On November 6, the Mayor of Golfe 6 commune, Kokou Amenyenou, held a meeting with artisans in Baguida, the commune's capital. The meeting brought together leaders of various artisan organizations, including tailors, masons, plumbers, mechanics, and more. The discussions focused on the artisans' role and responsibility in the commune's development. The Mayor emphasized the importance of their sector in achieving the commune's goals and encouraged them to contribute to the budget.
Mayor Amenyenou urged the artisans to demonstrate civic-mindedness by paying their taxes. He encouraged those with outstanding tax payments to regularize their situation promptly. The Mayor also announced that certain taxes, such as those related to apprentice liberation, would be reduced in the upcoming budget to facilitate collection. The artisans, represented by Logossou Yao Ben, welcomed the Mayor's initiative and pledged to work towards local development.
The artisans raised several concerns, including the uniform flat tax, simplification of payment procedures, and the provision of a trade chamber or community center for collective activities. They also discussed issues related to workshop advertising signs, capacity building, social programs for vulnerable children, and security in certain areas of the commune. The union leaders highlighted the challenges of mobilizing all artisans in their respective corporations to respond to municipal requests.
In response to the artisans' concerns, Mayor Amenyenou promised to address their issues and simplify collaboration between the artisans and the municipality. He also mentioned an upcoming visit from a Senegalese municipal council to Baguida for experience sharing. The Mayor used the opportunity to request that the artisans sensitize their peers about the liberation of paved and bitumen road reserves in the Grand Lomé District.
The meeting allowed the artisans to better understand the importance of their sector in the commune's development and their contribution to the budget. The Mayor's call for tax civic duty was a key aspect of the discussions. The artisans' concerns and suggestions will be taken into consideration to improve collaboration between the municipality and the artisan community.
The commune of Golfe 6 is taking steps to engage with its stakeholders and promote local development. The Mayor's meeting with artisans is part of this effort. By working together, the municipality and artisans can achieve common goals and improve the lives of residents. The artisans play a vital role in the commune's economy and development.
The collaboration between the Golfe 6 municipality and artisans is expected to yield positive results. The Mayor's initiative has been welcomed by the artisans, and their concerns will be addressed. The visit from the Senegalese municipal council will provide valuable insights and opportunities for experience sharing. The meeting has set the stage for a stronger partnership between the municipality and artisans.
Key points
- Mayor Kokou Amenyenou encourages artisans to contribute to local development and pay taxes.
