Mayor’s Remarks:
1. Although water levels are slightly higher compared to 2021, they are still less than ideal. We must remain vigilant, lead as an example in conserving water, and encourage citizens to do the same. Therefore, I urge all departments to implement water conservation measures. Water conservation measures should be implemented as soon as possible. For example, the municipal government should encourage the use of recycled water for car washes, landscaping businesses, industrial cleaning, and animal shed cleaning on farms. I ask all departments to meet with civic groups to discuss how to conserve water. This is something that we must put our minds to.
2. The central government is set to lift the mask mandate starting on December 1. This information will be disseminated by the central government. Therefore, the Public Health Bureau and district offices do not need to communicate this change in policy. That being said, we should still encourage the public to mask up indoors and at large gatherings. I ask concerned departments to encourage the public to get their fourth COVID-19 shot and the flu shot. The Social Affairs Bureau and Bureau of Education should tally relevant supplies at care facilities, daycare centers, and schools, to increase students’ and teachers’ willingness to get vaccinated.
3. I ask the Bureau of Transportation to shorten the duration between filing for project completion and the actual opening date of the new underground parking lot construction project in the West Central District.