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Samaher Saif Al-Yazal – Zainab Al-Darazi to “Al-Watan”: Monitoring the Karzakan coast will not stop until the equipment works on the ground – Ongoing sanitation projects serve 1,007 properties – 85% completion of the sewage network in Shahrakan to serve 256 properties – 80% completion of the network north of Complex 1033 in Al-Malikiyah to serve 175 properties – A sewage project serving 376 properties in Sadad with a completion rate of up to 55% – Starting implementation of the network South of Block 1033 in Al-Malikiyah to serve 200 properties – More than 1,253 properties are waiting for the implementation of the drainage network in Blocks 1032 and 1034 in Al-Malikiyah – A walkway, games, sports facilities and service kiosks that outline the features of the new Karzakan coast – from Karzakan to Damestan… Future sanitation projects awaiting approval and implementation – 8 years after the delivery of its units… The new Al-Lawzi awaits markets and basic facilities – “Maria Al-Qibtiya” “Al-Mustafa” is among the expected mosque projects in New Al-Lawzi. On a field tour that extended between a number of areas of the twelfth district of the Northern Governorate, “Al-Watan” accompanied municipal member Zainab Al-Darazi, to identify the most prominent service and development projects witnessed by the district, and to see the progress of work in the projects being implemented, in addition to reviewing the future plans that it is pursuing with various government agencies, within the framework of completing the infrastructure and improving the level of services provided to citizens. The tour included the areas of Karzakan and Al-Malikiyah. Shahrakan, Sadad, and New Al-Lawzi, where features of development appeared clear in a number of sites witnessing the implementation of huge infrastructure projects, while other sites are still waiting for the completion of administrative procedures or the provision of financial funds to move from the planning stage to implementation. Al-Darazi stressed, during the tour, that municipal work is not measured by the number of meetings or proposals that are presented inside the council hall, but rather by the projects achieved on the ground that directly reflect on the lives of citizens, noting that the twelfth district is witnessing today a package of service projects that are among the largest projects that have been implemented. It has been implemented by the Ministry of Works in recent years, in addition to other projects that are still under follow-up until their approval and implementation. She added that the priority in the current stage is to complete infrastructure projects, most notably sewerage networks, in parallel with developing the coasts, improving the road network, creating parks and public facilities, and completing the commercial, religious and community services that residential areas need, in order to achieve balanced development and keep pace with the urban growth witnessed by the various areas of the district. Karzakan Coast… a long-awaited project approaching implementation. The first stop of the tour was the Coast Project site. Karzakan, which is considered one of the most prominent development projects expected in the Northern Governorate, where Al-Darazi reviewed the stages of the project from the inception of its idea until it reached the tender evaluation stage. She said that the project was not the result of the moment, but rather is the result of years of follow-up and continuous work, as it began since the fifth municipal session, and its follow-up continued during the sixth session, until all necessary designs and approvals were completed, and it was put up for public tender. She explained that the project affiliated with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Agriculture has now reached the stage The Ministry of Public Works, in its capacity as the executing body, evaluated the bids in preparation for completing the award procedures and starting implementation during the next phase. She added that the project represents a qualitative shift for the waterfront in Karzakan, as it was designed to be an integrated outlet that serves all family members, and keeps pace with the best modern standards in coastal design and public facilities. She indicated that the approved plan includes an extended coastal promenade overlooking the sea, wide green spaces, family seating and rest areas, multi-use courtyards, and games. For children, pedestrian and bicycle paths, in addition to open sports and entertainment facilities serving various age groups. The project also includes the construction of a lifeguard tower, service, food and beverage kiosks, changing rooms, modern restrooms, administrative and service buildings, and facilities prepared for people with special needs, in addition to organized parking lots, thoughtful entrances and exits, security and safety points, and drinking water fountains, in addition to completing the lighting infrastructure and drainage networks. Rainwater and public services. Al-Darazi confirmed that the project will change the urban landscape of the region, and will contribute to providing a modern recreational outlet for the people of Karzakan and neighboring areas, in addition to its role in enhancing the tourism and entertainment components of the Northern Governorate, noting that the design of the project took into account environmental aspects, sustainability, and urban beauty, in line with the Kingdom’s vision of developing waterfronts. She added that the project went through a number of basic stages, which included preparing engineering designs, completing tender documents, and obtaining The necessary approvals, then tendering, leading to the current stage of evaluating bids, before moving to awarding and starting implementation. She stressed that following up on the project will not stop until she sees the equipment operating on the ground, as it is one of the most awaited projects by the people for years. Sanitation networks… the largest workshop witnessed by the department. In another part of the tour, Al-Darazi stopped at a number of sanitation projects that are currently being implemented, stressing that this file represents a top priority, given its direct connection to the quality of life, improving the environment, and paving the way. In front of the implementation of road, lighting and other services projects. She explained that the project to establish a sewerage network in Al-Malikiyah – Block 1033 (north of the complex) is witnessing great progress, as the completion rate has reached about 80%, and serves 175 properties, and includes the implementation of main and subsidiary networks, with the gradual start of connecting homes to the new network, to be followed by the implementation of road repaving works with asphalt after the end of the project. She added that the Shahrakan project – Block 1044 has reached a completion rate of 85%, and serves 256 properties, and includes the implementation of main and secondary sewage lines and connecting homes to the network, provided that the completion of the project will be followed by the implementation of final paving, lighting, and rainwater drainage works within the plans of the Ministry of Works. As for the Sadad project – Block 1038, its completion rate has reached 55%, and it serves 376 properties, as the work of implementing the main and subsidiary networks continues, with the homes continuing to be connected gradually, in preparation for moving to the final paving and services stages. Al-Malikiyah – Block 1033 “South of the Complex”, Al-Darazi explained that the project has entered the implementation phase with a completion rate of 10%, and serves 200 properties, and includes the establishment of main and sub-networks before starting to connect homes and completing the rest of the service work. She stressed that these projects, despite the different stages of implementation, constitute an integrated system aimed at completing one of the most important service files for the residents of the district. Projects awaiting the green light. The tour was not limited to the projects being implemented, but rather Al-Darazi reviewed There are also a number of projects whose technical designs have been completed, but they are still waiting for financial appropriations or the completion of official procedures. At the forefront of these projects is the project to establish a sewerage network in blocks 1032 and 1034 in the Al-Malikiyah area, which will serve more than 1,253 properties, as the Ministry of Public Works has finished preparing the detailed designs, while the project is still awaiting the provision of the budget and obtaining the necessary approvals. It also referred to the project to establish a sewerage network in Karzakan – Block 1028, whose designs have also been completed, It is expected to be included for implementation, in addition to following up on future projects in Block 1027, part of Block 1025 in Karzakan, Block 1017 in Damistan, part of West Al-Malikiyah, and South Shahrakan, within the ministry’s plan to expand sanitation services. She stressed that these projects represent a long-term investment in infrastructure, and their positive effects will be reflected in urban development and public services in the coming years. Achievements achieved on the ground. Al-Darazi explained that a number of projects The task was completed in full during the current municipal session, the most prominent of which is the sewerage network project in Al-Malikiyah – Block 1032, which was 100% completed to serve 46 properties. The sewerage network project in Al-Malikiyah – Block 1034 “Phase Three” was also completed, which serves 345 properties, with the final paving work for the roads fully completed. She said that these projects confirm that continuous follow-up with the executive authorities is bearing fruit, and that municipal work does not stop when proposals are approved, but rather It will continue until implementation is completed. New Lawzi… a city awaiting the completion of its services. In another stop of the tour, Al-Watan stood with Al-Darazi in New Lawzi, where she confirmed that the area, despite more than eight years having passed since the delivery of housing units, still needs to complete a number of basic services. She said that the residents have been demanding for years the establishment of markets and shops that meet their daily needs, most notably the supermarket, bakery, laundry and various service shops, instead of being forced to go to neighboring areas. She added that she is following up closely. It is continuing with the competent authorities to complete the procedures for issuing documents for investment sites designated for services, and coordinating with the Housing Bank and the concerned authorities, in preparation for offering them for investment and establishing the required commercial facilities. She also indicated that the procedures for establishing the Coptic Maria Mosque, in addition to the Al-Mustafa Mosque project, are being followed up, as they are among the important community projects that the residents of the region need. She stressed that the region also needs playgrounds, open squares, and children’s play areas, to keep pace with the significant population growth it has witnessed over the past years. She stressed that the completion of these services will make New Al-Lawzi is an integrated residential city, not just a housing project that lacks facilities that support daily life. Partnership with government agencies. Al-Darazi confirmed that the projects achieved would not have been implemented without the existing cooperation with various government agencies, most notably the Ministry of Works, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Agriculture, the Northern Region Municipality, the Electricity and Water Authority, and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, in addition to the rest of the service agencies. She explained that periodic meetings, official correspondence, field visits, and daily follow-up contributed to advancing Many projects are in the implementation stages, although some files require time due to technical procedures or financial appropriations. She added that municipal work depends on true partnership with executive agencies, and that conveying the needs of citizens accurately and following them up continuously represents the basis of the success of municipal work. An integrated map of future projects. Al-Darazi stressed that her plans are not limited to sanitation projects, but rather include completing the final paving of roads, improving lighting networks, establishing rainwater drainage networks, and developing coastlines, gardens, paths, sidewalks, and parking lots, And afforestation and beautification projects. It is also following up on the establishment of commercial markets, government schools, health centers, mosques, sports and youth facilities, community councils, public transportation stations, and other services that keep pace with the population and urban growth witnessed by the district. At the conclusion of the tour, Zainab Al-Darazi confirmed that field work will remain the basis for following up on all files, stressing that she will continue coordination with various government agencies until the completion of existing projects, the approval of new projects, and accelerating their implementation, in a way that fulfills the aspirations of the people of the twelfth district and raises the quality of life. In its various regions, it translates development plans into concrete projects on the ground.
