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Local Government Minister Visits Trelawny July 14

By: , July 13, 2016

The Key Point:

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, will visit Trelawny on Thursday, July 14, to tour the Clarks Town Market, the Infirmary and meet with members of the Parish Council.
Local Government Minister Visits Trelawny July 14
Photo: Melroy Sterling
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie.

The Facts

  • Since taking office in March of this year, the Minister has embarked on a campaign to familiarise himself with the operations of local authorities islandwide, including the Portmore Municipal Council and the Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation (KSAC).
  • The Minister will be accompanied by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry and the Director of the Technical Services Unit.

The Full Story

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, will visit Trelawny on Thursday, July 14, to tour the Clarks Town Market, the Infirmary and meet with members of the Parish Council.

Since taking office in March of this year, the Minister has embarked on a campaign to familiarise himself with the operations of local authorities islandwide, including the Portmore Municipal Council and the Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation (KSAC).

As part of the campaign, the Minister will also examine the state of the local infrastructure that is maintained by the parish councils.

On his visit to Trelawny, the Minister will attend and participate in the monthly Council meeting.  Mr. McKenzie is expected to address issues raised by members of the Council.

The Minister will be accompanied by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry and the Director of the Technical Services Unit.

Last Updated: July 13, 2016

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