From Budget Analysis to Field Case Studies
Strengthening Legislative Competence Through Practical Training
The Jinju City Council in South Gyeongsang Province conducted the "2025 Jinju City Council Legislative Activity Capacity Building Training" over three days from June 30 to July 2 in various locations across Busan.
This training was designed to strengthen the legislative expertise and practical capabilities of the 9th Jinju City Council members. The program focused on enhancing policy competency to meet the changing administrative environment and citizens' expectations. A total of 31 participants, including council members and staff of the council secretariat, attended the training.
The main contents of the training included: ▲ analyzing and proposing alternatives for budget and settlement statements using ChatGPT; ▲ identifying administrative issues and utilizing them for audits; ▲ drafting and reviewing ordinances in an accessible manner; ▲ practical sessions on drafting inquiries, five-minute free speeches, document submission requirements, and legislative report writing. The program also included statutory mandatory education such as training on the prevention of the four major types of violence.
On the second day of the training, the council members explored ways to enhance Jinju's city brand and connect policies by examining cases of regional revitalization that combine Busan's tourism resources with its marine environment, as well as examples of utilizing international conference infrastructure.
Chairman Baek Seunghung stated, "This training was organized as a practical, results-oriented program rather than a formal education session," adding, "It will help improve the policy capabilities of council members and realize open, citizen-centered legislative activities."
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