Brava City Council announces public hearings with the aim of getting closer to the people
Nova Sintra, October 4, 2025 (Bravanews) - In a statement, the Brava City Council stated that it is once again demonstrating its commitment to transparency and civic participation by announcing a series of Public Hearings with the Mayor, Amândio Semedo de Brito. The municipality believes this initiative aims to strengthen the relationship between the municipal executive and the citizens, providing a direct channel for residents to present their ideas, concerns, and proposals for the island's development.
The announcement underscores the municipality's desire to actively listen to the public, recognizing that Brava residents' collaboration and input are essential for more effective governance aligned with the community's real needs. "Public Hearings are a crucial tool for participatory democracy, allowing each citizen's voice to have a direct impact on the municipality's decisions and priorities," it wrote in a statement.
To ensure comprehensive coverage and facilitate the participation of residents in different parts of the island, President Amândio Semedo de Brito will hold hearings in two central locations and on different dates during the month of October:
October 15: The first meeting will take place in the city of Nova Sintra, the administrative and social heart of Brava.
October 22: The second hearing will be held in the village of Nossa Senhora do Monte, ensuring that the population of this important location also has direct access to the President.
Both sessions are scheduled for the morning period, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, a time slot expected to be accessible to a wide range of the population, including workers and residents who commute in the morning.
The City Council urges the public to seize this opportunity to engage in face-to-face dialogue with the President. This is the ideal time to discuss pressing issues such as infrastructure, basic sanitation, education, culture, sports, entrepreneurship, or any other topic that affects the daily lives of Brava residents. Active participation in these hearings is an essential step in shaping the island's future.
It's a platform for constructive criticism and where new solutions can emerge from direct exchanges between local authorities and citizens. Mayor Amândio Semedo de Brito reiterates his openness to hearing all suggestions aimed at improving the quality of life in Brava and boosting the municipality's socioeconomic development.
To ensure that the hearings are held in an organized and efficient manner and that each citizen has sufficient time to present their points, the City Council informs that participation is subject to prior appointment.
Those interested in speaking directly with the Mayor must register at the Brava City Council's One-Stop Shop. This ensures proper time management and allows the executive to prepare, if necessary, with relevant information on the topics to be discussed. The municipality encourages all residents not to leave their appointment until the last minute to guarantee their place in this important dialogue.
Sources close to the city council assure that the Public Hearings held by President Amândio Semedo de Brito represent a strong sign of proximity and civic responsibility, reinforcing the role of the Brava City Council as an entity serving the people.
