Women in Local Decision-Making: How Much of a Voice Do They Have in the Municipality of Tetovo?
The new Tetovo Municipal Council includes 11 women out of a total of 31 councilors. However, research shows that the presence of women on electoral lists and in decision-making bodies does not automatically translate into equal influence on policymaking. When discussing women’s participation in local politics, the number of elected women is merely the starting […]
In the event of an emergency: how much money does Tetovo have for protection and rescue?
The Municipality of Tetovo has allocated over 31 million denars for protection, rescue, and crisis management in 2026. But where does this money go? How much is earmarked for equipment, training, and field response, and how much for shelters? When a flood, fire, earthquake, or landslide occurs, the citizen’s question is usually simple: Are we […]
Where does the money from local taxes in the Municipality of Tetovo come from, and where does it go?
The property tax we pay, along with local fees and other charges, is part of the funds the Municipality of Tetovo uses to finance its operations and public services. But how much revenue does the Municipality collect, where does it come from, and where does it go? When discussing municipal finances, it is important to […]
What does the Municipality of Tetovo plan for the environment in 2026?
From subsidies for inverter air conditioners and bicycles to the development of a Local Environmental Action Plan, a green cadastre, and measures for cleaner air, here is what the Municipality of Tetovo’s program entails, the planned funding, and what has been achieved so far. The Municipality of Tetovo has adopted the Program of Activities for […]
Investments in rural and road infrastructure in Tetovo in 2026
Streets, water supply, and sewerage: what has been completed and what is still underway? Road and utility infrastructure was one of the more visible areas of investment for the Municipality of Tetovo during 2026. Based on municipal announcements, information provided by Mayor Biljal Kasami, official documents, and infrastructure project reports, numerous interventions involving streets, water […]
Simplified public procurement: Where does the Municipality of Tetovo’s money go?
When the Municipality of Tetovo plans to build a school, reconstruct a street, build a sewage system or invest in a sports facility, the funds go through public procurement procedures. For citizens, these procedures often seem complex, with documents, tables, values and technical terms. But, in essence, the question is simple: How much money is […]
Get to know our Muicipality: How does the Municipality of Tetovo finance youth programs?
How does the Municipality of Tetovo spend funds for youth programs? Young people are an important part of every local community. They are the future bearers of economic, social, and cultural development, which is why municipalities have an obligation to create conditions for their active participation in community life. One of the ways in which […]
Get to know our Municipality: How does the Budget of the Municipality of Tetovo function?
The budget of the Municipality of Tetovo is the most important financial document adopted each year by the Municipal Council. It determines all revenues expected to be generated during the year, as well as the manner in which these funds will be spent to provide public services and implement projects of interest to citizens. In […]
Get to know our municipality: How do the sectors in the Municipality of Tetovo function? (Part II)
In the first part of this guide, we introduced the organization of the municipal administration and presented the first five sectors of the Municipality of Tetovo. They cover important areas such as coordination of the activities of the mayor, legal affairs, financial operations, administrative support and urban planning. However, the municipal administration also covers other […]
Get to know our Municipality: How do the sectors in the Municipality of Tetovo function? (Part I)
In the previous text, we explained how the Municipality of Tetovo is organized, how the Mayor and the Municipal Council are elected, how decisions are made and what is the role of the municipal administration. However, the administration does not function as a single institution. It is organized into specialized sectors, with each sector having […]