Bursa Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mustafa Bozbey took the pulse of the mountain region with the intensive contacts he made in the Büyükorhan district within the scope of the “Mayor Bozbey is Here” project. Mayor Bozbey, who came together with local administrators, muhtars and citizens, emphasized that they are working with determination for the development of the region and for the young people to have a happy future. Bozbey, who drew attention to the potential of thermal and nature tourism in particular, gave the good news, “We have works for the development of the region especially in thermal and nature tourism. The mountain region will develop with tourism and businesses that do not pollute nature.”
“President Bozbey is Here” Stop: Büyükorhan
The “Mayor Bozbey is Here” project, which was initiated by Bursa Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mustafa Bozbey to directly listen to citizens’ demands and suggestions, identify problems on-site and produce rapid solutions, continued its second round of visits to the Büyükorhan district. Mayor Bozbey moved his office to Büyükorhan, taking with him the entire management staff of the Metropolitan Municipality, and carried out a program with the district people throughout the day.
Consultation with the District Governor and Mayor
CHP District Chairman Mustafa Sevim also accompanied Mayor Mustafa Bozbey, who started his visit by visiting Büyükorhan District Governor Yunus Emre Sakızcı in his office. During the meeting, which took place in a friendly atmosphere, Büyükorhan's current situation, priority needs and possible future work were discussed in detail. Ideas were exchanged on joint steps that could be taken for the development of the district.
Mayor Bozbey's next stop was the office of Büyükorhan Mayor Kamil Turhan. During the meeting held here, the current problems of the district and the projects that should be prioritized in the upcoming period were discussed. Comprehensive evaluations were made in order to produce permanent solutions to Büyükorhan's needs and provide better service to the district residents. Mayor Bozbey and Mayor Turhan reiterated their determination to strengthen cooperation within the framework of common working principles.
Meeting with Mukhtars and Seeking Solutions to Local Needs
Mayor Mustafa Bozbey also met with the mukhtars in Büyükorhan and listened directly to the problems of the villages and neighborhoods that are the capillaries of the mountain region. The demands of the mukhtars on various issues such as roads, infrastructure, agriculture and social services were noted and evaluations were made on solution proposals. At the end of the visit, with a meaningful support provided by the cooperation of Bursa Metropolitan Municipality and HAGEL, modern tomato paste machines to be used in tomato paste production were delivered to 10 neighborhoods and sacrificial slaughtering hoists to provide a hygienic environment for sacrificial slaughtering were delivered to 2 neighborhoods. This support aims to encourage local production and increase the quality of life in rural areas.
Embracing the People in Republic Square
At the end of the day, Mayor Bozbey met with the people of Büyükorhan at Cumhuriyet Square. In the meeting, which received great interest from the citizens, Mayor Bozbey listened to the demands and suggestions of the district residents one by one. Bozbey also informed the citizens about the work carried out and the projects planned to be implemented, and reiterated the determination of the Metropolitan Municipality for the development of the mountain region.
Special Interest and Development Vision for the Mountain Region
Stating that they started the second round in the districts within the scope of the “Mayor Bozbey is Here” project, Mayor Mustafa Bozbey stated that they evaluated the priority problems and unresolved issues of the district in detail in the meetings they held specifically for Büyükorhan. Drawing attention to the road construction and improvement requests coming from the muhtars in particular, Mayor Bozbey stated that they implemented projects that will make the people of Büyükorhan happy. Stating that they observed the satisfaction of the people of the district with the services they provided, Bozbey emphasized that the mountain region has a very special place for them.
Mayor Bozbey stated that agricultural support for the region continues, especially through Tarım Peyzaj AŞ, fire brigades make significant contributions to security and emergency interventions in the region, and road construction works continue uninterruptedly. Expressing his satisfaction at seeing that the works carried out yield positive results in the district center and villages, Bozbey said, “Our greatest desire is for the mountain region to develop, for young people to stay here and live a good, happy, peaceful life. We also want to protect the air and water of the mountain region. We aim to strengthen the communication between the mountain region and the city. We have works for the region to develop especially in thermal and nature tourism. The mountain region will develop with tourism and businesses that do not pollute nature. We want people of all ages to smile. We will continue the ‘Mayor Bozbey is Here’ project, which is an example for Türkiye, without interruption.” These statements show that Mayor Bozbey has a comprehensive development vision for the mountain region and that he is taking determined steps to implement this vision.
Call for Sadness and Common Sense in Parliamentary Events
Referring to the saddening events that took place in Bursa Metropolitan Municipality Council, Mayor Mustafa Bozbey expressed his shame on behalf of the people of Bursa. Expressing that he was deeply saddened by the council members who were assigned to the city administration causing such an incident, Mayor Bozbey said, “We never want Bursa to be talked about in this way. Those who did this are clear. I believe that the relevant political party will make an assessment and make a decision. My greatest wish is for such an incident not to happen again. Bursa has passed a very important test after many years. The young people on the street say, ‘We have become free, we are happy, we are smiling.’ We have provided services and we have things to do. However, trust has formed in people. A brotherhood, sincerity and an environment where no one looks at another as the other has formed. Bursa is now united. Everyone has to respect those who are different from them, every idea and thought. You can feel respect until you insult your personality. We are against insulting your personality and swearing. We must now manage the Council according to its normal regulations in order to prevent such unrest.” These statements by Mayor Bozbey reveal his sensitivity to preserving the atmosphere of unity and solidarity in the city and his expectation that the parliamentary work should be carried out on a more constructive basis.
