Categories
All Communal service providers Community mobilization Solid Waste Management

Ciuciuleni, Drăgușenii Noi, and Bobeica: Together for a Modern Solid Waste Management Service

Ciuciuleni, Drăgușenii Noi, and Bobeica: Together for a Modern Solid Waste Management Service

On April 11, 2025, the cooperation between the municipalities of Ciuciuleni, Drăgușenii Noi, and Bobeica was formalized through the signing of an Intermunicipal Association Agreement, along with a Grant Agreement with the MĂ IMPLIC Project.

Through this initiative, the three localities, in partnership with citizens and a joint communal service operator, will implement an intermunicipal sanitation system, with technical support from Skat Consulting and funding provided by the Government of Switzerland.

Direct benefits for the community
The project addresses a critical need in the daily lives of residents and will bring the following benefits:

🌱 A cleaner environment – by eliminating unauthorized dumping sites and introducing selective waste collection in all three localities.
🌱 Reduced pollution – protecting the health of citizens and improving the quality of air and soil.
🌱 Cost savings for the community – through efficient and integrated waste management, with optimized expenditures.
🌱 Increased comfort – modern infrastructure, household-level bin distribution, regular collection.
🌱 Environmental education – awareness campaigns on recycling and environmental protection.
🌱 An engaged community – with active citizen participation from planning to monitoring.

Total investment value: 6,220,000 MDL
• 80% – contribution from the MĂ IMPLIC Project
• 20% – contribution from the partner municipalities

Key investments:

  • 1 waste collection truck
  • 4000 household bins (120 L)
  • 42 containers for selective collection
  • 1 baling press for plastic/cardboard
  • 20 storage platforms
  • 1 temporary waste storage site

 

The MĂ IMPLIC Project supports local public authorities in the Republic of Moldova in delivering better public services through participatory, sustainable, and efficient solutions. The Ciuciuleni–Drăgușenii Noi–Bobeica initiative is another example of how intermunicipal cooperation can lead to tangible results and real benefits for citizens.

📌 We remind you that 14 groups of local public authorities (LPAs) from Moldova will benefit from stronger local governance and improved access to quality public services, thanks to the support of the MĂ IMPLIC Project, funded by the Government of Switzerland and implemented by Skat Consulting.

The main objective of the MĂ IMPLIC Project is to contribute to the strengthening of local governance and to increase people’s access to better public services. The project provides support to local authorities and citizens in improving local administration, strategic planning, and the delivery of public services.

This initiative will bring direct benefits to approximately 106,000 citizens from the partner communities.

#MaImplicProject #SkatConsulting #SwissCooperation #Switzerland
#MAIMPLIC #LocalDevelopment #PublicServices #EfficientAdministration

Categories
All Communal service providers Community mobilization

How to Engage Citizens in Local Governance: Practical Guide for LPA, Developed by the “MĂ IMPLIC” Project (Revised Edition, 2024)

How to Engage Citizens in Local Governance: Practical Guide for LPA, Developed by the “MĂ IMPLIC” Project (Revised Edition, 2024)

The “MĂ IMPLIC” Project is pleased to announce the revised edition (2024) of the Practical Guide for Citizen Engagement in Local Governance and Public Service Development. This essential resource is designed for local public authorities, utility service operators, civic leaders, and local organizations.

Citizen engagement is a cornerstone of effective local governance, ensuring that decisions reflect the needs and interests of communities. The revised edition introduces updated tools and innovative practices to:

  • Enhance transparency and public accountability.
  • Promote inclusion and social equity in governance processes.
  • Develop public services in a participatory and sustainable manner.

The guide equips local authorities and stakeholders with clear principles and practical tools to streamline and enhance citizen involvement. Key features include:

  • Fundamental principles of citizen engagement, emphasizing transparency, innovation, efficiency, and inclusion.
  • Mechanisms for civic participation, such as public consultations, surveys, participatory budgeting initiatives, and digital feedback platforms.
  • Examples of best practices and concrete models, including guidance on organizing public meetings, mobilizing community resources, and developing public service improvement plans.
  • Performance indicators for monitoring and evaluation, enabling a better understanding of progress and alignment with community needs.

Applying the guide’s recommendations helps make public services more efficient, accessible, and responsive to the real needs of residents.

By implementing the outlined models and practices, local authorities not only make better-informed decisions but also gain the support of citizens, who become active partners in the decision-making process.

Ultimately, the guide provides a sustainable framework for local development, where every member of the community—regardless of age, gender, or socioeconomic status—can contribute to building a better future for all.

The guide is available in Romanian language for free download in PDF format and is intended for mayors, local councilors, utility service operators, and all those involved in local development.

This document was developed as part of the “MĂ IMPLIC” Project – Civic Engagement in Local Governance (Phase II, 2023-2027), funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and implemented by Skat Consulting Ltd. The content does not necessarily reflect the views of the mentioned partners.

We remind you that 14 groups of LPAs from Moldova will benefit from stronger local governance and increased access to quality public services, thanks to the support of the Project MĂ IMPLIC, funded by the Government of Switzerland and implemented by Skat Consulting. The project “MĂ IMPLIC” in Phase 2 aims to contribute to strengthening local governance and increasing the population’s access to better public services. The project will provide support to local authorities and citizens to improve local administration, strategic planning, and public service delivery. This initiative will bring benefits to approximately 106,000 citizens in these communities.

#MaImplicProject #SkatConsulting #SwissCooperation #Switzerland
#MAIMPLIC #LocalDevelopment #PublicServices #EfficientAdministration