Siaya residents have one week to submit memoranda and influence the county’s development priorities for the coming financial year.
Siaya, Kenya – The County Assembly of Siaya has officially opened public participation on the proposed Siaya County Annual Development Plan (CADP) for 2026/2027, giving citizens until Friday, January 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to submit written memoranda.
In a notice issued by Clerk of the County Assembly Eric Ogenga, the Assembly emphasized compliance with the Public Finance Management Act, 2012, which requires the County Executive to submit the development plan by September 1 each year and mandates public involvement in the approval process.
The move fulfills Article 196(1)(b) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, which guarantees public participation in county legislative processes, particularly those affecting budget and planning.
Residents, stakeholders, and interested parties are invited to review the proposed CADP and submit their views to the County Assembly Committee on Budget and Appropriations.
How to access the plan and submit feedback:
– Download the full proposed Siaya County ADP 2026/2027 from the official Assembly website: siayaassembly.go.ke
– Obtain a physical copy from the Office of the County Assembly Clerk in Siaya
Memoranda can be submitted via:
– Email: clerk@siayaassembly.go.ke
– Hand delivery to the County Assembly Buildings, Siaya
– Post: Clerk of the County Assembly, P.O. Box 7 – 40600, Siaya
“This is a critical opportunity for Siaya residents to directly shape the county’s development agenda,” the notice states, underscoring the legal requirement for public views before the Assembly can approve the plan.
With the deadline fast approaching, the County Assembly is urging swift action from the public to ensure diverse voices are heard in the 2026/2027 development blueprint.
For more details, visit siayaassembly.go.ke or contact the Office of the Clerk.
