Here is the first 2004 Biannual English Digest Newsletter (january - july 2004) of the Foundation for Local Government Reform. As one of our main organizational priorities states, we continue to support the on-going reform of local self-government in Bulgaria through a wide range of projects, initiatives and activities, some of which are covered within this issue of the Digest.

FLGR continues to ensure professional and timely support and services to the Bulgarian municipalities in terms of their administrative and managerial capacity, exchange of successful practices and know-how, building stronger local communities and creating conditions for sustainable economic development. We stay opened for international partnerships by means of which to build on our experience and contribute to the successful preparation of local authorities to become confident and competent members of United Europe.