General Assembly Meeting of the Berekum East Municipal Assembly, 2025
The Berekum East Municipal Assembly convened its General Assembly meeting at the Municipal Assembly Hall, bringing together elected Assembly Members, government appointees, and key stakeholders to deliberate on developmental issues affecting the municipality.
The meeting was chaired by the Presiding Member (PM), Hon. Addade, who welcomed members and emphasized the importance of collaborative governance in addressing the socio-economic challenges of the municipality. In an address, the MCE also highlighted recent achievements in infrastructure, education, sanitation, and health, while outlining priority areas for the upcoming quarter.
Key agenda items discussed included:
Review of Previous Minutes: The Assembly reviewed and adopted minutes from the last sitting, with amendments made where necessary.
Budget Performance and Financial Updates: The Municipal Finance Officer presented a detailed report on revenue mobilization, expenditure, and budget performance for the previous quarter. Members raised concerns about internally generated funds (IGF) and proposed strategies to enhance revenue collection.
Developmental Projects: Updates were provided on ongoing projects such as road rehabilitation, school infrastructure upgrades, and sanitation initiatives. Members called for equitable distribution of resources across electoral areas.
Committee Reports: Standing committees including Works, Social Services, and Finance presented their reports, highlighting challenges and recommending actionable steps.
Public Engagement and Accountability: The Assembly discussed mechanisms to improve transparency and citizen participation, including town hall meetings and feedback platforms.
During the open forum, Assembly Members voiced concerns about delayed project execution, inadequate logistics for community outreach, and the need for improved coordination with decentralized departments. The Presiding Member, Hon. Addade, commended members for their active participation and urged them to maintain a non-partisan approach in serving their constituents.
The meeting concluded with a resolution to intensify monitoring of developmental projects, strengthen revenue mobilization efforts, and enhance stakeholder engagement. The next General Assembly meeting date was scheduled