The second meeting on thematic tables, where the main achievements of the Performance Measurement and Performance-Based Grant Mechanism were presented, took place in the municipality of Lezha. The focus of this table was local services and the main findings identified in this area.

The administrative-territorial reform has brought about important changes, significantly improving the infrastructure and quality of public services. This reform has contributed to increasing the efficiency of local government, making it more open and more willing to meet the needs of citizens. As a result, the provision of public services has improved significantly, especially in the social services sectors, where the coverage of individuals with services has increased and the network of social centers for caring for categories in need has expanded.

Education remains a key sector facing the challenge of demographic decline, with ensuring the safety of educational buildings and increasing enrollment being key priorities. Waste management, water supply and sewage systems, and forest and pasture management plans also require increased attention to ensure more efficient services for citizens.

Through continuous improvements, municipalities are creating opportunities for better resource management and strengthening cooperation with citizens, increasing their capacity to guarantee higher standards of community living. As a result of these opportunities, we have an increase in the quality of life and sustainable community development, which is a testament to the commitment of local government to provide quality and equitable services for all.

The Performance Based Grant Mechanism focuses on improving public services, setting as a benefit criterion the preparation and approval of social plans, waste management, breeding and pre-university education. At the end of the meeting, an open discussion was held regarding the improvement of SMP indicators, focusing on the concrete needs and problems faced by municipalities.