Kisii Governor, James Ongwae has challenged members of the business community and the general public who have issues and grievances with the County Finance and Revenue Bills to forward the same through petitions to the Executive and the County Assembly, instead of engaging in street demonstrations.
Ongwae reminded aggrieved members of the public that resorting to street demonstrations was not an alternate mechanism of addressing their grievances with the County Government, and should instead follow laid down procedures and dialogue to find solutions to their grievances.
Speaking at Gusii Stadium during the official launch of the County's flag, Ongwae warned members of the public against being misused by selfish individuals to stage unnecessary street demonstrations over issues which can be solved through consultations and dialogue with the County administration.
“I am urging you good people of Kisii County to ensure you engage the county government through petitions over various issues which you feel are not done right, instead of staging public street demonstrations against my government,” stated Ongwae.
On poor public participation on matters budgetary process and development programmes, the governor assured members of the public that his administration will streamline its communication strategy, and ensure groups and stakeholders have been reached and brought on board to enhance efficient public participation in all issues affecting the area residents.