New Taipei City Council, Municipal council in Banqiao District, Taiwan.
The New Taipei City Council is a municipal body housed in a modern building on Wenhua Road, overseeing city affairs for over 4 million residents across the metropolitan area. The office operates through specialized divisions handling meeting procedures, general administration, legal matters, and public communications.
The council was established in its current form in 2010 when Taipei County Council was renamed and reorganized as New Taipei City Council. This transformation reflected changes in regional administration to better serve the growing metropolitan area.
The council represents Taiwan's multi-party democratic system, with different political groups presenting their views through regular sessions and public meetings. This reflects how local governance works across the metropolitan region.
The council building is located in Banqiao District near Jiangzicui Station, making it relatively easy to reach by public transportation. Visitors can check if specific legislative sessions or public hearings are open to attend.
The council ranks among Taiwan's largest local legislative bodies with 66 elected members, comparable in scale to similar bodies serving other major metropolitan areas. This size reflects the importance of the region within Taiwan's governance framework.
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