City Council gets two trucks to help manage waste

The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development on Friday handed over two new trucks to the Georgetown Mayor and City Council to strengthen the city’s capacity to manage solid waste and enhance the overall delivery of municipal services.

Deputy Permanent Secretary (Administration) of the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Dr. Josh Kanhai, led the official handing-over ceremony.

The new trucks form part of the ministry’s continued efforts to support municipalities in building their operational capacity and ensuring the efficient delivery of essential public services. In brief remarks, Dr. Kanhai underscored the importance of strong collaboration between central government and local authorities in achieving sustainable urban development and maintaining a clean, healthy capital city.

Mayor Mentore, in expressing appreciation to the Ministry, noted that the addition of these trucks will greatly assist in addressing some of the city’s longstanding waste management challenges, while improving the overall environment for residents and visitors alike.