Belgrade Assembly Today: Budget Rebalancing and Borrowing That Will Shock You!
Today, Belgrade’s City Assembly is holding a session with a whopping 29 agenda items. The hottest topic? The budget rebalancing for this year and borrowings that will surely spark heated debates!
A Budget Growing Like Mushrooms After Rain
Belgrade’s budget for this year is about 178.8 billion dinars, which is a 9.5% increase compared to the original plan. The city itself will receive over 162 billion, while city municipalities will get more than 16 billion dinars. Councilors will decide how this money will be spent.
Borrowings That Might Worry You
The city plans to borrow 15 billion dinars from commercial banks to finance capital investment expenses. Additionally, there is a plan to borrow 35 million euros from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development for the construction of the sewer system in Palilula. Is this a smart move or just another debt burden for citizens?
Palilula Sewer Project – Salvation or New Problem?
The sewer system construction project in Palilula is one of the key infrastructure undertakings. Councilors will also review the report on the implementation of the land allocation program and amendments to detailed regulation plans. Will citizens truly benefit from these investments?
Much More on the Agenda
Besides the budget and sewer project, councilors will discuss waste management, amendments to public parking decisions, establishing cooperation with the city of Xiamen in China, erecting a monument to Jelena Žigon, renaming streets in several municipalities, and naming a park in Vračar. It sounds like Belgrade is changing its face, but at what cost?
Will Councilors Approve These Decisions?
Councilors face a tough task deciding on these important issues. Will the borrowings justify the investments and bring progress, or will they just add more financial strain to the city budget? Will citizens feel improvements in sewerage and communal services? All eyes are on today’s session.
Conclusion
Belgrade stands at a crossroads today – between big investments and big debts. Will this session bring a bright future or just another step towards financial burden for citizens? Follow the news and don’t forget to share your thoughts – are you for or against these changes? Maybe you have a funny budget joke that could lighten the mood for all of us!
Source: Telegraf.rs, Blic.rs
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