The Mayor of Pljevlja Municipality, Dr. Dario Vraneš, has signed contracts with twelve entrepreneurs whose business plans were deemed the most promising by the evaluation committee during a public call for support aimed at fostering entrepreneurship, tourism, and women’s entrepreneurship. A total of 29 applications were submitted for assistance in developing entrepreneurship and tourism, alongside 15 proposals for the women’s entrepreneurship incentive program.

This year, the Municipality of Pljevlja allocated 50,000 euros in grants to enhance and support entrepreneurship, tourism, and women’s entrepreneurial activities.

Vraneš highlighted the pivotal role of local government in assisting small businesses.

“I am thrilled to witness an increasing number of residents who are seizing opportunities in entrepreneurship and tourism, particularly in rural areas and craft sectors. The local government exists to support you and all other citizens. You can be assured that the doors of the Municipality are always open for those who are working and creating. We will do everything possible to assist entrepreneurs. Real progress cannot occur without creating new jobs, and each new job in the economy is invaluable,” Vraneš expressed to the recipients of the grants.

This year, the identified priorities include supporting the growth of entrepreneurship and tourism in rural settings, along with preserving craft activities that are at risk of disappearing.

The signing ceremony was attended by Danko Šarančić, Secretary of the Secretariat for Economy, and Rajko Palibrk, Head of the Service for Entrepreneurship and Tourism.

“The budget for this year allocates 50,000 euros, of which 15,000 euros is designated for promoting women’s entrepreneurship. I believe that next year, we will increase these funds, particularly due to the immense interest from entrepreneurs and the numerous excellent business plans that merit a subsidy. I would also like to emphasize that no objections were raised against the final ranking list, which reflects the committee’s responsible and transparent work,” stated Šarančić.

The financial support agreements were signed by LLC “Staklopan VK”, Plumbing Home Service “Macanović”, LLC “Carpe diem textil”, Shoe Shop “SZR X”, LLC “Leković rafting”, Rural Household “Popović”, Rural Household “Katun Bogdana”, Rural Household “Rovčanin”, LLC “Start auto”, LLC “Aestetic PRO”, and SZR Buregdžinica “Asi”.

“These entrepreneurs will significantly contribute to local economic development, the creation of new jobs, and the revival of traditional crafts and tourism in the municipality of Pljevlja,” stated the local government in their announcement.

LLC “STAKLOPAN VK” received 5,920 euros for the “Procurement of equipment for picture framing” project; Plumbing Home Service “MACANOVIĆ” was awarded 4,915 euros for “Efficiency through equipment”; LLC “CARPE DIEM TEXTIL” secured 2,662 euros for “Procurement of missing equipment for sewing and tailoring”; Shoe Shop “SZR X” received 2,000 euros for “Procurement of shoe machine for grinding and processing leather”; LLC “LEKOVIĆ RAFTING” received 5,051 euros for “Procurement of equipment for rafters”; Rural Household “POPOVIĆ” was awarded 6,570 euros for “Expansion of accommodation capacities”; Rural Household “KATUN BOGDANA” received 3,939 euros for the “Completion of works on the summer kitchen with dining room”; and Rural Household “ROVČANIN” secured 3,943 euros for “Adaptation of accommodation capacities for tourists.”

Financial support dedicated to fostering women’s entrepreneurship was awarded to: DOO “START AUTO” – “Purchase of a licensed car diagnostic device” for 4,510 euros; DOO “AESTETIC PRO” – “Purchase of a beauty salon for disabled individuals” for 2,632 euros; SZR Burekdžinica “ASI” – “Asi Project: let’s preserve tradition, build the future” for 2,214 euros; and DOO “BEST LASER” – “Magic Paper” for 5,644 euros.

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