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RESOLUTION OF THE INTRODUCTORY MEETING WITH DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS ON 23rd SEPTEMBER 2022 AT PANARI HOTEL, NAIROBI

During the introductory meeting between the Government of Makueni County and Development Partners working in the county, the following resolutions were agreed upon;

 

1. The county government will establish a County Development Partners Caucus to facilitate periodic engagement between the county government and the development partners.

 

2. The county government will work to strengthen the Sector Working Groups and establish Development Partners Sector Working Groups and ensure development partners working in the respective sectors engage periodically

 

3. That the there is need to enhance the capacity of the County Assembly on the policy making process and setting legislative agenda since the development outcomes will be impacted by the policy and legislative agenda in place.

 

4. The county government will work with the development partners to develop joint project proposals for fundraising.

 

5. The county government and the development partners will work together in the preparation of the third generation of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP 2023 -27) and integrate the development partner’s priorities in the county development agenda.

 

6. The county government will establish cost-sharing and sustainability mechanisms to ensure initiatives by development partners are sustainable after phasing off.

 

7. The county government commits to support and reengineer the cooperative movement as a vehicle for socio-economic transformation through forward and backward linkages in various sectors.

 

8. The county government will work with the development partners to strengthen devolution to ensure further decentralization of services to the lowest level and deepening community public participation model.

Residents Shape Local Development Priorities Through Community Engagements

Malili -Residents and local stakeholders in Malili have had an opportunity to share their development priorities directly with the County Government of Makueni, in an engagement aimed at identifying service delivery gaps and finding practical solutions to challenges affecting their community.

The meeting brought together market leaders, opinion leaders and other stakeholders, who raised concerns and proposed interventions in key areas, including road maintenance, health, land matters, energy, the market sector and road safety.

The engagement in Malili forms part of a series of consultations also held in Salama and Kwa DC, creating opportunities for residents across the three areas to voice their concerns and contribute to local development priorities.

Through these engagements, the County Government is strengthening its commitment to listening to residents and working with communities to address their needs. Issues raised provide important feedback for the relevant departments as they assess priorities and plan interventions within the County’s mandate and available resources.

RESIDENTS PACK FORUMS AS COUNTY BUDGET TALKS ENTER SECOND PHASE

The second round of public participation forums began Tuesday across the county, drawing large crowds to ward-level meetings aimed at harmonising sub-ward proposals into unified ward development priorities.

In Kisau Kiteta Ward, more than 200 residents gathered for the day-long session, where they consolidated projects valued at KSh 33 million. Similar exercises are underway in all wards, with the engagements scheduled to run through Thursday.

Finance CECM Damaris Kavoi, who attended the Kisau Kiteta forum, praised the strong turnout, noting the active involvement of retired civil servants. She described their participation as a demonstration that citizens remain vital contributors to local development even after leaving public service.

Kavoi also commended residents for consistently ensuring that the voices of persons living with disabilities are included in the discussions, saying inclusive participation is key to equitable budgeting.

She further lauded Public Management Committees for their continued oversight of county projects and encouraged residents to utilise services offered by extension officers and other county staff stationed in the wards.

Participants in the ward, additionally prioritised development needs for Mbooni Kee Municipality.

Ward forums continue Wednesday, with special interest group sessions scheduled for Thursday. The Youth Public Participation forum will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., while the Diaspora forum is slated for 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., both via Zoom.

Reprieve as accident response vehicle for Mombasa-Nairobi highway, Makueni stretch is received

Road crash victims between Mtito-Andei and Malili have better chance of recovery, and even avoiding death since they will be receiving quick medical treatment at the scene of an injury before quickly getting rushed to hospital as H.E governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr receives a road Traffic Accident Response vehicle for the section.
The vehicle came as a result of partnership between the County and Polish Aid.
It will be stationed at Makindu Fire Station, a central place for responding to accidents and will be able to reduce the severity of injuries suffered.
The vehicle is fitted with 2 hydraulic pumps, a hydraulic cutter, a ram and spreader, trauma bags, extension ladders, and a stretcher. All firefighters who are to operate the vehicle have been trained in basic life support and road traffic accident techniques.
 
 

REPORT OF THE PERFORMANCE CONTRACT PROCESS 2017-18

This report covers the pilot phase implemented from March 2018 to June 2018 and the evaluation of the contracts. It is expected that this report will be used by departments to improve on their management of the performance management process and service delivery.

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Report From Financial Meeting

A town meeting is a form of direct democratic rule, used primarily in portions of the United States – principally in New England – since the 17th century, in which most or all the members of a community come together to legislate policy and budgets for local government.

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Addendum: Repair and Expansion of Katilini Earthdam Phase 3

Addendum: Repair and Expansion of Katilini Earthdam Phase 3

(CLOSING MONDAY 29TH OCTOBER, 2018)

No. Tender Reference Number Description of Works Pre-site visit Bid-bond Amount Eligibility
1. GMC/W/T/05/2018/2019 [wpdm_package id=3751 template=”link-template-button.php”] On Tuesday 9th October 2018 at 10.00 am at the County headquarters 80,000.00 Local  Makueni Contractors Only