Donation rate for performing state functions was specified during Council session

On 12^th December during a session of the Council of The Self-Government of the Vilnius Region, the rate of a special donation dedicated for performing state functions from the budget of The Self-Government of the Vilnius Region for 2012 was made precise.

By virtue of the Council’s resolution additional funds were assigned for social benefit and compensation for the 4^th quarter of 2012. The rates of assignation for social services and social support for pupils were also specified during the meeting.

A donation of specified purpose was increased of 1 mln 570 thousand Lt.

The deputy manager of the Department of Education, Zofia Ryżowa, during her speech was encouraging the people present to participate in the “Christmas with a book” action, whose aim is to equip school libraries with new books. Over 1000 schools have prepared a list of the most—needed ones. Between 19^th November and 6^th January in „Vaga”, „Pegasas” and „Knygų namai“ bookstores there will be special book shelves. Books that are elements of the action will be marked with a special label and they will be 20% cheaper.

You can also give books directly to schools. The list of most—needed titles can be found here: http://www.inmedio.upc.smm.lt/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=231&Itemid=1172

Source: http://kurierwilenski.lt/2012/12/13/podczas-posiedzenia-rady-udokladniono-wysokosc-dotacji-na-wykonanie-funkcji-panstwowych/

Tłumaczenie Emilia Zawieracz w ramach praktyk w Europejskiej Fundacji Praw Człowieka, www.efhr.eu. Translated by Emilia Zawieracz the framework of a traineeship programme of the European Foundation of Human Rights, www.efhr.eu.