Norton's council is making big promises about leveling up. The local authority has aligned its planning with national development goals, aiming for an empowered community. Acting public relations officer Leeroy Kaponda stated their mission involves providing affordable services and stakeholder collaboration. A key objective involves pursuing official municipality status from the national government.
The council plans to initiate that formal application process. Kaponda noted the acquisition of a fire tender and an ambulance already. Construction of a civic center is also planned to meet the upgrade requirements. Norton believes it should be classified as a municipality given its established history.
Officials aim to procure more service delivery equipment soon. Specific targets include traffic vehicles to manage congestion at the Katanga shopping centre. Additional road maintenance vehicles are also needed for infrastructure upkeep. These steps form part of a broader strategic plan focusing on service standards.
The council plans to initiate that formal application process. Kaponda noted the acquisition of a fire tender and an ambulance already. Construction of a civic center is also planned to meet the upgrade requirements. Norton believes it should be classified as a municipality given its established history.
Officials aim to procure more service delivery equipment soon. Specific targets include traffic vehicles to manage congestion at the Katanga shopping centre. Additional road maintenance vehicles are also needed for infrastructure upkeep. These steps form part of a broader strategic plan focusing on service standards.
