Haifa Municipality Economic Company Appoints Member of the Municipal Council and Head of the Al-Jabhah Bloc Head of Tender Committee
Translated & summarized from Panet by baba
The committee oversees project contracts and ensures fair competition. This appointment is viewed as a step to increase Arab representation in city decision-making roles. The member of the municipal council and head of the al-Jabhah bloc's appointment proceeded despite opposition from National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
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- The tender committee is crucial for overseeing contracts and ensuring fair competition for company projects.
- The appointment aims to boost Arab representation in city decision-making and economic opportunities.
- The member of the municipal council and head of the al-Jabhah bloc's appointment followed his earlier selection to the company's board of directors in August.
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir had previously campaigned against the member of the municipal council and head of the al-Jabhah bloc's appointment.
- The company manages economic development, high-tech zones, and infrastructure projects with a budget over 100 million shekels.
The board of directors of the Haifa Municipality Economic Company approved on October 21, 2026, the appointment of the member of the municipal council and head of the al-Jabhah bloc, a member of the municipal council and head of the al-Jabhah bloc, as the head of the company's tender committee. The Economic Company is a key municipal entity in Haifa, focusing on economic development, establishing and developing high-tech zones, infrastructure projects, and economic initiatives, with an annual budget exceeding 100 million shekels. This appointment is seen as significant for enhancing Arab representation in positions of responsibility and decision-making, and for creating broader opportunities for Arab businesses, contractors, and professionals to participate in the city's economic activity and development projects on equal footing. The campaign did not result in the cancellation, and the member of the municipal council and head of the al-Jabhah bloc continued his involvement with the company, culminating in his leadership of the tender committee. The al-Jabhah bloc stated that its participation in municipal institutions aims to serve all Haifa residents, promote equitable economic development, expand employment and investment opportunities, and advance the standing of the Arab community within the city's economy and institutions.