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"content": "DEPLORABLE CONDITION OF MLOLONGO-QUARRY- KATANI ROAD IN MACHAKOS COUNTY"
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"content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 44(2(c), I rise to request for a statement from the Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure regarding the deplorable condition of Mlolongo-Quarry-Katani Road in Machakos County. Hon. Speaker, road infrastructure is a critical enabler for national development. It is therefore imperative that construction of road infrastructure adheres to principles of durability in order to guarantee longevity and sustained functionality of roads. Regrettably, the Mlolongo- Quarry-Katani Road stands as a stark example of a deficiency in the principle of durability of road infrastructure. Despite its relatively recent construction spanning barely five years, the road has alarmingly deteriorated. In fact, some sections of the road began failing during and immediately after its construction, thereby casting doubt on the quality of works. Mlolongo-Quarry-Katani Road is a crucial road that not only links Mombasa Road to Utawala, but also services the quarries in Katani where construction materials, including those being used by the Government to construct affordable housing projects, are transported. The road is currently riddled with large potholes, eroded lanes and frequent flooding, especially during the ongoing rainy season, rendering it impassable. Further, the overflow of storm water from the Mlolongo-Quarry-Katani Road due to a failed drainage system has caused flooding in homes and business premises alongside the road. The deplorable state of the said road and other nearby roads such as Joska-Sunshine-Muthwani Road, Syokimau-Katani Link Road and Mwananchi-Syokimau-Katani Road has caused frustration to motorists and residents, some of whom are marooned in their homes. Hon. Speaker, it is against this background that I seek a statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure on the following: 1. Could the Chairperson provide a report on the approved designs for Mlolongo- Quarry-Katani Road, including the road profiles, drainage and lightings, and whether the design adhered to the principle of durability and sustainability for roads serving heavy trucks? 2. Clarify whether the construction of the named road conformed to the approved design; outline the contents of the inspection report for the road and confirm whether a completion certificate was issued and if so, explain why the road failed within five years of construction. 3. What plans has the Ministry, through the Kenya Urban Roads Authority, put in place to urgently reconstruct the dilapidated Mlolongo to Katani Road, tarmac the Mwananchi-Syokimau-Katani Road and Joska-Sunshine-Muthwani Road and repair the Syokimau-Katani Link Road? 4. State the timelines for reconstruction and maintenance of the named roads so as to restore them to a motorable state. Thank you, Hon. Speaker. The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor"
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"content": "Thank you, Hon. Kamene. The Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure."
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"speaker_name": "Ndia, UDA",
"speaker_title": "Hon. George Kariuki",
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"content": " Hon. Speaker, we require two or three weeks to respond."
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"content": "You have two weeks. Leader of the Majority Party, give your Thursday Statement"
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"content": "BUSINESS FOR THE WEEK OF 29TH APRIL TO 3RD MAY 2024"
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"speaker_name": "Kilifi North, UDA",
"speaker_title": "Hon. Owen Baya",
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"content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. This is the usual Thursday Statement by the Leader of the Majority Party. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(a), I rise to give the following Statement on behalf of the House Business Committee, which met on Tuesday, 23rd April 2024, to prioritise the business for consideration during the week. Hon. Speaker, with regard to the business scheduled for Tuesday next week, the House is expected to undertake the Committee of the whole House on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The House will also continue with the Second Reading of the following Bills, should they not be concluded today: 1. The Statute Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, 2023; and, 2. The Land Laws (Amendment) (No.2) Bill, 2023. Additionally, debate will also be undertaken on the following Motions, should they not be concluded today: 1. Report on consideration of the Public Finance Management (Kenya Millennium Development Fund) Regulations, 2024; of which there is a request for re- organisation of the Order Paper so that it comes early and we dispose of it because of its urgency. 2. Reports of the Auditor-General on the National Government Constituencies Development Fund for nine constituencies in Bungoma County; 3. Reports of the Auditor-General on the financial statements of specified state corporations; 4. Report on consideration of a Public Petition on funds spent contrary to the provisions of Article 223 of the Constitution; 5. Report on enhancing reporting of parliamentary business on online platforms; 6. Report on an inspection visit to the semi-autonomous institutions of the East African Community in Uganda; 7. Report on the implementation status of reports on Petitions and Resolutions passed by the House; 8. Report on alleged unfair trade practices by foreign investors in Kenya; and, 9. Report on an inquiry into the maize flour subsidy programme for the Financial Year 2022/2023. Hon. Speaker, as Members will note, next week on Wednesday shall be a public holiday. In this regard, I wish to inform the House that the Cabinet Secretaries that were scheduled to appear before the House that day to answer Questions from Members have been rescheduled to a later date. As I conclude, allow me to reiterate my appreciation to Members and Committees for the active participation which has seen the conclusion of several key items in the last few weeks. I also wish to remind Hon. Members that the House is scheduled to proceed on a month- long recess next week. As such, the Members should note that the House may be required to The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor"
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"speaker_name": "Kilifi North, UDA",
"speaker_title": "Hon. Owen Baya",
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"content": "sit longer or have additional sittings on some days to conclude any urgent matters before proceeding on the long recess. Hon. Speaker, we have several matters that are of national importance that we must conclude. Therefore, when we request Members that we sit for longer hours or we add extra Sittings, we expect and ask Members to help us do that. Hon. Speaker, the House Business Committee shall reconvene on Tuesday, 30th April 2024 to schedule business for the rest of that week. I now wish to lay this Statement on the Table of the House. Thank you for giving me the opportunity."
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"content": "Thank you, Hon. Owen. Next Order."
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