The Functions of the County Assembly

The functions of the County Assembly are as follows:

a) A County Assembly may make any laws that are necessary for the effective performance of the functions and exercise of the powers of the
County Government under the Fourth Schedule.

b) A County Assembly, while respecting the principle of the separation of powers, may exercise oversight over the County Executive Committees and other County Executive organs. A County Assembly may receive and approve plans and policies for—

(1) the management and exploitation of the county’s resources;

(2) the development and management of its infrastructure and institutions.

c) Approve the budget and expenditure of the County Government in accordance with Article 207, the legislation contemplated in Article 220(2) and Articles 201 and 203 of the Constitution.

d) Approve the borrowing by the County Government in accordance with Article 212 of the Constitution.

e) Vet and approve nominees for appointment to county public offices as may be provided in law.

f) The County Assembly participates in the removal of key officers:

1. Governor

2. Speaker

3. County executives

4. County Public Service Board

To achieve the above, Members of County Assemblies are involved in a number of activities. They include:

• Drafting, tabling, enacting and debating bills and motions
• Seeking answers on behalf of citizens
• Being involved in leadership in the house, such as Leader of Majority, Whip, etc.
• Working in assembly committees
• Presenting petitions on behalf of citizens