The US-led occupying forces in Iraq plansto disburse $10 million within the next three months for beautification projects in Baghdad.
Eligible types of improvements include the creation of city parks, rest areas, public squares, playgrounds, and recreation areas; installation and repair of lighting; erecting sculptures and mural paintings. Landscaping and the repair of sidewalks also fall under the 'Baghdad Beautiful' scheme.
Funding can pay for labor costs and materials such as park benches, shades, playground equipment, fountains, trees, plants, bicycle stands, vehicle and equipment hire, reported a press release.
Funding will be distributed equally to each of Baghdad’s nine Beladiyahs, which equals just over $1.1 million for each district. Work will begin as soon as projects have been identified and prioritized by the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA)’s Baghdad Central and contracts have been approved. — (menareport.com)
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