The Koh Samui City Council concluded its 3rd Ordinary Session of 2025, celebrating young athletes who secured 9 medals and a Royal Trophy at the 69th Royal Trophy Inter-School Track and Field Competition.

They also approved 2026 budgets, new public health investments, and waste management upgrades, including new garbage trucks.

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Council Meeting Overview

On Friday, August 29, 2025, the Koh Samui City Council convened its 3rd Ordinary Session, 2nd Meeting for the year 2025. The meeting took place at 1:30 PM in the Koh Samui City Council meeting room, presided over by Mr. Thitiphan Chanthong, President of the Council. The session featured key agenda items regarding municipal planning, budget allocation, and community recognition.

Honoring Local Achievements in Athletics

A highlight of the session was the presentation of certificates of honor to supervising teachers and student athletes from Koh Samui who participated in the 69th Royal Trophy Inter-School Track and Field Competition. This national event, held at the Chalermphrakiat Sports Stadium in Pathum Thani Province from August 4-8, 2025, saw 256 schools and over 2,200 athletes competing. Koh Samui City Municipality was represented by 19 athletes, who achieved remarkable success with a total of nine medals:

Track (Individual): 3 gold, 2 bronze
Track (Team): 1 silver, 1 bronze
Field: 1 silver, 1 bronze
Special Achievement: Koh Samui’s under-10 girls’ team won the Royal Trophy in their category

The honors aimed to recognize and celebrate those who brought distinction to Koh Samui City Municipality through their sportsmanship and achievements.

Key Agenda Items and Approvals

1. Annual Expenditure Budget Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2026

The council discussed and approved the draft of the annual expenditure budget ordinance for the upcoming fiscal year, setting the financial direction for 2026.

2. Utilization of Forest Land for Municipal Projects

Approval was granted for the council to seek permission under Section 54 of the Forest Act, B.E. 2484 (1941), to utilize forest land for five different projects. This paves the way for municipal development initiatives that require such land.

3. Public Health Plan Investments

A request was made and approved to transfer part of the 2025 expenditure budget to fund improvements for the dental room at the Bang Rak Public Health Service Center. This investment falls under the municipality’s General Administration of Public Health plan and includes setting aside additional funds for unforeseen obligations.

4. Waste Management and Community Improvements

The council approved two separate budget transfers for waste and sewage disposal initiatives:
– Investment in three rear-compacting garbage trucks, each with a six-cubic-meter capacity
– Investment in one container-lifting garbage truck with a capacity of no less than four cubic meters

Both items fall under the Housing and Community Plan for enhanced municipal waste management. Funds were also set aside in each case for contingencies.

Community Engagement and Transparency

Citizens interested in council proceedings can access a recorded broadcast of the meeting, as well as photos and a full meeting report, through the following official platforms:

These resources provide transparency and encourage public participation in local governance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Koh Samui City Council 3rd Ordinary Session 2025 – FAQ

What were the main highlights of Koh Samui City Council’s 3rd Ordinary Session of 2025?

The session honored young athletes for their outstanding achievements at the 69th Royal Trophy Inter-School Track and Field Competition, discussed and approved the 2026 annual budget, and introduced new investments in public health and waste management.

How did Koh Samui athletes perform at the 69th Royal Trophy Inter-School Track and Field Competition?

Koh Samui athletes won a total of nine medals: 3 gold and 2 bronze in individual track events, 1 silver and 1 bronze in team track events, 1 silver and 1 bronze in field events, and the under-10 girls’ team secured the prestigious Royal Trophy in their category.

What improvements were approved for public health and waste management?

The council approved upgrades to the dental room at the Bang Rak Public Health Service Center and set aside additional funds for unforeseen health needs. For waste management, they allocated budgets for three new rear-compacting garbage trucks and one container-lifting garbage truck, as well as funds for contingencies to support municipal cleanliness and efficiency.