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In Anticipation of a Potential Ceasefire Agreement

Gaza Municipality Discusses Street Reopening and Rubble Removal Plan with Neighborhood Committees

In anticipation of a potential ceasefire and a temporary halt to the ongoing war of extermination, Gaza Municipality held a meeting with representatives of neighborhood committees to discuss its plan for street reopening and rubble removal. The initiative aims to facilitate the safe return of displaced residents to their homes, particularly in the city’s eastern neighborhoods.

The meeting took place at the municipal garage and was attended by Municipal Council Member Mustafa Qaza’at, several representatives of neighborhood committees, and a team of municipal specialists. Discussions focused on cooperation mechanisms between the municipality and neighborhood committees, the resources and equipment required for street reopening, and potential partnerships with the private sector to support implementation.

Council Member Qaza’at explained that the municipality faces immense challenges due to a lack of equipment and critical fuel shortages needed to operate machinery and public service facilities. He also highlighted the extensive destruction caused by the ongoing aggression.

Participants emphasized the importance of collective efforts between the municipality and neighborhood committees to ensure the safe and organized return of residents. They called for urgent support to enable municipal teams to perform their duties in cooperation with local communities, as part of broader efforts to encourage civic engagement and community-based initiatives.

Qaza’at noted that the first phase of the street reopening plan will focus on the eastern parts of the city, which have experienced repeated incursions by occupying forces. These include the neighborhoods of Shuja’iya, East Tuffah, Al-Daraj, East Zeitoun, and the Old City, all of which have sustained extensive damage. The plan will later expand to include the western areas of Gaza City.

During the meeting, municipal officials presented a detailed outline of the street reopening strategy, including the types of equipment needed, an implementation timeline, evaluation mechanisms, and the criteria for prioritizing affected streets. They confirmed that field assessment visits will begin as soon as a ceasefire takes effect, with neighborhood committees participating to help determine work priorities in accordance with the plan’s guidelines.

Participants underscored the need to engage residents in each neighborhood by designating temporary debris collection sites and appointing local representatives to coordinate cleanup efforts with municipal teams. This step is crucial to ensure consistent monitoring and evaluation of the ongoing work.

The attendees agreed on the importance of enhancing cooperation and coordination among the municipality, neighborhood committees, and all sectors of society to accelerate street reopening efforts and alleviate the impact of the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in the city. They appealed to local and international organizations to urgently provide the necessary support to the municipality, enabling it to restore vital services, reopen roads, and facilitate the movement of residents throughout Gaza City.