MLPS Presentation of the Steering Committee Session of 8 May 2015

Meeting of the Steering Committee
Reporting period: October 2014 – March 2015
8 May 2015
Modernization of Local Public
Services in the Republic of
Moldova
Implemented by

• Based on bilateral government negotiations Moldova-Germany
November 2009
• Duration 6 years: 1/2010 – 12/2015
• Main Institutional Counterparts: Ministry of Regional Development
and Construction and the Regional Development Agencies
• Total budget of ‘Modernization of Local Public Services in the RM’: EUR
23.8 million:
• German contribution: EUR12.6 million
• Government of Sweden - EUR 5.5 million
• Government of Romania - EUR 0.7 million
• European Union - EUR 5.0 million
• German Investment Support: EUR 7.3 million (Government of Germany)
Modernization of Local Public Services
in the Republic of Moldova
Implemented by

• Improvement of local public services delivery in
the Republic of Moldova, by supporting regional
and local actors in connecting local needs to
regional and national priorities.
General objective of the project
Implemented by

Intervention Area 1 – Local public services
Progress 1 October 2014 – 31 March 2015
Priorities for 1 April – 30 June 2015
Modernization of Local Public Services
Chisinau, 8 May 2015
Implementat de

• Planned activities lead to achieving the Result of
Intervention Area 1:
Local Public Authorities effectively
cooperate and manage improvements of
local public services (water supply and sanitation,
solid waste management and energy efficiency in
public buildings) in the selected
communities in pilot rayons
Basic Assumption
Implemented by

Main indicators:
• In 35 communities, 50% of the measures implemented in 3
priority sectors of the project have improved women's access
to local public services.
• LPAs have signed 70 formal agreements for joint provision of
local public services in 3 priority sectors of the project.
• 25 pilot measures planned to improve local public services
were implemented in 3 priority sectors of the project (WSS,
SWM, EE).
Implemented by

• A transfer of ownership on pilot projects at regional and local level was
conducted by signing the Memoranda of Understanding with partners for
6 investment projects in the 3 sectors (WSS, SWM, EE).
• Local Steering Committees were created and organized their first
sessions for each pilot project. Similarly, local project managers were
selected.
• A Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Moldovan Water
Supply Association (AMAC) and the Congress of Local Authorities of
Moldova (CALM).
Achievements
Implemented by

Progress achieved within pilot projects of IA1 for the period
1 January - 31 March 2015
Implemented by
Estimated % of overall
implementation (2010-2015)
85% 42% 52% 50% 75% 61%
78% 20% 53% 40% 45% 47%
60% N/A 5% 5% N/A N/A
90% 80% 75% 65% 65% 75%
50% 98% 45% 50% 45% 58%
37% N/A 56% 80% 25% 50%
50% N/A 25% 24% 14% 28%
69% 68% 51% 52% 53% 59%
100% 100%
2 3
EE Tătărăuca
Veche
Overall rating of progress
1 January - 31 March
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
100% 100% 100%
3
TOTAL
3 2 2 3 3
N/A
EE Nisporeni
3 N/A 2 2 2 2
EE Orhei
3 N/A 3 3
100%
2
SWM Flore tiș
3 3 1 2 3
4
SWM
oldăne ti iȘ ș ș
Rezina
4 2 2 2 4 3
WSS Leova
3 N/A 4 4 N/A
2
WSS Rî caniș
3 1 2 2 4 2
WSS Cahul
3 1 2 3 3
Field of activity CM TotalLPP IMC INV CD

Improvement of Water and Sanitation
Services in Riscani rayon
Improvement of Water and Sanitation
Services in Cahul rayon
Modernisation of Water Supply Public
Services in Leova rayon
Increasing Energy Efficieny in Orhei
Regional Hospital
Energy Efficient Street Lighting in
Tatarauca Veche commune, Soroca
rayon
Improvement of Solid Waste
Management in Floresti rayon
Improvement of Energy Efficiency in
Nisporeni Rayon Hospital
Harta sursă: MDRC
Improvement of Solid Waste
Management in Soldanesti and
Rezina rayons
Implemented by

Support Model
Comprehensive
Approach
… for enhanced
sustainability
Implemented by

• Support to LPAs from Cahul (4 LPA I) and Riscani (11 LPA I) rayons in
updating WSS Chapters from local plans.
• FS Leova finalised and approved by Leova RC; technical documentation
and specifications submitted for approval.
• Support provided to Floresti Rayon Council in developing SWM chapter of
SEDS.
• Support for 23 LPA 1 from Soldanesti and Rezina in updating SWM
Chapter from local plans.
• Support in developing the EE in public buildings Chapter from Orhei rayon
SEDS.
• Support in developing Energy Efficiency Programmes and the Action Plan
for public buildings from Orhei and Nisporeni rayons.
Local planning and programming - achievements
Implemented by

• Support activities for institutionalising a regional WSS service operator
in Cahul and Riscani rayons.
• 8 of 23 founders of JSC ‘Sanitation Soldanesti’ veered in the share
capital of the Company.
• Shares of JSC ‘Floresti Sanitation Services’ were issued and registered
by the National Commission for Financial Markets.
Inter-municipal cooperation - achievements
Implemented by

• Orhei Hospital: Re-launching for the 3rd time public procurement for external
heating networks; Prenatal block insulation; installing solar panels.
• Nisporeni Hospital: Postponing public procurement until the situation is clarified
on identifying resources for the ventilation system.
• The sanitation system in Rosu v.: Re-launching for the 3rd time public
procurement.
• Rehabilitation of drinking water purification plant in Cahul: Re-launching
public procurement for the 3rd time.
• The sanitation system in Duruitoarea veche: Re-launching public procurement
for the 2nd time.
• Reconstruction and modernization of waste water treatment station in
Costesti, Riscani: Bids are in the process of technical evaluation.
• Expansion of sanitation system in Costesti, Riscani: The contract is signed
with the company winning the tender and submitted for approval to the Public
Procurement Agency.
• Purchase of containers for Soldanesti; Floresti: The contract is submitted for
approval to the Public Procurement Agency.
Investments measures - achievements
Implemented by

• Workshops for the staff of SWM service operator in different areas of
management and administration are implemented.
• Operational Manual and business plan of the SWM service operator
approved by the Administration Council of JSC ‘Sanitation Soldanesti’.
• Operational Manual and Internal Regulation of SJSC ‘Floresti Sanitation
Services’ approved by the Administration Council.
Capacity Development of LPAs and Services Operators-
Achievements
Implemented by

• SWM Information campaign in Floresti and Soldanesti rayons - 70
thousand citizens.
• LCC held over 20 meetings with citizens in the localities covered by the
project.
• WSS awareness campaign launched in Riscani, Prut cluster;
• Organizing 15 public hearings with citizens when updating local plans in
Riscani and Cahul rayons.
Community mobilization - achievements
Implemented by

• The practical guide on effective street lighting in rural areas of Moldova
was finalized - 1000 copies.
• 16 rayon energy managers attended the theoretical part of the EUREM
training programme conducted by CCI RM.
• 6 training modules of WSS service operators are under development.
• WSS operators training in accounting - 80 participants.
• Practical Guide on Public Property Management was developed.
• 3 workshops on the development of public services through inter-
municipal cooperation were organized in micro-regions.
• Support in the organization of Women Mayor Day by CALM.
Cross-cutting aspects - achievements
Implemented by

• The need to promote economic benefits of inter-municipal cooperation
regarding the provision of services.
• The need for establishing a concept for the regionalization of services at
national level and the need for capacity development and continued support.
• Hesitation of local councils in approving regionalization of services and
creation of regional service providers.
• The need to develop the legal and regulatory framework regarding inter-
municipal cooperation for public services provision.
• Delaying the collection of information necessary for the development of EE
Programmes in Orhei, Nisporeni and Soroca rayons, because of LPA’s lack of
capacities and experience.
Main challenges in implementing pilot projects
Implemented by

• In the process of organizing public procurement of construction works, the
MLPS project has faced three main challenges:
• The quality of technical documentation prepared on behalf of LPAs;
• A relatively small number of bids that meet the formal requirements;
• Outdated rules and standards.
• Identifying local experts for the development of training materials in WSS
sector.
• Lack of institutional responsibility for the implementation of the legal
framework regarding the payment of set public service tariffs.
• In the development of SWM service areas, it is necessary a common
understanding by the Ministry of Environment and MRDC.
• The requirement of clarity on institutional commitment to launch the support
for EEF projects.
Main challenges in implementing pilot projects
Implemented by

SUPPORT for RDA and LPA:
• Update the SWM chapter from local plans in 23 LPA Soldanesti.
• Develop EE Programmes in Orhei, Nisporeni and Soroca.
• Launching public procurement for Leova-Iargara water pipe.
• Monitoring the implementation of construction works in pilot projects.
• Creating Cahul regional operator.
• Organise 2 trainings in partnership with AMAC for 15 WSS operators.
• Support to AMAC and 30 WSS service operators from RM to participate
in EXPO APA Bucharest in June 2015.
• Conducting the information campaign in Prut cluster.
Priorities for the period 1 April – 30 June 2015
Implemented by

Modernization of Local Public Services in
the Republic of Moldova
Intervention area 2 – Regional planning and programming
Implemented by

• Planned activities lead to achieving the Result of
Intervention area 2:
Regional and local public authorities effectively plan
strategic investments in selected priority sectors:
energy efficiency in public buildings (EE); solid
waste management (SWM); water supply and
sanitation (WSS); regional and local roads (RLR).
Basic assumption
Implemented by

Activity sectors
Implemented by

Regional sector planning
• Regional sector programmes (RSP) developed and
approved:
• Energy Efficiency in public buildings - 3
• Solid waste management - 2
• Water supply and sanitation - 3
• Regional and Local Roads - 3
• RSP were developed through a broad participatory
process under the auspices of MRDC and RDAs and is
a result of joint efforts.
Implemented by

Sector Possible Project
concepts
Viable Project
Concepts
Energy efficiency in public
buildings
33
13 (developing) +
2 hospitals (GIS)
Solid waste management 6 3 (developing)
Water supply and
sanitation
33
12 approved by the Inter-
ministerial Commission for
development (February
2015)
Regional and local roads 26 identified corridors
To be reviewed and
prioritized by the inter-
ministerial Commission
RSP implementation/projects’ development
Implemented by

Sector
Regional sector
working groups
meetings
Formation of
project working
groups
Project working
groups
meetings
Study visits
Energy efficiency
in public buildings
A: 6
B: 6/C: 0
A: 0
B: 13/C: 8
A: 0
B: 26/C: 13
A: 0
B: 1/C: 0
Solid Waste
Management
A: 4
B: 6/C: 0
A: 3
B: 0/C: 0
A: 7
B: 9/C: 1
A: 3
B: 1/C: 0
Water Supply and
Sanitation
A: 6
B: 6/C: 3
A: 0
B: 12/C: 3
A: 0
B: 33/C: 3
A: 0
B: 1/C: 0
Regional and
local roads
A: 12
B: 6/C: 0
A: 0
B: 12/C: 0
A: 0
B: 24/C: 0
A: 0
B: 1/C: 0
*A – 2014 (currentl); B – 2015 (planned); C - Q1, 2015 (current)
Capacity building
Implemented by

Overview of the progress achieved within IA2 during the period
1 January – 31 March, 2015
Implemented by
Estimated %of overall
implementation (2010-2015) 100% 70% 65% 78%
implementation (2010-2015) 100% 50% 75% 75%
implementation (2010-2015) 100% 30% 55% 62%
implementation (2010-2015) 100% 40% 60% 67%
implementation (2010-2015) 60% N/A 60% 60%
92% 48% 63% 68%
CPSS
4 N/A 4 4
1 January-31 March
TOTAL
4 3 3 3
1 January-31 March
RLR
4 3 1 3
1 January-31 March
WSS
N/A 4 3 4
1 January-31 March
EE
in public
buildings
N/A 3 2 3
1 January-31 March
SWM
N/A 3 3 3
1 January-31 March
Activity Area/
RSP PD CD Total
IA2

• Measuring the satisfaction level of LPAs involved in regional/local
planning and programming regarding the facilitation of this process by
the Regional Development Agencies.
• Evaluation of awareness related to the regional development process in
general and of the activities carried out in this field by the main actors in
particular (MRDC, RDA, RDC).
• Measuring the information level regarding this regional development
process, identifying the interest for information and of best ways of
information.
* http://serviciilocale.md/public/files/sondaj/2015_02_03_Raport_final_sondaj_CIVIS_RO_46.pdf
Satisfaction Survey* - goals
Implemented by

• Most respondents (direct and indirect beneficiaries) consider that the
regional development process is carried out in a positive direction, while the
regionalization provides a more efficient handling of national and foreign
investments in the country.
• There is an increase in the satisfaction level of the direct beneficiaries with
regard to RDA performance in the last two years. The LPAs involved in
regional planning and programming are generally satisfied with how RDA
facilitates the regional development process (66%).
• Also, a number of deficiencies were identified which have to be considered
for the future (more transparency is required in the management of financial
sources; there is a need to develop mechanisms of cooperation between
LPA at different levels; exclusion of the prevailing of political factors in
decision making; a better information of the indirect beneficiaries, etc.).
Survey results – assessment of regional
development process
Implemented by

Objectives to be achieved by the end of 2015
Implemented by

Implemented by
Project
conceptualisation
Project
conceptualisation
Project outline
design
Project outline
design
Project
elaboration
Project
elaboration
Project
finalisation
Project
finalisation
2
VPCPPC RTG
0 1 3 4
Note: PPC = Posible Project Concept; VPC = Viable Project Concept; RTG = Ready To Go ProjectNote: PPC = Posible Project Concept; VPC = Viable Project Concept; RTG = Ready To Go Project
Financing
needs /
investments
Project development process

Estimated value of investments for the funding of
selected projects
Sector
Documentation
Number of
projects (with
the perspective
of becoming
projects to be
implemented)
EUR million
(indicative
value)
Energy
efficiency in
public
buildings
Development of documentation equal to
feasibility studies in conformity with standards
established by the GIZ Construction
Department.
13 11,8
Solid Waste
Management
Pre-feasibility phase is covered by the regional
sector programmes. Development phase
includes feasibility studies, analysis of impact on
environment and conceptual blueprint.
3 26,1
Water supply
and sanitation
Development phase includes feasibility studies,
Environmental Management Plan and
conceptual blueprint.
12 25
Regional and
local roads
Development phase includes the equivalent of
the feasibility study, Environmental
Management Plan and conceptual blueprint.
12 x 15 km
(180km)
40
40 102,9
Implemented by

• Organization of workshops with RSWG and of project working
groups meetings for each sector.
• Support in development of projects and project portfolio
management.
• Promoting to the donor community the ideas / concepts of regional
projects identified in RSP.
• Assistance in strategic planning at national and regional levels.
• Support in the development of regional operational plans
(consultation on the integration and promotion of projects identified
in RSP, evaluation of technical designs and funding applications,
etc.).
• Environmental Impact Analysis; social and gender aspects.
Planned activities
Implemented by

Main challenges
• The need to advocate for a politically structured dialogue,
coordinated on a national / regional / local levels, as well as
in relations with the development partners.
• Fragmented funding sources, the requirement to harmonize
priorities of the regional sector programmes with donor
expectations.
• Continuous need for capacity building of RDA in identifying,
developing and managing of projects and development of
human capital.
• Poorly developed inter-municipal cooperation.
Implemented by

Question and Answers
Implemented by

Modernization of local public services
Interdisciplinary issues
Implemented by

In close cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry:
• Cooperation Agreements between RDAs and CCI branches in Orhei, Hincesti and
Soroca were signed.
• An annual action plan for each development region was approved.
• The Chamber of Commerce and Industry updated the database of the sector
enterprises.
• 244 economic operators from 3 development regions took part in 9 training and
information sessions on ‘SME Capacity building regarding public procurement issues”
• A Guide on public procurement for the private sector was developed.
• 2 study visits to Poland and Germany were organised in order to get acquainted with
the public procurement system and establish relationships with companies advanced
in environmental and energy efficiency technologies.
Complementary Private Sector Support - achievements
Implemented by

• Organization of the national conference ‘Cross-border Cooperation:
achievements and perspectives for the Republic of Moldova’.
• Finalization of the documents necessary for the establishment of internal and
management control system aimed at cross-border cooperation programmes for
2014-2020.
• The following courses were organised for LPAs I and II:
• Planning and Programming at local and regional level (2 courses).
• Regional development (2 courses).
• Leadership development in the public administration (2 courses).
• The following courses were organised for the APA, MRDC and RDA trainers:
• Regional development: conceptual framework and examples of best practices.
• Regional Marketing – regional development tool.
Academy of Public Administration (APA) - achievements
Cross-border Cooperation - achievements
Implemented by

Capacity development in the field of communications
Achievements
•A study visit to Estonia was organised for communications specialists from MRDC and
RDAs.
•44 MRDC and RDAs officials were trained how to use an operational communication
mechanism.
•The promotional materials for the ‘Building the future at home’ Campaign were
developed.
•Talk shows on regional development were held on Radio Moldova and Radio Chisinau
supported by the Independent Press Association (IPA).
•The MRDC Communication Strategy for 2015-2018 was developed and is in the process
of internal consultation.
•By MRDC Order, the application of SIADR - an information management system was
piloted and established in the 3 RDAs.
•The capacity building of MRDC and RDA representatives in the field of communication on
regional development issues was continued.
Implemented by

• The final report on integration of RBM issues into the M&E system on national and
regional level was completed and presented/approved by MRDC/RDA.
• 2 workshops in the RBM field for MRDC, RDA, LPA I and II representatives were
organised, during which assistance was provided in applying the RBM for 7 pilot
projects in the 3 sectors (WSS, SWM and EE in public buildings).
• The ToR for the evaluation of the NSRD for 2013-2015 and RDS for 2010-2016, were
developed, agreed with MRDC representatives and published. The winning company
was selected. The evaluation process is initiated.
• The ToR for the development of the new NSRD for 2016-2020 were prepared, agreed
with MRDC representatives and published. The winning company was selected. The
development process is initiated.
Monitoring and results based evaluation (RBM)
Achievements:
Implemented by

Overview on the progress achieved within IA2, interdisciplinary
issues, during October 2014 – March 2015 period
Implemented by
86% 82% 90% 75% 70%
4 4 3 4 4
1 January- 31 March 2015
Intervention Area 2
APA CBC Communication M&E
Inter-disciplinary
aspects of the RD

• Trainings and information activities in the field of public procurement for the private
sector representatives.
• Organisation of two trainings on leadership development for local public
administration representatives.
• Implementation of the model course ‘Funding of the regional development
measures’ for the Academy of Public Administration – using the call of proposals of
the Territorial Cooperation Programme Republic of Moldova - Ukraine, funded under
the Eastern Partnership.
• Distribution of the communication campaign promotional materials.
• Carrying out of thematic talk shows on radio and TV, development and broadcasting
of promotional reports with IPA support.
• Approval of communication strategy and continuous advice in its implementation.
• Activities to support MRDC in the evaluation of the NSRD/RDS and development of
new policies in the regional development field.
Main interdisciplinary issues planned
for April – June 2015
Implemented by

General conclusions and
recommendations
Implemented by

• Promoting a consistent message of the Government of the Republic of
Moldova to the donor community and development banks with regard to the
relevance of the Regional Sector Programmes – both for regions and sector
ministries.
• In case of pilot projects it is recommended that RDAs take over the
implementation of the projects according to the Model of Efficient Public
Service based on the 5 pillars and the Memorandum of Understanding.
• It is recommended that the State Chancellery keeps developing the legal
and regulatory framework, as well as the operational tools for the
regionalisation of public services, especially the water supply and sanitation
and solid waste management.
• Facilitation of the participation of international companies in public
procurement procedures by excluding the discriminatory factors.
Conclusions and recommendations
Implemented by

• It is recommended that MRDC synchronizes the national standards and
regulations in construction with the relevant European standards as soon as
possible.
• It is recommended that MRDC together with relevant institutions promote the
establishment of efficient procedures/tools for the organisation of tax and fee
collection for public services based on cost recovery and taking into
consideration the penalties on local level.
• It is recommended that Ministry of Economy, MRDC, MLPS Project and
Sweden Embassy jointly decide on if / how to proceed with the support
proposed for the Energy Efficiency Fund.
Conclusions and recommendations
Implemented by

Questions and Answers
Implemented by

• MLPS Progress Report No. 12 can be accessed on: http
://serviciilocale.md/doc.php?l=ro&idc=69&id=1112&t=/Rapoarte-de-
progres/Raport-de-progres-nr-12-octombrie-decembrie-2014-proiect
• MLPS Progress Report No. 13 can be accessed on:
http://serviciilocale.md/libview.php?l=ro&idc=69&id=1114&t=/Rapoarte-
de-progres/Raport-de-progres-nr-13-ianuarie-martie-2015-proiect
• Regional Sector Programmes can be accessed on:
http://serviciilocale.md/pageview.php?l=ro&idc=94&id=694&t=/Cadru-
legal-si-institutional/Dezvoltare-regionala/Programe-Regionale-
Sectoriale/
• Work Plan for 2015 can be accessed on:
http://serviciilocale.md/public/files/2014_12_22_MLPS_Annual_Plan_2
015_LB_RO.pdf
Key documents for the SC Meeting
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its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable
development.
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