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Key Local Issues Raised in Latest Session

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Hamala Housing Delays

Residents in Hamala and nearby areas are still unable to begin building homes due to long-delayed road works and site preparation, despite owning plots of land.

During a Northern Municipal Council session, Mohammed Saad Al Doseri highlighted deteriorating infrastructure in areas such as Hamala 1010 and Jasra, saying repeated requests to the Ministry of Works have seen little progress due to budget constraints.

A formal recommendation has been submitted calling for urgent acceleration of road and infrastructure works to enable housing development.

Repeated flooding concerns

Blocked and poorly maintained rainwater drainage systems continue to affect areas such as Hamad Town, with residents facing recurring water accumulation after rainfall.

Northern Municipal Council member Abdulla Al Qubaisi raised the issue, saying repeated correspondence with authorities has not resulted in lasting solutions on the ground.

He said responsibility continues to shift between agencies, while drainage channels remain uncleared despite official assurances.

Call to Install ‘Sahel’ Waste Bag Dispensers A proposal has been made to install “Sahel” waste bag dispensers at a fuel station in Block 581, Salman City, to improve access to essential household supplies.

Mohammed Saad Al Doseri said the locations would offer residents a convenient way to obtain garbage bags during daily errands.

He stressed that expanding such services helps improve everyday living conditions, especially in growing residential areas.

Speed bump review

Residents in several neighbourhoods are calling for faster action on pending speed bump requests amid growing concerns over speeding vehicles in residential streets.

Abdullah Al Thawadi raised the issue in the Northern Municipal Council, stating that delays in implementation are leaving communities exposed to safety risks.

While officials stressed the need for technical standards and site inspections, members called for joint field visits to assess urgent cases.

Vandalism in public parks

Repeated vandalism at a Hamad Town park has raised concerns over the lack of security presence in public recreational areas.

Abdulla Al Qubaisi said the absence of a guard has contributed to ongoing damage to facilities, including children’s play areas.

Municipal officials confirmed repair works are underway but highlighted the financial burden caused by repeated destruction of public property.

The discussion also saw debate over accountability, with calls for stronger preventive measures rather than repeated repairs alone.