Monitoring matrix
| No. | Monitoring criterion | Status | Description & comments | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I. Implementation of the monitored measure | ||||
| 1.1 | Budget funds allocated in the municipality's 2026 budget for implementing the measure | No | The budget does not indicate that funds have been allocated for this purpose. The implementation of this activity is carried out in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science and the Government. No budget line allocating funds for this measure was identified in the Municipality’s budget. | Meeting with municipal representatives on April 1, 2026 written confirmation via email from a councilor in the municipality on May 5, 2026 municipal budget (https://opstinakiselavoda.gov.mk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/budzet-2026.pdf) |
| 1.2 | Public procurements planned and/or carried out in relation to the measure | No | Eurothink submitted a request for access to public information to the Municipality of Kisela Voda regarding public procurements; however, no response has been received to date. No other information on this matter is publicly available. | Project team |
| 1.3 | The necessary preconditions for carrying out activities related to the measure are in place (e.g. permits, preparatory activities, staff, etc.) | No | Eurothink submitted a request for access to public information to the Municipality of Kisela Voda, and a response is still pending. | Project team |
| 1.4 | Concrete activities related to the measure are being implemented | Yes | The implementation of the measure is in an advanced stage. During a field visit conducted by the Eurothink team, consisting of two observers, It was noted that the foundations and pillars had been constructed. Photographs were also taken during the visit. | Meeting with municipal representatives held on April 1, 2026 Email confirmation from a municipal representative received on May 5, 2026 Field visit by Eurothink observers conducted on May 15, 2025. |
| II. Transparency and accountability of the municipality/institution | ||||
| 2.1 | The municipality (i.e. the responsible institution) regularly shares information about the measure on its website and social media | No | The Municipality has no announcements regarding the implementation of this measure; information was only shared on the Mayor's Facebook profile. | (20+) ⚽️🏀New sports hall for... - Beti Stamenkoska Trajkoska | Facebook |
| 2.2 | The municipality (i.e. the competent institution) responds to requests for public information submitted about the specific measure | No | Eurothink has not yet received responses to the submitted requests for access to public information; however, a municipal representative confirmed that responses would be provided. | Contacts with representatives of the municipality |
| 2.3 | The municipality (i.e. the responsible institution) shares information about the measure at the request of stakeholders through meetings, interviews, gatherings, etc. | Yes | Eurothink held a meeting with two municipal representatives (councilors), who contacted us after receiving our requests for access to public information. The meeting was held in April at the Municipality’s premises. The three-member Eurothink team, consisting of two observers and the coordinator, presented a list of activities of interest. A positive response was received regarding future communication; however, so far that has been limited to a single email from one councilor. Subsequent attempts to establish further contact have remained unanswered. | Meeting with municipal representatives on April 1, 2026 communication via email on May 5, 2026 phone contacts |
| III. Citizen participation in decision-making | ||||
| 3.1 | Citizens are involved in decisions related to the implementation of the measure | No | Eurothink has not received any information regarding whether citizens have been involved in decision-making processes related to the realization of the Youth Cultural Center. A response to the submitted request for access to public information is still pending. | Project team |
| 3.2 | Citizens have initiated participation in decisions related to the monitored measure | No | Eurothink has not received any information regarding whether citizens have been involved in decision-making processes related to the realization of the Youth Cultural Center. A response to the submitted request for access to public information is still pending. | Project team |
| Citizens were involved in the implementation of the specific measure through: | ||||
| 3.3.1 | Public assemblies, debates and forums | Yes | No information regarding public forums organized by the Municipality has been identified. During the monitoring period, Eurothink held two meetings with youth civil society organizations registered in the Municipality. Both meetings were held in good spirits, where contacts and experiences were productively exchanged. The organizations expressed their support and willingness to cooperate during the monitoring process. A meeting with the youth wing of the Levica political party is also planned. | Meetings with 2 youth organizations in Kisela Voda (on July 1 and July 6, 2026). Minutes of the meetings, photographs. phone communication, communication via social media, emails. |
| 3.3.2 | Possibility of electronic participation via mobile apps, website, online forms, etc. | No | There is no option specifically dedicated to the measure; however, a button for general inquiries is available. | Municipal website, municipal social media channels |
| 3.3.3 | Municipality open days | No | There is no publicly available information on this matter, nor has any response been received via email from municipal representatives. A request for access to public information has been submitted, still awaiting a response. | Project team |