Haim Bibas

Haim Bibas at Maariv Conference: “Give local authorities the authority to manage emergencies”

Haim Bibas called for expanding the authority of local governments during emergencies, establishing an immediate assistance fund, and prioritizing the North and South.

Haim Bibas, Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel
Itzik Larry, the chairman of Mifal HaPais.

Mifal HaPais allocates NIS 20m in emergency aid to local authorities amid Iran war

Haim Bibas,  Chairman, Federation of Local Authorities in Israel  and Mayor of Modi’in Maccabim Reut

A historic turning point - and the leadership of Israel's Local Authorities

Haim Bibas in Bat Yam examining destruction caused by Iranian missile

Haim Bibas: The local authorities leader steering Israel through crisis


No. 46: Amir Avivi and Haim Bibas: Defending Israel’s security and representing its people

Both Avivi and Bibas are vital voices for Israel’s security and its diverse population, ensuring that the country has representation on all fronts.

(L-R): Haim Bibas, Amir Avivi

Nearly 5,000 Israelis evacuated due to Iranian missile damage, Bibas says

Bibas added that some 4,948 people needed housing assistance, and argued that those who chose to rent rather than stay in a hotel should receive three months’ rent in advance.

 Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a ballistic missile fired from Iran hit and caused damage in Bnei Brak, June 16, 2025

Grapevine: Bar mitzvahs in Israel

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel and Mayor of Modi'in Maccabim Reut Haim Bibas.

In Israel and across the world, Jews are feeling hope – and getting ready for heartbreak

The impending hostage release sparks hope, mourning, and questions about Gaza captives.

 Eli Bibas holds pictures of his grandsons, who remain hostages in Gaza, during a pre-Passover rally in Tel Aviv.

Israeli gov’t campaign in North America highlights baby hostage Kfir Bibas

The campaign's message, "Are your children coming home for Christmas?" is aimed at highlighting the distressing situation of 11-month-old Kfir Bibas.

 Billboard in New York's Times Square showing 11-month-old Kfir Bibas as part of a new Israeli gov't campaign to raise awareness of the hostages still held by Hamas

Israel's government ministries 'non-functional' during war with Hamas - official

The Defense Ministry, Tourism Ministry, and Welfare and Social Services Ministry are the only Israeli ministries working, according to Federation of Local Authorities in Israel chairman Haim Bibas.

 Haim Bibas

Local, regional authorities file High Court petition against 'Arnona Law'

Israeli authorities have argued that the "Arnona Law" could harm citizens and have detrimental economic effects on numerous localities.

 New Israeli Shekel banknotes and coins are seen in this picture illustration taken November 9, 2021.

Israel's municipalities, authorities go on strike to protest tax law

The strike by municipalities and local authorities throughout Israel is a protest against the government's plan to start a City Tax Fund.

 Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities and Mayor of Modi'in Haim Bibas and head of the local authorities  attend a protest outside the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, demanding better budgets, February 26, 2023.

Israeli municipalities threaten general strike over city tax plan

The clash between local authority leaders and government officials over what is known as the "Arnona Fund," which had been simmering for weeks, erupted on Sunday.

 Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities and Mayor of Modi'in Haim Bibas and head of the local authorities  attend a protest outside the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, demanding better budgets, February 26, 2023.

Local authority strike to pause until Thursday ‘to allow progress in dialogue’

According to a statement, Israel's Federation of Local Authorities is set to meet next Thursday to make plans for the future.

 Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities and Mayor of Modi'in Haim Bibas and head of the local authorities  attend a protest outside the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, demanding better budgets, February 26, 2023.