Major’s Remarks:
1. The Tainan City government has secured 15 grants totaling over NTD 300 million from the National Land Management Agency, Ministry of Interior, for its "Sustainable Improvement of Pedestrian Safety Projects." This initiative aims to enhance pedestrian spaces across the city. Relevant bureaus and agencies are urged to collaborate closely to achieve this goal. The project includes optimizing sidewalks, pedestrian spaces, and arcades. The Public Works Bureau and the Transportation Bureau are responsible for promoting and optimizing construction and usage practices. Additionally, all districts are asked to conduct inventories and inspect outdated traffic signals to support the government's optimization efforts.
2. Tainan City, renowned as Taiwan's largest mango producer, is entering its peak mango season. The Agriculture Bureau is urged to support fruit farmers by improving agricultural product quality, extending shelf life, and enhancing marketability. These efforts aim to strengthen competitiveness in both domestic and international markets. It is crucial to intensify inspections at vegetable and fruit markets to ensure a fair, safe, and hygienic consumption environment for citizens, thereby upholding the city's reputation as a premier mango producer. Consumer rights and agricultural product safety remain top priorities. Moreover, international mango sales channels have been expanding. Last year, in collaboration with the central government, the city government upgraded the vapor heat treatment plant in Yujing District, extending mango shelf life from 8 to 14 days. The Agriculture Bureau is instructed to continue monitoring this process closely. All city bureaus and departments are encouraged to promote the use of domestic fruits as gifts, emphasizing locally sourced options. This approach not only showcases the quality of Tainan City's produce to recipients from other regions but also enhances sales opportunities for local farmers.
3. Bureaus and departments that have submitted appeals, as well as those who have not yet responded to the letter concerning "cases notified by the Tainan City Audit Office under the Audit Act for improvement," are urged to prepare comprehensive explanations promptly. These explanations should cover both the substantive and legal aspects of the issues raised. Additionally, bureaus and departments are encouraged to seek assistance from the Department of Legal Affairs and the Department of Budget, Accounting, and Statistics. Furthermore, the Civil Service Ethics Department is requested to launch an investigation into any potential misuse of funds.