Mayor’s Remarks:
1. The City Council is currently holding an extraordinary session. During this session, council members review supplemental budget appropriations, advance payment proposals from various bureaus and departments, and receive a briefing on the city government’s response to the January 21st earthquake. Following the earthquake, our colleagues continued to provide uninterrupted services to affected residents throughout the Lunar New Year holiday. We sincerely appreciate their dedication and hard work. We should reflect on external criticism with a positive and open mindset, carefully evaluating concerns and addressing any shortcomings through necessary improvements. Compared to previous earthquake incidents, our disaster response and recovery efforts have been significantly more efficient this time. While we understand the urgency of rebuilding for affected residents, we must adhere to legal procedures. I urge all colleagues to expedite post-disaster reconstruction efforts. On behalf of our citizens, I extend my gratitude to religious and charitable organizations, such as the Tzu Chi Foundation, the Workers’ Charity Group, and the Hengshan Social Welfare Foundation, for their support. I also wish to thank individuals and organizations for their generous donations and express my appreciation to the technicians from the Structural Engineers Association, Professional Civil Engineers Association, and Architects Association for their tireless efforts.
2. The 2025 National Middle School Athletic Games is approaching. All relevant bureaus and departments are requested to make thorough preparations.
3. The 2025 Asia Pacific Orchid Conference and Taiwan International Orchid Show will conclude on March 23rd, with flower removal set to begin on March 24th. Orchids in good condition can be placed in public spaces, such as the Shan-Shang Garden and Old Waterworks Museum, Chihkan Tower, the City Museum, urban schools, and various government offices, to allow residents and tourists to appreciate the city’s cultivated orchids. All bureaus and departments are requested to plan accordingly in advance.