Nasra Municipality Faces Power Struggles Amid Service Decline
Translated & summarized from Alarab by baba
Fadi Ajjawi of the Unified Arab List criticized the Nazareth Municipality's appointed committee for prioritizing power struggles over services, leading to a decline in citizen welfare. He noted a focus on tax collection and service cuts, citing financial issues as justification. Ajjawi called for transparency and accountability, threatening an official investigation if the situation doesn't improve.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Fadi Ajjawi criticized the Nazareth Municipality for power struggles instead of providing services.
- Residents are experiencing a decline in essential services from the municipality.
- The municipality is accused of focusing on tax collection while cutting services.
- Complaints have emerged from both the public and municipal employees.
- Ajjawi threatened an official investigation if the situation does not improve.
Fadi Ajjawi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Unified Arab List, expressed significant concern over the recent management of the Nazareth Municipality under its appointed committee. He stated that the municipality has become a battleground for competing groups vying for influence and power, rather than focusing on providing essential services to the residents.
Ajjawi highlighted a noticeable decline in services, with citizens suffering from reduced or absent services in various sectors. He criticized the municipality's focus on collecting property taxes (Arnona) while simultaneously cutting services, citing financial deficits as the justification. Ajjawi argued that this approach, which prioritizes financial recovery over citizen needs, is not a substitute for professional management and sound planning.
Complaints have reportedly come not only from the public but also from within the municipality itself, including employees. Ajjawi called for a serious investigation into the ongoing disputes and their impact on work and service delivery. He emphasized that Nazareth is a city that deserves dedicated management focused on its people's needs and priorities, not a stage for settling scores or power struggles.
If the situation persists, Ajjawi indicated that his group would consider requesting an official investigation or forming a committee to examine the municipality's operations. They plan to gather testimonies from employees and relevant individuals to gain clarity and ensure accountability and the protection of residents' rights.