Mayor’s Remarks:
1. To facilitate the implementation of various reconstruction efforts in the January 21st disaster area, the relevant bureaus and departments have been divided into six groups. Deputy Mayor Yeh is assigned to coordinate disaster relief and reconstruction efforts, with the relevant bureaus and departments to carry out their responsibilities in a phased manner according to their respective authorities. One and a half months have passed since the earthquake, and district offices, along with relevant bureaus and departments, continue to assist affected residents in resolving various issues, ensuring that victims can return to their pre-earthquake normalcy as soon as possible.
2. The extraordinary session of the City Council will commence in Xinying next Tuesday. During this session, the city government is required to present a special report on the January 21st earthquake, as well as review the utilization of the 2024 second reserve fund and the proposed supplemental appropriation for the current year. All department heads must familiarize themselves with the report in advance, pay close attention to issues of concern raised by council members, and proactively provide explanations. Newly appointed bureau and department heads since last year's regular session must stay informed about council proceedings and council members' requests. The city government-council liaison is requested to support new bureau and department heads in familiarizing themselves with council operations and maintaining effective communication with council members.
3. Regarding the "Xinying City Public Retail Market Building Seismic Reinforcement Project," the Department of Legal Affairs is requested to assist the Economic Development Bureau in signing a f affidavit with vendors opposing the reinforcement project.