horsed farm in Astana was sold for 200 thousand, followed by purchasing another one for a staggering 7 billion - as per deputy's account
In a recent development, the purchase of the "Argymak" hippodrome, originally made for a substantial 7 billion tenge from the budget, is currently being discussed for transfer to trust management. This move has sparked concerns and questions among the public, including Deputy Nurlan Nурkenov, who has voiced his apprehensions about the operation of the trust manager.
Deputy Askar Smaqulov has brought this specific case to light, expressing similar concerns. The main worry, shared by Vladislav Sergeyev, is preserving the social mission of "Argymak," particularly for children with disabilities. However, the initial plan for children to use the facility for free seems to have taken a turn, as the trust managers are reportedly building their own financial model.
This controversy comes amidst opposition from some deputies, including Vladislav Sergeyev, who voiced their concerns during the initial purchase. Sergeyev has also expressed his concerns about the practice of transferring budget-funded objects to private companies, fearing that such transfers often lead to these companies making profit at the expense of children, as seen in cases of swimming pools or hippotherapy.
The deputy akim has expressed a desire to meet with the company managing "Argymak" to discuss their operations and ensure the goal for which "Argymak" was bought is preserved. Yet, the name of the trust manager designated for the management of the "Argymak" hippodrome remains unavailable to the public.
Factual information about the company managing "Argymak" or their financial model has not been disclosed. However, written answers regarding the transfer will be provided by the department of the Akimat that oversees this issue.
It's important to note that this is not the first time such a controversy has arisen. In 2016, the equestrian sports complex "Tulpar" was sold at an auction for a mere 200,000 tenge, only to be followed by a similar situation with the square near the "Kеruеn" shopping center, where the plot was sold at an auction for 176 million tenge, and later bought back for 1.08 billion tenge.
These developments underscore the need for transparency and accountability in such transactions, particularly when it comes to facilities intended for the benefit of children and the public. The public awaits further information and assurances that the social mission of "Argymak" will be preserved, and that the interests of children with disabilities will not be compromised.
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