approval in the previous legislature Transfer Act Executive Powers of the municipalities is a milestone in national political history. Or rather, can be a milestone in the history of national politics. Depends on several assumptions are met, and above all, the start of the best. In this regard I would like to share some thoughts on a process in which great hopes for the future, and that has been resisted by pushing-and-some, for many years.
is important to remember that the project aims transferring powers and resources equivalent to at least 10% of state revenue, in compliance with a constitutional amendment approved almost 10 years. For the transfer is orderly, it was agreed that it will take place gradually, through laws passed 7 in as many years, which define the set of competencies, and resources necessary to pursue-that will be transferred to municipalities in each law.
There is, undeniably, some skepticism about the ability of municipalities to assume new responsibilities. But we have created a vicious circle that this law should be broken: not give resources to municipalities because they can not manage, but can not because they lack the necessary resources permit. In fact, we have no choice: it is difficult to find a developed country with weak local governments. If we make the qualitative leap towards development, we must resolutely implement the transfer of resources and powers to municipalities.
precisely because it is so important is that we must carry it out carefully. It is no exaggeration to say that the first law depends on the success of the entire transfer process, because if not done correctly could weigh arguments against the point of suspending the other six laws.
Fortunately the new government has made clear support for this initiative constitutes a profound transformation of the structure of public power. The appointment of a Minister of Decentralization and Strengthening Local is a success and confirms the democratic conviction of the President Chinchilla, who also believes that providing funding to local governments is to promote citizen participation not only in identifying areas requiring public intervention, but also in the definition of public policies necessary to implement this intervention.
Juan Marin's appointment as Minister is also a guarantee that things will be done knowingly: John not only is a successful former mayor who knows the reality municipal across the country, it is also a municipal conviction. Minister Marin has assumed political responsibility for defining the first bill in consultation and with the support of municipalities, which have responded enthusiastically, recognizing the historic opportunity they have. Because ultimately it is the mayors, mayors, mayors, regents and trustees for their part in the first instance to monitor this first law is realized, and the responsibility to bring to fruition in their villages.
is also important that this first law be specified in addition to the powers transferred, baseline indicators to assess the evolution in the quality of services being transferred. The ultimate goal and the premise behind this process is to provide resources to government agencies closest to the citizens, such as municipalities, will result in marked improvement in the quality and quantity of services provided. Therefore it is essential to have information on which to assess the impact of changes and course corrections where necessary. Because we can not afford to turn back.
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