 1. 9. 95 1. 1. 98 31. 3. 98 31. 10. 98 2024 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis On the basis of an analysis covering a thirty-year period, consumption, currently at 21 million m3, will increase by around 80%. The price for supplying treated water is Esc 54/m3 (1994 prices); this rate covers running and maintenance costs. The internal rate of return is 13. 6% and the cost/benefit ratio is 1. 49. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas ror areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no environmentally negative effects. Once the system is in operation it will no longer be necessary to use water from alternative sources, thereby preventing overexploitation of the groundwater, which already has rather high chloride levels, and providing better quality water. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 49 246 542 Eligible costs (after 24. 5. 1995): 49 246 542 Rate of assistance: 84% Cohesion Fund assistance: 41 367 095 3£& Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 10. 61. 011-014 1. Name of project: Supply of water to the region of Grande Porto Norte 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Esposende Address: Praça do Municipio, 4740 Esposende 3. 2. Name: Câmara Municipal de Fafe Address: Av. 5 de Outubro, 4820 Fafe 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Grande Porto Norte 5. Description The project involves work to be carried out in two municipalities in the region of Porto Norte. Esposende Installation of 14 km of gravity-flow pipeline for connection to the main supply pipeline of the Grande Porto Norte intermunicipal system. Fafe Installation of a water intake in the Queimadela reservoir, a lift station, a water treatment plant for a throughput of 280 1/s, 12 km of gravity-flow pipeline and four interception and regulating tanks. v>- The peripheral location of part of the municipality requires continued partial autonomy in relation to the intermunicipal network. All these operations contribute to the large intermunicipal system of Grande Porto Norte, which includes large infrastructures for collection, treatment and 'wholesale' distribution serving seven municipalities in the suburbs of Porto Norte. The system will also be financed by the Cohesion Fund and will require total investment of more than ECU 60 million. Objectives Esposende The purpose of the project is to improve the quality of the water'distributed once the link to the main intermunicipal pipeline replaces the current water intakes, which are already showing signs of contamination. Fafe The main purpose of the project is to rationalize the existing system, which is very dispersed, and to increase the rate of supply to 95% of the population. In both cases, the aim is also to prepare the water transport and storage networks of the municipalities for successful integration into the intermunicipal system which will serve the region of Porto Norte. The water supplied by the system must meet the quality requirements laid down in Directive 80/778/EEC on the quality of water for human consumption. Work schedule ,. ,-degory of work Commencement Completion Studies Purchase of land Construction Operational phase 1. 7. 95 1. 10. 95 1. 8. 95 1. 1. 99 31. 12. 96 31. 12. 96 31. 12. 98 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The internal rates of return, determined on the basis of real prices which are lower than the economic price of water, are very low. U:i These rates become satisfactory if account is taken of the real value of water in the target region. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The measures to be implemented do not concern environmentally sensitive areas nor areas adjacent to such and will therefore have no environmentally negative effects. These measures will have a positive impact on the management of water resources and will help improve the rates of supply to the population and water quality. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Cost per project: Total Esposende 1 030 371 Fafe 5 259 164 Total cost: 6 289 535 Eligible costs (after 13. 7. 95): 6 289 535 Rate of assistance: 85 % Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 346 105 Eligible 1 030 371 5 259 164 3 V Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 95. 10. 61. 012 Sewerage system for greater Oporto north - Maia subsystem 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçào Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Maia 3. 2. Address: Praça co Municipio, 4470 Maia 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Greater Oporto 5. Description Construction of the drainage and waste-water treatment system for greater Oporto north requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, for the seven municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto-Norte/Âguas do Câvado water-supply system. Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the local catchment area or coastline, and intermunicipal solutions have been chosen whenever the relief permits. The total ECU 150 000 000. investment for the seven municipalities will be around The Maia subsystem which is the subject of this Decision involves the following: - the outlet channel at Leandro, 6 km long, to cater for around 15 000 inhabitants; the final stretch of the Arquinho outlet channel, 5 km long, to cater for 10 000 inhabitants; -' the outlet channel at Silva Escura, 8 km long, to cater for 12 000 inhabitants; - - - - thé outlet channel at Avioso, 8 km long, to cater for 20 000 inhabitants: the outlet channel at Barca, 8 km long, to cater for 15 000 inhabitants; the outlet channel at Milheiros, 8 km long, to cater for 18 000 inhabitant: the Rio Leça outlet channel, 6 km long, to cater for 12 000 inhabitants; These outlet channels will transport untreated liquid waste to two treatment stations, one of which is already operational and the other nearing completion. Objectives The aim of the project is to ensure treatment of almost all the waste water of the Maia municipality and to increase the rate of service to the population from 55% to 95%. The project is part of a larger-scale operation covering the Leça basin and thus complements projects already financed by the Cohesion Fund (Decisions (C(93) 3977 and C(94) 3603). Work schedule Category of work Commencement Technical projects Purchase of land Construction Operational phase 1. 6. 1995 1. 10. 1995 1. 11. 1995 1. 1. 2000 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Completion 31. 12. 1995 31. 12. 1997 31. 12. 1999 ,| ;| ; ] The investment is warranted in view of the type of project and the fact that it is part of a larger-scale operation. It is also needed to comply with the Community rules on the treatment of waste water. The charges applied will cover running costs. 9. Assessment <»f environmental impact The project will contribute greatly to cleaning up the Leça and, together with the other measures currently underway, will help restore its self-healing capacity and rebalance its ecosystem. The project will also contribute to the application of Directive 917271/EEC on the treatment of waste-water and, since it is not situated in an ecologically sensitive area, it v>dl have no negative impact on the environment. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cosi: 9 328 261 Tiligibie COMN (after 13. 7. 1995): 9 328 261 Biilj^::L>J->Vj:;t. a_nce: 85% < oiie'-dr- ; •. ••! d M. u i i v e: 7 929 022 3rvL- Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 95. 10. 61. 013 Collection and treatment of liquid effluent discharged into the Ria de Aveiro - phase 1 2. Authority making the application •2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliào 63, 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: AM Ria - Association of municipalities of the Ria de Aveiro 3. 2. Address: Av. Dr Lourenço Peixinho, 15 - 2nd floor - 3800 Aveiro 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Centre 5. Description The integrated system for the collection, treatment and discharge into the Ria de Aveiro of liquid waste involves: a network of collectors made up of three raw effluent collectors and one treated effluent collector linked to the underwater outlet channel; two waste-water secondary treatment plants; an underwater outlet channel 3 000 m long for discharging treated residual water into the sea. The system is to cater for a population of 300 000 and a population eouivplnnt ^ ground 700 000 units and is to be submitted to the Cohesion Fund as a whole. 2>)^ This Decision concerns the following group of projects: 5. 1. a 3 000 m long underwater outlet channel of 1 600 mm in diameter fitted with a 300 m diffuser at a depth of 20 m; 5. 2. the "general collector", which includes the general collector and an additional outfall, the Torreira outfall. The general collector, for transporting only waste water which has already been subjected to secondary treatment, is made up of a main segment which begins at the northern treatment plant and finishes at the entry to the underwater outlet, and a secondary segment running from the southern treatment plant, which joins the main segment at Gafanhas. The main segment is made up of: a buried pipeline 12 km long with a diameter of 1 400 mm running alongside the IP5 main road; a second buried pipeline 5 km long with a diameter of 1 600 mm, iriside the harbour area of the port of Aveiro; a third buried pipeline 2 km long with a diameter of 1 600 mm, situated parallel to the S. Jacinto air base. The secondary segment is made up of a buried pipeline about 4. 6 km long and 1 000 mm in diameter running alongside a road in the town of Gafanha da Nazaré. The Torreira outfall is made up of a buried pipeline about 6. 2 km long and varying in diameter from 250 to 350 mm, running alongside the EN 327 road in an area which is about 50% occupied by buildings for tourism. 5. 3. A treatment plant for the central and southern areas (ETAR-SUL), to cater for a population of 220 000 inhabitants and providing secondary activated sludge treatment; the sludge will then be treated for agricultural use. A series of outfalls and additional work to link up the various existing subsystems. 6. Objectives Broadly speaking, the project is designed to divert all the domestic and industrial liquid waste previously discharged into the Ria de Aveiro and ensure that it is adequately V* treated before being discharged into the sea. The choice of an integrated, intermunicipal solution will permit economies of scale and ensure an overall coherent design which will comply with the criteria laid down in Community legislation, particularly Directive 91/271/EEC. The project also aims to protect the Ria de Aveiro as a wetland area necessary for the protection of aquatic birdlife and fauna, being a protected zone within the meaning of Directive 79/409/EEC on the conservation of wild birds. The positive effects of the project will include an increase in the biodiversity of the Ria and the recovery, protection and development of its ecosystem in accordance with Directive 92/43/EEC on the conservation of natural habitats. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Purchase of land Construction Operational phase — 1. 6. 1995 1. 9. 1995 1. 1. 1999 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Completion 1. 12. 1995 31. 12. 1998 « * The investment is warranted in view of the type of project, because it is part of a larger- scale operation, and because the measure is necessary for compliance with Community rules on waste-water treatment. The charges applied will cover the running costs. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have an overall positive environmental impact. By eliminating sources of pollution, the system will substantially improve the quality, of the water in the Ria de Aveiro and the Vouga basin. Since the project is located in a special protect •: zone for birds, a detailed inventory must be made of possible negative effects, panic, uirly during the construction phase, so that the necessary corrective measures can be iai:en. The effects on the most sensitive areas still reui included in this Decision and in the second further study and some of the work oe of the project (currently being prepared) will depend on the results of the study. (See Article 5(2) and Annex 111(5)). The Portuguese authorities, particularly those responsible for the environment, will ensure that the measures resulting from the studies are properly implemented and will make regular reports thereon to the Commission. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible costs: 68 731338 68 731 338 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 58 421 636 ^rv t Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95/10/61/015 1. Name of project:. Sewage system for Grande Porto-Norte: Esposende subsystem 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63. 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Esposende 3. 2. Address: Praça do Municipio - 4740 ESPOSENDE 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Grande Porto 5. Description Installation of the drainage and waste-water treatment network for Grande Porto- Norte requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, tor the seven municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto-Norte'Aguas do Câvado supply system. Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the local catchment area or coastline, and solutions than vine municipality have been chosen whenever the orographic conditions permit. involving more total investment The around ECU 150 000 000. The Cohesion Fund has already pnui. L-d assistance to a ;^ i-ai and t;calment ot v\aste number of projects, particularly work on the A 'e water at Barcclos. seven municipalities ui!l the for be The Esposende subsystem which is the subject of this Decision involves the following: the treatment plant at Marinhas, which will provide secondary activated sludue treatment for around 14 000 inhabitants: the iru. imcnt pl. ;ni :ti Antas. in the Neiva basin, which will serve 2 800 inhabitants. extension of the secondary activated sludge treatment plant at Esposende, which will serve sonic 20 000 inhabitants; a treatment plant lor the sludge produced by the different serving some 70 n (!0 inhabitants: treatment plants interceptors and 'oree mains of different diameters and a total length of about 20 km: six lift stations with electro-mechanical equipment. ;'-. CoLeujyes I he project will pro\ ide a sewage s\stem for the northern coastal area of 1 po>cndc. --civmg 7^"o of domestic users (compared to 5 0% previously) and 'i-. • of the small M,dM-av<Ml units situated on the outskirts of the town (compared i; •: " ' '' ,. jM o\ i M i ! N i \ } ^ V i ' l A ^ J i e. d i i le ' '. i l e p i M\ ••'' w<a 1. C o m m e n c e m e nt Completion. o. v ••; !,. ; ; !d : ' - h M e l l on •• ' U o. M v. ; ; i P; ' o t no s ! Hi H,os : I !0UU 3 1. 1 2. 1 0 05 31. 12. 109S i-. o. in111nic a nd social>. < >st• {>i• t; <•ot_ :iualy sis ike ^. o i i i u ' ni n- WM lanico1 in \ • o , •: ' k v. o pe ol project and the fact that it is. ; d,:d to comply w ith the C o m m u n i ty • , , i:; > : i I :reer--'. -ile « r<:\ un<u l! •k • • i do ' i e itn'v M oi -\ u :,; w \ ^s» SVIIHin «»t i'ii\ i r o n n i * n t al h n p a e! o ••. : •• • I'M' n. MhM'iv. •,. '!:•••''*. :ii!\ -•,•;. -. nw e „ii. MN and w ill ha\ e no negative. i ,o n. :. si; •• • ' i'M eoti\. • ' '. ' "; ; ' •• o. ••,• ::''o';:ii, the uclwoi k v d •. onti iknk. 'o :::. ! ' ' n die in/almcnt o! 'l - '. -• \;;'er • M a nd a s s i s t a n ce (in 1 (1 ; ; I M 4SI Al|V Eligible costs (alter 13. 7. 1991): 4 121 48 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 3 503 259 ?AC\ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 95. 10. 61. 017 Sewerage system for greater Oporto south - Gondomar subsystem 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Gondomar 3. 2. Address: Praça do Municipio - 442 S. Cosme de Gondomar 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Greater Oporto 5. Description Construction of the drainage and waste-water treatment system for greater Oporto south requires the implementation of a set of projects, grouped by subsystems, for the 14 municipalities situated in the area served by the Porto Sul/Aguas do Douro e Paiva water-supply system. Each municipality's subsystem has been designed on the basis of the lie of the local catchment areas or coastline and intermunicipal solutions have been chosen whenever the relief permits. The total investment for the 14 municipalities will be around ECU 200 000 000. The Gondomar subsystem which is the subject of this Decision involves the following: - collectors at Jovim, around 5 km long, and their connection to the Valbom treatment plant; - the 8 km long outlet channel along the Torto, for connection to the Freixo and Rio Ferreira treatment plants; v OxD - - - the Rio Ferreira outlet channel, to receive waste water from the Ferreira basin and transport it to the treatment plant; the outlet channel on the bank of the Parada, 5 000 m long, for connection to the Rio Ferreira treatment plant; the Rio Ferreira treatment plant, currently able to cater for 35 000 inhabitants, could be expanded to cater for 55 000 inhabitants and will provide secondary waste-water treatment. Objectives The project aims to clean up the municipality's four catchment basins and put an end to the discharge of untreated waste water. The project will increase the rate of coverage of the population from 40-50% to 85-90% and contribute substantially to implementation of Directive 91/271/EEC on the treatment of waste water by applying the parameters laid down for the quality of the end product. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Technical projects Land ' Construction Operational phase 1. 1. 1996 1. 8. 1995 1. 12. 1995 1. 1. 2000 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Completion 30. 6. 1996 30. 6. 1999 31. 12. 1999 The investment is warranted in view of the type of project and the fact that it is part of a larger-scale operation. It is also needed to comply with the Community rules on the treatment of waste water. The charges applied will cover running costs. Assessment of environmental impact The project will have a positive effect on the quality of surface and ground water. The project is not located in or close to an environmentally sensitive area and will have no negative impact on the environment. îrol 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 12 879 627 Eligible costs (after 13. 7. 1995): 12 879 627 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 10 947 683 HO'i Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 95. 10. 61. 019 Collection and treatment of waste water at Lagoa, Barlavento, Algarve 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Câmara Municipal de Lagoa 3. 2. Address: Largo do Municipio - 8400 Lagoa 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Region: Algarve 5. Description Creation of the waste-water drainage and treatment system for Barlavento requires the implementation of a set of projects by the eight municipalities investment of around situated ECU 60 000 000. the area covered entailing a total in The Cohesion Fund has already financed the studies to define the system and on the construction of the Portimâo waste-water treatment plant. This Decision concerns the following measures involving the municipality of Lagoa: the technical projects required to construct the collection'system and treatment plant for Carvoeiro; *. the technical projects required to construct Alporchinhos/Porches; the collection system for Hoi the Ferragudo system: technical projects and construction of a system made up of gravity-flow and lifting pipelines and five lift stations to be connected to the Portimâo treatment plant. The works relating to the above-mentioned technical projects will be the subject of future applications for Cohesion Fund assistance. 6. Objectives The aim of this assistance is to increase the rate of coverage of the population and ensure that waste water is treated to a standard suited to the receiving medium, i. e. the Lagoa coastal strip and the Arade basin. Taken as a whole, the measures envisaged for Barlavento will contribute to the application of Directive 91/271/EEC on the treatment of waste water. 7. Work schedule - Category of work Commencement Technical projects Construction Commissioning 1. 6. 1995 1. 3. 1996 1. 1. 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Completion 31. 12. 1996 31. 12. 1997 The cost-benefit analysis covered the entire Barlavento region and was based on the impact of improved water quality on the local economy, particularly in terms of savings in costs and hence in terms of general impact on the environment. The project has an internal economic rate of return of 28% and a cost/benefit ratio of around 2. 28. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will make a substantial contribution to the fight against pollution and the improvement of surface and bathing water in the region, particularly the water of the Arada into which untreated liquid waste is currently being discharged. The project i:> and will have no negative impact on the environment. idling place in or close to an. environmentally sensitive area 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 2 081 880 fy-oif Eligible costs (after 26. 7. 1995): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 769 598 85 % 2 081 880 fh?r Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 95. 10. 61. 025 1. Name of project: Catchment basin plans and national water plan 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Rua de Sâo Juliâo 63, 1100 Lisbon 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Instituto da Âgua 3. 2. Address: Av. Almirante Gago Coutinho 30, 1000 Lisbon 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Portugal 4. 2. Regions: All 5. Description Sixteen studies to prepare for a national water plan and fifteen catchment-basin plans, i. e. four plans concerning international catchment basins (Minho, Douro, Tagus, Guadiana) and eleven plans concerning the main national basins (Lima, Câvado. Ave, Leça, Vouga, Mondego, Lis, Ribeiras do Oeste, Sado, Mira, Ribeiras do Algarve). The studies for the water resource plans for the catchment basins are all of the same kind and will provide a set of results to be included in the national water plan. 6. Objectives This set of studies must define priorities and set out the objectives for investments in hydraulic infrastructure, drainage and the development of water resources, together with the improvement and protection of water quality. • These studies will contribute to the preparation of plans for the different catchment basins which will take account of the specific character of each water course and the dynamics of development in each region in the country, and will therefore play a part in the creation of a consistent national water plan which will ensure that all the catchment-basin plans are compatible with each other. 7. Work schedule Commencement Completion 1. 10. 95 31. 12. 97 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: 8 830 961 Eligible costs (after 23. 10. 95): 8 830 961 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 506 317 ii^jL PORTUGAL TRANSPORT Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under ^^ftegulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Project No 94/10/65/004 1. PROJECT TITLE Section of road from Oporto to Âguas Santas 2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLICATION 2. 1. Name: 2. 2. Address: Direcçâo Geral do Desenvolvivmento Regional Av. D. Carlos I, 126-7', 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 3. 1. Name: 3. 2. Address: Brisa-Autoestradas de Portugal sa Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo, 6-3°, 1000 Lisbon, Portugal 4. LOCATION: 4. 1. Member State: 4. 2. Administrative district: Portugal North, Oporto district 5. DESCRIPTION The widening of the 3. 1 km section of motorway between Oporto and Âguas Santas will increase its capacity by replacing two lanes 3. 75 m wide by four lanes 3. 5 m wide. This section constitutes one phase of the investments programmed for the Oporto-Valença motorway, which also includes: the Cruz-Braga section, which received about ECU 26. 7 million from the cohesion financial instrument; the link between Braga and Valença, which will be submitted to the Cohesion Fund. Total investment is estimated at ECC 180 million and construction is planned for 1996/97. 6. MAIN OBJECTIVES Widening will significantly increase the level of service irr terms of traffic flow and safety on a sub-section where average daily traffic over the year exceeded 52 000 vehicles per day in 1993. While forming part of the IP 1 (Autoestrada do Norte), this section will also provide a link with the Oporto-Amarante motorway at the Âguas Santas interchange. 7. SCHEDULE Start: Finish: January 1993 March,19?5 8. ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT The internal economic rate of return of this sub-section of motorway is 49%. 9. CONTRIBUTION TO TRANS-EUROPEAN NETWORKS The Oporto-Âguas Santas sub-section forms an integral part of the trans-European road network. Total eligible cost 3 445 000 i i. i i 10. TOTAL COST Total cost Expenditure prior to eligibility 3_595_000 150 000 ' — — — - — • * * T T — — - — —— '• " — — —— UAO Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Project No: 94. 10. 65. 007 BRIEF DESCRIPTION 1. TITLE OF PROJECT: Modernization of Beira Alta line III 2. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPLdATION: 2. 1. Name: Direçcâo Geral do Desenvolvimento Regional 2. 2. Address: Av. D. Carlos I 126-7°, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION: 3. 1. Name: Caminhos de ferro Portugueses, EP 3. 2. Address: Calçada do Duque, 20, 1200 Lisbon, Portugal 4. LOCATION: 4. 1. Member State: 4. 2. District: Portugal Baixo Vouga, Dào. Lafoes, Serra da Estrela, Beira 5. DESCRIPTION: The project involves electrification, telecommunications and automatic speed control (CONVEL). * Electrification (second phase) Electrification entails: construction of two substar (km 144. 208) and one at I for electric power, one at Gouveia (km 199. 660} construction of two oven:- (km 102. 358) and one at • ower stations, one at Ohveirinha :anca das Naves (km 181. 827); installation of overhead p between Pamilhosa and Vil and alterations to existing '. ables along the 202 km section moso including necessary repairs Telecommunications Work on the telecommunications network entails installation of *:. a series of systems and equipment to ensure communications directly connected with the operation of the railways and the organization and regulation of traffic; subscriber connections and internodal circuits integrated into the general railways ("management networks"); telecommunications networks the of time-keeping and synchronization systems and systems for the technical supervision of the network; systems to provide the energy required for operation of all the equipment and systems; and systems the telecommunications and communications networks forming part of the signalling and CTC systems; transmission supports physical for video surveillance and public information systems. Automatic speed control (CONVEL) Installation of the CONVEL system comprising the erection along the track and running lines in the stations of signalling information posts which notify the traction units of the maximum speeds authorized on each section of track. 6. Main objectives These investments form an integral part of the general project for the modernization of the Beira Alta line. They will increase the capacity and quality of transport, reduce journey times between Lisbon, Oporto and Vilar Formoso and increase traffic safety and reliability on the line which provides the main rail link between Portugal and the rest of Europe. 7. WORK SCHEDULE: Start: Finish: 1988 November 1996 8. RATE OF RETURN: The internal economic rate of return of the project is 12%. ^12 9. TOTAL COST (in ecus). g&gr —i Totals*** Expenditure prior to date of eligibility Total eligible cost Contribution from the Cohesion Fund 55 296 000 0 55 296 000 44 236 800 UT3 GREECE ENVIRONMENT Publication of mains points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund. Project summary No 94. 09. 61. 005 1. 2. Project title Water supply to Thessaloniki from the river Aliakmon Authority making the application. 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: Syntagma square 10 180 Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ministry of Public Works ,Land planning and Environment 3. 2. Address: Fanarioton 9, 10178 Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2 Region Central Macedonia 5. Description Studies and Consultant expenses Completion of conduit from River Axios to Sindos pumping station. internal dimension Construction of a closed orthogonal concrete conduit 3. 0x3. 5m, total length 56 m, flow 660 000 cum/day (1 st and 2nd phase) with intermediate crossings Sum required for payment for field damage, expropriation and other cost Construction of filters Unit I Flow 150 000 cu. m/day (1st stage of 1st phase) Conduits to bring drinking water from reservoir D3 to Langadas road- construction of Diavata pumping station and reservoirs D3 and D4 Faying of steel tubes: 7//r a) b) c) Cross-section D 1700, length 3840 m, from reservoir D3 to Diavata pumping station with intermediate crossings Cross-section D 1500, length 2750 m, from Diavata pumping station to reservoir D4 Cross-section D 1500 to D 1300, total length 6050 m, from reservoir D4 to Langadas road Flow of these conduits 300 000 cu. m/day; all form part of 1st phase. station and field damage, the Diavata pumping Laying of steel tubing: sum required for payment for expropriation and other works The actual structure of electromechanical equipment form part of the 1st phase The land for construction of the Diavata pumping station has been expropriated Clean-water reservoir D3 will be constructed on expropriated land for the filters and will form part of the 1st phase the discharge/overflow conduit for reservoirs D2, D3 will be constructed of cement piping dia. 1000, length 800 m Reservoir D4 will form part of the 1st phase. It is planned to complete expropriation of the land for construction of reservoir D4 in the near future. the Connection of Aliakmon aqueduct with various reseervoir, West Areas D2, Neapolis, Kallithea and reservoirs Touba, D5) installations (Diavata A. caii for tenders for the fechnicai study has been published \enovation/repair of connecting canal Repair and relining of sections A0, 6A and 9 A of the Aliakmon-Axios connecting canal, total length 8 000 + 9 800 + 7 400 = 25 220 m 6. Objectives To provide a 660 000m/day water supply to Thessaloniki, total population, 1 million, at present served only by boreholes, use of which is running into serious difficulties: a) the drought implications for water supply and irrigation is depleting underground water reserves with serious b) over-pumping is causing subsidence in the. area of the boreholes iri(o 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Studies Most completed, one remains and has been commenced Mainworls 1. 9. 1995 Operational phase From 1. 8. 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit assessment 30. 9. 1996 31. 12. 1998 The cost-benefit ratio is B/C>1. Applying the sensitivity method to the assumptions still leaves this result positive. The yield coefficient for interest rates of 6% and 8% ranges on the two assumptions from 0,91 to 1. 47. The internal yield rate is for assumption a) 10. 08% and for V u:0 - Th^ aum created directly at the execution stage is 250 in the first year ^. phase 200. The number created directly at the operating stage is 50 -n. t - T ber of jobs Ua execution 9. Environmental impact assessment Upgrading of water supplies of the areas in question The project will also have a wider impact: a) b) c) in the Kalokhori district, which is subsiding as a result of water-pumping from boreholes and is in danger of being overtaken by the sea. The ground water horizon. has been confirmed as brackish and the area is turning into a salt marsh. in the Araviso district restoration of the spring waters will permit a recovery of lost plant and animal life in Thessaloniki the existence of adequate quantities of water will provide the opportunity to upgrade the environment by increasing the amount of plant life. 10. Public procurement system Completion of conduit from River to Sindos pumping station. Unit price system Construction of filters Unit I: m% Lump - Sum system, study - construction and appraisal of tenders Conduits to bring drinking water from reservoir D3 to Langadas road-construction of Diavata pumping station and reservoir D3 and D4: lump - sum system Connection of Aliakmon aqueduct with various installations (Diavata reservoir, West Areas D2, Neapolis, Kallithea and reservoirs Touba, D5) lump - sum system Renovation /repair of connecting canal lump -sum system. 11. Cost and assistance tin ecus) Total cost: 95 127 000 Eligible costs 95 127 000 Rate of assistance 85% Cohesion Fund assistance 80 857 950 12. Revenus and pricing Policy Any income accruing directly from the project as well as the future pricing policy concerning the project will be subject to follow-up and examination by the Cohesion Fund. The Cohesion Fund will examine the promoter's utilisation of any financial surplus which will occur from the construction of this project with community financing. The project has to be accompagnied by an updated marster plan for water of the greater Thessaloniki Area. The Cohesion Fund will follow closely the implentation of the programm of control and reduction of water leakages as well as network analysis in the district which will be put in place by the Greek Autorities. The Greek Autorities aie obliged to P. uv-ad to a high quality assessment of the situation of the existing project and on any maintainance needed. The Greek Autorities have to. install a monitoring system for the disposal of sludge and effluents from the filters'unit according to international standards. <H8 Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No 94. 09. 61. 010 1. Project title Enlargement and completion of sewage treatment installations for Thessaloniki stage II. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry for the National Economy 2. 2. Address. PI Sintagmatos 10 180 Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3 1. Name:Ministry for the Environment, Regional Planning and Public Works 3. 2. Address: Amaliados 17 11 523 Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region:Central Macedonia 5. Description Second stage of sewage treatment installations for Thessaloniki. The installations so far executed (stage 1) are input pumping station, screening, grit removal, first stage sedimentation and sludge treatment line, and disinfection. Studies. Research programme to monitor the quality of the Thermaic Gulf and of bottom sediments, also covering potential utilization of sludge through humification. Technical Consultan. construction of various units to complete those already operating and allow the treated sewage to be discharged into the sea. Ht*) The additional treatment installation (stage II): enlargement of the existing installations aeration tanks intermediate pumping stations final sedimentation tanks. Conduit for discharge of treated sewage into Thermaic Gulf Land section of conduit, total length approximately 7920 m,running from the existing diversion pond to the charging for the undersea section: This will be a twin conduit, internal diameter 1500 or 1600 mm depending on the construction material. Undersea section of conduit,consisting of two branches, total length 2600 m (including diffusers) each. The greater part of the conduit will be piping of diameter 1600 or 1500 mm depending on the construction material. The diffusers will be of gradually tapering diameter. Objectives Sewage treatment for Thessaloniki. The post-treatment waste will be discharged into the Thermaic Gulf. At present only a small proportion of the sewage and tank sewage of the areas is treated. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main works ^rational Phase 1996 1999 1999 2. 000 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Execution of investment will be advantageous. It will be of immense value immediately and provide a high of return. Failure to execute the investment would correspondingly present exceptionally serious problems. Direct job creation: 100 per year at the execution stage, once operational 5 Indirect job creation: 10 at the execution stage, once operational 2. Environmental impact analysis As the situation stands at present we have four types of pollution source: a) urban sewage and tank sewage ({ 20 b) c) d) industrial waste drainage ditches - pumping stations rivers Industrial waste comes chiefly from four industrial zones lagadas Diavata/EKO VIPETH/Gallikos Axios a) b) c) d) Of the drainage ditches the Sindos has a natural flow Thessaloniki Bay. The others terminate at four pumping stations: East Khalastra,West Khalastra, Kleidios and Malgara. The three main rivers are the Axios, Loudias and Aliakmon. Apart from the Aliakmon-Loudias-Axios delta hydrobiotope the general area is not interesting as regards fauna. For flora the interest lies in various types of phytoplankton. The reductions in the pollution load will have the following impact on the environment: 1) substantial quality improvement for Gulf of Thessaloniki and coastal area 2) improvement of central part of Gulf of Thessaloniki as regards eutrophication 3) improvement of toxic waste collection 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: 66. 080. 000 Eligible costs (after 11. 07. 1994) 66. 080. 000 Rate of assistance 85% Cohesion Fund assistance 56. 168. 000 11. Special conditions The Greek autorities undertake to closely monitor water quality in the inner and central areas of the Thermaic Gulf. They will take the necessary action to expand the sewer network and propose to link up the industrial area to it and to monitor the quality of industrial effluent. They will ensure that operating and maintenance costs are covered from the relevant revenues. m Publication of mains points of decisions to, grant financial assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund. Project summary No 94. 09. 61. 11- 8 Project title "Buttressing of Mornos aqueduct upstream of Kitheronas tunnel" 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: ministry for the National Economy 2. 2. Address: PI Sintagmatos 10 180 Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Athens Water Supply and Sewerage Company 3. 2. Address: Oropou 156 111 - 46 Galatsi 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Central Greek 5. Description Action to buttress and safeguard the open Mornos aqueduct commensurate with its existing cross-section takes two forms : T. -placing of prestressed ribs at 0. 8 metre intervals over a length of 9 550 metres. 2. placing of prestressed ribs at 0. 7 metre intervals over a length of approximately 14 800 metres The locations along the aqueduct at which the work will be carried out are: V2~L> Location Total length (metres) Distance in question (metres) Khrissos canal Delfi B canal KyriaTcion canal Elikonas canal Elikonas B canal Thisvis - Ellopia canal Total Objectives 3 600 1 900 2 100 1 060 1 530 3 150 1 900 2 000 1 000 1 500 14 800 14 800 24 990 24 350 Reduce leakage from the canal by 25% ( from to~6! Work schedule Category of work Commencement Mains Works 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1997 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The lloss reduction achieved will save a large volume of water per year that would otherwise be supplied by pumping from the Iliki aquaduct, which entails a cost for the electric power required. Environmental impact analysis Buttressing of the walls of the canals and general safeguarding of the Mornos aqueduct upstream of the Kitheronas tunnel will have no supplementary environmental impact. The work is on the existing construction and affects no new areas. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost:13. 845. 000 Eligible costs 13. 845. 000 Rate of assistance 85% Cohesion Fund assistance 11. 768. 250 VJ-3 11. Special clauses The Greek authorities undertake to work out and submit to the European Commission the Athens water supply master plan and to appoint a project manager for the range of AWSSC projects financed from the Cohesion Fund. The Cohesion Fund reserves the right to inspect the works to verify their conformity with the technical specifications and the implementation of the technical recommendations that have been issued by the Cohesion Fund's consultans. um Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/015-2 1- Name of project: Biological treatment plant and sewer networks for Skydra, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEY A (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Skydra 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Makedonia 5. Description 1) Completion of sewer networks (a) Restoration of roadways (b) Restoration of kerbs (c) Restoration of pavements (d) Access to collectors from railway lines 2 500 m2 5 000 m2 2 000 m2 1 2) Biological treatment plant Purchase of land - 13 652 m2 Study Pumping stations Inlet tank from urban sewers Equipment for raising waste water Sewer unit Eschar formation Grit collector Measuring input Input counter Aeration, nitrification, denitrification /O 100% 3 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 Compaction second level Pumping station for sludge Pumping station for mixture Chlorination Sludge thickening Dehydration of sludge Pumping station Automation Other installation work Test operation of equipment for 18 months 00% Objectives This stage of the project involves completing the sewer drainage network and building the biological treatment plant (purchase of the land, preparation of a study and building the waste-water treatment plant). Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 1 8. *1 i * Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Social benefit. Improvement of the quality of life of the inhabitants and public health in general. In the long term, contribution to economic development and decentralization. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will comply with Directive 91/271/EC, since the sewers empty into the Loudia river. The project must meet the requirements of Decree No 91446 of the Ministry of Regional Planning, the Environment, and Public works of January 1994. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: 1 830 000 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 555 500 W 2G Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 94/09/61/017 Waste-water drainage and biological treatment plant at Palio Kavalas, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Kavala 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Makedonia 5. Description 1. Drainage collector 2. Pumping stations for drainage: (a) main stations (b) ancillary stations 3. Underwater collector 2 930 m 2 units 10 units 400 m 4. Installation of biological treatment facilities with a capacity of 20 000 inhabitants equivalent 5. Phosphorus removal unit for Kavala town 1 unit 6. Waste-water discharge pipes for the town internal network 3 000 m W ~) 6. Objectives The second phase of this project involves the completion of the drainage network for Palio Kavala. Waste water will be channelled to the treatment plant which is currently being built at the same time as the drainage network. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Palio is situated 8 km south-west of Kavala town. The population of Kavala quadruples in the summer because of tourism. The project will improve the quality of life and public health of Palio, thereby contributing to its economic development and the region's to decentralization. infrastructure and, in the long term, 9. Assessment of environmental impact Palio has no drainage network. Waste water collects in catchpits which have polluted the ground water. Operation of the biological treatment plant will help clean up the sea, which is the final destination of the waste water. The project is therefore in accordance with Directive 91/271 /EC. The project must meet the requirements set out in Decree No 66717 of the Ministry of Regional Planning, the Environment and Public works of 2 December 1993. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 146 000 85% 4 374 100 (. / 2tf Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 94/09/61/026 Construction of a secondary waste-water drainage system for loannina. Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), loannina 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens. Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Epiros 5. Description Waste-water drainage network Rain-water drainage network Wells Substation Purchase of sealing vehicle Electrical production set 6. Objectives 38 000 m 18 500 m 5 800 units 100% 100% 100% This stage of the project involves completing the construction of the separate network for waste-water drainage and rain-water drainage. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 June 1995 31 December 1998 V ZÏ 8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis Social benefit for 56 000 inhabitants of the town of loannina, which is the capital of the north-western region of Greece. Improvement in the quality of life of the inhabitants and enhanced possibilities for economic development of the larger area. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The purpose of the project is to reduce pollution, because not long ago waste water was discharged into catchpits which polluted the ground water and caused major pollution problems for the loannina lake. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 8 940 000 - 85% 7 599 000 a d -- Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 94/09/61/028 Waste-water drainage and biological treatment plant in Corfu, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage). Corfu 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Ionian Islands 5. Description Waste-water drainage 1. Collectors 160-800 2. 1 pumping station, Tsavrou 3. 1 pumping station, Kontokaliou 4. 2 pumping stations, Alikon Potamon 5. Under-water exit collector 6. Collector pumping station 7. Well for the under-water collector Biological treatment plant 1. Earthworks 2. Civil engineering works 3. Electro-mechanical works 14 250 m 100% 100% 100% 1 700 m 100% 100% 62% 73% 78% 6. Objectives The second stage of the project concerns the completion of the drainage network for the northern suburbs of Corfu town, channelling rain water to the sea and waste water to the biological treatment plant which is under construction. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 June 1995 31 December 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Social benefit. Improvement of the quality of life and public health of 36 900 inhabitants of the area, which is one of the most heavily visited by tourists to Corfu town. In the long term, completion of the waste-water drainage network and the biological treatment plant will contribute to the economic development and decentralization needed to cope with the accelerating population increase. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project must meet the requirements laid down in Decree No 16125 of the Ministry of Regional Planning, the Environment and Public works of 1. 6. 1993. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 9 345 000 85% 7 943 250 LiZ2 Publication of main points of decisions allocating financial assistance under Regulation No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Summary of project no 9A/09/61/029-2 1. Title Sewage treatment facility for Agrinio 2. Applicant authority 2. 1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 2. 2 Address: Platia Sintagmatos, 101 80 Athens 3. Authority in charge of execution 3. 1 Name: Agrinio Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking 3. 2 Address: Ministry for the Interior. Stadiou 27, Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2 Region: Western Greece 5. Description Construction of sewage treatment installations for Agrinio, capacity 60 000 population equivalents. Pre-treatment Construction and electromechanical equipment for input stage (pumping unit for initial elevation screening, grit removal, main flow meter, screen housing etc. ) Biological treatment Construction and electromechanical equipment for two complete treatment lines (pre-selection sumps, aeration tank, settling tank, recirculation pumping unit. M :cviipment from outlet of settling tanks to. :ng!dù d. k! (disinfection tank, flow meter, unit bypass, disinfection housing,. •. disinfection apparatus Sludge treatment Construction and electromechanical equipment from pumping unit for excess sludge to storage space for dehydrated sludge (thickening, dehydration necessary housing, filtration etc) Administration building Electricity supply building Other service installations; landscaping, roadways, fencing, water supply, drainage, tree planting etc. (a) (b) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) Measurement and control systems, automation (i) Twelve-month testing period 6. Objectives Construction and bringing into operation of the sewage treatment facility as described at (5) above to provide a direct service to the some 40 000 permanent inhabitants of the Agrinio area 7. Timetable Type of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 8. Economic and social cost-benefit estimate Particularly important social benefit given that the some 40 000 permanent inhabitants of the Agrinio area will gain from it as regards improvement of quality of life, protection of the environment and long-term population increase and decentralization. 9. Environmental impact Improved collection, treatment and discharge of waste water permitting pollution control. The project will be in line with Community Directive 271/91 in that final discharge will be into the Akheloos river. fhe requirements of MERPPW Decision No 31588/29. 7. 1994 must be observed. 10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) Total cost: 4 675 410 Contribution rate: 85% Cohesion Fund contribution: 3 974 099 <<3 v Publication of essential elements of decisions granting assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Summary of Project No 94/09/61/029-3 1. Project title Sewerage and sewage treatment works for Pirgos. 2. Applicant authority 2. 1. Name: Ministry for the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Sintagmatos 1011 80 Athens 3. Authority in charge of execution 3. 1. Name: Pirgos Public Water Supply and Sew-erage Undertaking 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior. Stadiou 27, Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Western Greece 5. capacity 50 000 population equivalents Description 1. 2. 3. Internal drainage network length 3 000m Central drainage conduit length 3 000m Treatment installations of comprising: Tank sewage reception Entry interceptor Raising mechanism Pre-treatment; flow measurement Aeration tanks Settling tanks Chlorination Sludge thickening Sludge dehydration Sludge recirculation pumping unit 3. 1 3. 2 3. 3 3. 4 3. 5 3. 6 3. 7 3. 8 3. 9 3. 10 3. 11 Administration building <'V 3. 12 Treatment piping 3. 13 Landscaping of grounds 3. 14 Infrastructure networks 3. 15 Electrical installations 3. 16 Measuring instruments and laboratory equipment 4. Treated effluent disposal pipe length 1 000m. Objectives (a) Expansion of the existing sewerage network of the town of Pirgos and construction of a central effluent pipe leading to the treatment plant, whence the treated effluent will be discharged via the pipe to be laid to the Alfios river (b) Construction of the town's treatment plant, population capacity 50 000. Timetable Type of work Main work Commencement Completion 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 Economic and social cost-benefit estimate Public utility - improvement of the quality of life of the 30 000 permanent inhabitants of the town, the population of which increased substantially between 1981 and 1991, seriously burdening its infrastructure. A further population increase is expected over the long term. The project will improve the quality of life of the inhabitants and boost the town's role as a centre for complementary activities to the agricultural production of the area. Environmental impact assessment The aim is to improve collection, treatment and disposal of waste water and so control pollution arising from the continuing economic and touristic development of the town and the continuing use of fertilizers, pesticides etc. given the area's predominantly agricultural character. It will conform with the provisions of Directive 271/91 since the treated effluent is discharged into the Alfios river. The requirements of MERPPW Decision No 34248/12. 1. 1995 must be observed. 10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) Total cost: 5 885 000 Contribution rate: 85% Cohesion Fund contribution: 5 002 250. uU Publication of essential elements of decisions granting financial assistance under Regulation No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Summary of project number 94/09/61/030 9 3/ 1. Title Water supply, sew-erage and biological sewage treatment for Thiva 2. Applicant authority 2. 1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 2. 2 Address: Platia Sintagmatos, 10180 Athens 3. Authority in charge of execution 3. 1 Name: Thiva Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking 3. 2 Address: Ministry of the Interior. Stadiou 27. Athens 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Greece 4. 2 Region: Central Greece 5. Description Water supply, sewerage and biological sewage treatment for Thiva: 1. 2. 3. 4. Input pumping unit Reception and pre-treaiment of tank sewage Screening • Removal of grit. scum, other floating material Laying of 26 000 m water supply network Laying of 47 400 m sewerage network of PVC S42 pipes Central effluent conduit, length 2000 m Sewage treatment installations, capacity 40 000 PL. comprising 4. 1 4. 2 Preliminary treatment: a. b. r 4 ' > v-iitilation and deodorization of tank sewage and screening building 4. 4 Biological treatment a. b. Aeration tanks 4. 5 Second stage settling tanks 4. 6 Sludge recirculation 4. 7 Rotating filters 4. 8 Disinfection 4. 9 Sludge treatment (thickening and dehydration) Distributing sump for aeration tanks 6. Objectives a) Rational operation of and leakage reduction in the water supply system by various improvements, replacements and additions to the existing network. b) Laying of sewerage discharging into a central conduit leading to the treatment plant. 7. Timetable Type of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1993 31 December 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Particularly significant social benefit for the some 22 500 permanent inhabitants of the Thiva area as regards improvement of quality of life, protection of the environment and long term population increase and decentralization. 9. Environmental impact assessment Improved collection and disposal of waste and rain water permitting control of pollution. In line with Community Directive 271/91 given that final discharge of the treated effluent is into Lake Iliki. The requirements of MERPPW Decision No 31430/25. 5. 1994 must be observed. 10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) Total cost: 17 228 000 Contribution: 85% Cohesion Fund contribution: 14 634 800 ^ 2v Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/031-1 1. Name of project: Waste-water drainage in Xylokastro, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Xylokastro 3. 2. Address: xMinistry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Peloponnisos 5. Description Force pipes Central pumping station Intermediate pumping station Machinery for central pumping station Machinery for intermediate pumping station Machinery for 4 wells Drainage network Purchase of pipes Connections, other requisites Asphalt surface 1 980 m 45% 45% 30% 30% 30% 2 500 m 2 500 m 1 000 units" 15 000 m2 6. Objectives The project involves the construction of a waste-water drainage network leading to the town's biological treatment plant, which is to be built with financing from Envireg. v^. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Xylokastro is a commune situated near the sea and heavily frequented by tourists during the summer. The town normally has 6 000 inhabitants, but its population increases five-fold in the summer. The project aims to improve infrastructures and the public health of the inhabitants and tourists at this resort. Assessment of environmental impact Not long ago the area had no waste-water disposal network. Small private catchpits were used, which polluted the coastal region. Completion of a drainage neiwork which will be linked to the treatment plant will solve the area's environmental problems. 10 Cost and assistance (in ECL '000) lotal cost: Rate of. distance: Cohesion fund assistance: 447 000 85% 379 950 U& Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/031-2 1. Name of project: Water supply and waste-water drainage for Kiato, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Kiato 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Peloponnisos 5. Description 1) Waste-water drainage network: - Construction of drainage pipeline - Pumping station 3 000 m 40% 2) Water-supply network: - Construction of water-supply pipeline - Supply tank 23 000 m 1 unit 6. Objectives With assistance from the Community i:\a;. ;. i instruments, the central pipeline and secondary waste-water drainage network have already been built. This stage of the project involves the construction of another pipeline for channelling the waste water to the biological treatment plant, h. ^it with financing from Envireg. and the extension of the water-supply netwoi,. needed to improve the town's water supply. Sm 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The town of Kiato is situated near the sea and heavily frequented by tourists in the summer. The town normally has 9 000 inhabitants, but its population increases five-fold in the summer. The project aims to improve infrastructures and the public health of the inhabitants and tourists at this resort. 9. Assessment of environmental impact Not long ago the area had no waste-water disposal network. Small private catchpits were used, which polluted the ground water and the coastal region. This project aims to solve the area's environmental problems. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 663 628 85% 1 414 084 US Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/032 1. Name of project: Sewage and rain-water disposal in Veria, Greece. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Veria 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens. Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Makedqnia 5. Description Sewage and rain-water discharge network 47 000 m in length. 6. Objectives The purpose of this stage of the project is: (a) (b) to bring urban sewage to the central discharge tank and transpon it to the sewage treatment plant, to improve the existing sewage and rain-water discharge network by replacing certain parts and extending ihe network to the remaining parts of the city. 7. i Work schedule Category of work Commences. :m 1 1 ; Completion ; | Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1999 t/V 8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis Veria is the second largest city in Makedonia after Thessaloniki and is very important for the economic and administrative development of the region. The agricultural product processing industry in greater Veria employs a large number of the region's inhabitants, particularly in the summer. The project is clearly of social importance because it will improve the quality of life of 39 619 inhabitants as well as public health and, in the long term, it will contribute to the economic and structural development of the region. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The city's rain water is channelled to the Tripotamos river and, from there, via the T66 ditch, it is discharged into the Aliadmonas river and thereafter into the sea in the Klidi region, which has been protected since 1989 by the RAMSAR treaty. The project is therefore in accordance with Directive 91/271. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: 4 245 033 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 3 608 278. kï % Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/033-1 1. Name of project: Waste water drainage in Patras, Greece Authority making the application Name: Ministry of the National Economy Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 2. 1. 2. 2. 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. 3. 2. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage). Patras Address: Ministry for the Interior. Stadiou 27. Athens. Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Peloponnisos Description Waste-water drainage network Rain-water drainage network Collectors Construction of water collection tanks Cleaning of water collection tanks Pumping stations 56 140 m 37 450 m 13 820 m 710 units 7 900 units 10 units 6. Objectives The project involves completing the waste-water and rain-water drainage systems for the town of Patras. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 April 1995 31 December 1999 v i <r 8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis The project aims to improve the quality of life of the inhabitants of the town, which is a cultural and university centre in western Greece. The rapid development of the town's coastal area will result in further economic development in the region through the arrival of commercial and tourism activities. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project complies with Directive 91/271 /EC, since it will reduce the rather serious pollution of the Gulf of Patras. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 32 100 000 /c 27 285 000 ih<fC Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/037-2 1. Name of project: Completion of sewage network in Xanthi, Greece. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Xanthi 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Thraki 5. Description Discharge collectors Inspection chambers Water-supply network Rain-water network Water-supply chambers Asphalt coating " Tiling 19 500 m 220 units 19 000 m 4 000 m 100 units 75 000 m2 2 700 m2 6. Objectives The purpose of the project is to build part of the discharge •••;. „. ' suburbs of Xanthi. The project is unusual in that it involves small extensions to the discharge network in fairly narrow streets, necessarily followed by small-scale water-supply and rain-water discharge operations, because the narrowness of the streets makes the building of a single well for both water supply and discharge impossible. This is the second stage of the project begun in 1993, the need for which is clear if the sewage discharge network is to be complete and functional. i u 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1995 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Xanthi is the capital of the prefecture of the same name, and the economic and administrative centre of the region. It has great scope for economic and industrial development. Completion of the disposal system will greatly improve the infrastrucmre and the quality of life of the 40 000 inhabitants of this border town and help ensure that the population and the workforce remain in the region and contribute to its development. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The purpose of the project is to complete the town's sewage discharge system, to link it with the already functioning treatment plant and to improve the water supply to the town of Xanthi. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: 1 993 355 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 1 694 352. ^d Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 94. 09. 61. 039 Completion of modern waste-disposal site in Patras Authority making the application Name: Ministry of the National Economy Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece Body responsible for implementation Name: Municipality of Patras Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, 10183 Athens, Greece Location Member State: Greece Region: Western Greece Description 2. 2. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 1. 3. 2. 4. 4. 1. 4. 2. 5. Completion of new dump - 42 % Improvement of old dump - 100% 6. Objectives Environmental protection. Soludon of problem of uncontrolled burial of waste. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main work 1. 1. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Revenue offsets running costs. (i'(<cj 9. Assessment of environmental impact Protection of the environment and public health against uncontrolled dumping of waste. Considerable improvement of quality of life. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU ?000) Total cost: 2 576 000 Eligible cost (after 27. 7. 1994): 2 576 000 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 2 180 600 C/ CO Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No 94/09/61/043 1. Project title Completion of the sewerage treatment plant in the Tourist Area of Thessaloniki 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: PI. Syntagmatos 10 180 ATHENES 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name:Thessaloniki Sewerage Organisation 3. 2. Address: Tsimiski 98 - 546 22 THESSALONIKI 4. Location 4. 1. Member State. Greece 4. 2. Region: CENTRAL MACEDONIA 5. Description Completion of sewerage installations. Tank sewerage Inflow Separation chamber First stage sedimentation tank Aeration tank Interceptors to regulate flow to second stage sedimentation Second stage sedimentation tank Disinfection unit Recirculation pumping unit Sludge thicheners Thichened sludge pumping unit 21% 46% 16% 5% 2% 74% 9% 29% 18% 32% 18% li-\ Digesters Dehydration Pumping unit for strainers Administration building Workshop,machine shop Substation, couple Treatment and strainer piping Water supply and irrigation systems Road surfacing, landscaping, fencing, rainwater catchmen Ancillary equipment and laboratory External lighting, lightning conductors General earthworks, backfilling Control centre and instruments Trial operation Operation Disposal conduit Planting of grounds Additional equipment 29% 25% 10% 5% 2% 73% 38% 95% 76% 58% 20% 13% 76% 100% 100% 2% 100% 100% 6. Objectives The treatment of urban waste of 11 municipalities the depollution of the region and the protection of the Thessaloniki Gulf. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Works 01. 01. 1995 Completion 31. 12. 1996 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Employment for the entire project. During operation: directly: 8 persons indirectly: 2 -3 persons During implimentation: directly: 135 men/years indirectly:45 men/years. 9. Environmental impact analysis Protection of environment and public health. Protection of the Thessaloniki Gulf. The construction has to be in conformity with the environmental terms issued by the 13059/19. 11. 1992 decision of the Ministry of Environment. *K^ 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: 2. 743. 000 Eligible costs (after 27. 07. 1994. ) 2. 743. 000 Rate of assistance 85% Cohesion Fund assistance 2. 331. 550 uC$ Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/046 1. 2. Name of project: Urban waste-water treatment plant for Rhodes Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Rhodes 3. 2. Address: Ministry' for the Interior. Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Aegean Sea - Nomos Dodekanissa 5. Description Completion of urban waste-water treatment facilities. The following work is to be carried out from 1 January 1995: Earthworks Entrance shaft Biological level Final leveling Disinfection Pumping station Pretreatment Settling-aeration Exit works • Sludge treatment Dehydration Automation Spatial planning Building Training Equipment 6 3 77 74 75 13 57. 12 41. 69 45. 19 97 98. 36 100 100 98. 03 100 46. 35 6. Objectives Q A Completion of the drainage network and urban waste-water treatment facilities. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1996 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Public utility - Improvement of public health. 9. Assessment of environmental impact Reduction of pollution. These stages of the project must meet the requirements laid down in Decree No 68625 of the Minister of Regional Planning, the Environment, and Public works of 15 February 1994. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: 7 770 000 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 6 604 500 i£t Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1 1 6 4 / 94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 9 4 / 0 9 / 6 1 / 0 47 1. Name of project: W a s te m a n a g e m e nt in Zakinthos 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia S y n t a g m a t o s, 10 180 A t h e n s, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Association of w a s te removal services of the municipalities and c o m m u n es of Zakinthos 3. 2. Address: Ministry of the Interior, Stadiou 2 7, 1 0 1 83 A t h e n s, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Ionian Islands 5. Description Placing of sealing membranes E a r t h w o r ks for protective layer for membrane Laying of pipeline for discharge of biogas and collection of condensates Laying of pipeline for removal of condensates Purchase and installation of pump for condensates Purchase and installation of a w e i gh bridge C o n s t r u c t i on of an access road Asphalting access road over 2 km Covering of w a s te Landscaping of subdued relief Sealing the covering, resurfacing and planting VVcrks relating to the management of condensates and biogas Restoration of site of incinerator formerly used to burn w a s t e. Purc>Mse of tanker costing DRA 20 million Control ol quality of waterproofing w o r k. V/ \L 6. Objectives Protection of the environment from uncontrolled tipping on Zakinthos. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main Work 1. 1. 1995 31. 12. 1995 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Revenue offsets running costs; - direct creation of jobs during implementation phase: 22 manyears; direct creation of jobs during operational phase: 4 jobs indirect creation of jobs: implementation phase: 6 operational phase: 2. 9. Assessment of environmental impact Protection of the environment and reduction of pollution due to disposal of solid waste. New management methods. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Eligible cost (incurred after 27. 7. 1994): 1 060 000 1 060 000 Rate of assistance: 8 5% Cohesion Fund assistance: 901 000 W Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 94/09/61/048 JL Project title Drainage and biological clean-up of the town of Igoumenitsa 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: PI. Syntagmatos, 101 80 Athens 3 Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ministry of the Interior / Municipality of Igoumenitsa 3. 2. Address: Stadiou 27, Athens 4. Location 5. 1. 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Epirus Brief description Project 94/09/61/048: Drainage and biological clean-up of the town of Igoumenitsa Construction of drainage pipeline: - gravitational: length 2 150 m - discharge: length 2 160 m 2 pumping units with a capacity of 2x25+50 kW Waste-water treatment plants with a capacity of 27 000 inhabitants equivalent Underwater outlet pipe (length: 225 m) Drainage network (secondary): 48 km. The 1994 appropriations will be used to commence construction of the drainage network vn and the external drainage pipeline. (K Principal objectives Integrated management of liquid sewage. Extension of the drainage network and waste water treatment plant. 7. Work schedule Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1993 31 December 1997 & Feasibility study Public interest; improvement of the quality of life. 9. Assessment of environmental impact Environmental protection by disposal of liquid sewage. Protection of public health This is of particular importance because Igoumenitsa is set to become one of the chief towns of entry into and exit from Greece. 10, Cost (in million ecus) Total cost: Community assistance: 9. 43 11. 099 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/049 1. Name of project: Installation of a waste-water drainage system on Skiathos 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Skiathos 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece Region: Magnisia Nomos Description Waste-water drainage system Rain-water drainage system Inspection shafts 6 100 m 2 850 m 195 units Objectives This is the second stage of the project, the general objective of which is the construction of an internal drainage system for waste water and rain water for Skiathos town. It also involves the construction of diversions of the waste-water drainage network to enable certain parts of the town to be connected. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 06 o 8. Economie and social cost-benefit analysis Social benefit for the population of a town with 22 000 inhabitants (improvement in the quality of life and public health). In addition, the project will contribute to the rational operation, in line with the criteria laid down, of the biological treatment plant which currently has to treat very polluted water. 9. Assessment of environmental impact This project will have a positive impact on the environment because it will help clean up ground-water pollution in the region caused by the use of catchpits and will contribute to the protection of the region's marine environment. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: 2 354 000 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 2 000 900 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/049-1 1. Name of project: Waste-water drainage system for Karditsa, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens. Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation ;. i. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage). Karditsa 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27. Athens, Greece 4. Location 4 ;. Member State: Greece i 2 Region: Thessaly 5. Description Waste-water drainage system Rain-water drainage system Waste-water pumping station B Extension/modernization of pumping station A Purchase of machinery Study (Mi drainage works 62 000 m 22 000 m 1 1 2 units 100' ,rr Objectives a waste water d r u d ge i^Wd: :,. ^ a rain-water drainage network ihe second stage of the project involve completion of: {A) iIV) •îs well as the construction of pumping stations and the installation of the machinery needed to ensure functional and efficient operation of the existing biological treatment plant. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The town's population is increasing rapidly and forecasts predict that the number of inhabitants will rise to 51 000 before 2000, of whom 46 000 will be permanent residents of the town. The project will help improve public health and, in the long term, will contribute to economic development and decentralization in the region. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The purpose of the project is to complete a separate system of waste-water and rain-water drainage to stop the pollution of the Mega and Pinios rivers. The project therefore complies with Directive 91/271/EC. The project will also remove the catchpits. used by a large part of the population, which pollute the ground water. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 4 300 000 8 5^ 3 655 000 L. Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/054-1 1. Name of project: Drainage and biological treatment 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Kozani 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Makedonia Description WTater supply - waste-water drainage Waste-water drainage network - Water-supply network - Central drainage collector - Water-supply tank Pumping units Remote control monitoring - intercommunication system for a water-supply pumping station Biological treatment plant Access works Hydroelectric station Administration building Phosphorus removal Internal collectors - Well Ancillary plant - automatization Aeration - denitrification Infrastructure work and equipment V 6 <<• 53 520 m 46 140 m 18 000 m 2 500 m3 2 units 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit Final levelling - Spatial planning Pumping stations for recirculation and sludge removal - Thickening - dehydration of sludge - Disinfection - Test operation for 24 months Objectives This stage involves completing the water-supply and waste-water drainage networks for the town of Kozani and building the biological treatment plant. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Kozani is the centre of greater western Makedonia. The town is situated in an area rich in lignite deposits. There has therefore been very rapid economic development here. The purpose of the project is to improve the quality of life of the inhabitants and improve infrastructures to ensure decentralization in the long term. 9. Assessment of environmental impact The project will comply with Directive 91/271/EC because the urban sewers used to empty into the Polyfitou lake and the Aliakmona river. The project must meet the requirements of Decree No 66630 of the Ministry of Regional Planning, the Environment and Public Works of 31. 1. 1994. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: 13 890 000 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 11 806 500 tf-i-- r Publication of essential elements of decisions granting financial assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Summary of project number 94/09/61/055-3 1. Title Sewerage and biological treatment for Giannitsa 2. Applicant authority 2. 1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 2. 2 Address: Platia Sintagmatos, 10180 Athens 3. Authority in charge of execution 3. 1 Name: Giannitsa Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking 3. 2 Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Greece 4. 2 Region: Macedonia 5. 1. 2. j. Description Laying of central sewer conduit, length 880 m Laying of drainage system (torrent control), length 2100 m Construction of sewage treatment plant, capacity 35 000 population equivalents: 3. 1 Pre-treatment 3. 2 Biological treatment 3. 3 Disinfection 3. 4 Sludge treatment 3. 5 Administration building 3. 6 Electric power building 3. 7 Other features 3. 8 Measurement, control and automation systems 3. 9 Operation for twelve months Objectives Completion of drainage network and bringing into operation of sewage treatment plant as described at (5). A separate drainage network will be laid for rainwater (torrent control) leading to the Loudias river while sewage, will be channelled through the central collector conduit to the treatment plant Timetable Type of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1994 31 December 1998 Economic and social cost-benefit estimate Particularly important social benefits: in the medium term improvement of the quality of life for the 25 000 permanent residents of the town and in the long term economic development and decentralization. Environmental impact assessment Improved collection, treatment and disposal of waste water permitting pollution control. In line with Community Directive 271/91 given that final discharge of the treated effluent will be into Giannitsa dyke 66 itself discharging into the Loudias river. The requirements of MERPPW Decision No 33361/14. 11. 1995 must be observed. 10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) Total cost: 3 703 000 Contribution rate: 85% Cohesion Fund contribution: 3 147 550 Hi Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. Name of project: No 94. 09. 61. 064 Water supply and waste water disposal systems for Livadia, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of the National Economy 2. 2. Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Livadia 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Central Greece 5. Description Water supply (a) (b) (c) (d) Collectors Tank Reconstruction and modernization of the Chlia pumping station Bore holes at the Chlia pumping station 21 000 m 640 m3 1 item 1 item 1 item Waste water disp^r1? (a) Waste-water collectors (b) (c) (d) Connections Rain-water collectors Arrangement of river bed 45 000 m 2 000 items 15 000 m 450 m 969 Objectives The purpose of this project is to complete the town's water-supply and waste water disposal networks and to make it possible to channel rain water to the adapted section of river to prevent flooding in the town and environs. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1999 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Social benefits. Improvement of the quality of life of Livadia's 19 000 permanent inhabitants and the possibility of greater development of the administrative and tourism infrastructure. Assessment of environmental impact The project involves the provision of water-supply and rain-water networks and a waste-water disposal system which will result in better quality drinking water in the region as well as improved quality of life for the inhabitants of Livadia. Between 1981 and 1991 the population of the town increased by 6. 3% because Livadia is the administrative, agricultural and commercial centre of the region and a point of passage for tourists travelling to sites like Delphi, etc. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: 9 400 000 Rate of assistance: 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 7 990 000 hi Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/61/066 1. Name of project: Sewage and rain-water collection network in Tyrnavos, Greece 2. Authority making the application 2. 1 Name: Ministry of the National Economy _. _ Address: Platia Syntagmatos, 10 180 Athens, Greece 3. Bodv responsible for implementation 3. 1 Name: DEYA (State Company for Water Supply and Drainage), Tyrnavos 3. 2. Address: Ministry for the Interior, Stadiou 27, Athens, Greece 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Thessaly Description Waste-water drainage network Rain-water drainage network Inspection shafts Connections Structural part of 2 pumping stations Electro-mechanical equipment for pumping stations Sealing equipment 31 500 m 10 000 m 900 units 2 340 units 2 units 2 units 1 unit 6. Objectives This stage of the project involves completion of the construction of the waste water and rain-water drainage network to meet the needs of the entire town. v K 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work 1 January 1995 31 December 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Considerable social benefits, since the project will not only improve the quality of life and public health of the 12 000 inhabitants of the area but also contribute to the balanced development of infrastructure and, in the long term, to economic development and decentralization. 9. Assessment of environmental impact Until now the town of Tyrnavos had no sewage and rain-water drainage system. Catchpits were used, which polluted the ground water. Moreover, pollution is worsening in the town centre, where the population density is rather high. Since the town is situated in a flat area, rain water cannot easily drain away and the town has been flooded twice, in 1935 and in 1972. The work undertaken in this project will help to solve these problems. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU '000) Total cost: Rate of assistance: 6 785 000 85% Cohesion Fund assistance: 5 767 250 2 ^, Publication of essential elements of decisions granting financial assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Summary of project n' 95/09/61/003 1. Title Water supply for Khania 2. Applicant authority 2. 1 Name: Ministry for the National Economy 2. 2 Address: PL Sintagmatos 10180 Athens 3. Authority in charge of execution 3. 1 Name: Khania Public Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking. ;. 2 Address: Leoforos Kidonias, Khania 73100 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Greece 4. 2 Region: Crete 5. Description A i'l ANNING i Small reservoir utilization studies i. e. Planning and calls for tenders for modification of existing installations, features and pumping electromechanical equipment) to permit automation, enlargement and fuller control of the system. reservoirs and networks (both structural stations, ddiiinid and ^ilh; A. ^i. ucis for enlargement of the system and replacement of conduits. 4. Planning and calls for tenders for centrai control rooms for installations UTi B. IMPLEMENTATION Instruments for modernization and rational management of water supply system: flow meters, quality parameter measurement recording), piezometers, water level gauges etc. (chlorine residue Equipment of KPWSSU with computers and modern software AUTO CAD, Project, Coreldraw, etc. ) (network, Automation of distribution by installation of a SCADA system (central control station, local stations, communications, automation equipment, conversion of existing infrastructure, additions, equipment for pumping stations and reservoirs, replacement of equipment reinforcement of electromechanical installations, construction of premises for central control station. that cannot be automatized), Replacement or renewal of 14 000 m of existing network. Installation or replacement of valves with manholes for improved operation of network. Laying of 10 000 m of primary network. Laying of 32 000 m of secondary network. Construction of two reservoirs each 6 500 m3 with complementary equipment (valves, conduits, chlorination, housing for chlorination and other treatment). Construction of a 2 000 m3 reservoir with complementary equipment. Construction of a 1 000 m3 with complementary equipment. Enlargement of a reservoir by 1 000 m3. 8 000 m conduit with complementary equipment and modifications (valves, manholes etc. ) to link Agia pumping station and Vante reservoirs with existing networks. Mechanical filtering of water obtained from another agency. 6. Objectives Economy and rational management of water resources combined with improvement of water quality. Resolution of quantitative, qualitative and distribution problems. KPWSSU figures indicate a steadily worsening water shortage, at present around 30%, in the summer months. 6 G 7. Timetable Type of work Commencement Completion Planning Main work 1. 1. 96 1. 1. 96 31. 12. 96 31. 12. 99 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Number of jobs created at execution stage: directly 18, indirectly 80 Number of jobs created at operational stage: directly 2, indirectly 10 Investment in water supply will ensure a satisfactory volume of supply for the inhabitants of the town and adequate cover for touristic needs. It is estimated that 13 414 992 m3 of drinking water will be saved over the period 1999-2014. 9. Environmental impact assessment in water resources estimated Reinforcement of the supply network together with continuous leak monitoring will give a saving the period 1994-2015 at 13 414 992 m3 of drinking water. The work proposed accordingly contributes to achievement of the European Community's policy aim of economy and rational management of water resources. It will help conserve the water resources of the Khania area, faced with particular difficulties owing to reduced rainfall. for Improvement of drinking water quality. 10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) Total cost: 5 524 000 Eligible expenditure (from 1. 3. 95): 5 524 000 Community contribution: 85% Cohesion Fund contribution: 4 695 400 w Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No 95. 09. 61. 11-10 1. Project title Dam Ag. Dimitrios - Electromechanical equipment of the relevant works Tunnel Evinos - Mornos - Electromechanical equipment 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: PL Syntagmatos 10180 ATHENS 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Ministry of Public Works 3. 2. Address: Amaliados 17 115 23 ATHENS 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region:WESTERN GREECE 5. Description Equipment that will be installed at the low level outlet of the Ag. Dimitrios Dam. in particular: a) b) c) d) e) Equipment for the tunnel of the low level outlet Equipment for the gate chamber of the low level outlet Equipment for the supply of lm3/sec Equipment for the control building of the dam Future small hydropower station 6. Objectives This work will enable the functionnig of the dam of Ag. Dimitrios as well as the tunnel Evinos - Momos. U 1\ 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Studies Main works Operation 11. 1995 06. 1996 11. 1997 or 04. 1996 10. 1997 12. 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The ration cost /benefit is B/C>1. Employment creation: directly during execution: 40/year indirectly during execution: 10/year directly during operation: 15 indirectly during operation: 12 9. Environmental impact analysis 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: 9. 300. 000 Eligible costs (after 26. 10. 1995) 9. 300. 000 Rate of assistance 85% Cohesion Fund assistance 7. 905. 000 11. Special conditions Any change in the total cost can only result from either a concept of the advisory and coordinating board, or the contract when awarded. The contract on the e lectromechanical equipment will be sent to the Cohesion Fund. & >-G Publication of essential elements of Decisions granting financial assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund Summary of Project 95/09/61/043 1. Title Sewerage for the tourist area of Thessaloniki, second part 2. Applicant authority 2. 1. Name: MNE 2. 2 Address: PI Sintagmatos 10180 Athens 3. Authority in charge of execution 3. 1 Name: Thessaloniki Sewerage Board 3. 2 Address: Tsimiski 98 54622 Thessaloniki 4. Location: 4. 1 Member State: Greece 4. 2 Region: Central Macedonia 5. Description Laying of 28 000 metres of sewage collection piping and construction of six pumping stations in the tourist area of Thessaloniki. 6. Objectives Completion permitting operability of the sewage and biological installations for the tourist area of Thessaloniki treatment Upgrading of Gulf of Thessaloniki Boosting of Tourism Expansion of shellfish cultivation and fishing 7. Timetable Type of work Commencement Completion J ') Main work 1. 1. 96 31. 12. 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Impact on employment: execution stage: 150 persons directly, 20 indirectly, operational stage: 4 persons directly, 500 indirectly. Internal rate of return: 5. 2% Cost/benefit ratio: 1. 046. 9. Environmental impact assessment Improvement of the area's sanitation Upgrading of Gulf of Thessaloniki Conformity with European Union Directives 91/271 on urban waste-water treatment and 75/440 on surface drinking water quality. For execution of the project the environmental terms must be observed of Environment Ministry Decision 13059/19. 11. 92. 10. Cost and contribution (in ecus) Total cost 8 696 000 Eligible expenditure (from 1. 9. 95) 8 696 000 Contribution rate 85% Cohesion Fund contribution 7 391 600 - k GREECE TRANSPORT ( / 'vn Publication of essential elements of decisions granting financial assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund. 1. PROJET NOS: 93. 09. 65. 001 94. 09. 65. 021, 025, 026 Air traffic modernization SUMMARY DESCRIPTION a) Procurement and installation of radar terminals at the international airports of Thessaloniki and Rhodes b) Procurement and installation of radar terminals at the international airports of Iraklio and Corfu c) Procurement and installation of three long range radars (SSR) d) Installation of a system for collecting, handling and disseminating aircraft movement information 2. RECIPIENT MEMBER STATE Greece 3 EXECUTING AGENCY Ministry for Transport. Civil Aviation Department Vas. Georgiou 1. 16604 Ellmiko 4 LOCATION Attiki, Crete. Rhodes. Thessaloniki, Corfu 5 COST OF INVESTMENT Total investment: 38 387 550 Basic investment (eligible for calculation of Fund assistance): 32 387 550 6. TIMETABLE: Commencement: 1. 7. 1994 Completion: 31. 12. 1998 7 ASSISTANCE GRANTED 85% £- SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS Project of lasting benefit ^ CAPACITY (where appropriate) The project is in line with EUROCONTROL specifications U \2^ Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund No 93. 09. 65. 004 1. Project title " NEW PORT OF IGOUMENITSA" 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: YPECHODE 3. 2. Address: Char. Trikoupo 182, Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: GREECE 4. 2. Region: EPIROS 5. Description The planned construction work at Igoumenitsa is intended to provide a modern port able to cover handling requirements for passengers and vehicles from and to the north-western gateway of the country up to the year 2020. The new port will be used for foreign traffic. The work consists of : a) construction of a quay, length roughly 760 m, for berthing vehicle - carrying vessels The quay will be constructed to the south of the existing port. There will be a roughly 300 m gap between the new and existing ports. 5 areas -zone for servicing vessels simultaneously will be constructed. Each of the first three areas will serve one vessel. The next two areas will serve 2 to 4 vessels according their size. All areas could serve simultaneously 7 vessels maximum. The berthing quay will be constructed of cellular caissons. For the foundation of these owing to the softeness of the underlying ground layers in the area 0 600 4 i?£ compressed rubble piles will be laid in various grids and artificial earth drainage inserted in order to accelerate settlement. South of the new constructions a space has been reserved for the future train ferry installations. b) creation of the new landside zone behind the quay. This will have a total area of 20. 5 ha, of which 13 ha will comprise the landside port area (supervised enclosed area) and 7. 5 ha outside this will be given over to vehicle parking and roadways. The following infrastructure work will be required : drainage system and link-up to existing drainage culverts provision of water, electricity, telephone lines etc to the vessel berths and all landside installations internal roadways; areas serving various purposes in the landside port zone; port entrances electric lighting and fire extinction c) d) c) construction of the port, viz. installations for servicing passengers, roofed control areas, offices and small ancillary/storage areas at the main entrances to the port zone. the building required for operation of The main building for servicing passengers will have an area of 4000 m and the roofed control areas at the two port gateways an area of 5000 m2 The first stage of the project includes the construction of a quay of 100m in depth of 12m. The second stage of the project includes all the works described in point a), b) and c) with the exception of the works described in point d). 6. Objectives The development of maritime and combined transport between Greece and EU via Italy. This project is linked with the "Construction of VIA EGNATIA " which will constitute the main east-west axis of the country. 2/-V| 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land aquisition Main works Operational phase | 8. January 1993 January 1993 January 1993 ^ partially from December J 1998 I October 1995 December 1996 December 1999. —_ I Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The IRR is 3. 66%. The socio-economic rate of return is 21. 5% 9. Environmental impact analysis The project will affect environment. The environmental terms fixed with ministenal Decision No 66586/5. 11. 1993 form part of the objectives of the project. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible costs (after 1 January 1993) (after 6 July 1995 ) TOTAL ost taken into account for the calculation of assistance (after deduction of revenue) : Rate of assistance : 85% Cohesion Fund assistance : 52. 110. 000 3. 682. 000 48. 428. 000 52. 110. 000 41. 688. 000 35. 434. 800 V 8^ Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund No 93. 09. 65. 009 94. 09. 65. 009 1. Project title "CONSTRUCTION OF DOUBLE TRACK RAILWAY LINE AT THE SECTION EVAGELISMOS -LEPTOKARYA " 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: OSE 3. 2. Address: Karolou 1-3, Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: GREECE 4. 2. Region. LARISSA -PIERIA 5. Description 1. Construction of new double high speed line road on EVAGELISMOS- N. PORON section, length roughly 24 km. The commencement point is km 375 near the Evangelismos halt on the existing n e. The new alignment runs west of the existing line, bridges the new Athens- Thessaloniki national highway (300 m bridge) and the River Pinios (250 m bridge) and follows the north side of the Tempi valley above the existing railway line, which it meets at Rapsani station (km 387). The schedule for this section, total length 12. 1 km, includes besides the earthworks, minor technical features and the two large bridges (national highway and Pinios) the 4 km Tempi tunnel, four small tunnels (cut and cover) total length 1 km, four railway bridges over 20 m long and two flyovers. Restoration work on the local roads is also included. i. n<T Design particulars for this section are minimum curvature in a 4000 m radius and 1. 4% maximum gradient. From Rapsani station (km 387) to km 399 the new line is on flat ground and a reduced volume of earthworks is required. Besides these and the minor technical features the schedule includes two railway bridges over 20 m long, four flyovers for local roads and restoration work on these. It should be noted that the railway line infrastructure for the subsection km 387 to km 393 has already been constructed with financing from the 1989/93 CSF. Design particulars for the section km 387 to km 399 are minimum curvature in a 3000 m horizontal radius and 1. 4% maximum gradient. There are also included studies of grade, separated junctions and reinstatement of the road network as well as complementary expropriations. 2. Construction section, length roughly 11 km. of new double high speed line on Nea Poron-Leptokaria Work begins at km 399 of the existing line, where the foregoing doubling work comes to an end. The new line traverses the densely populated built up areas of Platamonas and Ag. Pantelemonas by a tunnel 4. 5 km long (from km 0+900 to km 5+400). It then follows flat ground to the existing Leptokaria station, where the section ends (at km 11+350). From the tunnel exit almost to the end of the section a parallel road on each side of the line will be constructed (total length 9 km) in restoration of the road system. The schedule also includes the building of seven flyovers for intersecting roads (with total road construction length 5. 5 km) to restore the area's access to the sea, this being a highly popular tourist area. For the section as a whole seven road bridges and six rail bridges will be constructed, and at its commencement point the new Platamonas station. There are also included all necessary studies and the completion of expropriations. 3) The first stage covers all the works approved with Ministerial Decision C(93)3980/2 of 16 December 1993 which were : 1. Studies SUBSECTION BETWEEN KM 399 AND KM 410 (PMATAMONAS AREA) Studies of total value 250. 000 ECU 2. Infrastructure SUBSECTIONS FROM KM 375 UP TO KM 381. 4 Earthworks and structure's constraction works of total value 1. 650. 000 ECU. usg SUSECTION FROM KM 381. 4 UP TO KM 387 (TEMPI AREA) Earthworks and structuraTs construction works of total value 7. 000. 000 ECU. 4) The second stage covers all the works described in point a) and b) with the exception of the works described in point c). 6. Objectives Modernisation of the railway line ATHENS -THESSALONIKI, and reduction of the time travel by 2-3 hours. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land aquisition Main works Operational phase 1 1993. 1994 1996 2000 ' 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The project is feasible. ERR = 7,5% 9. Environmental impact analysis 1996 1997 1999 * * The project does not have any significant impact on environement. The envirormmental terms established with Ministerial decision No91336/19/l 1/1993 form part of the objectives of the project. 10. Cost and assistance fin ecus) Total cost: Eligible costs (after 1. 1. 1993) (after 13. 7. 1994) TOTAL Rate of assistance : 85% Cohesion Fund assistance : *r*f 251. 400. 000 11. 400. 000 240. 000. 000 251. 000. 000 213. 690. 000 Publication of main points of decisions granting financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Funds 1. PROJECT No: 93/09/65/032 94/09/65/032 COMPLETION OF TERMINALS IV AND V IN THE PORT OF IRAKLION Summary description and nature of project: Completion of Terminals IV and V in the Port of Iraklion. The following works are planned: 1. Studies II. Works on the port a) b) c) d) superstructure of a 130 m-long quay new quays around the terminal; 720 m in length and -15 m deep. backfill of 87 000 m2 of terminal area dredging of certain parts- o. f the interior of the port The abovementioned works represent around 990 000 m? of excavation, 589 000 nf of backfill of all sorts, 96 000 nr of random rubble fill, 780 000 m of reinforced concrete block of all types and other less substantial' works. 2. BENEFICIARY MEMBER STATE: Greece' 3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION Ministry of the Environment 4. LOCATION Crete 5. COST OF THE INVESTMENT: Total: 24 138 000 (Eligible) basis for calculation of assistance from the Fund 18 34 4 880 6. WORKS SCHEDULE START: 1 January 1993 FINISH: 31 january 1998 7. ASSISTANCE GRANTED: (85%) Hit &. SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS: Rate of return on completion: 12% Current net value: 3 856 million drachma Cost/benefit ratio: 1. 7 bxl Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund No 94/09/65/005 1. Name of project: Completion of Quay No II of the N. Ikonio container terminal. 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Piraeus port authority 2. 2. Address: 2nd Merarchias 2, Piraeus 3. Body responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Piraeus port authority 3. 2. Address: 2nd Merarchias 2, Piraeus 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Attiki 5. Description Construction of the quays and on-shore facilities with all the infrastructure and equipment needed for the handling of containers. The project also involves the completion of the electromechanical equipment for the terminal's quay No II. The following work is involved: (a) construction of quays 908 m long and between 14 and 16. 5 m deep; (b) (c) purchase of four gantry cranes for handling containers and 40 straddle carriers. It will not be possible to remove this equipment from the Ikonio port without prior authorization from the Commission; Purchase of 30 tractors and 8 fork-lift trucks. This equipment is not included in the calculation base for assistance from the Cohesion Fund. yc?o 6. Objectives (a) (b) To increase the container-handling capacity to 1 500 000 containers per year, as against 667 000 per year at present. To separate commercial activities from passenger traffic in the Piraeus port complex and transfer of all container handling to N. Ikonio. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Main work Operational phase 1 April 1994 from 1995 31 December 1998 until 1999 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The project is viable. The internal rate of return is particularly high (IRR = 28. 6). the cost-benefit ratio is 4. 5 and the net present value is DRA 7. 7 billion. 9. Assessment of environmental impact There is no appreciable impact on the environment. 10. Cost and assistance (in ECU) Total cost: Eligible cost (after 14 June): Eligible cost after deduction of the cost of the tractors and fork-lift trucks: Cost taken into account for calculation of the aid (after deduction of revenue): Rate of assistance: Cohesion Fund assistance: 67 115 600 67 085 600 62 529 300 18 758 790 80% 15 007 032 V-Cn Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund No 94. 09. 65. 016-b 1. Project title "VIA EGNATIA, section : LYKOPODI-MAKRYCHORA" 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: YPECHODE 3. 2. Address: Char. Trikoupi 182, Athens 4. Location 4 1 Member State: GREECE 4. 2. Region. Thesprotia 5. Description a) Construction of motorway of total width of 22,0m with two main lane and one auxiliary per direction. Separation of the braches by central median and safety shoulders. Between the large technical works tunnels, viaducts and grade separeted junctions are foreseen. It is noted that some of the large scale works such as tunnels will be constructed for one branch of the motorway. The stage of project includes the following works : Construction of all earthworks, paving, asphalt works and signining in full cross-section (2 lanes per direction and emergency lanes) on 5,0kms length (from k. P 8+000 to 13+000). In the section from k. p 8+000 to k. P 8+500 a tunnel and only one of the braches will be constructed with the required electrical and mechanical equipment. The work does not include the viaduct at position k. P. 11 + 120. vs'; b) The first stage of project include the works approved under decision No3980/8 of 16 December 1993 which are modified as follows : Excavations 1. 211. 000m3, embakements 400. 000m3 structures and other technical works. , expropriations , c) The second stage of project include the works described in point a) with the exception of the works described in point b). 6. Objectives Development of regions of IPIROS and MACEDONIA Link Greece with EU. via ITALY. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land aquisition Main works Operational phase 1994 1995 [994 1998. 1996 1996 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The project is feasible. B/C -1,55, IRR = 8,8% 9. Environmental impact analysis The envi ronnm ental terms fixed with Ministerial decision No91337/19/l 1/1993 form part of the objectives of the project. L? 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible costs (after 1. 1. 1993) (after 13. 7. 1994) TOTAL Rate of assistance : 85% Cohesion Fund assistance : 13. 933. 000 6. 654. 000 7,279. 000 13. 933. 000 11. 843. 050 The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption-that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounded from the Commission to review the amount of assistance. ^S'4- Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 1. Project title No 94. 09. 65. 016-e "VLA EGNATIA, section : MAKRYCHORA-KRYSTALOPIGI" 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: Pl. Syntagmatos, 101 80 ATHENS 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3 1 Name: YPECHODE 3. 2. Address: Char. Trikoupi 182, ATHENS 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region: Thesprotia 5 Description The project covers all the earthworks and road laying, asphalting and signing over the full cross section (two traffic lanes in each direction and emergency lanes), overall length of 6 5 km (MR 18 + 500 to 25 + 000). The tunnel at MR 25 + 000 (length 500 m) will be constructed in only one carriageway, with the necessary electromechanical equipment. Not included are the Neokhorio junction with its approaches or the Neokhorio viaduct. 6. Objectives Development of region of Thesorotia Link Greece with LU vu; it:: ^S \ 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 1995 1995 1995 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The project is feasible. B/C=l,55, IRR=8,8% 9. Environmental impact analysis 1997 1996 1997 The environmental terms fixed with Ministerial Decision Nol 337/19. 11. 93 form part of the objectives of the project. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible costs (after 13/7/1994) Rate of assistance 85% Cohesion Fund assistance 11. 231. 000 11. 231. 000 9. 546. 350 The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenu. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. £'••-; 6 Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund No 94. 09. 65. 016-h 1. Project title "VIA EGNATIA, section : PHSYLORACHI-AG. NIKOLAOS" 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address. Syntagma squ. Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: YPECHODE 3. 2. Address: Char. Trikoupo 182, Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: GREECE 4. 2. Region: IPIROS 5. Description a) The project covers : All the work that is required for construction of the this motorway section, length 7. 5 km, over the full cross section, i. e. , two lanes plus an auxiliary lane in each direction, in line with the specified cross-section type for the Egnatia. The earthworks will be carried out accordingly. All the large and small technical features specified in the plan will be constructed and any others the need for which emerges during the work and the road will be laid, asphalted and drainage installed and the signing work carried out. b) The first stagecovers all the works approved with Decision Nol 177/1 of 17 May 1994 which are modified as follows : Excavations 1. 800. 000m3 , embakments 1. 550. 000m3, expropriations and other structures. c) The second stage covers all the works described in point a) with the exception of the works described in point b). Objectives - Development of region of IPIROS - Link GREECE to EU via ITALY. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land aquisition Main works Operational phase 1995 1995 1995 1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The project is feasible. B/C=l,55, IRR=8,8% 9. Environmental impact analysis 1997 1996 1997 The environmental terms fixed with Ministerial Decision N°67240/l8. 2. 94 form part of the objectives of the project. 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible costs (after 1. 1. 1993) (after 13. 7. 1994) TOTAL Rate of assistance : 85% Cohesion Fund assistance : 22. 288. 000 5. 198. 000 17. 090. 000 22. 288. 000 18. 944. 800 The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. It-cj-g Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund No 94. 09. 65. 020-a 1. Project title "VIA EGNATIA, section : BY-PASS INTERCHANGE OF AGHIOS ANDREAS UP TO KM 4+937" OF KAVALA FROM 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: Syntagma squ. Athens 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: YPECHODE 3. 2. Address: Char. Trikoupo 182, Athens 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: GREECE 4. 2. Region: Eastern Macedonia -Thrace 5. a) Description Construction of the section from MR 0 + 796. 22 (Ag Andreas junction location) to MR 4 + 932. 89 (Palios entry), length 4. 1 km, motorway cross-section, total roadway width 2 x 9. 75 m, and construction of the Ag Andreas flyover junction. The work comprises: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) earthworks over the entire length; construction of ten small technical features (archways, box sections), openings from 1 to 4 m; construction of ravine bridge at MR 4 + 073, total length 13. 2 m (2 x 25 + 30 + 2 x 25); construction of ravine bridge at MR 4 + 888, total length 100. 15 m (4 x 25); road laying; (y C < 6) 7) 8) 9) asphalting and anti-skid coat; road signs, lane marking and safety features; road lighting on bridges; full construction of Ag Andreas junction. b) The first stage of the project covers all the works approved with Decision C(93)3980/5 of 16 December 1993 which are modified as follows : Excavations of 1. 300. 000m, structures, road laying, asphalting and other expenditures. embakments of 660. 000m , expropriations, c) The second stage of the project covers all the works described in point a) with the exception of the works described in point b). 6. Objectives Development of the region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace. Link of Greece to the EU via ITALY. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land aquisition Main works Operational phase 1994 1994 1994 1997 1996 1996 1996 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The project is feasible. B/C=2,l, IRR=11,8% 9. Environmental impact analysis The project does not have significant impact on environment. ?Teo 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible costs (after 1. 1. 1993) (after 13. 7. 1994) TOTAL Rate of assistance : 85% Cohesion Fund assistance : 10. 711. 000 9. 394. 000 1. 317. 000 10. 711. 000 9. 104. 350 The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. re Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund No 94. 09. 65. 020-c 1. Project title "VIA EGNATIA, section : " VIA EGNATIA, section : BY-PASS OF KAVALA from km 9+400 to km 13+780" 2. Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Ministry of National Economy 2. 2. Address: Pl. Syntagmatos, 101 80 ATHENS 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: YPECHODE 3. 2. Address: Char. Trikoupi 182, ATHENS 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Greece 4. 2. Region. Eastern Macedonia -Thrace 5 Description Construction of a section length 4,4 km from M. R. 9+400 (Palios exit) to MR (13+780 beginning of Ag. Sylla junction), motorway cross-section, total roadway width 2X9,75m. The works comprises : 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) earthworks over the entire length construction of 13 small technical features over -crossing of road P7 in MR 9+806 under -crossing of road P8 in MR 11+688 width 17,50m under-crossing of road P9 in MR 12+014 width 8m road laying asphalting and anti-skid coat vertical and orizontal road singns and safety features road lighting and link with locality of DEPOS. SDZ^ 6. Objectives Development of region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace Link Greece with EU via Italy. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 1993 1995 1995 1999 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The project is feasible. B/C=2,l, IRR=11,8% 9. Environmental impact analysis 1997 1996 1998 The project does not have significant impact on the environment 10. Cost and assistance (in ecus) Total cost: Eligible costs (after 13/7/1994) Rate of assistance 85% Cohesion Fund assistance 1. 013. 000 11. 013. 000 9. 361. 050 The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenu. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. fl>3 Publication of main points of decisions to grant financial assistance under Regulation (EC) No 1164/94 establishing a Cohesion Fund 1. PROJECT No: 95709/65/034 Preparation of the second phase of technical studies for the rail link project between the new O. L. P. container terminal at N. Ikonio and the planned Thriassio Pedio rail complex. ;'sur. siy Ue :Ti ipt ion and nature of project: d-. ;:. use y study and definitive study of the route to be chosen. "'end-, -f eiiGineerma works liuuuuenfai meant sandy ici. lowing up on the prelinrinar ! study which will be carried out in the first staoe, BENEFICIARY MEMBER STATE: 3. AUTHORITY RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPLEMENTATION 4. LOCATION 5. COST OF THE INVESTMENT WORKS SCHEDULE START: 1 November 1995 FINISH: 31 December 19QS ASSISTANCE GRANTED: (100%) FINANCING PLAN: (See Annex) SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS: id : ; v. u ' I ; u ou i du an e bf i u m e nf i,i i 1. c o m p l ex i ink w i ll •. d S iu ' v. s :u. u d ' u] by a l so make a nd w i th t he if posfuLb. ld l e ur i ns e n t é r i na a nd b d U. d ua i or r e ss ; he of t o rt u i: L b r a a us w i ti t he c o u n t r y 's so c ; r ;s i d ur a: u y <"'ass: tenu 'he- ui r a il '. he h i d. n u s. s«. u. v i ce IRELAND ENVIRONMENT SDS. Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project Number 93/07/61/010/022/026 1. Name of project River Barrow Water Quality Improvement Scheme 2. Organization responsible for the application 2. 1 Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Organization responsible for project implementation 3. 1 Name: Carlow Co. Council Athy Urban Distr. Council New Ross Urban Distr. Council 3. 2 Address. County Offices Carlow Ireland Rathstewart Athy, Co. Kildare Ireland The Tholsel New Ross, Co. Wexford Ireland 4. Location of project 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 County: Co. Carlow, Kildare and Wexford, Ireland 5. Description of project This Decision covers three sewerage schemes in Athy. Muinebheag and New Ross which are all intended to improve significantly water quality of the River Barrow. T Q£ a) Athy The Decision covers the first two stages of this project which includes the replacement of the existing pipeline network, the provision of a new secondary treatment plant and 2 new pumping stations. This Decision covers the Preliminary Report, the CBA and detailed design. The second - construction - stage comprises inlet works, 2 aeration basins, 3 circular clarifiers, 2 stormwater tanks, a sludge pumping station and flow dividing chambers, a sludge press building and a holding tank and the administration and control building. The also covered mechanical contract includes post inlet works and aeration basins. b) Muinebheag This project consists of the provision of a secondary treatment works and the construction of 3 pumping stations, foul and stormwater sewers, and rising mains in the town of Muinebheag. The treatment works are designed to serve a population equivalent of 4,000 at Stage 1. Approximately 4 km of sewers ranging in size from 225mm - 600 mm diameter will be installed including short sections of 150 mm diameter rising main and 3 submersible pumping stations. c) New Ross The Decision covers the initial construction phase on the New Ross Main Drainage scheme involving interceptor and collection network development. The whole includes the construction of pumping stations, a pipe network and a treatment plant. The treatment works will include secondary biological treatment, settlement tanks and sludge treatment facilities which will cater for sludge from the New Ross and West Wexford area. 6. Objectives The principle objectives of the whole project are: -compliance with objectives of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) - elimination of existing discharges of untreated sewage - improvement of water quality in River Barrow estuary - elimination of periodic flooding of streets - reduction of pollution in waters used for bathing and recreational facilities - protection of public health - protection of aquatic life and fish stocks - improvements in tourism, industrial, commercial development in the area ro^ 7. Timetable START DATE COMPLETION DATE Design studies February 1978 Land acquisition 1984 Main woriis March 1993 Operational phase post 1997 1995 1995 1997 8. Cost-Benefit Analysis The cost-benefit analysis shows an internal rate of return on the project of 8. 9 % (Athy), 6. 7 °o (New Ross) and 6. 3 % (Muinebheag). The evaluation assumes significant benefits in the areas of health and safety, tourism and amenity improvement, housing, industrial and commercial development with related benefits to the port of New Ross, benefits to fisheries, plus direct benefits from the project implementation. 9. Environmental Impact Assessment In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations, 1989, which transposes Directive 85/337/EEC into Irish law, an environmental impact assessment is not required at this stage for the three parts of the Scheme. However, the Irish authorities prepared an EIS for the treatment works element of the New Ross project. Moreover, the operation of the facilities shall be subject to full compliance with Article 12 the regulation and/or specific of Directive 91/271/EEC authorization of discharges. The operation of the treatment plants shall also be within the framework of quality objectives under Council Directive 76/464/EEC. in particular with regard to COB 10. Total costs (in MECU) Total costs Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant 11. 754 0. 286 11. 468 9. 748 * Expenditure incurred after Î January 1993 is eligible so 5 Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 94/07/61/007 1. 2. Project title: Lough Derg Water Quality Improvement Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2 3- Authorities responsible for implementation 3. 1. 3. 2 Name: Address: Name: Address Offal y County Council Tippcrary Count}' Council Courthouse Tullamorc Co Offaly Clare County Council New Road Lnms Co Clare Courthouse Nenagh Co Tippcrary Wcstmeath County Council County Buildings Mullingar Co Wcstmeath Name: Address: Gal wax County Council Prospect Hill Gal wax Roscommon County Council Courthouse Roscommon 4. Location 4. 1. Member State Ireland 4 2 Region Counties Galway. Clare, Roscommon, Tipperarx'. Offal\" and Wcstmeath ^ • Descri ption Lough Derg is the largest lake on the River Shannon system which drains a large part of the west and 'Ihe principle economic midlands of Ireland importance of Lough Derg dcrixes from its actual and potential significance for the tourism industry since it is part of the Shannon waterway system, the largest single non-coastal tourism amenity in Ilic lake is 40km by 13km at its widest point land. This potential is being threatened by a deterioration in water din'iid esiuu. ,. concentration of phosphorous and algae consistent with a highlx eutrop'uc lake Lough Derg is classified as 'sensitive waters' and under the tenus of the Urban Waste Water Directix e waste water from agglomerations of more than 10,000 population equivalent must have treatment more stringent than secondary treatment by end-1998. The project's aims are to implement a monitoring system for the hike, to design and construct or upgrade treatment xxorks at the six largest urban areas in or around the lake and to plan future work at other smaller sites. Clo The items covered are: Assessment programme for the future management of water quality including the development of a hydrodynamic model ofthe lake system plus extensive data collection. Provision or upgrading of collection, secondary treatment and phosphorous removal facilities at the towns of Nenagh, Birr, Ballinasloe, Tullamore, Roscrea and Athlone. Planning and design of future facilities at Portumna, Clara and Moate. Objectives Presentation and enhancement of Lough Derg as a water resource by arresting and reversing the eutrophication of the lake; To protect and improve water quality in the tributaries ofthe catchment: To establish a water quality monitoring system for the Lough; To comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive. To contribute to implementing the phosporous pollution reduction programme (in particular the attainment of the phosphorous quality objectixe) applicable to Lough Derg which is required under Directive 76/464/EEC. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 01/01/190] 01/01/1^95 01/01/1995 01/01/1999 Completion 31/12/1997 31/12/1996 31/12/1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The Lough Derg group of projects was exaluated by consultants appointed by the European Commission. The study sought to quantify' the direct benefits of the projects m the sense of the contribution of each project to meeting a target reduction of Biochemical Oxxgen Demand and phosphorous in the lake and also the cost-effectiveness of each project The indirect benefits ofthe projects to maintaining or generating tourism in the area xvere assessed and so also xvas the extent to which the lack of water treatment facilities was impeding residential, industrial and commercial dexelopment. However, in view ofthe absence of adequate data to quantify indirect benefits, the choice of priority projects was largely based on the cost-effectiveness and in this environmental evaluation. impact anahsis. The projects chosen are the priority projects identified 9. Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Impact Assessments are not required foranx ofthe mdix idual projccis within this group of projects. 'CM 10. Cost and assistance (MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 13. 098 - 13. 098 11. 133 85 Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project. 13 October 1994. is eligible. C I L- Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No:94/07/61/00*9 1. 2. Project title: Tralee Sewerage Scheme Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Kerry County Council 3. 2. Address: County Buildings, Tralee, Kerry 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region:County Kerry Description 5. Tralee Sewerage Scheme consists of the provision of a sewerage scheme for Tralee town and the surrounding area, including the upgrading of under-capacity sewers, the provision of separation chambers for foul/storm water separation, the installation of new storm and foul sewers, new storm and foul pumping stations, and the construction of a new waste water treatment plant and an outfall pipe to Tralee' Bay. The treatment plant will have a biological loading of 25,400 population equivalent. The provision of ultraviolet disinfection at the treatment plant is necessary to comply with the Bathing Water Directive. The installation of foul and storm sewers and the upgrading of defective sewers was assisted under the ENVIREG programme: The present decision covers the remainder ofthe project and will include the following works: six pumping stations main pump house with storm and foul pumping units construction of sewage treatments works comprising the following: inlet works with screening, storm overflow and flow measurement sedimentation in two 22m diameter tanks high rate biofilters activated sludge reactors secondary sedimentation in three 19. 4m diameter tanks disinfection plant using UV radiation outfall pipe with flow measurement storm holding tank sludge treatment area (including sludge thickening, digestion, storage and dewatering) and combining heat and power unit control building, dewatering building, compression house and sludge control building Objectives to comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive to comply with the Bathing Water, Shellfish Water and Sewage Sludge Directive to provide for tourism, industry, commercial and residential development Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main works 01/01/95 ' Completion 31/12/97 Operational phase 01/01/98 : 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The economic assessment of the project notes that untreated waste water discharges are leading to pollution ofthe estuary ofthe River Lee from a physical/chemical and bacteriological point of view. It notes for example that mandatory levels of pollution for shell fish water are being exceeded. Provision of a secondary treatment plan will lead to more rapid growth of this industry and of tourism, which is the major source of income in the area, and also of industrial and commercial development. Secondary treatment must be provided in Tralee by the year 2000 under the terms ofthe Urban Water Directive. A cost effectiveness analysis indicates that the design size of the plant is not excessive assuming moderate population and industrial growth. The unit costs of the project are lower than for six projects of similar size using similar treatment technology. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis An EL\ for the project was completed and certified by the Minister for the Environment in August 1992. HV 10. Cost and assistance (MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 10. 868 0 10. 868 9. 238 85 c\c Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 94/07/61/016 1. 2. Project title: Sligo Main Drainage (Stage I) Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Sligo Corporation 3. 2. Address: Town Hall, Sligo 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region: Co. Sligo Description 5. The project concerns the planning and design phase of a waste water collection and treatment system for Sliso town which is required by the year 2000 under the terms of the Urban Waste Water i. 'e. At present, all effluent is collected and discharged untreated at one point in the esturial waters of Sligo Bay The intention is to build a new sewer to a new effluent treatment works 800m from the existing sewage collection point. A treatment plant will provide secondary treatment before discharge. It is also intended that Sligo town will act as a hub to provide sludge treatment and disposal facilities for the town and the surrounding area. 6. Objectives compliance with the Urban Waste Water Directive; protection of the environment from the effects of untreated sewage; provision of sludge treatment facilities for Sligo and the surrounding area; protection of the amenity of Sligo Bay; protection of public health by prevention of sewage overflow onto public streets. riG 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Design studies Operational phase 1972 1998 Completion 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis An assessment of the socio-economic benefits of the project will be carried out as part of Stage I of the project. Future Cohesion Fund assistance will depend on this assessment and on the outcome of the EIA (see below). 9. Environmental Impact Assessment An EIA is required for the project and will be completed as part of Stage I. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 10- Cost and assistance (MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 2. 035 ~ 2. 035 1. 730 85 * Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project, 28 November 1994, is eligible. rn- Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing aie Cohesion Fund Project N°: 94/07/61/019 1. 2. Project title: Lough Mask Regional Water Supply Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Mayo County Council 3. 2. Address: Aras an Chontae, Castlebar, Co. Mayo 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region: Co. Mayo Description 5. The application concerns the completion of construction of the Lough Mask Regional Water Supply Scheme, (Ballinrobe/Claremorris) CF reference: 93/07/61/038, together with the completion of planning for the remaining elements of the scheme. Commission Decision No. C(93) 3257/13 of 15th November 1993 approved the planning, design and start-up construction costs for the first stage of the construction of a reservoir and central building, laying of a trunk main to Claremorris and connections to the existing distribution system. Approval is now sought for the completion of the construction of these works and for the completion of planning of further extensions to the distribution networks. East of Claremorris, the two principal population centres and areas of economic activity, Knock and Ballyhaunis, are served by small public water supply systems which lack capacity and are subject to quality variation. A further 15 private group water schemes serve the rural population. Many of these are served by poor quality private sources. These schemes lack basic treatment facilities and are unable to supply water in compliance with the standards for drinking water. Claremorris town is the last major population centre within the Lough Mask catchment discharging low quality effluent to surface waters within that catchment. In order to protect and enhance the water quality in Lough Mask, the source for the Lough Mask Regional Water Supply, it is also proposed to upgrade the Claremorris sewerage scheme and this application includes a proposal for the completion of planning of this scheme. ns Objectives provision of a treated water supply throughout the region in compliance with the Drinking Water Directive 80/778/EEC; provision of facilities to treat effluent from Claramorris town; to protect the aquatic environment of the River Robe which flows into Lough Mask. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 5/1/98 1/1/95 1/9/94 1/1/97 31/12/97 31/12/97 31/12/97 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The primary justification for the project is the substitution of substandard water sources with a new source meeting current standards plus the reduction of pollution into Lough Mask. However, a cost-benefit analysis carried out as part of Phase I of the project (which was assisted by the Cohesion financial instrument) indicated that the project would generate economic benefits primarily from increased tourism and also from more rapid industrial commercial and agricultural activity. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis An EIA is not required for this project. 10. Cost and assistance (in M ecu) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 17. 686 - 17. 686 15. 033 85 SO Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project N°: 94/07/61/022 1. 2. Project tide: Wexford Main Drainage (Stage II) Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment i -> Address: O'Connell Eridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 1 Name: Wexford Corporation > ? Address: Municipal Buildings, Wexford L •l Location Member State: Ireland • ' Region: Co. Wexford Description \t present sewage from Wexford town is discharged untreated from over twenty outfalls into the Slanc> Lstuarv and Wexford Harbour. This results in gross pollution of the harbour area and is an obstacle to growth in the industrial, commercial and tourist potential ofthe region. i he scheme provides for the construction of a comprehensive modern sewerage collection network for the town and the surrounding area and associated pumping stations; an interceptor sewer along the quay and main lift pumping station. This will involve the '-mohtion of the existing timber pier/boardwalk and the reclamation of a large varying in width from 15 to 25 meters; a treatment works including preliminary units, pnmary settlement tanks, secondary biological treatment units, secondary settlement tanks and sludge treatir. em lacihties together with an. utiall pipe to a discharge point in the main channel ofthe harbour. Objectives miphanco with the Urban Waste Water Directive 91/271/EEC; compliance with the Bathing Water Directive 76/166/EEC, the Shellfish Water Directive 79/923/EEC and the Salmonoid River Directive 78/659/EEC; improvement of water quality in the Slaney Estuary including the elimination of visual pollution and odours; to allow for further development of tourism, fishing and the shellfish industry; lifting of constraints on commercial, industrial and residential expansion. 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 1/7/93 1/7/93 1/1/95 1/1/99 31/12/96 1/4/97 31/12/98 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis A cost-benefit analysis was carried out as part of Stage I of the project which received assistance from the Cohesion financial instrument. The CBA identified more rapid tourism development as the main economic benefit generated by the project with additional benefits to local fisheries and to industrial and commercial development. Environmental Impact Analysis An EIA is required for the project has been completed and was certified by the Minister for the Environment in November 1992. 10. Cost and assistance (in Mecu) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 36. 750 0. 500 36. 250 30. 813 85 sri^ Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project N°: 94/07/61/024 1. 2. Project title: Monaghan Water Supply Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Monaghan County Council 3. 2. Address: County Offices, the Glen. Monaghan 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region: Co. Monaghan 5. Description The existing water supply for Monaghan town comes from three sources: a borehole at Rooskey producing approximately. 1000 m3 per day with excessive le\e!s ol" ammonia, sulphate, iron and hardness; surface water from Lamb's Lake, approx. 1000 m Yd. A2 category water recemng onl\ chlorination. with excessive trihalomethane and chloroform levels: Togan Treatment Plant, approx. 200 m Yd treated water, settlement and rapid gra\ itv filtration This treatment plant is adequate and would be retained. There is a problem with supply capacity leading to rationing during the summer. Drinking water returns show exceedences for Aluminium. Coliforms. Colour. Copper. Fluoride. Iron. Kjcldahl Nitrogen. Odour. Sulphates and Turbidity. The overall project consists ofthe establishment of good water capacity. This will be achieved b> the drilling and testing of wells. In the initial phase, having established the capacil> the anticipated ultimate demand of 9,100 mYper day. works will be constructed to provide 4. 550 m ' d ay to Monaghan Town. to weld The project will consist of the following elements: planning/design ofthe total project: establishment of test and production wells; completion of EIS and cost effectiveness analysis; construction of treatment plant, trunk mains, water tower, clearwater reservoirs and provision of telemetry system and pumping equipment. Objectives to comply with the Drinking Water Directive; to increase capacity to cater for existing summer demand and to end rationing in summer; to provide for future development in the area. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land acquisition Main works. Operational phase 1985 1993 1996 1998 1995 1994 1998 Economic and social cost-benefit analysis An economic assessment ofthe benefits of water quality improvement and an increase in the capacity available indicated a benefit-cost ratio of 1. 6:1. Environmental Impact Analysis In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 1989, which transpose EC Directive 857/337/EEC into Irish law, an Environmental Impact Assessment is required for this project. This will be undertaken as part of the planning and design stage ofthe project. 10. Cost mid assistance (in M ecu) I 1 Total cost , Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant ruie (%) 7 219 - 7. 219 6. 136 85 Ç1A/ Publication ofthe main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 95/07/61/001 1. 2. Project title: River Boyne Catchment Protection Scheme (Stage I) Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Meath County Council 3. 2. Address: County Hall, Navan. Co Meath 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region: Counties Cavan and Meath Description 5. This decision concerns the first phase of a group of projects intended to improve the water quality of the River Boyne, a catchment which is classified as 'sensitive waters'. The first stage ofthe project concerns the planning and design of treatment plants in Navan and Tnm. the largest towns on the upper Boyne and also the establishment of a management and monitoring system to ensure the maintenance of water quality in the catchment. 6. Objectives to comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive (action is required by 1998); to maintain the quality of water in the catchment. ar Work schedule Category of work Commencement Design studies Land acquisition Main works 1986 Operational phase 01/01/1998 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis Completion 31/12/1997 An assessment ofthe benefits ofthe group of projects will be carried out as part of Stage I. 9. Environmental Impact Assessment An Environmental Impact Assessment is required for the treatment works in Navan and will be earned out as part of Stage I ofthe project. An EIA is not required for the project in Trim. 10. Cost and assistance (MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costr Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 2. 877 - 2. 877 2. 446 85 Expenditure ;>uer the date of submission ofthe project. 15 January 1995. is eligible. ^c Publication of the main points of the Décision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 95/07/61/005 1. 2. Project title: Geographical Information System Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Local Government Computer Services Board 3. 2. Address: Phoenix House Conyngham Road. Dublin 8 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region: whole country Description 5. This technical assistance project concerns the creation of a database to be presented graphically to collect, store and illustrate data about the environmental status of water ways in Ireland. The following layers of data will be graphically represented: General information: population equivalents, industrial loadings and industrial licences. including county boundaries and major towns including population figures, Waterways: hydrometric area boundaries, river sampling points and stretches of river with their water quality. Infrastructure: waste water treatment works and landfill sites with types of treatment, capacity and existing loads. Other: sewage sludge management regions and existing and proposed regional water supply schemes, and ground water catchments. Sewage sludge treatment and disposal methods and volumes will also be included. It is intended that* the detailed layers of information will be digitised and that the capacity to allow public as well as central and local government access to the material will be included. S2> Objectives to ensure a standardised approach to the development of detailed monitoring and management regimes for projects funded by the Cohesion Fund and other instruments; to improve the quality of decision-making at local and national level; to provide improved reporting of expenditure and performance of environmental improvement projects; to provide public access to information about the Irish water services programme and to thereby generate interest in it. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Main works Operational phase 1/7/95 1/1/98 Completion 31/12/97 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis In view of its nature and small size, a conventional economic anaylsis is not appropriate for this project. The benefits largely derive from the future provision of a coordinated national register of environmental assets and infrastructure. Public access to a system showing the nature of water resources and their management should also be regarded as a benefit although this is unquantifiable. 9. Environmental Impact Assessment An EIA is not required for this project. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 10. Cost and assistance (MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 0. 178 - 0. 178 0. 152 85 * Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project, 2 May 1995 is eligible. na Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 95/07/61/008 1. 2. Project title: Lough Swilly Water Quality Improvement (Stage I) Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Donegal County Council 3. 2. Address. County House, Lifford, Co. Donegal 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region: Co. Donegal Description 5. This decision covers the planning and design stage of the extension and upgrading of the existing secondary treatment plant for the town of Letterkenny. It will also include the establishment of a water quality monitoring system for the Lough Swilly catchment, in which Letterkenny is the largest town. 6. Objectives to preserve the amenity and resource value of Lough Swilly by reducing discharges of pollution to comply with the terms of the Urban Waste Water Directive (secondary treatment for Letterkenny is required by 2000) to establish a,water quality management system for the Lough Swilly catchment n,} 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Design studies Operational phase 2/6/95 2/1/98 Completion 31/12/97 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis An assessment of the economic benefits of the project will be undertaken as part of Stage I. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis A EIA is required for this project and will be carried out as part of Stage I. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 10. Cost and assistance (MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 1. 035 - 1. 035 Ô. 880 85 * Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project, 2 June 1995, is eligible. i\V Publication ofthe main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 95/07/61/010 1. 2. Project title: Dublin Region Waste Water Treatment (Stage II) Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: Department of the Environment 2. 2. Address. O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2. Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Dublin Corporation Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown County Council 3. 2. Address: Civil Offices. Dublin 8 Town Hall, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin 4. Location 4. 1. Member State Ireland 4. 2. Region: Dublin city and count}' Description 5. Tlie Dublin Region Waste Water Treatment Scheme is a major waste water collection, treatment and disposal (including sludge treatment) system for the Greater Dublin Area. Tlie preliminary results of studies at present underway indicate that treatment of waste water for the area should be undertaken at one expanded plant at Ringsend in tlie port area of Dublin. Tlie present decision assumes this option. The overall project will involve the provision of secondary treatment facilities for the Dublin Region at Ringsend with the capacity to cover a population equivalent of 1. 6 million. Tlie scheme will also include the constniction of interceptor sewers and pumping stations to transport all flows from die Dun Laoghaire area south east ofthe city to the Ringsend plant. Major sewers will also be constructed in tlie north ofthe city to eliminate the discharge of untreated sewage at Howth (current loading 330. 000 p. e. ) and divert these flows for treatment at Ringsend. Stage I of the project involved the planning of secondary' treatment for Dublin, the planning of the diversion of flows from Dun Laoghaire and die planning of sludge treatment and disposal. Assistance from tlie Cohesion Fund for different parts of this stage was granted by Commission decisions C(93) 2798/2, C(93) 3257/2, C(93) 2798/4 and C(93) 3257/10. Stage II covered by tliis decision involves the following works: cleaning, surveying and refining existing culvert in the Dun Laoghaire area seawall and coastal protection using rock-annour construction of 1. 8km sewer in tunnel plus subsidiary' sewers and culverts CM demolition of existing screening house at Bullock Harbour and provision of new pumping station including the design, supply and installation of all mechanical and electrical works planning and design of further phases of construction in the Dun Laoghaire area planning, design and construction of a primary sludge management scheme for the Dublin area. This work will involve thickening, screening and dewatering to a cake of 12,000 tonnes of drv solids produced at Ringsend each year. This will then undergo alkaline stabilisation on site to produce treated sludge; the exact stabilisation process will be selected after trials on the site. It is proposed to formulate a strategy around tlie disposal of dned. digested sludge to landfill with a parallel development of agricultural outlets. 6. Objectives to comply with the Urban Waste Water Directive (compliance required b\ 2000 and by 1998 in tlie case of sludge dumping at sea) to eliminate discharges of untreated sewage to reduce pollution of bathing and recreation areas to protect aquatic life and fish stocks to allow for tourism, industrial and commercial development in Dublin Ba\ 7. Work schedule Category of work Commencement Completion Design studies Land acquisition Mam works Operational phase 1995 1995 1W95 1998 ^ F c o n o m i > L a nd social cost-benefit analysis 1997 1997 I99S An a^scsMiient o f t he economic benefits was carried out as part of stage I o f t he project, ft a s s u m ed significant benefits, over a 25 year economic life-time o f t he project, m the areas of health and safety, tourism and amenity improvement, housing, industrial and commercial development mid fisheries. Tlie C BA estimated the internal rate of return of 8-9%. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis An Environmental Impact Assessment is not required for this stage ofthe project 10. Cost and assistance (. MECU) i Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fuifd grant 31. 784 0 31. 784 27. 016 Grant rate (%) 85 * Expenditure after die date of submission, 2 June 1995. is eligible. ^^ IRELAND TRANSPORT Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project No: 93/07/65/014 1. Project title: Dublin Port Lo-Lo Terminal I 2. Authority making the application 2. 1 Name: Department of the Marine 2. 2 Address: Leeson Lane, Dublin 2 Dublin 2. Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1 Name: Dublin Port and Docks Board 3. 2 Address: Port Centre, Alexandra Road, Dublin 1 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 Region: Co. Dublin 5. Description The project involves the upgrading of one of the three container terminals in Dublin port by means of the following programme of investment: Civil Engineering Works Cost (Mecu) 1. Extend crane run-off area by 15 m 2. Extend crane rails and foundations 55m 3. Rock armour and infill end of existing quay and crane run-off area 4. Surface 1. 6 ha of existing land 5. Provision of mooring points, fendenng etc Cost 1. 1 93/07/65/014 Cost (Mecu) iâ. 5. 9 Mechanical Works 1. Purchase ship to shore crane 2. Purchase two straddle carriers (2) 3. Purchase second-hand refurbished fork lift truck 4. Refurbish existing crane Cost Total Project Cost (excluding VAT and Contingency) 6. Objectives to provide a faster and more reliable service; to allow for increased traffic through Dublin port; to reduce costs to industry. 7. Work Schedule START DATE COMPLETION DATE Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 05/93 1/1/95 1/11191 ' 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis 07/93 31/12/96 The cost-benefit analysis submitted with the project identifies three types of benefits which will be generated by the project: reduced port charges once the enlargement is completed, increased local expenditure and increased employment at the port due to increased port traffic and greater operating efficiencies from faster loading and unloading, economies of scale, lower dock labour - costs and increased competition with other Lo-Lo terminals. The Commission does not agree with the quantification of all of the assumed benefits but accepts that the economic return from the project is sufficient to justify proceeding. For example, the internal rate of return generated by greater operating efficiencies alone is estimated to be 11%. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis An EIA is not required for this project. 93/07/65/014 Id. Access to facility Aii. d. ise; operating agreement and stevedoring licence shall not give exclusive rights to the facilnv to any one operator Where possible, the Dublin Port and Docks Board shall allow the vessel or vessels of other opeiaiors to berth at the terminal. II. ( ontrol of assets None of the assets may be sold or otherwise disposed of without the agreement of the Fuiopean Commission. Any income from the disposal of assets may be taken into account ui d'ciilaim;- the amount of aid to be granted to the project. !2. t >«s! and assistance (in Mecu) l o f ai c o s t. Foivcast ivMinie Total eligible cost Cohesion Fund grant (at 85 % of eligible cost) effective grant rate (grant as % of total cost) ^ d r, i v ^, 4. 109 3. 544 O0°o uenditure incurred after 1 Januarv 1093 is eligible I dOdisi levemie \\. i> taken mîo account before assistance from the Cohesion Fund was determined A Mimifuant departure from the assumptions underlying the revenue forecasts e. ill "•• "i. •• uu - v-i the ( ennnssion to alter the amount of aid granted Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project N°: 93/07/65/029 1. Project title: Balbriggan By-pass (Stage II) 2. Authority making the application 2. 1 Name: National Roads Authority 2. 2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2. Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1 Name: Fingal County Council 3. 2 Address: 46/49 Upper. O'Connell Street. Dublin 1 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 Region: Dublin 5. Description This decision covers the construction phase of the Balbriggan By-pass. An carliei Commission decision (0(93)2243/9 of 29 July 1993) granted assistance from the Cohesion iuiancial instrument for the design and planning stage. Ihe FOI will provide The Balbriggan By-pass will form a part ofthe EOI route linking Rosslarc to Larnc a link between the north and south of Ireland which will become mcreasingb important in the sing!? European market as well as providing a link between the major international ports of Rosslarc. Dublin. Belfast and Larnc and Dublin and Belfast Airports. At a regional level the scheme will form part ofthe Ml from Dublin to Belfast, providing improved journev time and safety for traffic between these major urban centres as well as improving access to towns in between such as Swords. Drogheda. Dundalk and Ne wry. At a local level the scheme will act as a bv-pass for Balbriggan winch has suffered from the ellee^ ol tr >n. f on t!. , \ i which passes through the town and will assist in the economic rcgencratior ! a e The length ofthe By-pass will be approximately 12. 5 kilomct'd A typical cross sect. on has a minimum width of 46 metres. This is made up of two 7. 5 m two-lane carriageways with associated hard shoulders and verges of 3 metres width each, a 5m work space outside the \ • - and 1. 0 m hard snip cither side ol the 7 metre wide central median. Tie Roads: In addition to the motorway section ofthe scheme. ; e d a ds are proposed at the north and south to link with the existing N l. The northern tic road will consist <>! Doth dual and single carriageway with a ^f small section of road improvement on the existing N l. The dual carriageway part of the tie roads will have a similar cross section to the motorway, while the single carriageway part will have a carriageway width of 7. 5 metres with hard shoulders of 2 metre width and verges of 3 metre width on either side, bounded by side slopes of varying width. Interchanges: In addition to the interchange at the northern end of the by-pass, interchanges will also be provided at the intersection of the Naul Road with the motorway. One will link to central Balbriggan and the western part of North County Dublin, and the other to the southern part of Balbriggan and Balrothery via the existing N l. 6. Objectives The project will contribute to the development ofthe Irish and trans-European road networks. It will reduce the travel time between Dublin and Belfast; It will remove a significant part of long distance traffic through the town of Balbriggan; It will improve access to the North Co. Dublin and Co. Lough regions. 7. Work schedule Design. studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 1 i i START DATE COMPLETION DATE 04/1987 1994 1995 1999 12/1994 1996 1999 • i i * • i i > ' ; •• ! • i ' i ' , i. i ' 8. Economic and social cost benefit-analysis The cost-benefit analysis for the project shows an internal rate of return of 20 %. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis An Environmental Impact Study was carried out by the Dublin County Council and approved by the Minister for the Environment on 20 April 1993. 10. Cost and assistance (in Mecu). i • • i i i == 1 ' • • ' Total costs Expenditure before and after eligible date* 44. 723 •— • ' 4. 353 Total eligible costs 40. 370 Cohesion Fund grant Rate of assistance 34. 315 85 % '. i L. , • t-rrr: : ;. :- ' * Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project. 10 May 1994. is eligible The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. ryi Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund N°: 93/07/65/034 1. Project title N4 Curlews By-pass 2. Authority making the application 2. 1 Name: National Roads Authority 2. 2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1 Name: Roscommon County Council 3. 2 Address: Courthouse, Roscommon, County Roscommon 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 Region: Co. Roscommon 5. Description The project is on the N4 Dublin - Sligo route approximately 25 km south east of Sligo town between the towns of Boyle and Collooney The existing N4 road which crosses the Curlew mountains is poorly aligned and includes a sei:u. ''f Fair pin bends. The existing road is subject to periodic closure in winf-" h>;. ;. frost. This is considered unacceptable on a major road and it is probably the only part oi the Irish main road corridors regularly affected by this problem. The planned by-pass will provide 16. 5 km of single carriageway around Curlew Mountains from Lough Key Park to west of Ballinafad, also by-passing Boyle town and incorporât!!/;- improvements to the existing road from west of Ballinafad to Castlebaldwin. The scheme a Ko includes the construction of a new 1. 5 km link from the new route to Boyle town. r^ 93/07/65/034 6. Objectives to provide essential infrastructure support for economic (particularly industrial and tourism) development by improving access to ports, airports and the main domestic markets; to help improve access to sub-regions (particularly the North West and West) thereby enhancing their attractiveness as locations for investment and economic development; to reduce travel times and improve access between Sligo and Dublin. Both cities have important trading and economic linkages and these would be strengthened-as a result of the improvements. There will also be improved access to the retail centres along the corridor: Sligo, Longford, Mullingar, Kinnegad, Dublin; to relieve Boyle town of through traffic on the Dublin - Sligo route; to improve safety on this section of the N4. 7. Work schedule Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase i START DATE COMPLETION DATE 1988 1993 1996 1999 1996 1997 1998 i i i 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The Cost-Benefit Analysis shows an internal rate of return of 12 %. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis In accordance with the Local Government (Roads and Motorways) Act, 1974 as amended by the European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Motorways) Regulations 1988 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law, an Environmental Impact Study has been carried out. S ' ro 93/07/65034 10. Cost and assistance(in MECU) Total costs Expenditure before and after eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant 22. 893 1. 099 21. 794 18. 525 1 i * expenditure incurred after 1 January 1993 is eligible The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. pti Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund 94/07/65/002 1. Name of project: N2 Ardee - Aclint Road 2. Organisation responsible for the application 2. 1 Name: National Roads Authority 2. 2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Organisation responsible for project implementation 3. 1 Name: Louth County Council 3. 2 Address: County Offices, Dundalk, Co. Louth 4. Location of project 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 County: Co. Louth 5. Description of project The project is on the main route between Dublin and Deny, in Northern Ireland, and North ponegal, which is a Trans-European Network route. To optimise development elsewhere on the network, it is not proposed to develop the entire length ofthe network but to link the N2 at Ardee to Nl Dublin d. • < rth of Dunleer. The project proposed is an extension of the planned link rôad from the Nl to Ardee and involves the horizontal and vertical re-alignment of 6. 5 km of road with the provision of a 7. 5 m carriageway, with 3m hard shoulders and 2m grass margins. The pavement will be designed to cater for the projected traffic volume. 5 >1 94/07/65/002 6. Objectives To replace an existing sub-standard route; To provide infrastructure support for economic development by improving access to ports, airports and the main domestic markets; To improve access to various regions, particularly the north west and the west of Northern Ireland; To improve road safety by realigning the present route; To provide for increased vehicle weights. 7. Timetable Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase START DATE COMPLETION DATE 1992 1994 1997 1999 1997 1997 1999 8. Cost Benefit Analysis The cost-benefit analysis shows an internal rate of return of 10 %. 9. Environmental Impact Assessment In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations, 1989 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road projects other than motorways, an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required for this project. However the Irish authorities state that environmental considerations will be taken into account and the scheme will be designed to minimise the impact ofthe local environment. ms> 10. Total costs (in MECU) Total costs Expenditure before and after eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant 7. 424 0. 250 7. 174 6. 098 * Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project, 10 May 1994, is eligible The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. i/(/ Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund N°: 94/07/65/004 1. Project title N4 Collooney - Sligo Road 2. Authority making me application 2. 1 Name: National Roads Authority 2. 2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1 Name: Sligo County Council 3. 2 Address: Riverside, Sligo 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 County: Co. Sligo 5. Description The project involves the construction of 8. 8 km of dual carriageway between the Collooney by-pass which was completed in 1992 and Sligo town. The project forms part ofthe Dublin - Sligo road and also the Galway - Sligo road and forms part ofthe Trans-European Network. Two grade-separated junctions and 3 bridges are included in the scheme. Some earthworks previously carried out and the planning stages of the main works are not included in the project application. J>A" 6. Objectives 94/07/65/004 The project is on the national primary road network, the development of which is of key importance to reducing the peripherality ofthe Irish economy. The provision of 8. 8 km of new dual carriageway on the national primary route N4 will improve access between Collooney and Sligo and is intended to have a significant impact on through traffic, particularly business users, using the N4, which is the main route linking the East and the North West region. The improvement of this stretch of road will provide significant time savings to the users of the N4 national primary road and contribute to a reduction in joumey time variance (journey time variance has been identified as an important component of the transport disadvantages faced by Irish business). 7. Work schedule Design studies* Land acquisition Main works Operational phase START DATE COMPLETION DATE 1990 1993 1994 1999 1992 1994 1998 * For information only : These are not included in the project application. 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis states that the internal rate of return on the project has been calculated at 18 %. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations, 1989 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road projects other than motorways, an Environmental Impact Assessment was required for this project. An Environmental Impact Study was presented by Sligo County Council to the Minister for the Environment who issued a Certificate of Environmental Acceptability for the scheme on 10 February 1992, subject to a number of conditions. The EIS showed that the overall impact of the project is positive and that the local impacts upon the physical environment can be mitigated to a large extent during the detailed design and construction stages. The road runs through rural countryside and includes two river bridge crossings. It will open up views of Union Wood, an area of ecological significance, though it will not directly affect it. Care has been taken to avoid Pollanima Lough and though a number of known archaeological sites will be affected, none of them are of unique significance and they will be fully excavated prior to the commencement of works. Noise levels close to the road will be within acceptable limits and there SVG will be reduction in noise levels in the by-passed villages. Air quality along the route will be good with pollutant levels not exceeding one tenth of who recommended levels. 10. Total costs (in Mecu) Total costs Expenditure before and after eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant 40. 557 3. 544 37. 013 31. 461 * Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project, 10 May 1994, is eligible The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. rv> Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project N°: 94/07/65/005 1. Project title N8 Galway Eastern Approach Road 2. Authority making the application 2. 1 Name: National Roads Authority 2. 2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1 Name: Galway Corporation 3. 2 Address: City Hall, College Road, Galway 4. F oration of project 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 Region: Co. Galway 5. Description This project forms the final part of the Eastern Approach road from Oranmore to Galway City. involves the construction of 3. 5 km. of dual carriageway the existing It Oranmore/Merlin Park dual carriageway and the existing Ballybane to Comb Bridge four lane carriageway. linking £¥•:? 94/07/65/005 6. Objectives The project is on the national primary road network, the development of which is of key importance to reducing the impact of peripherality on the Irish economy. The construction of this section of the N6 will improve access between Dublin and Galway City and the west of Ireland. The existing road is deficient in terms of safety and alignment and is carrying traffic volumes in excess of capacity leading to significant delays to road users particularly in the peak periods. The existing road is unsuitable for upgrading and a new dual carriageway is proposed on an alternative alignment. The new alignment runs partly thorough open ground and partly through mixed development including large industrial/commercial estates. It is planned so as to provide a new access to Galway City, to serve as a ring road for traffic by passing the City to Salthill and the west of Galway and to service the large industrial/commercial estates adjacent to the city. Significant accident savings are expected when the new road is open. The new road will be entirely frontage free, with all main junctions controlled by roundabouts. 7. Work schedule Design studies Land acquisition Main works Operational phase START DATE COMPLETION DATE 04/1992 1994 03/1995 01/1997 12/1994 11/1995 12/1996 !| 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis The cost-benefit analysis states that the internal rate of return for the project has been calculated at 17 %. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations, 1989, which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road projects other than motorways, an environmental Impact Study (jE. I. S. ) was prepared by Galway Corporation and the Minister for the Environment certified the development on 30/9/1993. sy^ 10. Cost and assistance (in Mecu) Total costs Expenditure before and after eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant 8. 750 0. 375 8. 375 7. 119 * Expenditure incurred after the date of submission ofthe project, 10 May 1994, is eligible The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds for the Commission to review the amount of assistance. STD Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project N°: 94/07/65/008 1. Project title: N il Kilmacanogue/Glen Ofthe Downs Road 2. Authority making the application 2. 1 Name: National Roads Authority 2. 2 Address: O'Connell Bridge House Dublin 2, Ireland 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1 Name: Wicklow County Council 3. 2 Address. Council Offices, Wicklow, Co. Wicklow 4. Location 4. 1 Member State: Ireland 4. 2 Region: Co. Wicklow 5. Description The project is on the Nil Dublin - Rosslare route, 25 km south of Dublin. It is intended to connect up the existing continuous motorway/dual carriageway from Donnybrook in the south inner suburbs of Dublin to the Newtownmountkennedy by-pass 35 km south of Dublin and is part of the upgrading of the Nl 1 in County Wicklow to dual camageway standard. The project involves the upgrading of 6 km ofthe existing route from single two lane road to dual carriageway standard. It includes the construction of two interchanges and one footbridge. $TA 94/07/65/008 6. Objectives To reduce travel times on the N il between Dublin and the ports of Rosslare and Water ford. To provide better access and essential infrastructure support for the development of the Eastern and South-Eastem sub-regions; 7, Work schedule || START DATE COMPLETION DATE Design studies* Land acquisition Main works Operational phase 1989 1995 1996 2000 1995 1996 1999 (S. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis lid internal rate of return for the Kilmacanogue/Glen O'Downs project is estimated at 9 %. 9. Environmental Impact Analysis In accordance with the provisions of the European Communities (Environmental Impact \. se- dent) Regulations, 1989 which transpose EC Directive 85/337 into Irish law for road proiects other than motorways, an EIS was not required for this project but in view ofthe fact that the road would pass through an environmentally protected area, an Environment Impact Sïadv was piesented by Wicklow County Council to the Minister for the Environment who issued a Certificate of Environmental Acceptability on 20 December, 1993, for the scheme, * ebiect to a number of conditions. The EIS showed that the proposed development would not have significant adverse effects on the environment. The scheme will embody the best piauicable means to limit adverse effects on the environment. 3T? <j 10. Costs and assistance (in Mecu) Total costs Expenditure before and after eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant 16. 984 1. 560 15. 424 13. 110 • 1 * Expenditure incurred after the date of submission of the proiect, 10 May 1994, is eligible The amount of Cohesion Fund assistance granted is based on the assumption that the project will not generate revenue. Any change in this assumption will be grounds lor the Commission to review the amount of assistance. ^3 Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 94/07/65/009 1. 2. Project title: N18 Newmarket-on-Fergus Bypass (Stage I) Authority making the application 2. 1. Name: National Roads Authority 2. 2. Address: St Martin's House Waterloo Road, Dublin 4 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3. 1. Name: Clare County Council 3. 2. Address: County Buildings, Ennis, Co. Clare 4. Location 4. 1. Member State: Ireland 4. 2. Region: Co. Clare Description 5. The project concerns the planning and design phase of a major road improvement scheme on the N18 Limerick-Galway road which will involve the construction of 14. 5 km of new dual carriageway from Hurlers Cross near Shannon airport to north of Newmarket-on-Fergus, bypassing the town. It will also include a new link from the N18 to Shannon airport. The elements involved in Stage I will include route selection, preliminary design, the EIA. and, following a public enquiry, detailed survey work, detailed design and preparation of the contract documents. 6. Objectives to improve access from Limerick to Shannon airport, Ennis and north Clare; to relieve Newmarket-on-Fergus of a significant proportion of through traffic (currently 12,000 vehicles per day) thereby reducing pollution, noise and nuisance. Sl~H Work schedule • • i i = s :ï Category of work Commencement Design studies Operational phase 01/01/92 01/01/97 Completion 31/12/96 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis A CBA has already been earned out. The estimated rate of return from the project is 12% 9. Environmental Impact Assessment In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 1989. which transpose Directive 85/337/EEC into Insh law, an environmental impact assessment is required for this project. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of die relevant EIA procedures for such projects contained within the Local Government (planning and development) Regulations. S. I. 25 (1990). 10. Cost and assistance (in MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 2. 913 0. 563 2. 350 1. 998 1 j 85 * Expenditure after the date of submission, 10 May 1994. is eligible HT Publication ofthe main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund Project summary No: 95/07/65/006 1. 2. Project title: Dublin Port Access Road (Stage I) Authority making the application 2. 1 Name: National Roads Authority 2 2. Address St Martin's House Waterloo Road, Dublin 8 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3 1 Name Dublin Corporation 3 2 Address Civic Offices • Wood Quay. Dublin 8 4. Location 4 1 Member State Ireland 4. 2. Region: Dublin City 5. Description Tins project concerns the planning and design stage of a motorway link from Whitehall in the northern suburbs of Dublin on the Nl Dublin-Belfast road to Dublin port. The link is intended to be constructed mainly in tunnels, consisting of twin tunnels with two lanes in each direction. The project will form a link from Dublin port to the national pnmary network and to the Dublin nng road. The elements included in Stage I and covered by the present decision will be the preparation ofthe EIA. certain site investigations, public consultation process, preparation of the motorway scheme, public inquiry, selection of main contractor and planning of truck management arrangements which must form part of this project. 6. Objectives the whole project is intended to reduce the environmental impact of heavy goods vehicles in the eirv of Dublin, to allow for future development of Dublin Port by providing greatly improved access: to remove 12% of through traffic from the city centre and allow faster movement of traffic, including public transport; to provide significant time savings for users of Dublin port. VTT Work schedule Category of work Commencement Design studies Operational phase 1995 1998 Completion 1997 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis A CBA will be carried out as part of this stage ofthe project. Additional Cohesion Fund assistance will depend on the results ofthe CBA and EIA (see below). 9. Environmental Impact Assessment An ELA is required for this project and will be earned out as part of Stage I ofthe project. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of procedures under Part IV of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 1990. 10. Cost and assistance (MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 3. 750 -- 3. 750 3. 188 * Expenditure after the datb of submission ofthe project. 9 June 1995. is eligible i. i 1 i 1. oTf Publication of the main points of the Decision to grant assistance under Regulation 1164/94 establishing the Cohesion Fund EXPLANATION SHEET Project summary No: 95/07/65/009 1. 2. Project title: Nl Cloghran-Lissenhall Road (Stage I) Authority making the application 2 1 Name: National Roads Authonty 2 2 Address. St Martin's House Waterloo Road. Dublin 8 3. Authority responsible for implementation 3 1. Name: Fingal County Council 3 2 Address: 46/49 Upper O'Connell Stieet. Dublin 1 4. Location 4 1 Member State: Ireland 4 2. Region: Co. Dublin Description 5. Ihe project concerns the design and planning stage of a 6. 6km motorway project on the Nl Dublin- Belfast road connecting the existing N1 motorway at Dublin airport with the existing dual carriageway at Lisscnhall to the north. This stage covers the preliminary and detailed design ofthe project, site surveys and investigation, the Environmental Impact Assessment, the public consultation process and the preparation ofthe contract documentation. 6. Objectives Ihe whose project is intended to reduce travel time on the Dublin-Belfast route including improved access to the population centres in between and to provide essential infrastructure support for economic development by improving access to ports, airports and the main domestic markets. Ctf Work schedule Category of work Commencement Design studies Operational phase 01/01/95 01/01/99 Completion 31/12/98 8. Economic and social cost-benefit analysis A CBA has already been earned out for the whole project. The internal rate of return is estimated at 17%. 9. Environmental Impact Assessment In accordance with the provisions ofthe European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 1989, which transpose Directive 85/337/EEC into Insh law, an environmental impact assessment is required for this project. This decision is without prejudice to the outcome of the relevant EIA procedures for such projects contained within the Local Government (planning and development) Regulations. SI 25 (1990). 10. Cost and assistance (in MECU) Total cost Expenditure before eligible date* Total eligible costs Cohesion Fund grant Grant rate (%) 2. 526 0. 625 1. 901 1. 616 85 Expenditure after the date of submission ofthe project. 31 August 19Q3. is eligible S7-j ANNEX 2 TABLES AND GRAPHS r&^ ' m Sft mr v U , '•^Pl TëchfrfAss *v1* TOTALE. - * * -. ** ^ -f 9*fcd»W RESULTS OF IMPLEMENTATION COHESION FUND 1 9 9 3 - 1 9 9 4 - 1 9 95 Commitments in ECU by Member State Environment % 1. 340. 095. 864 44 601. 500. 802 220. 918. 380 403. 641. 806 60 44 40 Transpcfrti 1. 7 2 1. 0 1 0. 7 52 3 9 8. 9 0 1. 3 87 2 7 9. 1 8 7. 2 40 6 0 1. 4 3 1. 3 05 40 56 60 3. 0 6 1. 1 0 6. 6 16 1. 000. 402. 189 5 0 0. 1 0 5. 6 20 1. 005. 073. 111 2. 7 3 2. 0 64 55 18 9 18 2. 566. 156. 852 46 3. 0 0 0. 5 3 0. 6 84 54 5. 5 6 9. 4 1 9. 6 00 100 Environment 1993+1994+1995 Transport 1993+1994+1995 Cb( Results uf implementation obnsion Fund 1 993 1 994-1 995 Conimitrncnts bv sector Environment Transport 2. 520. 482. 925 46% 2. 981. 131. 383 54% Environment 46% Roads Railways Ports VTS Airports Water supply Industrial pollution Treat. Bio. + Sewage Waste management Nature conservation Dams Coastal zones Other Water treatment Water management Reafforestation 2. 116. 369. 048 618. 510. 005 115. 176. 009 15. 606. 579 115. 469. 742 8 1 5. 3 8 4. 6 87 43. 823. 401 8 0 8. 8 8 6. 3 27 9 2. 2 0 4. 7 94 3 4 4. 3 2 3. 4 07 18. 080. 536 165. 855. 269 111. 023. 208 107. 972. 157 7. 506. 317 5. 422. 822 TOTAL 5. 501. 614. 308 r a n s p o rt 93 - 95 E n v i r o n m e nt 93 - 95 Rcafforestaticn 0% Coastal zones Water treatment. „. /o 4 Other. „ Water management n0/ u'a ndustnal pollution Treat. Bio. + Sewage 3 2% SJD 1^ COHESION FUND Environment and Transport Commitments made in 1995 (ECU) «Environment ^ fell) I d „,. J - ,. ,. 1 X. *M fc-j^-- -. **. J »!':' *. -. !?/Qjrj#S 568. 697. 297 228. 184. 641 93. 179. 175 146. 648. 564 48 59 49 38 âlBransblS™ , ::kJa%, ,€i^A-trjJ'i^:feaf^^^îii^i. ^a i 1 l,. ^J X J i : ; i l l_J I J X J_l ] t,l1 615. 735. 381 159. 729. 130 97. 182. 548 240. 472. 848 52 41 51 62 1. 184. 432. 678 55 387. 913. 771 18 190. 361. 723 9 387. 121. 412 18 1. 845. 997 1. 036. 709. 677 48 1. 113. 119. 907 52 2. 151. 675. 581 100 Environment 1995 Transport 1995 &>?> COHESION F U N D: SPAIN 1 9 95 Environment Transport approved projects [Railway Roads Dams || 1T9. 815. 892l " 484. 862. 435 ' 72. 012. 862 Water supply ~~' Waste Management Sewage Coastal zones Other Industrial pollution 63. 486. 998 31. 227. 730 276. 727. 699 100. 436. 552 11. 243. 032 24. 619. 035 TOTAL 1. 184. 432. 235 Environment Transport 579. 753. 908 604. 678. 327 Sewage 23% Industrial pollution 2% Coastal zones 8% Other 1% Railway 10% Trans. 49% Roads 42% Waste Management 3% Water supply 5% Dams 6% Ci H COHESION FUND SPAIN Commitments and Payments 1 9 9 3 - 1 9 9 4 - 1 9 95 (ECU) Commitments Payments 1993 1994 1995 TOTAL Environment 252. 083. 242 519. 315. 325 568. 697. 297 1. 340. 095. 864 % 29 51 48 44 Transport 606. 367. 461 498. 907. 910 615. 735. 381 1. 721. 010. 752 % 71 49 52 56 Environment 119. 120. 124 136. 688. 294 358. 421. 236 614. 229. 654 % 28 32 32 32 Transport 301. 660. 389 286. 088. 122 746. 857. 276 1. 334. 605. 787 % 72 68 68 68 Cis: |Railways Roads Water treatment Waste Management Water supply Water management TOTAL || 28. 595. 200l 211. 877. 648 57. 977. 124 7. 584. 225 73. 580. 898 7. 506. 317 387. 121. 412 Environment Transport 146. 648. 564 240. 472. 848 COHESION FUND PORTUGAL 1 9 95 Environment Transport approved projects Water management 2% Railways Water supply 19% Waste Management 2% Water treatment 15% Roads 55% COHESION FUND PORTUGAL Commitments and payments 1993-1994-1995 (ECU) mmm Environment 122. 794. 100 134. 199. 142 146. 648. 564 403. 641. 806 % 43 40 38 40 Transport 160. 774. 600 200. 183. 857 240. 472. 848 601. 431. 305 % 57 60 62 60 ' ' ^ ^K ITI I l i ft I Environment 31. 513. 629 54. 539. 242 97. 052. 060 183. 104. 931 % 34 22 26 26 Transport 62. 496. 918 193. 767. 974 272. 152. 257 528. 417. 149 % 66 78 74 74 a> COHESION F U N D. GREECE 1 9 95 Environment Transport approved projects [Railways Roads Airports Ports || 8. 355. 000| 64. 746. 200 " 23. 722. 650 62. 905. 280 Water supply " 32. 909. 652 Waste manag 1% Railways 2% Sewage biol. treat. Sewage Waste manag. " 156. 678. 466 22. 701. 673 3. 090. 600 12. 804. 250 Airports 6% Other | TOTAL ^= = =| 387. 913. 771 Environment Transport 228. 184. 641 159. 729. 130 Water supply 8% biol. treat. 41% 503 COHESION FUND GREECE Commitments and payments 1 9 9 3 - 1 9 9 4 - 1 9 95 (ECU) ^ COHESION FUND: IRELAND 1 9 95 Environment Transport approved projects (ECU) Railways Roads Ports Waste Water Treatment Water supply Solid waste Technical Assistance I ~" 21. 645. 859] 71. 010. 708 4. 535. 981 49. 995. 033 41. 853. 147 1. 174. 700 156. 295 TOTAL 190. 371. 723 Environment Transport 93. 022,880 97. 192,548 Water supply 22% Technical Assistance 0% Solid waste 1 0/ I /o Railways 11% Trans. 52% Waste Water Treatment 26% Ports 2% Roajs 38% £K COHESION FUND IRELAND Committments and payments 1 9 9 3 - 1 9 9 4 - 1 9 95 (ECU) I •»>•>•<. •£ &% ï \& grk m jllllllllllllllllllllllllllllTl £J9B& IIMIIIIIIllllllllllllllllllTl u££1$&$' ' +WMMWWII1IHIIIIIIIIIITI ÊïÈïwÊÊÈÊÊÊÊÊ Environment % Transport % Environment % Transport % 55. 917. 250 39 85. 969. 850 61 28. 845. 009 43 38. 828. 602 57 7 1. 8 2 1. 9 55 179. 175 2. 9 1 8. 3 80 43 49 44 96. 034. 842 9 7. 1 8 2. 5 48 2 7 9. 1 8 7. 2 40 57 51 56 23. 249. 556 5 1. 6 6 9. 2 04 1 0 3. 7 6 3. 7 69 27 39 36 6 3. 7 7 8. 3 44 8 1. 9 8 8. 6 86 1 8 4. 5 9 5. 6 32 73 61 64 $ >l ANNEX 3 MAPS OF THE ROADS AND RAILWAYS-NETWORKS SPAIN Trans-European Road network Cohesion Fund Barcelona SPAIN Barcelona Trans European Rail Network Cohesion Fund PORTUGAL Trans-European Road network Cohesion Fund Coimbra Lisboa su- PORTUGAL Trans-European Rail Network Cohesion Fund Porto Coimbra Lisboa GREECE Trans-European Road network Cohesion Fund Igoumenitsa h^Saioniki Alexan- droupolis Patra Athina rVl GREECE Trans-European Rail network Cohesion Fund Igoumenitsa Alexan- droupolis IRELAND Trans-European Road network Cohesion Fund Rosslare nu IRELAND Trans-European Rail network Cohesion Fund Rosslare Ho ISSN 0254-1475 COM(96) 388 final DOCUMENTS EN 01 13 14 07 Catalogue number : CB-CO-96-386-EN-C ISBN 92-78-07413-6 Office for Official Publications of the European Communities L-2985 Luxembourg 5 - 81