Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government

Mayor Ko Wen-je presided over the inauguration ceremony of the new building at the Mortuary Services Office Second Funeral Parlor on December 5.
During his address, the mayor stressed that the primary objective for the overhaul is to integrate the concept of carbon emission reduction and environmental-friendly green energy into mortuary services.
According to Ko, the facilities had served the city well since its inauguration in 1975, yet aspects such as equipment, space utilization, and circulation are inevitably outdated by modern standards. Through the construction project, the facility will acquire more rooms with a taller building, providing more space for funeral services and parking. However, the mayor encouraged visitors to take public transportation to minimize the impact on traffic along Xinhai Road.
The mayor stressed that in the interest of sustainability, he believes in not using drapes, seat covers, and rugs. However, the City respects the wishes of everyone and does its best to accommodate their preferences. He hopes that the new building will provide the public with quality environment during memorial services.
During the interview after the event, the media asked Ko why he was so detailed in his inspection of the cold chambers. The mayor explained that it is a habit from his days as a doctor, being highly interested in aspects such as sanitation and sterilization.