Who We Are

Vision Mission and Values

Vision

To be a proactive County Assembly that is responsive to Public Welfare and Adheres to open Governance and Ethics.

Mission

Promoting principles of good governance to reflect the aspirations, interest and welfare of the people of Meru County.

Core Values

  • Commitment to public-service.
  • Accountability.
  • Cooperation and mutual respect.
  • Integrity and ethics.
  • Professionalism.
  • Courtesy.
  • Impartiality.

Establishment of the County Assembly of Meru

The County Assembly of Meru is one of the forty seven (47) County Assemblies in Kenya established under Article 176 (1) of the Constitution of Kenya. As contemplated by Article 177 (1), the Assembly consists of

(a) members elected by the registered voters of the wards, each ward constituting a single member constituency, on the same day as a general election of Members of Parliament, being the second Tuesday in August, in every fifth year;
(b) the number of special seat members necessary to ensure that no more than two-thirds of the membership of the assembly are of the same gender;
(c) the number of members of marginalised groups, including persons with disabilities and the youth, prescribed by an Act of Parliament; and
(d) the Speaker, who is an ex officio member.