The appeal to the values of the Dean Mario Corti and the speech of the First Citizen Miodrag Jankovic

The importance of the municipality in the democratic and socio-economic system, the commitment and work of those who manage it, the role of young and old in politics ... But above all the importance of the values that must guide political action, including at local level. These are some of the topics touched upon by Dean Mario Corti at the inauguration of the Brissago City Council. A passionate speech, his, full of quotes and reflections, starting, in fact, on the relevance of the Municipalities: cells of our Democracy, economic agents – thanks to their investments that support local economies – employers for thousands of people employed in municipal administrations and companies.

Dr. Corti underlined the profound change sanctioned in Brissago by the elections of April 14, with the replacement of as many as 5 municipalities out of 7 and more than half of the municipal councillors compared to the previous legislature.

He then cited the Dutch Jewish philosopher Baruch Spinoza, who defined man as a social animal yearning for change, and the writer Giuseppe Tomasi of Lampedusa. “Personally – he said – I hope that these changes are synonymous with growth, the desire to improve, attention to people’s daily problems, untiring commitment to the Community and to the common good, in the name of a work ethic and responsibility that I would dare to say almost Calvinist, and it is not as in the famous novel ‘Il Gattopardo’ where everything needs to change so that everything remains as before”.

“What I expect from the new Town Hall”

The dean of the City Council explained in no uncertain terms what he expects from the new Town Hall: ‘Having the ability to blend, to know each other, to relate and interact honestly, always bearing in mind the best interests of the country. I ask the new municipalities, even if they do not have previous experience, for commitment, tenacity and humility, above all humility, with the desire to know and deepen the dossiers they received from their predecessors, which I invite them to contact in order to maintain a decision-making and operational direction made of continuity and consistency.’

A final wish, and another quote: “I also ask the municipalities to be concrete and concise”. And not to be enslaved and enslaved by the bureaucracy, because, as Balzac said, ‘the bureaucracy is a gigantic machine operated by pygmies’.

A look at Switzerland

Looking at Switzerland's political culture, he noted: ‘It still stands out as a unicum that rests on the great pillars that have made it history, such as federalism, solidarity, private initiative, capacity for mediation and compromise, popular participation, a firm desire for independence within and towards the nations around us, a right of initiative that allows citizens to always have the last word’.

Could not miss a wish to the new mayor Veronica Marcacci Rossi: ‘For the first time in the history of our village, we have a female mayor: I am very happy because I am a strong supporter of the feminine genius. I wish you all the insight, intuition, passion and love, especially the love that women are capable of.”

Corti’s appeal to colleagues and young people

Mario Corti then addressed his fellow municipal councillors to whom he asked “to honour the popular mandate received in the name of a commitment that is indeed politically inspired, but does not necessarily enslave a precise and limiting ideological position. Be free and decide with your own head. May all your efforts be directed towards a better future for our country: hold dear and honour your mandate with dedication and availability, do not leave office except for serious and irrevocable reasons.”

Finally, an appeal to the young people who for the first time sit on the City Council: “Bring your energy, your enthusiasm, your rebellion and your desire to change the world, but do not be in a hurry to want to destroy the elderly like me who still have so much to offer you in terms of experience, knowledge, measure, common sense and hopefully also wisdom”.

After recalling the main achievements of the last legislature, Corti hoped that in the one that has just begun “an important objective to be pursued will be found, I am thinking in particular of the renovation of the school building that is proving all its age: It must absolutely no longer happen that we have to find buffer and emergency solutions for our children and above all it must no longer happen that they live their school experience under the threat of potential serious environmental pollution. I therefore expect the City Hall to have the courage to dare, to plan and to invest, so that we can look to the future with confidence in a life of full and rewarding relationships.”

Statement by Jankovic

The floor was then given to Miodrag Jankovic, President of the City Council. The First Citizen has been assisted by Corti: "I steal a few words from him saying that I will be brief and concise, as it should be," he began. For my part, a simple thank you for the office that you have allowed me to carry out in addition to the function that certainly also has important tasks at the legislative level and above all it is also a symbolic office, for this reason I appreciate even more your choice and the trust you have given me. I will try to do what is right and what is necessary. For my part, I hope that these four years can be a positive experience for each of you, so that you can bring home something enriching. I also hope that we can work together in the best possible way.”

The composition of the City Council for the 2024-2028 legislature:

President

• Jankovic Miodrag

1st Vice President

• Gallotti Flavio

2nd Vice President

• Ramoni Stefano

Members

• Andreoli Clayton
• Branchini Taira
• Bui Brian
• Catenazzi Francesca
• Chiappini Michela
• Mario Courts
• Dellamora Ivan
• Franconi Simone
• Gallotti Davide
• Hofer Roland
• Jelmoni Claudio
• Kuchler Patrick
• Pagani Patrick
• Category: Manuela bridges
• Schoetzau Thomas
• Wilson Aline
• Zanini Gianfranco