The Tanufa (Momentum) Directorate for the North has transferred NIS 220 million to 23 frontline local authorities, part of NIS 537 million allocated for development, infrastructure, and growth projects for 2026, according to N12. The directorate's head, Avia Friedman, said the funds aim to improve quality of life and encourage families to stay in the north.
The Tanufa (Momentum) Directorate for the North has transferred NIS 220 million to 23 local authorities along the frontline, out of a total NIS 537 million designated for development, infrastructure, and growth projects in 2026, according to N12. The allocation is part of a broader government effort to strengthen northern communities after the security challenges of recent years. Directorate head Avia Friedman stated that the agency is moving from the decision phase to execution, emphasizing the need to quickly translate budgets into projects that improve quality of life and encourage families to remain in the north.
The funding comes amid ongoing debates over tax benefits for northern residents, as The Zioneer previously reported regarding resident advocacy for extended benefits. The 23 recipient authorities have been provided with detailed budget breakdowns for 2026.
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