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    "content": "it possible for such initiative to be put into place. That legal framework and the resources as well make it very necessary for it to be put into place so that it is implemented. Over time, the initiative needs to be replicated in various counties, slowly, but surely. Initially, it can start with Nairobi. However, I know that in Mombasa County, there is already Mombasa Metropolitan Police service that has been operational. They have bought vehicles and hired police officers. It has helped to a large extent to address the problem of insecurity. Without security, everybody becomes worried. The productivity of the country goes down. This is something that is very critical and important. Under the Constitution, we balance between the functions and responsibilities from one level of government to another. That gives us a window in terms of trying to put these two levels of government to work in tandem and in such a way that is for the benefit of the citizens of Kenya. Various Articles have been quoted in this Motion. Article 186 which is the Schedule that specifies what should be done at the county and at the national Assembly. However, when Professor was moving this Motion, he said that these issues are not cast in stone. There is, through observations and looking at what has happened over time, possibilities of exploring. That is what devolution is all about. When devolution started, we did not know what route things would take. However, one year later, we are able, through experience, to look back and to change the way we want to do things. Therefore, such legislation comes at a very appropriate time. I would like to wrap up again in emphasizing that as we look at various cities and counties like Mombasa, Nairobi and Kisumu counties, such initiatives be extended to other counties. With those comments, I beg to support."
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