Overview
- An updated statement on December 31 outlines plans for a secure online tool to register participations and centralize communications with winners.
- They say holiday slowdowns and the volume of inquiries are delaying responses, so a single official channel will replace individual consultations.
- The group is working to establish a formal process for administrative and banking steps, seeking maximum guarantees for all parties.
- The town council expressed regret over the rift, offered spaces to facilitate dialogue, and stressed the commission operates independently of the municipality.
- Members have contributed roughly €2 million and proposed a partial reduction of payouts reported at about 5–10%, yet possible legal complaints by some holders could halt any distribution until a court ruling, even as other committees and businesses organize donations and El Niño tickets to help.