Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has urged his staff to up their game, especially in revenue collection to enable the county meet its objectives.
He held a staff meeting at the county headquarters in Kitale, where he asked them to serve with dedication and focus.
The governor said the county government has about 3,600 staff to serve the more than 1.2 million residents.
“As staff, you represent less that 0.03 per cent of the county populations and this shows you are among the few chosen ones to do the job on behalf of residents,” Natembeya said.
He cautioned the staff not to engage in sabotage of county operations because by so doing, they would be undermining themselves.
“if you sabotage the county, then don't think its Natembeya who will suffer. You will be working against yourself and the people of Trans Nzoia," the county chief said.
He said despite a few workplace challenges and financial hiccups, his administration has always ensured the staff earn their pay in good time.
Natembeya said by collecting more revenue, the staff would ensure residents enjoy better services.
The governor cautioned the staff to avoid engaging in corruption warning they would not enjoy benefits of ill-gotten wealth.
“You can never enjoy anything from stolen money or assets,” Natembeya said.
He urged them to rely on God’s guidance and help each other in times of need.
Natembeya is reviewing the performance of his county executives to help assess progress in meeting targets as per their contracts.
This move aims to assess the progress of various county departments in delivering on their contractual targets while identifying and addressing challenges that may hinder service delivery.
The county boss has directed the executives to present detailed reports outlining their achievements and challenges.
Governor Natembeya said the assessment is part of the performance contracts signed between him and the executives.
The contracts, he said, clearly outline specific development targets that each department must achieve within the financial year.
“This review is critical in ensuring we remain on course with our development agenda. It allows us to take stock of our progress, identify bottlenecks and make necessary adjustments for improved services,” Natembeya said.
The county chief said findings from the review will inform necessary policy adjustments to enhance efficiency and the assessment will also provide a roadmap for better governance and streamlined services.
The governor said his administration was keen to address the challenges that hinder residents from fighting off poverty, disease and illiteracy.
He said by properly using county resources residents would be empowered to engage in economic activities that would help them earn decent lives.
“If when do our work properly and invest the resources we have wisely, then we will be able to enable our people work hard and rise from challenges like poverty,” Natembeya said.
He said the county executives and other staff had no options but to serve residents effectively and meet their targets in all departments.
Natembeya said those not willing to work hard and meet their targets have the option of leaving.
