Many Functions of City Council Carried Out by HDC, This Needs to Change – Mayor Muizzu

Male City Mayor Dr. Mohamed Muizzu stated that a number of fuctions endorsed to the City Council under law is being carried out by Hulhumale Development Corporation at the moment. He said so in a meeting held at Rehendhi School Compound on Saturday night for discussions on the Development Plan, Financial Plan, proposed Budget Plan for next year, and Action Plan for the Hulhumale District.  
 
According to the mayor, the current arrangement poses a number of difficulties for the residents of Hulhumale in attaining certain services from the authorities hence, this needs to change. He promised that work will be ongoing to bring the functions under the authority of the City Council.  
 
During the meeting, Councilor Ibrahim Shujau revealed that in two weeks’ time, registration of birth certificates for newborns can be carried out in Hulhumale itself. Moreover, he stated that discussions are being included on the council agenda regarding establishing a fish market for the fisherman in Hulhumale.  
 
Councilors, members of WDC, officials of different departments of the council, and residents of Hulhumale took part in the event.