Agenda Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
Draft law amending the Local Government Organisation Act (537 SE) – First Reading
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is critical regarding the implementability of the new law (537 SE), focusing on whether local governments are capable of executing it. The primary concern is the lack of resources (funding and personnel), which makes compliance with the law a serious challenge for local governments. The stance is results-oriented, emphasizing practical feasibility.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates authority on the organization of local government and resource management, drawing on their experience as the former Mayor of Narva. This expertise is further backed up by the use of data from the Police and Border Guard Board concerning statistics on calls related to dangerous dogs (approximately 600 calls per year). The need for specific training is highlighted to ensure the safety of officials.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, serious, and focused on practical problems, often employing critical questions regarding the enforceability of the law. The speaker emphasizes a logical and results-oriented approach, inquiring about resources, oversight, and the training of officials. The tone is concerned, referring to the situation as a "serious problem."
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Activity Patterns
The data covers only one session day, during which the speaker posed two questions regarding the same bill. Both interventions focused on the practical implementation aspects of the law and the shortage of resources.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the unrealistic implementability and lack of resources associated with the draft law (Bill 537), rather than targeting individuals. The opposition remains moderate, expressed through the submission of questions and concerns aimed at improving the policy and the underlying procedure.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style manifests itself through asking the presenter questions, seeking clarifications and solutions regarding the practical problems of implementing the law. The speaker attempts to find solutions for ensuring the safety and training of officials. Direct references to cross-party cooperation are absent.
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Regional Focus
The speaker focuses on issues at the local government level, emphasizing the impact of legislation on local authorities (LAs) that operate with limited resources. The regional focus is reinforced by mentioning their previous post as the Mayor of Narva, which lends significant weight to the discussion of local problems.
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Economic Views
The economic perspectives center on the limited financial resources of local governments and the need to avoid unfunded obligations. Fiscal realism is emphasized when implementing legislation, noting that "funds are lacking" and "resources are limited."
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Social Issues
The social topic addressed is public safety concerning dangerous dogs, along with the corresponding safety and training of the supervising officials. The emphasis is placed on security and the law enforcement mechanisms, which must be adequately funded.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill (537 SE) to amend the Local Government Organization Act, the feasibility of which the speaker critically calls into question. The priority is ensuring that new legislation is genuinely implementable by local governments (LGUs), with specific attention paid to matters of oversight and the preparation of civil servants.
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