16 Amendments of Veronika VRECIONOVÁ related to 2021/2075(INI)
Amendment 63 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1 a. Acknowledges a crucial and unique role of local and regional authorities in tackling issues related to Covid -19 pandemic with supportive role of the European Union;
Amendment 68 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Underlines that overconcentration of the population in certain urban areas has already led to repercussions such as congestion, the growing challenge of affordable housing, pollution, a deterioration in quality of life, urban sprawl, andsevere security issues a significant risk of poverty and social exclusion for certain segments of the population;
Amendment 76 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Calls on the Mmember Sstates to promote thactive inclusion of marginalised communities such as people with disabilities, more isolated older people,and assistance policies toward people with disabilities, older and homeless people, and to encourage ethnic minorities such as Romaintegration process; calls for funding needs to be addressed at a local level, including those of urban areas, in order to support these marginalised communities sustainably; recalls that sufficient national resources are key to the successful implementation of policy measures put forward by the EU Roma strategic framework for equality, inclusion and participation;
Amendment 85 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Amendment 88 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Highlights the socioeconomic challenges of urban centres with significant populations of migrants and refugees; recalls that cities have a key role in building inclusive and welcoming communities where no one is left behind;
Amendment 94 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
Amendment 101 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
Amendment 110 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. EmphasisAcknowledges the fact that the COVID-19 pandemic has led to spikes in domestic violence; calls on the Commission and the Member States to allocate cohesion policy funding and mobilise urban authorities to address the global increase in gender-based violence;
Amendment 134 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Considers that in line with its commitments under the Paris Agreement, the Union mustshould prioritise circular economy frameworks, sustainable urban mobility, rapideasonable investment in green infrastructure and renewable energy in cities, and respect for the ‘do not harm’ principle;
Amendment 146 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Warns that cities and towns are acutely vulnerable to the impacts of climate change; is highly concerned that heatwaves, which are already more extreme in cities due to the effects of urban heat islands, are increasing in both intensity and frequency, while extreme precipitation events and storm surges are likely to result in increased flooding such as that witnessed in Europe this summer;
Amendment 152 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Stresses that the commitment of urban areas is crucial for the transition to a climate-neutral society; believes, therefore, that more funding must be made available for urban areas to achieve the targets of the European Green Deal;
Amendment 170 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls for actions and policies for a just digital transition, which should be deployed across various levels, from cities to the EU itself; calls for digital inclusion to be recognised as a right for the new generation and for a clear commitment to achieve universal internet connectivity for cities;
Amendment 202 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Welcomes the Urban Agenda for the EU as a new model of multi-level governance; believes that this should not remain a voluntary process;
Amendment 211 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Reiterates the need for further funding opportunities for cities to implement programmes locally; calls for the European Urban Initiative to be given a greater budget and scope;
Amendment 218 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
Amendment 227 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22