THE Honiara City Council (HCC) has passed its 2025 Budget worth $60,700,200.00 on Friday 13 December during its final sitting for this year.
The session concluded with the Sine Die Motion, where the Lord Mayor Cr Eddie Kasuteé Siapu expressed gratitude to fellow councilors, the HCC management team and staff for their dedication and unwavering support throughout 2024.
In his closing remarks, Lord Mayor Siapu emphasised the importance of the 2025 Budget in advancing Honiara’s development priorities and delivering essential services to its residents.
He commended the councilors for their collaborative efforts and commitment to ensuring a transparent and inclusive budget process.
“This budget represents our shared vision for a thriving, sustainable, and inclusive city,” Lord Mayor Siapu said.
“I am deeply grateful to our councilors, management, and staff of HCC for their tireless work and dedication to the people of Honiara. Your unwavering support and commitment have been instrumental in making this possible,” he added
The Lord Mayor also highlighted key achievements of HCC during the year and reaffirmed his commitment to addressing critical challenges in the city, including urban development, waste management and improvement of public services.
The passing of the 2025 Budget sets the stage for continued progress in Honiara as it is focused on enhancing infrastructure, promoting economic growth and fostering community well-being.
Lord Mayor Siapu said the HCC looks forward to working closely with stakeholders, development partners, and the community to implement the budget’s priorities and ensure a brighter future for all residents of Honiara.
- HCC/SOLSTAR