Launches corridor dev’t
ADDIS ABABA – Hossana Town Administration said that it has been constructing projects with an outlay of over two billion Birr this fiscal year.
Approached by the Ethiopian Press Agency (EPA) Hossana Town Administration Mayor, Dawit Tumdedo said that the administration is carrying out the construction of urban infrastructure projects worth of over two billion Birr this year. Some 25 kilometers of asphalt, worth of 286 million Birr clean water projects, two schools and two health centers, public recreational centers, among others.
From the above mentioned projects, the construction of 60 million Birr worth clean water project has been completed. Besides, the construction of the second water project is also completed about 85%. The project would cover 85% of city’s clean water demand upon completion, he said.
Furthermore, the construction of drainages, green area development and other road construction activities are well underway. To ensure city’s beautification, efforts are underway aligned with development safety net, he added.
According to him, the engagement and contribution of the community or residents in the development activities is great. The city has also been working to reuse wastes via recycling.
He further noted that the administration would focus on expanding revenue generation capacity and strengthening to further develop the town. Moreover, it planned to launch 5 kilometers corridor development taking best practices and experience from Addis Ababa City Administration. Right now, one-kilometer corridor development is launched. It would continue strengthening it in the future following the same fashion.
Town’s development is unique as residents leave without requesting any compensation per to city plan volunteer. The corridor development compromises pedestrian roads, green area and other necessary infrastructures, he stated. BY TSEGAYE TILAHUN
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD TUESDAY 25 JUNE 2024
