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1 Maintain an aggressive economy while responding to the corona wreck
(1) Promotion of agriculture and livestock industry (agriculture-related)
1. Promotion of safe and secure agriculture in harmony with the environment
In order to establish a safe agriculture, the town works on stable production and supply of high-quality food, national land and environmental conservation, and formation of beautiful rural landscapes, supporting the healthy lives of the townspeople, and food processing. It plays an important role as a key industry in the region while being connected to a wide range of industries such as tourism and tourism. In order to promote diversified and sustainable agriculture that coexists with the local community, we aim to realize agriculture that brings peace of mind to consumers. cultivation subsidies)," "Mature compost distribution promotion project," "Green manure crop promotion project," "Soil diagnosis project," and "Residual pesticide countermeasures." Furthermore, we will continue to support the activities of producer groups that are implementing farming activities that are effective in preserving the local environment through the "Environmental Conservation Agriculture Promotion Subsidy."
In order to compensate for the disadvantage of agricultural production conditions in hilly and mountainous areas, etc., "direct payment subsidies for hilly and mountainous areas, etc.", which are issued to farmers who continue agricultural production activities, maintenance of farmland and improvement of quality of local resources We will continue the business of the “multifunctional payment subsidy” that is issued for joint activities aimed at
2. Establishment of highly profitable regional agriculture and cooperation between agriculture and tourism
Various initiatives that make use of originality and ingenuity, such as introduction of highly profitable crops, high added value by practicing clean and organic agriculture, sixth industrialization through agricultural processing and direct sales, and strategies for local production for local consumption in cooperation with commerce, industry and tourists. while ensuring stable management.
In addition to promoting the sales of Niseko-produced rice, which is highly evaluated by consumers, we will increase consumption of “Kurabitoshu” and “Ezo Fuji” that use sake-brewing-friendly rice produced in Niseko Town We will try to promote local production for local consumption and food education.
In dry-field farming, we will promote proper crop rotation based on soil preparation, strive for systematic planting and stable production, and promote the selection of priority crops and the production of newly introduced crops.
Regarding dairy farming, in order to reduce external factors of concern such as soaring feed prices, we will return to the base of self-sufficient feed production, and improve the quality of dairy cattle by raising individuals, producing high-quality raw milk, and promoting livestock improvement. We will continue to operate the dairy farm helper system, including the promotion of the livestock cluster business, support measures to improve the quality of dairy cows, and take measures against infectious diseases in livestock, in an effort to maintain a good livestock environment. The compost center is operated by JA Youtei, which is the designated manager. I am forced. In addition, the facility is aging, and we will continue to consider systematic equipment renewal in order to maintain the facility.
In order to ensure stable production in the future, we will continue to review the future prospects and management details of the facility, including the improvement of the environment for continued management and proper facility management. maintain supply.
In order to improve the feed productivity of the grazing pastures, we will renew the grassland of the town's consolidated grassland, repair it, etc., and strive to maintain and manage it.
In order to stabilize agricultural management, the town compensates for a part of the price according to the government's subsidy as a countermeasure against soaring fertilizer prices.
3. Establishment of diverse and comfortable regional agriculture and utilization of human resources
With the aim of establishing highly profitable regional agriculture through the stable production of key crops and the establishment of key promotion crops, we will promote the government-run emergency farmland restructuring project. In addition to promoting the modernization of the agricultural production base, we will support the systematic conservation of farmland by consolidating the use of farmland for certified farmers and new farmers through the Farmland Intermediate Management Organization.
The Regional Agricultural Revitalization Council, which is composed of related organizations such as towns and JAs, is responsible for stabilizing management income, such as applying for various direct payment grants such as rice, upland crops, and paddy field utilization. In strengthening the constitution of agricultural management, in order to enhance the business management ability of corporate thinking, we will promote advanced management development and incorporation efforts by certified farmers.
In order to reconstruct the community of the village where the number of houses has decreased, we will promote the reorganization of the village based on the consensus building of local residents and encourage the activation of local activities.
4. Securing local leaders
Due to the shortage of farmers and the aging of the population, there are farmlands that are in danger of being abandoned. For March 2020, we will proceed with the formulation of the "Niseko Town Regional Plan" based on the "Niseko Niseko Town / Farmland Plan" currently being implemented. In order to accelerate the consolidation of farmland to the bearers who will be the central management bodies of the region, we will support farmers who work on expanding the scale of farmland and farmers who cooperate in consolidation of farmland. At the same time, in order to stimulate young people's desire to farm and establish them after farming, we will implement a benefit project for those who are planning to start farming and young people who will succeed farming, build an environment that makes it easier to farm, and play a role in regional agriculture. We will strive to develop and secure excellent human resources.
As part of the town's unique measures, we will provide support for new farming ventures and support for agricultural youth association activities, striving to create an environment in which people can demonstrate their abilities and be active. In addition, in conjunction with the implementation of the national emergency farmland reorganization and development project, the town, Agricultural Committee, and farmland intermediary management organizations will work together to promote efforts to eliminate abandoned farmland and smoothly consolidate farmland in the hands of motivated farmers.
5. Creation of regional industries in which agriculture, tourism and commerce are linked
Agriculture, commerce and industry, and tourism are always closely related, and we will work together more smoothly with tourism businesses and commercial construction companies to provide a wide range of local products while actively working to create a regional brand. promote to In addition, we will actively support landscape formation through the cultivation of green manure crops this year as well.
Promote initiatives such as local production for local consumption, dietary education, and food culture exchange, and promote collaboration between farmers and various business operators to promote product development, market development, and construction of new business models. We will support the development of machinery and facilities necessary for high added value and sixth industrialization, as well as soft businesses, and promote a diverse and sustainable agriculture in Niseko that coexists with the region.
6. Agricultural Committee Initiatives
The government is taking steps to resolve issues relating to people and farmland, such as enacting the "People and Farmland Plan" into law, and Agricultural Committee are expected to fulfill their roles appropriately.
Currently, the town is working to "achieve a strong agriculture" by implementing measures such as improving the infrastructure for farmland, introducing smart agriculture to make farm work more efficient, reducing the burden, and securing manpower.The Agricultural Committee also accurately grasps the status of farmland ownership and usage, as well as the intentions of farmland owners, and aims to "preserve high-quality farmland and coordinate its appropriate use."
In order to establish a safe agriculture, the town works on stable production and supply of high-quality food, national land and environmental conservation, and formation of beautiful rural landscapes, supporting the healthy lives of the townspeople, and food processing. It plays an important role as a key industry in the region while being connected to a wide range of industries such as tourism and tourism. In order to promote diversified and sustainable agriculture that coexists with the local community, we aim to realize agriculture that brings peace of mind to consumers. cultivation subsidies)," "Mature compost distribution promotion project," "Green manure crop promotion project," "Soil diagnosis project," and "Residual pesticide countermeasures." Furthermore, we will continue to support the activities of producer groups that are implementing farming activities that are effective in preserving the local environment through the "Environmental Conservation Agriculture Promotion Subsidy."
In order to compensate for the disadvantage of agricultural production conditions in hilly and mountainous areas, etc., "direct payment subsidies for hilly and mountainous areas, etc.", which are issued to farmers who continue agricultural production activities, maintenance of farmland and improvement of quality of local resources We will continue the business of the “multifunctional payment subsidy” that is issued for joint activities aimed at
2. Establishment of highly profitable regional agriculture and cooperation between agriculture and tourism
Various initiatives that make use of originality and ingenuity, such as introduction of highly profitable crops, high added value by practicing clean and organic agriculture, sixth industrialization through agricultural processing and direct sales, and strategies for local production for local consumption in cooperation with commerce, industry and tourists. while ensuring stable management.
In addition to promoting the sales of Niseko-produced rice, which is highly evaluated by consumers, we will increase consumption of “Kurabitoshu” and “Ezo Fuji” that use sake-brewing-friendly rice produced in Niseko Town We will try to promote local production for local consumption and food education.
In dry-field farming, we will promote proper crop rotation based on soil preparation, strive for systematic planting and stable production, and promote the selection of priority crops and the production of newly introduced crops.
Regarding dairy farming, in order to reduce external factors of concern such as soaring feed prices, we will return to the base of self-sufficient feed production, and improve the quality of dairy cattle by raising individuals, producing high-quality raw milk, and promoting livestock improvement. We will continue to operate the dairy farm helper system, including the promotion of the livestock cluster business, support measures to improve the quality of dairy cows, and take measures against infectious diseases in livestock, in an effort to maintain a good livestock environment. The compost center is operated by JA Youtei, which is the designated manager. I am forced. In addition, the facility is aging, and we will continue to consider systematic equipment renewal in order to maintain the facility.
In order to ensure stable production in the future, we will continue to review the future prospects and management details of the facility, including the improvement of the environment for continued management and proper facility management. maintain supply.
In order to improve the feed productivity of the grazing pastures, we will renew the grassland of the town's consolidated grassland, repair it, etc., and strive to maintain and manage it.
In order to stabilize agricultural management, the town compensates for a part of the price according to the government's subsidy as a countermeasure against soaring fertilizer prices.
3. Establishment of diverse and comfortable regional agriculture and utilization of human resources
With the aim of establishing highly profitable regional agriculture through the stable production of key crops and the establishment of key promotion crops, we will promote the government-run emergency farmland restructuring project. In addition to promoting the modernization of the agricultural production base, we will support the systematic conservation of farmland by consolidating the use of farmland for certified farmers and new farmers through the Farmland Intermediate Management Organization.
The Regional Agricultural Revitalization Council, which is composed of related organizations such as towns and JAs, is responsible for stabilizing management income, such as applying for various direct payment grants such as rice, upland crops, and paddy field utilization. In strengthening the constitution of agricultural management, in order to enhance the business management ability of corporate thinking, we will promote advanced management development and incorporation efforts by certified farmers.
In order to reconstruct the community of the village where the number of houses has decreased, we will promote the reorganization of the village based on the consensus building of local residents and encourage the activation of local activities.
4. Securing local leaders
Due to the shortage of farmers and the aging of the population, there are farmlands that are in danger of being abandoned. For March 2020, we will proceed with the formulation of the "Niseko Town Regional Plan" based on the "Niseko Niseko Town / Farmland Plan" currently being implemented. In order to accelerate the consolidation of farmland to the bearers who will be the central management bodies of the region, we will support farmers who work on expanding the scale of farmland and farmers who cooperate in consolidation of farmland. At the same time, in order to stimulate young people's desire to farm and establish them after farming, we will implement a benefit project for those who are planning to start farming and young people who will succeed farming, build an environment that makes it easier to farm, and play a role in regional agriculture. We will strive to develop and secure excellent human resources.
As part of the town's unique measures, we will provide support for new farming ventures and support for agricultural youth association activities, striving to create an environment in which people can demonstrate their abilities and be active. In addition, in conjunction with the implementation of the national emergency farmland reorganization and development project, the town, Agricultural Committee, and farmland intermediary management organizations will work together to promote efforts to eliminate abandoned farmland and smoothly consolidate farmland in the hands of motivated farmers.
5. Creation of regional industries in which agriculture, tourism and commerce are linked
Agriculture, commerce and industry, and tourism are always closely related, and we will work together more smoothly with tourism businesses and commercial construction companies to provide a wide range of local products while actively working to create a regional brand. promote to In addition, we will actively support landscape formation through the cultivation of green manure crops this year as well.
Promote initiatives such as local production for local consumption, dietary education, and food culture exchange, and promote collaboration between farmers and various business operators to promote product development, market development, and construction of new business models. We will support the development of machinery and facilities necessary for high added value and sixth industrialization, as well as soft businesses, and promote a diverse and sustainable agriculture in Niseko that coexists with the region.
6. Agricultural Committee Initiatives
The government is taking steps to resolve issues relating to people and farmland, such as enacting the "People and Farmland Plan" into law, and Agricultural Committee are expected to fulfill their roles appropriately.
Currently, the town is working to "achieve a strong agriculture" by implementing measures such as improving the infrastructure for farmland, introducing smart agriculture to make farm work more efficient, reducing the burden, and securing manpower.The Agricultural Committee also accurately grasps the status of farmland ownership and usage, as well as the intentions of farmland owners, and aims to "preserve high-quality farmland and coordinate its appropriate use."
(2) Promotion of tourism (commercial and industrial tourism related)
1. Consideration of introduction of accommodation tax
We will promote the introduction of an accommodation tax and secure it as a financial resource to improve the brand value as a sustainable international resort and to promote efforts to create Eco-Model City and SDGs future city. In the future, while sharing information and exchanging opinions with lodging operators, we will make adjustments with related organizations and proceed with the procedures for introduction.
2.Creating sustainable tourist destinations that are “chosen” by the world
The global COVID-19 has caused serious damage to the tourism industry, bringing about a major turning point for the very nature of tourism. Based on the tourism promotion vision formulated last year, Niseko Town is promoting the GSTC (Sustainable Tourism Destination Creation), which is known as the tourism version of the SDGs. As a driving force behind this, the Niseko Resort Tourism Association will continue to strengthen its structure and gather human resources, and will utilize national systems to dispatch personnel from private companies to promote the accumulation of more specialized know-how.
In addition, in anticipation of the use of the national subsidy system, which can be used for the renovation of tourist facilities, etc., we will organize tourist facilities and work together with the region. We will promote the creation of sustainable tourist areas. In addition, we will continue to discuss the future direction of the Niseko area while promoting cooperation with the DMO (Niseko Promotion Board), which functions in a wide area of the Niseko area.
3. Recovery of tourism demand and attraction of tourists
The spread of the new coronavirus infection has spread around the world, and the number of foreign visitors to Japan has decreased significantly in the Niseko area. It is gradually recovering due to mitigation. While working to recover demand as a tourist resort, we will strive to provide information that it is a safer international resort.
In addition, we will continue to work on accepting MICE, land-based travel arrangements, and educational travel. This year, we will also participate in the Adventure Travel World Summit 2023, which will be held in Hokkaido, to raise awareness of Niseko's attractions outside of winter, and to level out the tendency of visitors to be uneven between seasons.
4. Enhancement of tourist information and information dissemination
When providing tourist information, it is important to listen carefully to the wishes of tourists and provide accurate information. Tourist information offices will be set up at Niseko Station, which is also the gateway to the town, and Roadside Station Niseko View Plaza, and we will continue to provide tourist information so that many people can enjoy the Niseko area.
In addition, we will transmit information more effectively, such as by distributing promotional videos on Internet media such as our website and SNS. With regard to tourist pamphlets and maps, we will consider disseminating information in an environmentally friendly and effective way that meets the needs of modern times, while keeping an eye on paperless activities.
5. Ensuring the safety of snowy mountains
In the Niseko region, many people enjoy fresh snow outside the ski resort areas, so the government, ski resorts, and other related organizations have joined forces to establish the Niseko Annupuri Area Avalanche Accident Prevention Council, which is promoting safety measures for ski resorts. The council has established the Niseko Rules, the first of their kind in Japan, and is working to prevent avalanche accidents in winter mountains. Many lives have been lost in avalanches in the Niseko region in the past, and the council is strengthening its efforts based on past lessons learned. Starting with the 2021 season, the Niseko Rules now state that wearing helmets and beacons is strongly recommended.
The town will continue to support management and human resource development in order to make the "Niseko Rules" sustainable rules. In addition, in cooperation with related organizations, we will consider organizing issues for ensuring safety and developing necessary systems.
6. Promotion of appropriate maintenance and redevelopment of tourist facilities
Kiranoyu, a hot spring in front of Niseko Station, needs to be updated due to deterioration over time. We carry out planned equipment updates. We will also strive to properly manage and operate tourism-related facilities such as the Goshiki Onsen Information Center.
The basic design for the redevelopment of "Roadside Station Niseko View Plaza" was formulated last year, and under the limited site and conditions, consideration was given to strengthening disaster prevention functions, efficient flow lines, securing staying space, etc. In addition to resolving the issues of the current facility, we have been studying how to make it a roadside station that is friendly to both the environment and people as a public facility. While requesting the government to establish a national subsidy system for redevelopment, we will review the timing of implementation design and construction start, etc., and proceed with consideration for management and operation after construction of new facilities.
7. Promotion of wide-area tourism cooperation
Niseko Town, Kutchan Town, and Rankoshi Town were certified as the "Niseko Tourism Zone" by the government in 2014, and have been working to create the appeal of the region.
Based on the "Niseko Tourism Area Development Plan", we will strive to increase the number of tourists from Japan and overseas and improve the environment for receiving them.
We will promote the introduction of an accommodation tax and secure it as a financial resource to improve the brand value as a sustainable international resort and to promote efforts to create Eco-Model City and SDGs future city. In the future, while sharing information and exchanging opinions with lodging operators, we will make adjustments with related organizations and proceed with the procedures for introduction.
2.Creating sustainable tourist destinations that are “chosen” by the world
The global COVID-19 has caused serious damage to the tourism industry, bringing about a major turning point for the very nature of tourism. Based on the tourism promotion vision formulated last year, Niseko Town is promoting the GSTC (Sustainable Tourism Destination Creation), which is known as the tourism version of the SDGs. As a driving force behind this, the Niseko Resort Tourism Association will continue to strengthen its structure and gather human resources, and will utilize national systems to dispatch personnel from private companies to promote the accumulation of more specialized know-how.
In addition, in anticipation of the use of the national subsidy system, which can be used for the renovation of tourist facilities, etc., we will organize tourist facilities and work together with the region. We will promote the creation of sustainable tourist areas. In addition, we will continue to discuss the future direction of the Niseko area while promoting cooperation with the DMO (Niseko Promotion Board), which functions in a wide area of the Niseko area.
3. Recovery of tourism demand and attraction of tourists
The spread of the new coronavirus infection has spread around the world, and the number of foreign visitors to Japan has decreased significantly in the Niseko area. It is gradually recovering due to mitigation. While working to recover demand as a tourist resort, we will strive to provide information that it is a safer international resort.
In addition, we will continue to work on accepting MICE, land-based travel arrangements, and educational travel. This year, we will also participate in the Adventure Travel World Summit 2023, which will be held in Hokkaido, to raise awareness of Niseko's attractions outside of winter, and to level out the tendency of visitors to be uneven between seasons.
4. Enhancement of tourist information and information dissemination
When providing tourist information, it is important to listen carefully to the wishes of tourists and provide accurate information. Tourist information offices will be set up at Niseko Station, which is also the gateway to the town, and Roadside Station Niseko View Plaza, and we will continue to provide tourist information so that many people can enjoy the Niseko area.
In addition, we will transmit information more effectively, such as by distributing promotional videos on Internet media such as our website and SNS. With regard to tourist pamphlets and maps, we will consider disseminating information in an environmentally friendly and effective way that meets the needs of modern times, while keeping an eye on paperless activities.
5. Ensuring the safety of snowy mountains
In the Niseko region, many people enjoy fresh snow outside the ski resort areas, so the government, ski resorts, and other related organizations have joined forces to establish the Niseko Annupuri Area Avalanche Accident Prevention Council, which is promoting safety measures for ski resorts. The council has established the Niseko Rules, the first of their kind in Japan, and is working to prevent avalanche accidents in winter mountains. Many lives have been lost in avalanches in the Niseko region in the past, and the council is strengthening its efforts based on past lessons learned. Starting with the 2021 season, the Niseko Rules now state that wearing helmets and beacons is strongly recommended.
The town will continue to support management and human resource development in order to make the "Niseko Rules" sustainable rules. In addition, in cooperation with related organizations, we will consider organizing issues for ensuring safety and developing necessary systems.
6. Promotion of appropriate maintenance and redevelopment of tourist facilities
Kiranoyu, a hot spring in front of Niseko Station, needs to be updated due to deterioration over time. We carry out planned equipment updates. We will also strive to properly manage and operate tourism-related facilities such as the Goshiki Onsen Information Center.
The basic design for the redevelopment of "Roadside Station Niseko View Plaza" was formulated last year, and under the limited site and conditions, consideration was given to strengthening disaster prevention functions, efficient flow lines, securing staying space, etc. In addition to resolving the issues of the current facility, we have been studying how to make it a roadside station that is friendly to both the environment and people as a public facility. While requesting the government to establish a national subsidy system for redevelopment, we will review the timing of implementation design and construction start, etc., and proceed with consideration for management and operation after construction of new facilities.
7. Promotion of wide-area tourism cooperation
Niseko Town, Kutchan Town, and Rankoshi Town were certified as the "Niseko Tourism Zone" by the government in 2014, and have been working to create the appeal of the region.
Based on the "Niseko Tourism Area Development Plan", we will strive to increase the number of tourists from Japan and overseas and improve the environment for receiving them.
(3) Promotion of commerce and industry and labor measures
1. Revitalization of local economy by promotion of commerce and industry
Based on the "Niseko Town Small and Medium Enterprise Promotion Ordinance" established last year, we will promote the promotion of commerce and industry, including sustainable support for small and medium enterprises. In particular, Niseko Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry plays a central role in supporting economic activities in the town, and the town will continue to comprehensively support activities by subsidizing commercial and industrial promotion projects.
We will promote initiatives that lead to new business opportunities so that people aiming to start a business can acquire specialized knowledge held by institutions such as universities. In addition, we will review and continue to make it easier to use the "Bustling Entrepreneur Support Business Subsidy System", which has a track record of more than 55 projects up to the last fiscal year, and will continue to cooperate with multiple businesses in the town. We will create a system to support new software businesses and make efforts to improve the appeal of the region through various regional collaborations. On the other hand, as a countermeasure against the chronic shortage of human resources, which is a problem for the entire town, we are considering creating a mechanism for securing human resources in cooperation with employment promotion measures that look at the utilization of the "Specified Regional Development Business Cooperative System" institutionalized by the government. I will continue.
For the Kira Card Association, we will continue to work to increase the number of member stores and users in the Kira Card business, and support the "Kids Card Business" that expands consumption in the town by the child-rearing generation.
We will strive to revitalize the local economy by expanding support for businesses led by commercial contractors and local volunteers, such as the Tanabata Festival and Kirakira Market.
2. Support for new business and entrepreneurship
Investment and economic circulation are becoming more active not only in the tourism industry, but also in various other industries, such as business expansion by private companies and an increase in new businesses. In particular, small businesses are easy to change jobs or start up businesses, and contribute to responding to local needs and improving their attractiveness. In the town, we will continue to set up a one-stop consultation desk in cooperation with Niseko Town Chamber of Commerce. In addition, in cooperation with regional financial institutions, Otaru University of Commerce, etc., we will actively support entrepreneurship, such as holding business schools.
3. Attracting companies, etc.
In recent years, we have been receiving inquiries about development and business expansion, and we will continue to attract companies that can sympathize with our town planning, which we have been promoting so far, with orderly development plans. In addition, Niseko Town has formulated a "basic plan based on the Regional Future Investment Promotion Act" to create an environment that supports investment that takes advantage of the town's characteristics.
4. Consumer affairs measures
In order to protect consumers from fraudulent sales practices and various consumer troubles, the "Yotei Area Consumer Affairs Counseling Service" which is set up in seven towns and villages including Niseko Town, will be located within the Niseko Town Hall, and this year we will strive to enhance our activities so that we can respond to potential consumer troubles and help people who are suffering from consumer troubles to resolve them at an early stage.In addition, we will widely publicize the existence of the desk while supporting consumer awareness activities carried out in the constituent towns and villages.
Based on the "Niseko Town Small and Medium Enterprise Promotion Ordinance" established last year, we will promote the promotion of commerce and industry, including sustainable support for small and medium enterprises. In particular, Niseko Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry plays a central role in supporting economic activities in the town, and the town will continue to comprehensively support activities by subsidizing commercial and industrial promotion projects.
We will promote initiatives that lead to new business opportunities so that people aiming to start a business can acquire specialized knowledge held by institutions such as universities. In addition, we will review and continue to make it easier to use the "Bustling Entrepreneur Support Business Subsidy System", which has a track record of more than 55 projects up to the last fiscal year, and will continue to cooperate with multiple businesses in the town. We will create a system to support new software businesses and make efforts to improve the appeal of the region through various regional collaborations. On the other hand, as a countermeasure against the chronic shortage of human resources, which is a problem for the entire town, we are considering creating a mechanism for securing human resources in cooperation with employment promotion measures that look at the utilization of the "Specified Regional Development Business Cooperative System" institutionalized by the government. I will continue.
For the Kira Card Association, we will continue to work to increase the number of member stores and users in the Kira Card business, and support the "Kids Card Business" that expands consumption in the town by the child-rearing generation.
We will strive to revitalize the local economy by expanding support for businesses led by commercial contractors and local volunteers, such as the Tanabata Festival and Kirakira Market.
2. Support for new business and entrepreneurship
Investment and economic circulation are becoming more active not only in the tourism industry, but also in various other industries, such as business expansion by private companies and an increase in new businesses. In particular, small businesses are easy to change jobs or start up businesses, and contribute to responding to local needs and improving their attractiveness. In the town, we will continue to set up a one-stop consultation desk in cooperation with Niseko Town Chamber of Commerce. In addition, in cooperation with regional financial institutions, Otaru University of Commerce, etc., we will actively support entrepreneurship, such as holding business schools.
3. Attracting companies, etc.
In recent years, we have been receiving inquiries about development and business expansion, and we will continue to attract companies that can sympathize with our town planning, which we have been promoting so far, with orderly development plans. In addition, Niseko Town has formulated a "basic plan based on the Regional Future Investment Promotion Act" to create an environment that supports investment that takes advantage of the town's characteristics.
4. Consumer affairs measures
In order to protect consumers from fraudulent sales practices and various consumer troubles, the "Yotei Area Consumer Affairs Counseling Service" which is set up in seven towns and villages including Niseko Town, will be located within the Niseko Town Hall, and this year we will strive to enhance our activities so that we can respond to potential consumer troubles and help people who are suffering from consumer troubles to resolve them at an early stage.In addition, we will widely publicize the existence of the desk while supporting consumer awareness activities carried out in the constituent towns and villages.
2 Creating a town where everyone can live with a healthy smile
(1) Child care support (health and welfare)
1. Child-rearing support business
In the escort-type consultation support project, interviews and questionnaires are conducted at the time of pregnancy notification, around 8 months of pregnancy, and when the baby is visited. In addition, 50,000 yen will be paid each during pregnancy and childbirth to provide economic support.
About health of child, we carry out routine immunization based on law. Voluntary mumps and influenza vaccinations are fully covered by public funds.
Regarding medical care for children, we will continue to provide free medical expenses up to the age of 18, child-rearing medical expenses for premature babies, and medical expenses for raising children.
Children's allowance benefits will continue to be implemented in accordance with national rules this year.
2.Maternal and child health business
In the health checkup for children, we will newly conduct a Helicobacter pylori test for second and third year junior high school students who wish to do so. We will continue to subsidize hearing tests for newborns, medical checkups for 5-year-olds, subsidize treatment for recurrent birth defects, and secure obstetricians and gynecologists. In addition, we will introduce a new visual acuity test device in the 3-year-old child health checkup, and strive for early detection of amblyopia.
Seminars for expectant mothers and fathers will be entrusted to business establishments as “Parents Classes” that utilize online as well as face-to-face formats.
Postpartum care visits by midwives for postpartum mothers will be carried out again this year upon request from users.
In the escort-type consultation support project, interviews and questionnaires are conducted at the time of pregnancy notification, around 8 months of pregnancy, and when the baby is visited. In addition, 50,000 yen will be paid each during pregnancy and childbirth to provide economic support.
About health of child, we carry out routine immunization based on law. Voluntary mumps and influenza vaccinations are fully covered by public funds.
Regarding medical care for children, we will continue to provide free medical expenses up to the age of 18, child-rearing medical expenses for premature babies, and medical expenses for raising children.
Children's allowance benefits will continue to be implemented in accordance with national rules this year.
2.Maternal and child health business
In the health checkup for children, we will newly conduct a Helicobacter pylori test for second and third year junior high school students who wish to do so. We will continue to subsidize hearing tests for newborns, medical checkups for 5-year-olds, subsidize treatment for recurrent birth defects, and secure obstetricians and gynecologists. In addition, we will introduce a new visual acuity test device in the 3-year-old child health checkup, and strive for early detection of amblyopia.
Seminars for expectant mothers and fathers will be entrusted to business establishments as “Parents Classes” that utilize online as well as face-to-face formats.
Postpartum care visits by midwives for postpartum mothers will be carried out again this year upon request from users.
(2) The welfare of the elderly and the disabled (health and welfare)
1. Elderly welfare measures
We will continue to support the nursing care service and transport service business for the elderly at home provided by Niseko Town Social Welfare Council. In addition, in the food delivery service business, we will cooperate with vendors in the town and also watch over the elderly.
At the "Niseko Town Life Support Center", we will use the adult guardianship system according to the needs of people who do not have sufficient judgment ability due to dementia.
We will continue to provide “welfare kerosene assistance”, “snow removal service business”, “Niseko station front hot spring admission fee assistance”, “house renovation cost subsidy”, “emergency call system business”, etc. so that the elderly can live safely and securely at home. will be implemented.
Regarding efforts to improve the management of the Niseko welfare association, workshops will be held to share the issues of integrated regional care, the welfare association will rebuild the day service function, consider ICT related to improving the productivity of the office, and operate the facility. We plan to manage the process to raise
2. Welfare measures for persons with disabilities
We will work with neighboring towns and villages and business establishments to secure employment opportunities for people with disabilities who cannot be involved in general employment.
In addition to the "disability support project" based on the law, assistance to welfare organizations for the disabled, "hospital and outpatient welfare allowance", "taxi fare assistance", "Niseko station front hot spring admission fee assistance", "housing renovation assistance", " We will also continue to implement medical benefits for severely disabled people and subsidies for the operation of regional activity support centers.
3. long-term care insurance and preventive care programs
In the long-term care prevention business, we will continue to hold "Healthy Health Classroom" and "Muscle Building Classroom" to prevent the need for long-term care in the future. In addition, we will continue to conduct “call visits” to support life at home.
We will continue to carry out the "motivational activity support outreach business" and "light livelihood support business" that we carry out as independent businesses of the town.
We will support subsidies for health promotion projects conducted by Niseko Town Social Welfare Council.
long-term care insurance premiums are a unified premium for the 16 towns and villages of the Shiribeshi Regional Association, but to enable elderly people to live independent daily lives in their familiar communities according to their abilities as much as possible, medical, nursing care, preventative and life support services are provided according to the needs of the elderly, and comprehensive support and services are provided in the community.
We will continue to support the nursing care service and transport service business for the elderly at home provided by Niseko Town Social Welfare Council. In addition, in the food delivery service business, we will cooperate with vendors in the town and also watch over the elderly.
At the "Niseko Town Life Support Center", we will use the adult guardianship system according to the needs of people who do not have sufficient judgment ability due to dementia.
We will continue to provide “welfare kerosene assistance”, “snow removal service business”, “Niseko station front hot spring admission fee assistance”, “house renovation cost subsidy”, “emergency call system business”, etc. so that the elderly can live safely and securely at home. will be implemented.
Regarding efforts to improve the management of the Niseko welfare association, workshops will be held to share the issues of integrated regional care, the welfare association will rebuild the day service function, consider ICT related to improving the productivity of the office, and operate the facility. We plan to manage the process to raise
2. Welfare measures for persons with disabilities
We will work with neighboring towns and villages and business establishments to secure employment opportunities for people with disabilities who cannot be involved in general employment.
In addition to the "disability support project" based on the law, assistance to welfare organizations for the disabled, "hospital and outpatient welfare allowance", "taxi fare assistance", "Niseko station front hot spring admission fee assistance", "housing renovation assistance", " We will also continue to implement medical benefits for severely disabled people and subsidies for the operation of regional activity support centers.
3. long-term care insurance and preventive care programs
In the long-term care prevention business, we will continue to hold "Healthy Health Classroom" and "Muscle Building Classroom" to prevent the need for long-term care in the future. In addition, we will continue to conduct “call visits” to support life at home.
We will continue to carry out the "motivational activity support outreach business" and "light livelihood support business" that we carry out as independent businesses of the town.
We will support subsidies for health promotion projects conducted by Niseko Town Social Welfare Council.
long-term care insurance premiums are a unified premium for the 16 towns and villages of the Shiribeshi Regional Association, but to enable elderly people to live independent daily lives in their familiar communities according to their abilities as much as possible, medical, nursing care, preventative and life support services are provided according to the needs of the elderly, and comprehensive support and services are provided in the community.
(3) Health promotion (health and welfare-related)
1. Medical examination and disease prevention measures
The health checkup project conducted by Niseko Town is scheduled as usual. In addition, regarding cancer screening, we will continue to distribute free coupons for breast cancer screening to people between the ages of 40 and 60, and for cervical cancer screening to people between the ages of 20 and 40.
For disease prevention, we will widely disseminate the knowledge of health promotion to the townspeople. In addition, we will promote educational activities such as holding study sessions at Niseko Town Health Committee.
2. Echinococcus extermination measures
Echinococcus extermination measures have been implemented since 2009 (fiscal year 2009) with the cooperation of volunteer townspeople. Bait (fox bait mixed with insecticide) has been sprayed once a month from May to November every year, and the results have been positive. As a result of this bait application, the positive rate of insect eggs (the percentage of insect eggs in fox droppings) was 0% in the fiscal year 2022 (FY2022).
In the future, the town will call for the implementation of extermination measures in neighboring towns and villages through the meeting of the mayors of Mt. We will implement it.
The health checkup project conducted by Niseko Town is scheduled as usual. In addition, regarding cancer screening, we will continue to distribute free coupons for breast cancer screening to people between the ages of 40 and 60, and for cervical cancer screening to people between the ages of 20 and 40.
For disease prevention, we will widely disseminate the knowledge of health promotion to the townspeople. In addition, we will promote educational activities such as holding study sessions at Niseko Town Health Committee.
2. Echinococcus extermination measures
Echinococcus extermination measures have been implemented since 2009 (fiscal year 2009) with the cooperation of volunteer townspeople. Bait (fox bait mixed with insecticide) has been sprayed once a month from May to November every year, and the results have been positive. As a result of this bait application, the positive rate of insect eggs (the percentage of insect eggs in fox droppings) was 0% in the fiscal year 2022 (FY2022).
In the future, the town will call for the implementation of extermination measures in neighboring towns and villages through the meeting of the mayors of Mt. We will implement it.
3 Creating environmentally friendly Niseko
(1) Conservation of the natural environment and environmental measures (planning environment, townspeople's life, urban construction, water and sewage related)
1. Conservation of natural environment and water resources
In order to preserve the rich natural environment, we will promote various initiatives based on the "Niseko Town Environmental Basic Ordinance", etc., as well as the "Environmental Basic Plan", "Global Warming Countermeasures Action Plan", and "Second Eco-Model City Through the implementation and verification of measures positioned in the Action Plan and General Waste Treatment Basic Plan, we will protect and nurture the town's blessed natural environment, and strive to connect these efforts to economic activities.
In addition, we will regulate certain development around water sources under the Water Source Protection Ordinance and continue to maintain a good environment. Furthermore, under the "Groundwater Conservation Ordinance", we will continue to implement appropriate regulations and strive to conserve groundwater in order to prevent depletion and ground subsidence caused by the extraction of large amounts of groundwater.
2. Landscape creation and orderly development guidance
According to the quasi-city planning and Landscape Ordinance based on the City Planning Act, we have continued to protect Niseko's landscape by promoting development guidance based on landscape formation standards, etc. for buildings and development projects that exceed a certain area. Based on the situation of development projects such as construction, which has become more complicated in recent years, we will continue to formulate construction guidelines following last year and promote the creation of good landscapes.
3. Waste measures
As the town's "General Waste Disposal Basic Plan" (FY2013 to 2023) is coming to an end, it will formulate a new 10-year plan (FY2024 to FY2023) and will also formulate a "Disaster Waste Disposal Plan" that will set out the necessary matters for quickly disposing of waste in the event of a disaster.
In order to build a new environmentally friendly recycling-oriented society, the town will promote waste management while actively working on waste recycling and weight reduction.
Eight years have passed since 2015, when 7 towns and villages at the foot of Mt. So far, we have not made any major changes, such as revising the separation rules, but we will continue to cooperate with related towns and villages to ensure that solid fuel processing facilities are properly operated.
We will respond appropriately to requests such as the expansion and relocation of garbage stations in the town due to the increase in population and households and the invigoration of economic activities.
Regarding measures against unsuitable garbage, we will strengthen measures in cooperation with residents' associations, etc., and strengthen explanations for proper disposal to businesses such as new residents and private lodgings. In order to promote understanding of garbage separation and recycling, we will publicize the use of the "Garbage Separation App Service" and promote initiatives in cooperation with the police regarding illegal waste.
As a measure to reduce non-burnable garbage, we will collect and recycle used small home appliances again this year.
4. Hygiene measures
At Niseko Funeral Hall, we will perform smooth operation and proper maintenance of cremation services. We will strive to improve our services with the aim of further improving them.
Regarding night soil treatment, we will continue to bear the burden of maintenance of the Yotei Sanitation Center through wide-area collaboration, and we will hold discussions with constituent towns and villages to formulate a "Facility Development Basic Plan" for the renewal of the aging Yotei Sanitation Center.
From July this year, the human waste disposal fee (pumping fee) will be revised from 86 yen (including tax) to 94 yen (including tax) per 10 liters.
Subsidizing the installation of combined septic tanks that treat human waste and miscellaneous wastewater will continue while utilizing government subsidies to promote the conversion of pumping and single septic tanks to combined treatment septic tanks to improve the living environment and improve the water environment. proceed to maintenance.
About cemetery which town has jurisdiction over, we try for appropriate management in consideration for neighboring environments.
In order to preserve the rich natural environment, we will promote various initiatives based on the "Niseko Town Environmental Basic Ordinance", etc., as well as the "Environmental Basic Plan", "Global Warming Countermeasures Action Plan", and "Second Eco-Model City Through the implementation and verification of measures positioned in the Action Plan and General Waste Treatment Basic Plan, we will protect and nurture the town's blessed natural environment, and strive to connect these efforts to economic activities.
In addition, we will regulate certain development around water sources under the Water Source Protection Ordinance and continue to maintain a good environment. Furthermore, under the "Groundwater Conservation Ordinance", we will continue to implement appropriate regulations and strive to conserve groundwater in order to prevent depletion and ground subsidence caused by the extraction of large amounts of groundwater.
2. Landscape creation and orderly development guidance
According to the quasi-city planning and Landscape Ordinance based on the City Planning Act, we have continued to protect Niseko's landscape by promoting development guidance based on landscape formation standards, etc. for buildings and development projects that exceed a certain area. Based on the situation of development projects such as construction, which has become more complicated in recent years, we will continue to formulate construction guidelines following last year and promote the creation of good landscapes.
3. Waste measures
As the town's "General Waste Disposal Basic Plan" (FY2013 to 2023) is coming to an end, it will formulate a new 10-year plan (FY2024 to FY2023) and will also formulate a "Disaster Waste Disposal Plan" that will set out the necessary matters for quickly disposing of waste in the event of a disaster.
In order to build a new environmentally friendly recycling-oriented society, the town will promote waste management while actively working on waste recycling and weight reduction.
Eight years have passed since 2015, when 7 towns and villages at the foot of Mt. So far, we have not made any major changes, such as revising the separation rules, but we will continue to cooperate with related towns and villages to ensure that solid fuel processing facilities are properly operated.
We will respond appropriately to requests such as the expansion and relocation of garbage stations in the town due to the increase in population and households and the invigoration of economic activities.
Regarding measures against unsuitable garbage, we will strengthen measures in cooperation with residents' associations, etc., and strengthen explanations for proper disposal to businesses such as new residents and private lodgings. In order to promote understanding of garbage separation and recycling, we will publicize the use of the "Garbage Separation App Service" and promote initiatives in cooperation with the police regarding illegal waste.
As a measure to reduce non-burnable garbage, we will collect and recycle used small home appliances again this year.
4. Hygiene measures
At Niseko Funeral Hall, we will perform smooth operation and proper maintenance of cremation services. We will strive to improve our services with the aim of further improving them.
Regarding night soil treatment, we will continue to bear the burden of maintenance of the Yotei Sanitation Center through wide-area collaboration, and we will hold discussions with constituent towns and villages to formulate a "Facility Development Basic Plan" for the renewal of the aging Yotei Sanitation Center.
From July this year, the human waste disposal fee (pumping fee) will be revised from 86 yen (including tax) to 94 yen (including tax) per 10 liters.
Subsidizing the installation of combined septic tanks that treat human waste and miscellaneous wastewater will continue while utilizing government subsidies to promote the conversion of pumping and single septic tanks to combined treatment septic tanks to improve the living environment and improve the water environment. proceed to maintenance.
About cemetery which town has jurisdiction over, we try for appropriate management in consideration for neighboring environments.
(2) Conversion to a self-sustaining resource-saving society (planning environment, urban construction-related)
1. Promotion of Eco-Model City
The 2nd Eco-Model City Action Plan sets the basic goal of revitalizing economic activities while curbing greenhouse gas emissions. It's a broad-based plan. In order to control greenhouse gas emissions, collaboration with not only the government and townspeople but also private businesses is essential. In collaboration with related organizations, we will promote initiatives based on our action plan to achieve zero carbon.
2. Enactment of ordinances for greenhouse gas reduction and adaptation to climate change
In order to promote greenhouse gas reduction, the town has enacted the "Ordinance on the Proper Promotion of Renewable Energy Businesses," which requires businesses engaged in renewable energy projects such as solar power generation to notify in advance and explain to residents, and has been in operation since April 2022 (2022).
In addition, in order to adapt to the effects of climate change, such as the rise in average temperature, the increase in short-term heavy rain, the intensification of disasters and the occurrence of new infectious diseases, the "Niseko Town Climate Change Adaptation Policy" has been established. clarifies the direction of our efforts. About 70% of the greenhouse gases emitted in the town are derived from buildings, so this year, when building new or remodeling buildings, the main content is to guide them to buildings with high energy-Niseko Town performance. We are aiming to enact an ordinance to promote change measures (provisional name). The enforcement of these ordinances will promote the reduction of greenhouse gases.
3. NISEKO life / model district construction business and establishment of town development company
In the NISEKO life / model district construction project "Niseko Mirai" positioned in the "SDGs Future City Plan", in order to respond to the town's chronic housing shortage and the desire of the townspeople to relocate, based on the perspective of SDGs, such as reducing greenhouse gases, environmental We are developing neighborhoods in consideration of the surface.
This year, we are planning to start construction work in the first construction zone by the implementing body "Niseko Machi Co., Ltd." do it in town.
4. Subsidies for home eco-renovation
For the purpose of reducing the environmental load, we are implementing a housing energy saving renovation promotion subsidy project to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from homes in the town and promote the creation of a more comfortable living environment. Part of the cost is subsidized for town residents who carry out energy-saving repair work (300,000 yen or more) such as thermal insulation repair of windows.
The 2nd Eco-Model City Action Plan sets the basic goal of revitalizing economic activities while curbing greenhouse gas emissions. It's a broad-based plan. In order to control greenhouse gas emissions, collaboration with not only the government and townspeople but also private businesses is essential. In collaboration with related organizations, we will promote initiatives based on our action plan to achieve zero carbon.
2. Enactment of ordinances for greenhouse gas reduction and adaptation to climate change
In order to promote greenhouse gas reduction, the town has enacted the "Ordinance on the Proper Promotion of Renewable Energy Businesses," which requires businesses engaged in renewable energy projects such as solar power generation to notify in advance and explain to residents, and has been in operation since April 2022 (2022).
In addition, in order to adapt to the effects of climate change, such as the rise in average temperature, the increase in short-term heavy rain, the intensification of disasters and the occurrence of new infectious diseases, the "Niseko Town Climate Change Adaptation Policy" has been established. clarifies the direction of our efforts. About 70% of the greenhouse gases emitted in the town are derived from buildings, so this year, when building new or remodeling buildings, the main content is to guide them to buildings with high energy-Niseko Town performance. We are aiming to enact an ordinance to promote change measures (provisional name). The enforcement of these ordinances will promote the reduction of greenhouse gases.
3. NISEKO life / model district construction business and establishment of town development company
In the NISEKO life / model district construction project "Niseko Mirai" positioned in the "SDGs Future City Plan", in order to respond to the town's chronic housing shortage and the desire of the townspeople to relocate, based on the perspective of SDGs, such as reducing greenhouse gases, environmental We are developing neighborhoods in consideration of the surface.
This year, we are planning to start construction work in the first construction zone by the implementing body "Niseko Machi Co., Ltd." do it in town.
4. Subsidies for home eco-renovation
For the purpose of reducing the environmental load, we are implementing a housing energy saving renovation promotion subsidy project to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from homes in the town and promote the creation of a more comfortable living environment. Part of the cost is subsidized for town residents who carry out energy-saving repair work (300,000 yen or more) such as thermal insulation repair of windows.
(3) Promotion of forestry (agriculture-related)
Based on the "Forest Management Plan", we aim to create forests that emphasize the multifaceted functions of forests. In addition, we will continue to support the "rich forest development promotion project" that develops privately owned forests in cooperation with forest cooperatives. In addition, in order to promote forest thinning, the town will continue its own forest thinning promotion project.
For town-owned forests, we will clear-cut and plant trees in the pass area. In addition, we will repair work roads and strive to maintain the functions of the forest.
We will accelerate discussions on building a recycling-oriented society through the utilization of forest resources, including the utilization of privately owned forests.
Established a small company in the town to circulate local resources, and while collaborating with people inside and outside the town, we studied the promotion of wood education for townspeople, the development of human resources, and the production of wood products from felled forests. increase. We are also considering the supply of timber to the SDGs block.
For town-owned forests, we will clear-cut and plant trees in the pass area. In addition, we will repair work roads and strive to maintain the functions of the forest.
We will accelerate discussions on building a recycling-oriented society through the utilization of forest resources, including the utilization of privately owned forests.
Established a small company in the town to circulate local resources, and while collaborating with people inside and outside the town, we studied the promotion of wood education for townspeople, the development of human resources, and the production of wood products from felled forests. increase. We are also considering the supply of timber to the SDGs block.
4 Foster a rich heart and a unique culture
The main items that the mayor proposed to the Board of Education and exchanged opinions with the Board of Education at the General Education Conference of the previous year are as follows.
Educational expenses and child-rearing committee support measures, the future of Niseko High School (what it should be, dormitory maintenance and utilization policies), cooperation with international schools and effective use of school facilities, effective use of school facilities, opportunities to come into contact with culture and art such as theater This is the basic concept of creation. We will continue to cooperate so that the efforts of the Board of Education will proceed smoothly.
Educational expenses and child-rearing committee support measures, the future of Niseko High School (what it should be, dormitory maintenance and utilization policies), cooperation with international schools and effective use of school facilities, effective use of school facilities, opportunities to come into contact with culture and art such as theater This is the basic concept of creation. We will continue to cooperate so that the efforts of the Board of Education will proceed smoothly.
(1) Enhancement of educational environment, promotion of culture and sports (education-related)
According to educational administrative execution policy.
(2) Promotion of community activities and international exchange (townsman life, planning environment related)
1. Niseko Town citizens center, utilization of community facilities
In order to properly operate Niseko Town Center, which is the base for townspeople activities, we will improve the convenience of users while conducting appropriate maintenance and management. In addition, the Nishitomi district townspeople center will promote community activities in the Nishitomi area and use it as a base for disaster prevention.
We will also strive for proper maintenance and management of local community facilities so that they can be used effectively as bases for a variety of community activities.
The central warehouse group is operated under a designated manager system and is used as a place of relaxation for the townspeople. In particular, in addition to being used as a facility that provides a place for child-rearing generations to interact, it also serves as a support and coordination facility for the activities of the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteers.
In addition, it also has functions as a migration and settlement window and as a telework facility. In the future, we will continue to enhance the facility functions as a facility that is familiar to the townspeople.
2. Promotion and support of community development and community development activities
The town considers the role of the local community to be extremely important, including community association activities. We support the formation of activities and local communities.
For local community centers that are operated and managed under the designated manager system due to the restructuring of communities, we support the renovation of facilities and equipment and the removal of snow from parking lots, etc., to improve the convenience of facilities, while reducing the burden on designated managers. We will take mitigation measures.
3. Promotion of international exchange
In order to respond to the internationalization of the town and actively promote the dissemination of information about the town overseas, we will continue to assign five Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs) with high Japanese language skills. Promote multicultural coexistence. With the cooperation of everyone in the community, we will continue to support the activities of the CIRs in a rewarding way, so that opportunities for international exchange will spread throughout the town.
In order to properly operate Niseko Town Center, which is the base for townspeople activities, we will improve the convenience of users while conducting appropriate maintenance and management. In addition, the Nishitomi district townspeople center will promote community activities in the Nishitomi area and use it as a base for disaster prevention.
We will also strive for proper maintenance and management of local community facilities so that they can be used effectively as bases for a variety of community activities.
The central warehouse group is operated under a designated manager system and is used as a place of relaxation for the townspeople. In particular, in addition to being used as a facility that provides a place for child-rearing generations to interact, it also serves as a support and coordination facility for the activities of the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Volunteers.
In addition, it also has functions as a migration and settlement window and as a telework facility. In the future, we will continue to enhance the facility functions as a facility that is familiar to the townspeople.
2. Promotion and support of community development and community development activities
The town considers the role of the local community to be extremely important, including community association activities. We support the formation of activities and local communities.
For local community centers that are operated and managed under the designated manager system due to the restructuring of communities, we support the renovation of facilities and equipment and the removal of snow from parking lots, etc., to improve the convenience of facilities, while reducing the burden on designated managers. We will take mitigation measures.
3. Promotion of international exchange
In order to respond to the internationalization of the town and actively promote the dissemination of information about the town overseas, we will continue to assign five Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs) with high Japanese language skills. Promote multicultural coexistence. With the cooperation of everyone in the community, we will continue to support the activities of the CIRs in a rewarding way, so that opportunities for international exchange will spread throughout the town.
5 Supporting safe and secure living
(1) Strengthening disaster prevention measures (general affairs, firefighting)
1. Strengthening the disaster prevention system
In recent years, Niseko Town disasters have become more frequent and have caused extensive damage all over the country. Based on these, we are building a crisis management system as a local government. In addition, while improving disaster prevention and mitigation functions such as the maintenance of disaster prevention equipment, we will promote efforts such as conducting disaster prevention drills and creating voluntary disaster prevention organizations with the cooperation of residents' associations.
Regarding nuclear disaster prevention measures, based on the "Niseko Town Regional Disaster Prevention Plan/Nuclear Disaster Prevention Plan", we will continue to work closely with the national government, Hokkaido, and related local governments to provide information to the townspeople.
The town hall, which functions as a disaster prevention center, contributes to the safe and secure lives of townspeople as a base for disaster prevention measures.
In terms of strengthening firefighting capabilities, based on the 10-year firefighting plan that started in 2012, we will continue to aim to improve emergency and firefighting capabilities in order to increase firefighting capabilities for residents. This year, since the fire department building is not earthquake-resistant, we will construct a new fire department building on the site of the former government office building, and carry out the detailed design.
2. Bases such as disaster response headquarters
In order to respond to emergencies, the government office building is equipped with a disaster prevention stockpile that stores emergency food, air conditioning heat sources such as electricity, gas, and kerosene, and an emergency power generator. We will continue to develop disaster preparedness systems so that the government office building, which is fully equipped with disaster prevention functions, can fully demonstrate its functions as a disaster prevention base that protects a safe and secure life.
This fiscal year, we will carry out an “implementation design” to consider the construction of the Niseko Fire Department Building, a disaster prevention stockpile warehouse, a parking lot for disaster prevention vehicles, etc. on the site of the former government building.
3. Nuclear disaster prevention measures
The town will pay attention to the verification of countermeasures against the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, consider the peculiarities and seriousness of nuclear disasters, and strive to establish an effective nuclear disaster prevention plan.
In order to protect the lives, bodies, and property of the townspeople, we will make appropriate disaster prevention preparations, and carry out public awareness and enlightenment associated with evacuation in the event of a nuclear disaster.
We will continue to implement nuclear emergency preparedness training jointly with the national government, Hokkaido, and relevant local governments, while incorporating more practical training items.
In order to strengthen the safety measures of Tomari Nuclear Power Station and the disaster prevention system of the region, we will work on nuclear disaster prevention measures together with related organizations such as the national government, Hokkaido, and neighboring municipalities so that we can respond appropriately in an emergency.
In recent years, Niseko Town disasters have become more frequent and have caused extensive damage all over the country. Based on these, we are building a crisis management system as a local government. In addition, while improving disaster prevention and mitigation functions such as the maintenance of disaster prevention equipment, we will promote efforts such as conducting disaster prevention drills and creating voluntary disaster prevention organizations with the cooperation of residents' associations.
Regarding nuclear disaster prevention measures, based on the "Niseko Town Regional Disaster Prevention Plan/Nuclear Disaster Prevention Plan", we will continue to work closely with the national government, Hokkaido, and related local governments to provide information to the townspeople.
The town hall, which functions as a disaster prevention center, contributes to the safe and secure lives of townspeople as a base for disaster prevention measures.
In terms of strengthening firefighting capabilities, based on the 10-year firefighting plan that started in 2012, we will continue to aim to improve emergency and firefighting capabilities in order to increase firefighting capabilities for residents. This year, since the fire department building is not earthquake-resistant, we will construct a new fire department building on the site of the former government office building, and carry out the detailed design.
2. Bases such as disaster response headquarters
In order to respond to emergencies, the government office building is equipped with a disaster prevention stockpile that stores emergency food, air conditioning heat sources such as electricity, gas, and kerosene, and an emergency power generator. We will continue to develop disaster preparedness systems so that the government office building, which is fully equipped with disaster prevention functions, can fully demonstrate its functions as a disaster prevention base that protects a safe and secure life.
This fiscal year, we will carry out an “implementation design” to consider the construction of the Niseko Fire Department Building, a disaster prevention stockpile warehouse, a parking lot for disaster prevention vehicles, etc. on the site of the former government building.
3. Nuclear disaster prevention measures
The town will pay attention to the verification of countermeasures against the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, consider the peculiarities and seriousness of nuclear disasters, and strive to establish an effective nuclear disaster prevention plan.
In order to protect the lives, bodies, and property of the townspeople, we will make appropriate disaster prevention preparations, and carry out public awareness and enlightenment associated with evacuation in the event of a nuclear disaster.
We will continue to implement nuclear emergency preparedness training jointly with the national government, Hokkaido, and relevant local governments, while incorporating more practical training items.
In order to strengthen the safety measures of Tomari Nuclear Power Station and the disaster prevention system of the region, we will work on nuclear disaster prevention measures together with related organizations such as the national government, Hokkaido, and neighboring municipalities so that we can respond appropriately in an emergency.
(2) Enhancement of information infrastructure (planning environment, general affairs)
1.広報広聴活動の充実、コミュニティFMの推進
In order to promote information sharing, which is the basic principle of the Basic Ordinance on Town Development, we have been working to improve the means of providing information, such as the town newsletter, official town website, Facebook, Twitter, and LINE. In 2022, we began using a new social networking site called "note."
We develop various public information public hearing activities while continuing business such as town development round-table conference, town development talk, hello (obanndesu) mayor's office, and adopting opinion in public information public hearing review meeting.
"Radio Niseko", a community-based broadcasting station with the participation of the townspeople, will continue as a town to establish a sustainable management system such as conducting employee training and updating broadcasting equipment in order to enhance the broadcasting system. and provide support. In addition, in order to reliably provide disaster information in the event of a disaster, we will conduct a detailed design for the installation of a backup transmitting station.
2. Efforts to introduce social security and tax number system
The My Number system will be a social foundation to improve the efficiency of the social security and tax system and to realize a society that is highly convenient for the people. We will continue to carry out the necessary administrative procedures and operate the system appropriately in cooperation with related organizations such as the national government and Hokkaido.
3. Strengthening information security
In order to respond to local government information security toughening measures required by the national government (Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications), we have completely separated from February 2017, operating a personal number-based office network, an LGWAN connection network, and an Internet connection network. are doing We will continue to systematically maintain and update equipment in order to strengthen security.
In order to promote information sharing, which is the basic principle of the Basic Ordinance on Town Development, we have been working to improve the means of providing information, such as the town newsletter, official town website, Facebook, Twitter, and LINE. In 2022, we began using a new social networking site called "note."
We develop various public information public hearing activities while continuing business such as town development round-table conference, town development talk, hello (obanndesu) mayor's office, and adopting opinion in public information public hearing review meeting.
"Radio Niseko", a community-based broadcasting station with the participation of the townspeople, will continue as a town to establish a sustainable management system such as conducting employee training and updating broadcasting equipment in order to enhance the broadcasting system. and provide support. In addition, in order to reliably provide disaster information in the event of a disaster, we will conduct a detailed design for the installation of a backup transmitting station.
2. Efforts to introduce social security and tax number system
The My Number system will be a social foundation to improve the efficiency of the social security and tax system and to realize a society that is highly convenient for the people. We will continue to carry out the necessary administrative procedures and operate the system appropriately in cooperation with related organizations such as the national government and Hokkaido.
3. Strengthening information security
In order to respond to local government information security toughening measures required by the national government (Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications), we have completely separated from February 2017, operating a personal number-based office network, an LGWAN connection network, and an Internet connection network. are doing We will continue to systematically maintain and update equipment in order to strengthen security.
(3) Improvement of living environment and promotion of settlement (city construction, planning environment related)
1. Promotion of migration and settlement
According to population estimates based on data from the National Institute of Population and Social Security Research, Niseko Town is also expected to experience population decline after 2030. In order to promote more effective immigration and settlement measures, we will promote measures such as information dissemination focused on the Tokyo metropolitan area.
Article 50 of the Basic Town Development Ordinance states that "We will strive to utilize the wisdom and opinions of people from outside the town in town development.", and we have been working to collaborate with people from outside the town who are interested in Niseko Town. We will continue to work to expand the "related population" and deepen interactions with people registered on the "Hometown Juminhyo (Resident Certificate)," leading to town development from a new perspective.
We will continue to recruit regional revitalization cooperation teams and seek human resources who can actively practice to solve regional issues. After being hired, we will proactively dispatch support personnel to related facilities, etc., and support them so that they can transition to proactive activities in their efforts to become independent after graduation and to solve local issues.
2. Policy for securing housing
In the town, housing development by the private sector is progressing, but because the population and the number of households are increasing beyond that, there is still a situation where sufficient housing is not supplied. In order to solve housing mismatches and housing shortages, we will continue to implement a subsidy system for rental housing that promotes private housing complexes.
Regarding public housing, etc., based on the "Niseko Town Longevity Plan" and "Niseko Town Housing Basic Plan", we will implement long-life compound improvement work for Central Housing Complex Building No. 5.
According to population estimates based on data from the National Institute of Population and Social Security Research, Niseko Town is also expected to experience population decline after 2030. In order to promote more effective immigration and settlement measures, we will promote measures such as information dissemination focused on the Tokyo metropolitan area.
Article 50 of the Basic Town Development Ordinance states that "We will strive to utilize the wisdom and opinions of people from outside the town in town development.", and we have been working to collaborate with people from outside the town who are interested in Niseko Town. We will continue to work to expand the "related population" and deepen interactions with people registered on the "Hometown Juminhyo (Resident Certificate)," leading to town development from a new perspective.
We will continue to recruit regional revitalization cooperation teams and seek human resources who can actively practice to solve regional issues. After being hired, we will proactively dispatch support personnel to related facilities, etc., and support them so that they can transition to proactive activities in their efforts to become independent after graduation and to solve local issues.
2. Policy for securing housing
In the town, housing development by the private sector is progressing, but because the population and the number of households are increasing beyond that, there is still a situation where sufficient housing is not supplied. In order to solve housing mismatches and housing shortages, we will continue to implement a subsidy system for rental housing that promotes private housing complexes.
Regarding public housing, etc., based on the "Niseko Town Longevity Plan" and "Niseko Town Housing Basic Plan", we will implement long-life compound improvement work for Central Housing Complex Building No. 5.
(4) Improvement of road transportation network (city construction, townsman life relations)
1. Road maintenance
Regarding the maintenance of town roads, we will carry out consignment work for “town road Motomachi Yonsen-dori improvement paving work” (L = 480m) and “town road government office front road implementation design” (L = 300m).
Continuing from last year, we will carry out "Bridge Life Extension Inspection Outsourcing Service" (12 locations), as well as "Ogawa Bridge Repair Work Along Town Road Makkari River".
Continuing from the previous fiscal year, we will carry out slope repair work on the forest road Kohanai Line.
2. Road maintenance
Based on the "Niseko Town Road Maintenance Individual Facility Plan", we will strive for proper road maintenance and management while trying to utilize funds such as issuing bonds. In addition, road weeding, gutter cleaning, gravel road repair, and winter snow removal will be outsourced to private businesses.
We will continue to support snow removal assistance for community roads (private roads) and support projects for obtaining driver's licenses such as snow removal machines.
3. Traffic safety and crime prevention measures
It is the wish of all townspeople to lead a life free of traffic accidents and crime. With the aim of creating a safe and secure community, we will work with the police and other relevant organizations, as well as various organizations, schools, and households, to promote traffic safety activities and raise awareness of crime prevention. In particular, with regard to road safety measures, such as school commuting routes for children, in addition to street guidance by traffic safety instructors, etc., we will proceed with discussions with related organizations toward the development of traffic safety facilities such as signs and traffic lights.
In terms of traffic safety lights and security lights, we will maintain environmentally friendly street lights and continue to subsidize the costs and electricity charges for each neighborhood association to install them.
As a crime prevention measure, we will carry out educational campaigns to improve crime prevention awareness, and promote the development of a crime-free town.
Regarding the maintenance of town roads, we will carry out consignment work for “town road Motomachi Yonsen-dori improvement paving work” (L = 480m) and “town road government office front road implementation design” (L = 300m).
Continuing from last year, we will carry out "Bridge Life Extension Inspection Outsourcing Service" (12 locations), as well as "Ogawa Bridge Repair Work Along Town Road Makkari River".
Continuing from the previous fiscal year, we will carry out slope repair work on the forest road Kohanai Line.
2. Road maintenance
Based on the "Niseko Town Road Maintenance Individual Facility Plan", we will strive for proper road maintenance and management while trying to utilize funds such as issuing bonds. In addition, road weeding, gutter cleaning, gravel road repair, and winter snow removal will be outsourced to private businesses.
We will continue to support snow removal assistance for community roads (private roads) and support projects for obtaining driver's licenses such as snow removal machines.
3. Traffic safety and crime prevention measures
It is the wish of all townspeople to lead a life free of traffic accidents and crime. With the aim of creating a safe and secure community, we will work with the police and other relevant organizations, as well as various organizations, schools, and households, to promote traffic safety activities and raise awareness of crime prevention. In particular, with regard to road safety measures, such as school commuting routes for children, in addition to street guidance by traffic safety instructors, etc., we will proceed with discussions with related organizations toward the development of traffic safety facilities such as signs and traffic lights.
In terms of traffic safety lights and security lights, we will maintain environmentally friendly street lights and continue to subsidize the costs and electricity charges for each neighborhood association to install them.
As a crime prevention measure, we will carry out educational campaigns to improve crime prevention awareness, and promote the development of a crime-free town.
(5) Secure local transportation (planning environment, Board of Education)
Due to the shortage of bus drivers and sluggish use of route buses, it is becoming difficult to maintain the operation of route buses. In order to promote the use of public transportation by local residents and visitors, we will formulate the "Niseko Town Public Transportation Plan" in anticipation of the opening of the Hokkaido Shinkansen Sapporo and aim to maintain and secure public transportation.
Regarding measures to secure local traffic along the Hakodate Main Line, which will be separated from Hokkaido Railway Company, the "Hokkaido Shinkansen Parallel Conventional Line Measures Council" organized by Hokkaido and local governments along the line has been discussing. According to the survey results provided by Hokkaido, if the railway is operated by a third sector, it will be difficult for the local government to bear the financial burden because a huge deficit is expected. was confirmed. In order to build sustainable public transportation using buses, we will proceed with discussions with Hokkaido and local governments along the lines, such as future management methods.
The formation of a high-standard road network has become an important issue in further enhancing the stock effect of industry and tourism, such as strengthening inter-regional exchange and cooperation, enhancing regional medical care, and increasing the number of companies and tourists. I'm here. In the Niseko area, a study on the planning stage evaluation of the Shiribeshi Expressway "between Rankoshi-cho and Kutchan-cho" is underway, and discussions are being held at the "Hokkaido Regional Subcommittee" consisting of experts and experts. In the future, we will proceed with request activities to the government for early commercialization.
We will continue to operate the "Niseko Area Circuit Bus", which integrates the "Ski Bus", which aims to help each other in the Fukui area and improve the convenience of ski resort users, and the winter tour bus for tourists.
Regarding measures to secure local traffic along the Hakodate Main Line, which will be separated from Hokkaido Railway Company, the "Hokkaido Shinkansen Parallel Conventional Line Measures Council" organized by Hokkaido and local governments along the line has been discussing. According to the survey results provided by Hokkaido, if the railway is operated by a third sector, it will be difficult for the local government to bear the financial burden because a huge deficit is expected. was confirmed. In order to build sustainable public transportation using buses, we will proceed with discussions with Hokkaido and local governments along the lines, such as future management methods.
The formation of a high-standard road network has become an important issue in further enhancing the stock effect of industry and tourism, such as strengthening inter-regional exchange and cooperation, enhancing regional medical care, and increasing the number of companies and tourists. I'm here. In the Niseko area, a study on the planning stage evaluation of the Shiribeshi Expressway "between Rankoshi-cho and Kutchan-cho" is underway, and discussions are being held at the "Hokkaido Regional Subcommittee" consisting of experts and experts. In the future, we will proceed with request activities to the government for early commercialization.
We will continue to operate the "Niseko Area Circuit Bus", which integrates the "Ski Bus", which aims to help each other in the Fukui area and improve the convenience of ski resort users, and the winter tour bus for tourists.
(6) City planning (related to city construction)
Niseko Kirakaido was developed in 2002 (Heisei 14), and a townscape with a sense of unity was formed. In order to maintain this townscape, we will subsidize the production costs of "protruding signboards" for those who run stores.
In the future, as the population ages, it is expected that vacant houses will be left unattended and the number of buildings that will be poorly managed will increase. We will promote preventive measures to consider and strengthen measures against vacant houses, such as removing abandoned and vacant houses that are obstructing the scenery of the town, and utilizing vacant villas.
In the future, as the population ages, it is expected that vacant houses will be left unattended and the number of buildings that will be poorly managed will increase. We will promote preventive measures to consider and strengthen measures against vacant houses, such as removing abandoned and vacant houses that are obstructing the scenery of the town, and utilizing vacant villas.
6 Creating a foundation for administrative and financial considerations for the future
(1) Promotion of self-government creation (related to planning environment)
In order to deal with the challenges facing the declining population society, we have formulated the "Niseko Town Autonomy Creation Comprehensive Strategy", which summarizes specific measures to be focused on based on the "Town, People, Job Creation Act". is being formulated. We will promote the development of industries that make use of local resources, the development of an environment that enables the realization of diverse work styles, the development of a living environment in which people can continue to live with peace of mind, and the expansion of the non-resident population and related population.
In addition, in order to promote sustainable town development, we will continue various collaborative projects with Niseko Machi Co., Ltd., and consider measures such as expanding the related population through the corporate version of hometown tax and introducing renewable energy. .
In addition, in order to promote sustainable town development, we will continue various collaborative projects with Niseko Machi Co., Ltd., and consider measures such as expanding the related population through the corporate version of hometown tax and introducing renewable energy. .
(2) Town development and strategic administrative and financial management based on a comprehensive plan (planning environment, general affairs, tax affairs, townspeople's life, city construction)
1. Implementation of a new comprehensive plan
The 5th Niseko Town Comprehensive Plan, which advocates "Environmental Creation City Niseko", was formulated as a 12-year long-term plan. In order to realize the "Environmental Creation City Niseko" listed in the plan, "Autonomy Creation Comprehensive Strategy", "SDGs Future City Plan", "Eco-Model City 2nd Action Plan" and "Niseko Town Resilience Regional Plan" etc. , while considering the relationship with important plans, we are steadily implementing plans from a comprehensive perspective.
In addition, since the current comprehensive plan will expire in 2023, the "6th Comprehensive Plan" will be formulated based on the results of a town resident survey conducted in 2022.
2. Strategic administrative and financial management
Based on the "Local Finance Plan" and "Town Administrative Reform Plan" of the country, we will promote more strategic administrative and financial management. It is necessary to consider and implement the most efficient and effective projects within limited financial resources. and strive for highly transparent administrative operations.
Securing independent revenue sources is also an extremely important issue, so we will promote the introduction of an accommodation tax as a new special-purpose tax that will be appropriated for tourism promotion and environmental measures.
In regards to hometown development donations, we have been increasing the number of portal site subscribers since 2021, and have been working to further enhance and strengthen the selection of local products. We are also working to utilize the corporate version of hometown tax donations, and strive to secure business funding and build diverse collaborations and cooperative relationships with companies that sympathize with Niseko Town 's urban development.
3. Strengthening storage measures for town taxes, etc.
We will not only maintain a high collection rate for town taxes and usage fees, which require reliable collection, but also promote measures to ensure early payment, including payment by the due date.
The town believes that creating an environment that makes it easy to pay is the most effective way to deal with storage. Going forward, we will continue to strive to respond to new tax payment methods such as smartphone apps and Internet banking, and promote the enhancement of the payment environment.
As measures for delinquent taxpayers, we will continue to promote efforts to quickly assess the ability to pay taxes. As a result, taxpayers who are judged to be in financial difficulty will be encouraged to receive tax exemptions or deferrals, and support will be provided so that they can focus on rebuilding their lives. In addition, for delinquent taxpayers who do not pay their taxes even if they have the ability to pay, we will implement delinquent tax dispositions such as seizure from the end of the fiscal year to raise awareness of paying taxes on time. In promoting these efforts, the entire organization will continue to improve tax audit capabilities.
Due to recent collection measures, the amount of delinquent town tax has been significantly reduced, but in order to maintain a high collection rate in the future, we will continue to pass on know-how within the workplace and maintain a high level of tax administration as an organization. I will try. In addition, in taxation and collection, we will strive to strengthen our organizational capabilities and improve our knowledge so that we can respond to major changes in the tax environment, including digital transformation.
4. Family register Juminhyo (Resident Certificate) procedures
We will endeavor to protect personal information while processing notifications and certificates such as family register, address, and seal registration, as well as affairs related to personal identification number cards (My Number Card), in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
To simplify procedures when moving in, we are utilizing the "Transfer Reception Support System" introduced in March 2021 to improve convenience for visitors and reduce the time spent in the building during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are also working to improve convenience for residents by allowing them to issue Juminhyo (Resident Certificate) and seal certificates at convenience stores using their My Number Card.
In terms of efforts to protect human rights, from the standpoint of respecting basic human rights, which are the basic principles of the Constitution of Japan, human rights protection commissioners commissioned by the Minister of Justice take the lead in conducting activities such as holding human rights classes at elementary schools. increase. We will strive to raise awareness of the importance of life and the protection of human rights while responding to diversifying social conditions, such as discrimination due to infection with the new coronavirus.
In the administrative work of the National Pension, we will work together with the pension office to ensure the smooth execution of applications and various notification documents for insured persons and pension recipients.
The 5th Niseko Town Comprehensive Plan, which advocates "Environmental Creation City Niseko", was formulated as a 12-year long-term plan. In order to realize the "Environmental Creation City Niseko" listed in the plan, "Autonomy Creation Comprehensive Strategy", "SDGs Future City Plan", "Eco-Model City 2nd Action Plan" and "Niseko Town Resilience Regional Plan" etc. , while considering the relationship with important plans, we are steadily implementing plans from a comprehensive perspective.
In addition, since the current comprehensive plan will expire in 2023, the "6th Comprehensive Plan" will be formulated based on the results of a town resident survey conducted in 2022.
2. Strategic administrative and financial management
Based on the "Local Finance Plan" and "Town Administrative Reform Plan" of the country, we will promote more strategic administrative and financial management. It is necessary to consider and implement the most efficient and effective projects within limited financial resources. and strive for highly transparent administrative operations.
Securing independent revenue sources is also an extremely important issue, so we will promote the introduction of an accommodation tax as a new special-purpose tax that will be appropriated for tourism promotion and environmental measures.
In regards to hometown development donations, we have been increasing the number of portal site subscribers since 2021, and have been working to further enhance and strengthen the selection of local products. We are also working to utilize the corporate version of hometown tax donations, and strive to secure business funding and build diverse collaborations and cooperative relationships with companies that sympathize with Niseko Town 's urban development.
3. Strengthening storage measures for town taxes, etc.
We will not only maintain a high collection rate for town taxes and usage fees, which require reliable collection, but also promote measures to ensure early payment, including payment by the due date.
The town believes that creating an environment that makes it easy to pay is the most effective way to deal with storage. Going forward, we will continue to strive to respond to new tax payment methods such as smartphone apps and Internet banking, and promote the enhancement of the payment environment.
As measures for delinquent taxpayers, we will continue to promote efforts to quickly assess the ability to pay taxes. As a result, taxpayers who are judged to be in financial difficulty will be encouraged to receive tax exemptions or deferrals, and support will be provided so that they can focus on rebuilding their lives. In addition, for delinquent taxpayers who do not pay their taxes even if they have the ability to pay, we will implement delinquent tax dispositions such as seizure from the end of the fiscal year to raise awareness of paying taxes on time. In promoting these efforts, the entire organization will continue to improve tax audit capabilities.
Due to recent collection measures, the amount of delinquent town tax has been significantly reduced, but in order to maintain a high collection rate in the future, we will continue to pass on know-how within the workplace and maintain a high level of tax administration as an organization. I will try. In addition, in taxation and collection, we will strive to strengthen our organizational capabilities and improve our knowledge so that we can respond to major changes in the tax environment, including digital transformation.
4. Family register Juminhyo (Resident Certificate) procedures
We will endeavor to protect personal information while processing notifications and certificates such as family register, address, and seal registration, as well as affairs related to personal identification number cards (My Number Card), in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
To simplify procedures when moving in, we are utilizing the "Transfer Reception Support System" introduced in March 2021 to improve convenience for visitors and reduce the time spent in the building during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are also working to improve convenience for residents by allowing them to issue Juminhyo (Resident Certificate) and seal certificates at convenience stores using their My Number Card.
In terms of efforts to protect human rights, from the standpoint of respecting basic human rights, which are the basic principles of the Constitution of Japan, human rights protection commissioners commissioned by the Minister of Justice take the lead in conducting activities such as holding human rights classes at elementary schools. increase. We will strive to raise awareness of the importance of life and the protection of human rights while responding to diversifying social conditions, such as discrimination due to infection with the new coronavirus.
In the administrative work of the National Pension, we will work together with the pension office to ensure the smooth execution of applications and various notification documents for insured persons and pension recipients.
(3) Systematic management of public facilities (general affairs, common to all agencies)
While public facilities built in the past will reach the renewal time from now on, the financial environment surrounding local governments is still in a severe situation.
2022 In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2013 (FY2022), based on the new "Comprehensive Management Plan for Public Facilities, etc.", we will continue to systematically renew and maintain public facilities and promote the leveling and reduction of the financial burden.
In promoting the plan, we will consider and implement the perspective of reducing the burden on the environment as well as reducing costs. For this reason, based on the 4th Niseko Town Global Warming Countermeasures Action Plan (office work), each section will work together to continuously manage public facilities to reduce CO2 emissions.
2022 In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2013 (FY2022), based on the new "Comprehensive Management Plan for Public Facilities, etc.", we will continue to systematically renew and maintain public facilities and promote the leveling and reduction of the financial burden.
In promoting the plan, we will consider and implement the perspective of reducing the burden on the environment as well as reducing costs. For this reason, based on the 4th Niseko Town Global Warming Countermeasures Action Plan (office work), each section will work together to continuously manage public facilities to reduce CO2 emissions.
(4) Future town style (general affairs, planning environment)
The Shiribeshi Regional Association handles tax delinquency settlement, national health insurance, long-term care insurance, and administrative appeals committee affairs.
The Fourth Shiribeshi Regional Union Wide Area Plan has been formulated, with a five-year planning period starting from 2022). Niseko Town will also work with related towns and villages to promote the smooth implementation and efficiency of regional administrative processing.
The Fourth Shiribeshi Regional Union Wide Area Plan has been formulated, with a five-year planning period starting from 2022). Niseko Town will also work with related towns and villages to promote the smooth implementation and efficiency of regional administrative processing.
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