Comprehensive Revision of Local Autonomy Act After 32 Years... Gyeongju City Begins Follow-up Procedures

Mayor Ju Nak-yeong: "We will work closely with the council to draft and revise ordinances detailing the implementation procedures of the Autonomy Act"

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Choi Jae-ho] Following the revision of the Local Autonomy Act for the first time in 32 years, Gyeongju City in Gyeongbuk Province has begun follow-up procedures.

Mayor Ju Nak-young instructed the relevant departments at the national, district, and headquarters directors' meeting held on the morning of the 14th to "implement follow-up measures in accordance with the full revision of the Local Autonomy Act."

Earlier, the National Assembly passed the "Local Autonomy Act Full Revision Bill" on the 9th, which focuses on expanding resident participation, strengthening the capabilities of local councils, and enhancing the administrative efficiency of local governments. The enforcement will take place one year after the date of promulgation.

The revision separately establishes the Residents' Ordinance Proposal Act, allowing residents to directly request the enactment, revision, or abolition of ordinances to the council, and lowers the participation age from 19 to 18.

Additionally, the autonomy, expertise, and accountability of local councils will be strengthened. The appointment authority of local council administrative staff will be given to the council chairman. Policy experts supporting legislation, budget review, and administrative audits will be assigned at a ratio of one per two council members.

Mayor Ju Nak-young stated, "Although the law will be enforced one year after promulgation, there is still a long way to go," and added, "We will promptly implement detailed administrative procedures following the revision of the Local Autonomy Act to provide better administrative services."

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