Embu County Fiscal Strategy Paper 2014

Abstract

This Fiscal Strategy Paper, the first since the operationalization of the County Governments, sets out county policy goals and strategic priorities that will be the basis for formulation of County’s Financial Year 2014/15 budget and the Medium Term. The Paper is prepared in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act, 2012. The paper is being prepared at a time when significant progress has been made in operationalizing the County Government by appointing the County Executive, the County Public Service Board and operationalizing the County Assembly which are necessary institutions in facilitating effective service delivery in the County. The County priorities and goals outlined herein are based on the County Integrated Development Plan with emphasis on investment in: Agriculture and food security, Infrastructure, accessibility of water, accessible health care, education. These priorities shall form the basis for formulation of FY 2014/15 budget and the Medium Term. The paper therefore links county planning and policies to Budget which is the main objective of the Medium Term Expenditure Framework.