Article (4)
For the purposes of this Decree, the CDA will undertake the general supervision of
Residential District Majlis. In particular, the CDA will have the duties and powers to:
1. develop the general policy and strategic plans for the work of District Majlis, and
submit the same to the Executive Council for approval;
2. approve the events and activities to be organised within Residential Districts;
3. promote communication amongst the UAE Nationals residing in Residential Districts
with a view to soliciting their feedback and proposals; and take the necessary action
in respect of such feedback and proposals;
4. facilitate access by priority target segments of the local community to the services of
the CDA;
5. provide all forms of human resources, financial, and technical support to manage and
operate District Majlis;
6. discuss high-priority matters affecting society in the Emirate;
7. establish performance indicators for District Majlis to ensure they are in alignment with
the government direction and the approved strategic plans; follow up assessment of
the performance, and development of the work systems, of these District Majlis; and
submit the relevant periodic reports to the Executive Council;
8. consider the solutions, proposals, and recommendations concerning the needs and
aspirations of the UAE Nationals residing in Residential Districts; and follow up
resolving any issues and cases referred to it;
9. publish, and regularly update, brochures and bulletins on the roles of Residential
District Majlis and the services that may be provided through them;
10. enhance the welfare of the UAE Nationals residing in Residential Districts by facilitating
the implementation of a number of activities, projects, and events at Residential
District Majlis; and providing them with advice and necessary support;
11. solicit, through Residential District Majlis and in coordination with the concerned
government entities in the Emirate, the opinions of the UAE Nationals residing in
Residential Districts on the services and facilities provided in these districts; and refer
any requirements or needs related to these services and facilities to the concerned
government entities to take the necessary action in respect thereof;
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12. provide Social Services and other government services at Residential District Majlis,
and provide support and assistance in delivering these services to the UAE Nationals
residing in Residential Districts;
13. contribute to strengthening the social ties amongst the UAE Nationals residing in
Residential Districts; improve the quality of life; and instil positive social values through
constructive discussions and dialogues, activities, programmes, and events;
14. encourage the UAE Nationals residing in Residential Districts to serve the community;
highlight the potentials of the various segments of the community residing in
Residential Districts, particularly women, the youth, and children; and contribute to
raising social and cultural awareness;
15. own the real property, movables, assets, devices, and equipment allocated for
Residential District Majlis;
16. facilitate the participation by public figures, senior officials, and dignitaries in the
Emirate in the activities and events held at Residential District Majlis;
17. supervise and monitor the operations and activities held at Residential District Majlis
to ensure that they are committed to their social roles; and
18. exercise any other duties or powers assigned to it by the Ruler or the Chairman of the
Executive Council.
Formation of Committees and Work Teams
