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 General Description and Basic Information.
  1.In terms of physical aspects,

        1.1 The location of the village, community, or sub-district.
        General condition of Nakhon Si Thammarat city
        Nakhon Si Thammarat city
Nakhon Si Thammarat City is the main area of Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality. It is a community with historical evidence dating back over 1,500 years.
This city is located on a sandy hill known as Hat Sai Kaew.It extends along a north-south direction.The settlements are spread out on sandbars in Nakhon Si Thammarat. The city center is located in the heart of Nakhon Si Thammarat.As a result, it has extended over time and continues to the present day.The majority of the population living in the city are Thai people whose roots have been settled in the area since ancient times.And another part is caused by immigration and trade from India and China, and most are Muslims from the southern border provinces. The European traders who traveled here for commercial purposes in the past referred to this city as "Ligor" and marked their presence on maps.Due to its long history, Nakhon Si Thammarat has a rich cultural diversity, encompassing various customs, traditions, and ways of life. Religions are different but live happily together.From what used to be an independent city and had a large satellite city gradually becoming part of the country as a county and province at present This sandbar community is prosperous.During the reign of King Chulalongkorn, significant efforts were made to organize and establish a well-structured community, resulting in the establishment of a district under the local government.This community is one that has been elevated in status to become a municipal and then a city municipality, respectively, in consecutive order. At present, Nakhon Si Thammarat municipality not confined to sand dunes but will expand both east and west of the sandbar until the area reaches 22.56 square kilometers It has a population of over 100,000 people.

           Geographical characteristics of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province
         General

Nakhon Si Thammarat Province is located between approximately latitude 8 degrees - 9 degrees 10 minutes north and longitude 99 degrees 15 minutes - 100 degrees 10 minutes east, with an area of ​​9,942.50 square kilometers. It shares borders with Surat Thani Province to the north and the Gulf of Thailand to the east. In its northernmost part, it connects with Ban Don Bay in Khanom District, which is the northernmost district of the province.
  - To the north, it borders Surat Thani Province and Ao Ban Don, Khanom District, which is the northernmost district.
  - To the south, it borders Songkhla Province, Phatthalung Province, and Trang Province. Specifically, it shares boundaries with southern districts such as Hua Sai District, Cha-uat District, Thung Song District, and Bang Khan District.
  - To the east, it borders the Gulf of Thailand, with a coastline stretching for 225 kilometers. The districts that are adjacent to the Gulf of Thailand are Khanom District, Sichon District, Tha Sala District, Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat District, Pak Phanang District, and Hua Sai District.
  - To the west, it borders Surat Thani Province and Krabi Province. The districts that are adjacent to the western side are Bang Khan District, Thung Yai District, Tham Phannara District, Chawang District, Phipun District, and Nopphitam District.

         Location and Administrative Area: The current Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality is located within the jurisdiction of Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat District, with a total area of 22.56 square kilometers. The administrative area includes the following:
To the north, it borders Pak Phun Sub-district.
To the south, it borders Tha Ruea Sub-district.
To the east, it borders Pak Phun Sub-district, Pak Nakhon Sub-district, and Tha Rai Sub-district.
To the west, it borders Pho Sadet Sub-district, Mamuang Songton Sub-district, and Na Kian Sub-district.
         The area in the municipality consists of Nai Mueang Subdistrict, Tha Wang Subdistrict, Klang Subdistrict and Na Khian Subdistrict. Some parts of Village No. 3 and Village No. 4, Pho Sadet Sub-district, Village No. 1, all Village No. 2,3,7 and some 8

         1.2 Topography
        Nakhon Si Thammarat Province has the Nakhon Si Thammarat mountain range and the Banthat mountain range stretching along the north-south direction. located in the central part of the province Therefore, the terrain may be divided into 3 parts as follows.
        Part 1 The eastern coastal plain is a flat area that extends from the Nakhon Si Thammarat mountain range to the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand. It is characterized by numerous rivers and canals that flow from the mountain range to the sea, with large areas covered by forests. This plain covers the northernmost part of the province and gradually widens as it extends southwards. It is suitable for farming, gardening, livestock raising, and fishing. The coastal areas are densely populated and include the districts of Khanom, Sichon, Tha Sala, Pak Phanang, Hua Sai, Chawang, Chaloem Phra Kiat, Phra Phrom, and Phrom Khiri.
        Part 2 The western foothill plain is characterized by undulating topography and encompasses an area that stretches from the Nakhon Si Thammarat mountain range to the western coast. The rivers originating from this mountainous region flow down to the Andaman Sea. This region is known for its fertile soil and abundant mineral resources, and it is the largest rubber plantation area in the province. Fruit orchards are scattered throughout the area. The densely populated districts in this plain include Thung Song and Chawang. The plain extends extensively to other provinces such as Trang, Krabi, and Surat Thani. The districts within this area include Phipun, Chawang, Thung Yai, Thung Song, Bang Khan, Tham Phannara, Naban, and Chang Klang.
        Part 3 The Central Mountain Range is situated between the Eastern Seaboard coastal plain and the Western Mountainous Region. It spans from the northernmost to the southernmost parts of the province. The highest peak in Nakhon Si Thammarat province is Khao Luang, a majestic mountain that is being preserved. This area is characterized by its forested landscapes and has been designated as a national park, such as Khao Luang National Park, Yod Khao Ngam Waterfall National Park, and Khao Nan National Park. There are established communities nestled between the mountains and the central hills, primarily engaged in agriculture. The region boasts breathtaking natural attractions including forests, waterfalls, and pristine streams, making it a popular destination for nature tourism. The districts within this region include Phrom Khiri, Lan Saka, Ron Phibun, Chulabhorn, and Nopphitam.

         1.3 Climate characteristics The climate of Nakhon Si Thammarat province has similar characteristics to other provinces in the southern region that are adjacent to the Gulf of Thailand. The significant influences on the province's climate are the southwest monsoon, the central mountain range, and the impact of cyclonic winds throughout the year. The temperature is generally high throughout the year. From May to August, the province is influenced by the southwest monsoon, which brings in hot and humid winds from the southwest. This results in heavy rainfall on the western side of the central mountain range, while the eastern coastal areas receive less rainfall. From September to October, there is a monsoonal wind shift, such as the pre-southwest monsoon, which causes widespread rainfall across the province. From November to January, the monsoon winds change direction and blow from the northeast, generally bringing cool and dry conditions. However, the coastal areas along the Gulf of Thailand, particularly Nakhon Si Thammarat, experience heavy rainfall and flooding on an annual basis. After that, there is a dry period from February to April, characterized by hot and dry weather.

          1.4 Soil characteristics The soil in Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality varies in different areas. The predominant soil type is sandy soil, while some areas have loamy soil, paddy soil, and laterite soil.

         1.5 The characteristics of water sources. The characteristics of the water sources in Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality are that they are raw water sources used for tap water production. Initially, the raw water was obtained from Pa La Canal, which is located approximately 550 meters away from the municipal water supply area in the town's sub-district. Currently, there are issues due to the declining water levels in the canal every year. When heavy rainfall occurs, the water becomes turbid and contaminated, carrying sediments and various pollutants into the Pa La Canal. In the year 1996, the municipality received funding to construct a pipeline for the transmission of raw water from Tha Dee Canal in Lanskha District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, to the Thong Taew Water Treatment Plant. However, due to the fact that the water treatment plant only receives water from one source, the Tha Dee Canal pipeline, the production capacity is insufficient to meet the water demand for both the municipal area and the rapidly expanding areas outside the municipality.

   Municipality
  Municipality is a form of local government that decentralizes power to local communities to govern themselves, based on the principles of democracy. It was established during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) in Thailand, starting with the declaration of the establishment of the Bangkok Municipality in 1897 (2440 B.E.). In terms of regional administration, there was the enactment of the Tha Chalom Sanitary Administration Act in 1905 (2448 B.E.), which provided for the management of sanitary districts.
  In 1933 (2476 B.E.), the Municipality Act of 1933 was enacted, which elevated the status of sanitary districts to municipalities. Subsequently, there have been several amendments and revisions to the legislation concerning municipalities over the years, leading to changes and cancellations of various municipal laws.
  Finally, in 1953 (2496 B.E.), the Municipality Act of 1953 was enacted, which repealed all previous legislation. Currently, the latest version in effect is the Municipality Act (Version 13) of 2009 (2552 B.E.), which has undergone the most recent amendments. In 1999 (2542 B.E.), the Municipalities Act of 1999 was enacted, changing the status of sanitary districts to municipalities. This transition resulted in the abolition of the governance system based on sanitary districts. The Municipality Act (Version 12) of 2003 (2546 B.E.) established three levels of municipalities, namely
        1. A Tambon Municipality is a local jurisdiction that is granted the status of a Tambon Municipality through a proclamation issued by the Ministry of Interior of Thailand. The proclamation must specify both the name and boundaries of the Tambon Municipality.
        2. A Municipal (or Town) Municipality is a local jurisdiction that serves as the administrative center of a province or a community with a population of over ten thousand people, and has sufficient income to fulfill its duties in accordance with this Royal Decree. It is granted the status of a Municipal Municipality through a proclamation issued by the Ministry of Interior of Thailand, which must specify both the name and boundaries of the Municipal Municipality.
        3. A City Municipality is a local community with a population of over ten thousand people, and has sufficient income to fulfill its duties in accordance with this Royal Decree. It is required to carry out its responsibilities as stipulated in this Royal Decree. The proclamation granting the status of a City Municipality must specify both the name and boundaries of the municipality.

         Duties of Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality as a municipality Therefore, it has duties under the provisions of Section 56 of the Act as follows:
1. Businesses specified in Section 53 are
  1.1 Businesses specified in Section 53 are To maintain public order, ensure the presence and maintenance of both land and water transportation systems, preserve the cleanliness of roads and public walkways, including the disposal of waste, garbage, and pollutants, prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases, provide firefighting equipment, offer education and training to citizens, promote the development of women, children, youth, the elderly, and persons with disabilities, preserve local arts, cultural traditions, local knowledge, and the good cultural practices of the locality.
  1.2 To provide clean water or tap water.
  1.3 Provide animal slaughterhouses.
  1.4 Provide and maintain facilities for healthcare and medical treatment.
  1.5 Provide and maintain drainage systems.
  1.6 Provide and maintain public restrooms.
  1.7 Ensure the availability and maintenance of electricity or lighting through alternative means.
  1.8 Promote the establishment and operation of local pawnshops or local financial institutions.
2. Provide and maintain support for the welfare of mothers and children.
3. Establish and maintain other necessary public charitable initiatives.
4. Control and maintain hygiene and health standards in food establishments, hospitals, and other service facilities.
5. Manage residential properties and undertake renovations of deteriorating infrastructure
6. Establish and regulate markets, ports, ferry terminals, and parking lots.
7. Urban planning and construction management
8. Promotion of tourism businesses.

        The municipality is also authorized to undertake other activities as prescribed in Section 54, such as: Establishing and maintaining cemeteries and crematoriums. Supporting and promoting the livelihood activities of the residents. Establishing and maintaining vocational schools. Establishing and maintaining sports facilities and training centers. Establishing and maintaining public parks, zoos, and recreational areas. Managing commercial activities. Please note that this is a general translation, and the specific wording may vary depending on the context and legal framework of the municipality.

        According to the provisions of section 66, the municipality may have the following revenues
  1. Tax revenues as prescribed by the laws.
  2. Fees, licenses, and fines as prescribed by the laws.
  3. Income from municipal assets.
  4. Income from public utilities and commerce.
  5. Bonds or loans as regulated by the law.
  6. Loans from ministries, departments, organizations, or various corporations as regulated by the law.
  7. Government subsidies or funding from provincial administrative organizations.
  8. Other funds and assets donated by individuals.
  9. Other revenues as specified by law.

        The municipal administration is carried out by an elected mayor who serves as the head of the administrative body. The mayor is elected by the public and serves a term of four years. The mayor appoints deputy mayors to assist in the administration of local government. A municipal council can have up to four deputy mayors. Additionally, the mayor may appoint advisors from the Prime Minister's Office and a secretary to assist in the administration. There is also a municipal assembly that serves as an organization to oversee the work of the administration, provide consultation, and participate in problem-solving based on proposals from the administrative body.
         The City Municipal Council consists of twenty-four members elected by the public for a term of four years. The Provincial Governor appoints one chairman of the council and one vice chairman, as resolved by the council members, to divide the municipal administration into two parts.
  1. The Municipal Administrative Office.
  2. Other government agencies, as announced by the Mayor with the approval of the Ministry of Interior, have the authority to oversee and supervise the municipalities within their respective provinces in accordance with the law. These agencies have the responsibility to provide guidance, advice, and warnings to the municipalities, as well as to inspect and review reports, documents, statistics, and call upon members of the municipal council or municipal officials for explanations or investigations. Additionally, the District Chief (Amphoe Chief) has the authority and responsibility to assist the Provincial Governor in overseeing and supervising the sub-district municipalities within their respective districts.
         Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality was originally established as a Sukhaphiban (local administrative organization) on August 13, 2453 B.E. (1910) according to the announcement of the Sukhaphiban Act in Tambon Tha Wang, Tambon Klang, Tambon Pratu Chai Nuea, and Tambon Phra Suea Mueang, within the jurisdiction of Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat District. The announcement was published in the Royal Gazette, Volume 27, Pages 62-64, on August 13, Rattanakosin Era 129 (1910), with Phraya Sirithammarak (Yen Suwannapatam) serving as the first Mayor of Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality.
         In 2474 B.E. (1931), there was a declaration to modify the boundaries of Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality. This was due to a notification from the Ministry of Interior's Provincial Administration Commission stating that the boundaries of the municipality were not aligned correctly. Therefore, the Municipality's Sukhaphiban Committee held a meeting and passed a resolution to make the necessary changes in accordance with the actual situation. This decision was approved by His Royal Highness Prince Boripat Sukhumphan, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration, Ministry of Interior. The announcement regarding the boundary modification was published in the Royal Gazette, Volume 48, Page 674, on March 27, 2474 B.E. (1931).
         On December 7, 2478 B.E. (1935), the Council of Royal Civil Servants, representing the monarch in the exercise of royal prerogative, under the reign of His Majesty King Ananda Mahidol, issued a royal decree to establish Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Buddhist Era 2478. The decree transferred all assets, rights, and responsibilities of Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipal Health Administration to Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality. This announcement was published in the Royal Gazette, Volume 52, Page 1687, on December 10, 2478 B.E. (1935). Phraya Nititsatsanaiphasan was appointed as the official responsible for carrying out the royal command, according to the Cabinet's resolution.
        In the year 2508 BE (1965 AD), there was the first municipal boundary change according to the Royal Decree on the change of municipal boundaries of Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. It was announced in the Royal Gazette, Volume 82.
         In the year 2536 BE (1993 AD), there was the second municipal boundary change according to the Royal Decree on the change of municipal boundaries of Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. It was announced in the Special Edition of the Royal Gazette, Volume 110, Section 207, Page 37, dated December 9, 2536. Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai was the person who received the royal command.
         In the year 2537 BE (1994 AD), Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality was elevated to the status of a city municipality, according to the Royal Decree on the establishment of Nakhon Si Thammarat City Municipality, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. It was announced in the Royal Gazette, Volume 111, Section 36, Part ก, dated August 24, 2537. This royal decree became effective after 45 days from the date of its announcement in the Royal Gazette. Therefore, on October 8, 2537, Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipality officially became Nakhon Si Thammarat City Municipality.
         Currently, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Municipality has a total area of 22.56 square kilometers under its jurisdiction. It comprises the sub-districts of Nai Mueang, Tha Wang, Klang, parts of Moo 3 and Moo 4 of Nakhon Sub-district, Moo 1 of Pho Sadet Sub-district, and parts of Moo 2, 3, 7, and 9.
         However, originally, the Nakhon Si Thammarat City Municipality office was located in a row of rooms in front of the provincial town hall. Then, in the year 2482 BE (1939 AD), it was moved to a single-story wooden building called "Manila House" (the current workplace). In 1962 BE (2019 AD), a severe natural disaster occurred, and Nakhon Si Thammarat Province was one of the provinces that suffered significant damage, with thousands of people losing their lives. Houses, gardens, orchards, and fields were damaged, and the municipal office, which was already in a deteriorated condition, also suffered considerable damage. Although some repairs were made to make it functional, it was not suitable for the modern era and the status of the municipality. The municipal council, therefore, proceeded to request a loan approval from the Government Savings Bank (GSB) in the amount of 1,200,000 baht, in addition to the municipality's budget of 525,000 baht, to carry out the construction at the current location. At that time, a two-story Thai-style building, following the standard design of large municipal buildings by the Department of Public Works, was constructed. The office was inaugurated on December 10, 2507 BE (1964 AD), with a total construction cost of 1,725,000 baht. The construction was carried out by Krungthep Co., Ltd., during the tenure of Prime Minister Mr. Rien Somyot.
        The current municipal emblem is an image of a royal emblem guarding the Phra That, which refers to the Phra Borom That Chedi. This chedi is a significant religious monument in Nakhon Si Thammarat and is an ancient relic in the Buddhist tradition. It serves as a symbol of the city, and when people mention Nakhon Si Thammarat, they often think of the Phra Borom That Chedi.
         The height of the chedi signifies the flourishing and radiant essence of Buddhism, symbolizing enlightenment and spiritual enlightenment.
         The platform consisting of two tiers signifies a place of reverence, worship, and devotion for the people of Nakhon Si Thammarat and the general Buddhist community. It is a sacred space where individuals pay homage and show respect.
        The dual-guardian royal emblems symbolize the municipality, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Interior. Its responsibilities include preserving, maintaining, and developing the city for its prosperity and well-being.
         You can currently contact Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipal Office at the following address: Nakhon Si Thammarat Municipal Office Ratchadamnoen Road, Tambon Klang, Amphoe Mueang, Nakhon Si Thammarat, 80000, Thailand Telephone: 0-7580-9571 Fax: 0-07534-7402 You can also visit their website at http://www.nakhoncity.org for more information.


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