By J. K. Nabary
Winneba (C/R), Jan. 23, GNA – The Reverend Atta Mensah, Effutu Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), has handed over three critical legacy project sites in deplorable condition for renovation at a short ceremony in Winneba.
The projects, expected to be completed within six months, include a Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compound at Effutu Woarabeba, the official residence of the Municipal Chief Executive, and a teachers’ bungalow at Domeabra in the Winneba Township.
Handing over the projects and contract documents to the contractors at separate ceremonies, Rev. Mensah said they were among several legacy projects his administration inherited.
He explained that the ceremony was to formally introduce the contractors to traditional authorities and community members to ensure smooth execution of the works.
“The day is historic because it is the first time the Effutu Municipal Assembly is tackling some of these legacy projects which are normally left to deteriorate,” the MCE stated.
Rev. Mensah said President John Dramani Mahama considered all legacy projects inherited across the country very dear to his heart and had instructed all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to use 10 per cent of their allocated Common Fund to complete such projects.
He assured that when completed, the projects would serve their intended purposes and urged the contractors to ensure quality work and finish on schedule.
He also encouraged them to employ local artisans such as carpenters, masons, plumbers, and electricians to create jobs for the youth.
Rev. Mensah reiterated that President Mahama and the NDC government were committed to providing the needed infrastructural development and improving the socio-economic wellbeing of the people.
Mr Abu Sadic Adams, the Municipal Planning Officer, said he would periodically visit the sites to monitor progress and ensure value for money.
“We realized that the projects have lots of problems, including roofing, ceiling, windows, doors, cracks in walls, electrical installations, burglar-proof systems, plumbing, and landscaping. We are firming up monitoring and evaluation to ensure that the specifics are achieved,” they stated.
The contractors, on their part, promised the MCE, the Assembly, and the people of Effutu that they would deliver quality work on schedule.
Rev Mensah later told the media that the contracts went through due processes and procedures, adding that the Assembly’s technical team ensured due diligence in procurement.
He noted that there were many legacy projects in the municipality, including schools, accommodation, and roads, but the three were prioritized due to their strategic nature. The others would be tackled as and when funds become available.
“Ideally, we are looking at a six-month period for the completion of the projects,” he added.
GNA
Edited by Alice Tettey/Lydia Kukua Asamoah