Brazil: Piracicaba Approves Municipal Lottery And Airport Concession

Brazil.– September 23, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Piracicaba City Council has passed laws enabling the creation of a municipal lottery and the concession of Pedro Morganti Municipal Airport, aiming to boost local revenue and foster public-private partnerships.

Overview

On the evening of September 11, 2025, during an extraordinary session, Piracicaba’s City Council approved several impactful projects. Notably, Bill 278/2025 establishing the Piracicaba Municipal Lottery, and Bill 280/2025 authorizing the partial or full concession of Pedro Morganti Airport. Also approved was the replacement of basic food baskets for municipal employees with a monthly food voucher.

Details And Context

  • Municipal Lottery Creation: Bill 278/2025 passed with 12 votes in favor and 8 against. The municipality expects about R$ 75 million per year in revenue from the lottery, directed toward strengthening local budgets, public services, and social programs.

  • Airport Concession: Bill 280/2025, allowing for the concession of Pedro Morganti Airport to private initiative, was approved with 16 supporting votes and 6 opposing. The concession may involve public bidding, public-private partnerships, or in some cases, direct awards.

  • Change in Employee Benefits: The food basket benefit was replaced by a food voucher worth R$ 270 monthly, approved 17-3. This reflects a shift in municipal policy for public worker benefits.

Impact And Challenges

  • Municipal Finances: Achieving the projected R$ 75 million annual revenue could reduce Piracicaba’s dependence on state and federal transfers, giving it greater fiscal autonomy.

  • Transparency And Regulation: Critical to establish clear rules for managing the lottery and airport concession, ensuring transparent bidding and accountable contracts.

  • Political And Public Response: Some councilors have expressed concerns about fund allocation and oversight in the airport concession. Citizens may also demand clarity on how concessionaires are selected and revenue allocated.

Future Outlook

With these legislative approvals, Piracicaba is shifting toward more diversified revenue sources. The lottery and airport concession could generate substantial income if implemented efficiently and under robust oversight. Details regarding tenders, contracts, prize percentages, airport fees, and oversight mechanisms are expected soon.

If successful, Piracicaba may serve as a model for other Brazilian municipalities seeking alternative revenues without raising taxes.

Zona de Azar will monitor how these projects unfold, the actual impact of the lottery, and execution of the airport concession.

 Editó: @_fonta www.zonadeazar.com

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