Soufyan el Boulahiati (alderman)
An alderman is a political office holder who is responsible for a specific policy area within a municipality. They work together with the mayor and aldermen and the municipal council to implement policy and improve services to residents. They are responsible for implementing the decisions of the municipal council and policy proposals.
The portfolios of aldermen can vary depending on the size and specific needs of a municipality. Below are a number of common policy areas covered by aldermen:
- Finance: responsible for the municipality's budget and expenditures.
- Spatial planning: responsible for developing and implementing policy in the areas of urban planning, construction, and housing.
- Economy: responsible for promoting economic growth and employment in the municipality.
- Education: responsible for policy and implementation of education in the municipality.
- Social affairs: responsible for policy and implementation in the areas of healthcare, welfare, and social services.
- Safety: responsible for improving safety and public order in the municipality.
- Infrastructure: responsible for implementing policy in the areas of traffic, transportation, and roads.
This list is not exhaustive, and portfolios may vary depending on the municipality.
