Choma town clerk Golden Banda says financial problems have made it difficult for the local authority to implement the street naming project in the town.
Mr Banda says the project which was approved by the full council meeting will only
be implemented when funds are available.
Responding to concerns raised by members of the District Development Committee on
delays to put up street names i the town, Mr Banda, explained that the matter was
still alive and would be implemented as soon as funds were sourced.
He said the council was currently facing difficulties in raising the projected
revenue to sustain operations because of an outdated valuation roll which does not
capture most modern buildings that attract payment of rates.
Mr Banda said the council has however submitted to the relevant authorities the
proposed valuation roll for approval.
He said once the new valuation roll is approved, the local authority will widen its
revenue base and be able to provide the much needed services to the residents.
The town clerk assured residents the local authority will strive hard to meet their
expectations.
