Monday, 08 March 2010 12:15
THE Makira Ulawa Provincial Development Council meeting was successfully held last month.
The province's official newsletter said on the 10th of February for the first time in the history of Makira Ulawa Province, the Makira Ulawa Provincial Development Council gathered to discuss various issues affecting the province.
The aim of the Council is to:
- Share information on development strategies, plans, and projects.
- Consult development stakeholders on provincial development plans.
- Prioritise areas for Provincial Governmental investments and capital development funds.
The Council is open for anyone who feels engaged and is committed to the development of the Province and would like to participate in the Council on a voluntary basis.
The Council plans to meet on a three monthly bases, the news letter said.
Representatives from NGOs, Churches, the Council of Chiefs and the Government participated in the council meeting and together took key decisions on the priority investment areas for the Makira Ulawa Provincial Government for 2010/11.
These are to be: economic development, communication & transportation infrastructure, water and sanitation (WATSAN) and education
The meeting took place in a collaborative and friendly environment in which many good ideas were raised, information shared and important decisions taken.
[source: http://www.solomonstarnews.com/]
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