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Today, Governor James Orengo convened a consultative meeting with the County Assembly of Siaya, led by the Speaker Rt. Hon. George Okode, along with County Executive Committee Members, Chief Officers and Municipality Managers at the Governor\u2019s boardroom.<\/p>\n
Gov. Orengo outlined ongoing and proposed County Government projects, developed in collaboration with the National Government and development partners. These projects focus on the Blue Economy and maritime infrastructure at Usenge, Luanda K\u2019Otieno, Wich Lum, and Asembo Bay beaches. Additionally, he highlighted progress on National Government initiatives, including Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Phase II construction and the upgrade of Siaya County Referral Hospital. The hospital upgrade will include modern treatment facilities, an expanded accident and emergency wing, a large oxygen facility, an MRI center, enhanced cancer treatment services, and additional parking.<\/p>\n
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Governor Orengo emphasized the need for legislation to ensure financial autonomy for Bondo and Siaya municipalities, particularly to improve revenue collection and shield Bondo\u2019s management from undue influence. He called for robust laws to enhance revenue streams and secure financial independence for these municipalities.<\/p>\n
Reaffirming his full fitness and commitment, the Governor promised a renewed focus on rapid infrastructural development and continued support for development partners collaborating with Siaya County.<\/p>\n
He expressed gratitude to President William Ruto for deploying a technical team to outline plans for two key National Government projects: the hospital upgrade and the stadium\u2019s second phase. The stadium\u2019s enhancements include a helipad for dignitaries, an expanded pavilion with an additional 5,500 seats, flexible cantilever terrace designs, multiple changing rooms, and shatterproof glass for the VIP pavilion to accommodate presidential events and national commemorations.<\/p>\n
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In his concluding remarks, Governor Orengo praised Rt. Hon. Okode\u2019s steadfast leadership during his absence, noting that great opportunities await him for steering the county\u2019s development. The Governor also commended the County Executive led by the County Secretary Mr. Joseph Ogutu for their exceptional work during his brief absence.<\/p>\n
He urged both legislators and the executive to work toward realizing the \u201cNyalore dream\u201d for the betterment of Siaya County and beyond.<\/p>\n
Notable attendees included County Secretary Joseph Ogutu; CECMs Agunda Ochanda (Governance, Administration, and ICT), Dr. Edgar Otumba (Education, Gender, Youth Affairs, and Social Services), Prof. Jacquiline Oduol (Environment, Water, Irrigation, Climate Change, and Natural Resources), Sylvester K\u2019Okoth (Agriculture, Livestock, Food Security, and Blue Economy), Anjeline Oduor (Tourism, Sports, Culture, and Arts), and Grace Agola (Trade, Enterprise, Cooperatives, and Industrialization); Chief Officers led by Hon. Walter Okelo (Governance, Administration, and ICT), Richard Ogeda (Education and Training), Hon. Judith Oyugi (Gender, Youth Affairs, and Social Services), and Michael Oliech (Environment, Water, Irrigation, Climate Change, and Natural Resources); Municipality Managers Philip Wasonga ( Bondo), Linet Oyola ( Siaya), Chief Executive Officer of the Siaya County Public Service Board Mr. Wilfred Nyagudi, Deputy Speaker of the County Assembly of Siaya Hon. Oduor Odongo; Majority Leader Hon. Martin Edwin; and other County Government and Assembly officials.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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