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 | Yes | According to the response received to the request for access to public information, an amount of 300,000 MKD has been allocated in the budget of the Municipality of Delcevo for the Youth Center. | Written response from Local Self-Government |
| 1.2 | Public procurements planned and/or carried out in relation to the measure | No | There are no planned public procurements. Currently, conditions for equipping, financing, and operating the center are being monitored. | Municipal Council and decision for the organization WOMAN to manage the Center |
| 1.3 | The necessary preconditions for carrying out activities related to the measure are in place (e.g. permits, preparatory activities, staff, etc.) | Yes | A decision by the Municipal Council has been adopted, space for the Youth Center has been allocated, a youth worker has been appointed, and the minimum technical conditions required for the center’s operation have been secured. | Information from the local self-government and the youth center |
| 1.4 | Concrete activities related to the measure are being implemented | Yes | The Youth Center began operating under bare-bones conditions, and initial activities have begun. The youth worker is open to cooperation with the Youth Council despite challenging working conditions and unresolved financial issues. Regarding equipment, the center currently has 15 chairs, 4 tables, 1 designated space, and an appointed youth worker. | Social media posts (Facebook) |
| 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 | Yes | The opening of the Youth Center was published on social media platforms. The youth worker is responsible for the publications. | Social media, link attached: Delcevo: The youth center opened its doors to youth - Public Administration |
| 2.2 | The municipality (i.e. the competent institution) responds to requests for public information submitted about the specific measure | Yes | The organization “Woman” and individuals representing the organization submitted several requests for access to public information. The requests were submitted on June 5th 2026, and responses to all inquiries were received within 10 to 12 days. | Requests for access to public information |
| 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 | The project team held meetings with the Mayor and his team. It was agreed that further advocacy efforts would be undertaken with the Mayor and the municipal administration to support the smooth operation of the Youth Center. It was also agreed that the youth worker would prepare quarterly work reports to be shared with the Mayor, the municipal administration, Municipal Council, Youth Assembly, and the general public. | Meeting with the mayor and representatives of the municipality |
| III. Citizen participation in decision-making | ||||
| 3.1 | Citizens are involved in decisions related to the implementation of the measure | Yes | The Municipality did not organize any consultation meetings. | Project team |
| 3.2 | Citizens have initiated participation in decisions related to the monitored measure | Yes | A meeting was held with the Youth Council as part of the project activities. The participants were proactive and requested that adequate funding be secured for the Youth Center’s operation. | Meeting with the youth council in the youth center |
| Citizens were involved in the implementation of the specific measure through: | ||||
| 3.3.1 | Public assemblies, debates and forums | Yes | The organization held a meeting with the Youth Council, attended by nine participants. The discussion focused on funding and ensuring the functionality of the Youth Center. It was agreed that more active advocacy efforts would be undertaken with the Mayor and the municipal administration. | meeting with the youth council in the youth center |
| 3.3.2 | Possibility of electronic participation via mobile apps, website, online forms, etc. | No | No such options exist. | analysis of the municipality's website |
| 3.3.3 | Municipality open days | No | There are no "open days" in the Municipality. | Information obtained at the meeting with the municipality |