Council Approves Amendment To Evacuation Of Private Schools

Municipal Council unanimously approved an amendment to the evacuation process for private schools in private and model housing areas. Al-Rai Daily reported that Nasser Al-Jadaan proposed amending Clause Eight of the Council's decision to provide a more structured approach to the transfer and evacuation of these schools.

A new amendment requires private schools to vacate housing areas within three years of the date the decision was issued and approved by the Minister of State for Municipal Affairs. This amendment aims to address a previous loophole that allowed some schools to exploit the clause stating “until eviction and demolition” indefinitely.

By specifying a timeframe, the amendment ensures that schools will have adequate time to construct and equip alternative facilities. Al-Jadaan emphasized that the state has already allocated 14 sites in various investment areas, such as Jahra, Farwaniya, Fahaheel, and Mahboula, for the relocation of private schools.

It is encouraged that schools reach out to the Ministry of Finance in order to sign contracts and receive their allocated sites. Additionally, if schools wish to consider the distance for their students, they have the option to purchase land or vouchers in investment or commercial areas without any monetary charge.

There is also an amendment addressing the non-compliance of some schools. If these schools do not adhere to the decision, the municipality and concerned authorities have the right to cut off their electricity supply and forcibly evacuate them, treating them like any other violator.

According to Al-Jadaan, only three schools responded when the initial allocation decision was made in 2010. The remaining schools ignored the directive. Council President Abdullah Al-Mahri stated that the Council, along with its members, is dedicated to completing all transactions accurately in accordance with regulations and laws.

He stressed that the Council works closely with the municipality's executive branch to address proposals and inquiries promptly, ensuring compliance with the established legal frameworks. During its relatively short existence, the Council has successfully completed a majority of regulations that directly benefit citizens.

The government has also passed several laws aimed at easing the burdens on the public, following a citizen-centric philosophy. Al-Mahri emphasized that this approach will continue to shape the Council’s agenda in the coming period. Clause Eight of the Council's decision has been amended to ensure the orderly evacuation of private schools in housing areas. It aims to close existing loopholes and promote compliance with the decision. In the designated areas, the Council's unanimous approval signals a commitment to prioritize the interests of citizens and achieve a more streamlined, efficient educational infrastructure.

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