In a significant development, 38 mayors out of 65 in Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria, gathered at the local APW headquarters to officially establish the Coordination des Maires de Tizi-Ouzou. This move aims to provide a unified voice for the mayors and address pressing local issues. The coordination brings together mayors from various backgrounds, with the goal of contributing to the development of a new Algeria. The mayors emphasized the need for collective action in the face of the country's current challenges.
The creation of this coordination is a response to the current situation in Algeria, where citizens are eager to build a new future. The mayors believe they have a historical responsibility to play a role in shaping this future. By working together, they aim to have a greater say in the management of local affairs and promote development in their region. This initiative follows a series of efforts by the mayors to coordinate their actions since the beginning of the popular movement.
A key objective of the coordination is to push for the revision of the Loi sur les communes, which governs local governance. The mayors seek to expand their powers and have more control over local decision-making. This goal is not new; former Interior Minister Nourredine Bedoui had promised a new law for communes in 2018, but it has yet to materialize. The mayors are determined to make their voices heard and advocate for greater autonomy.
The Coordination des Maires de Tizi-Ouzou has established a nine-member bureau to oversee its functioning and develop a roadmap for the future. The mayors also discussed several pressing local issues, including the boycott of the current wali of Tizi-Ouzou. Opinions on this matter were divided, with some mayors arguing that it is essential to work with the wali to address citizens' concerns, while others believe that boycotting him is necessary to maintain consistency with the popular movement.
Another topic of discussion was the ongoing strike by municipal workers, which has caused significant disruptions in the region. The mayors have previously expressed their concerns about the impact of the strike on citizens and have called for a resolution to the issue. They noted that the strike appears to be uniform across the wilaya, despite being regional in nature.
The mayors also highlighted the challenges faced by two communes, Yatafen and Aït Mahmoud, which are currently without presidents due to the ongoing political situation. These communes are among the 65 in Tizi-Ouzou, but the mayors' coordination currently comprises 38 members. The mayors are working to address these gaps and ensure that all communes have a voice.
The establishment of the Coordination des Maires de Tizi-Ouzou reflects the mayors' commitment to addressing local issues and promoting development in their region. As the situation in Algeria continues to evolve, the mayors are poised to play a crucial role in shaping the country's future. Their efforts will likely have a significant impact on the lives of citizens in Tizi-Ouzou and beyond.
Key points
- The Coordination des Maires de Tizi-Ouzou aims to promote local development and advocate for greater autonomy for mayors.
