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News| | Publish on Sat, 03/01/2025 - 06:09

Taxpayer delinquency hampering city – Mayor

Mayor of Georgetown, Alfred Mentore, along with Deputy Mayor Denise Bobb-Cummings, Coun-cillor Clayton Hinds, and City Finance Chairman, Lelon Saul, held a press conference yesterday to respond to statements made by General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Bharrat Jagdeo, during his weekly press briefing. The article Taxpayer delinquency hampering city – Mayor appeared first on Stabroek News.

Taxpayer delinquency hampering city – Mayor

Deputy Mayor Denise Bobb-Cummings echoed Mentore’s sentiments, stating that the City Council has been making every effort to work with taxpayers to address their outstanding debts, including setting up payment plans and offering assistance to those in financial hardship. She emphasized that the Council’s priority is to ensure that all residents have access to quality public services, and that the funds collected from taxes are crucial for the city’s development. Councillor Clayton Hinds also spoke out against Jagdeo’s comments, stating that the PPP should focus on constructive dialogue and cooperation with the City Council, rather than making unfounded accusations. He urged the opposition party to work together with the Council to find solutions to the city’s financial challenges. City Finance Chairman Lelon Saul provided detailed information on the city’s financial situation, explaining that the Council has been facing a deficit due to the high number of delinquent taxpayers. He stressed the importance of all residents fulfilling their financial obligations to ensure the sustainability of public services and infrastructure in Georgetown. In conclusion, Mayor Mentore reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to transparency and accountability in its financial management, and urged residents to cooperate in fulfilling their tax obligations for the betterment of the city. He also called on political leaders to refrain from making divisive and misleading statements that could hinder the city’s progress.

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