94091900https://english.heo.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=D6A83BFCE566A3B6&s=6E32D91129546F5B“Cycling Around Taipei” Riverside Cycling Challenge CertificationOrigin of the eventThe construction of the Taipei riverside bikeways began in earnest in 2002. The Taipei City Cycling Loop Route was implemented in 2012 to connect the riverfront and urban bikeways, and the 112-kilometer-long riverside bikeway network has now been completed. The Hydraulic Engineering Office of the Public Works Department, Taipei City Government (HEO) is organizing the “Cycling Around Taipei” Riverside Bike Challenge Certification Campaign, with the hope that through the monthly task, the public will be encouraged to learn about the beauty of the riverside bikeways and develop a long-term and sustainable exercise habit.  RegulationsEvent Date：from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2026 Eligibility: There are no specific restrictions on participation. Participants are required to have a smartphone with GPS and internet access. Registration should be done exclusively through the Velodash app, and the entire cycling ride must be recorded using the Velodash app to track the route. Each participant is required to sign up and bind one Velodash account to successfully register to the event.<ul class="HEO_list_btn"><li><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=E79D989C05E84235&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title='Monthly Task “Challenge Ride"'>Monthly Task “Challenge Ride"</a></li><li><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=E1308F385DE26E84&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title='Monthly Task “Easy Ride"'>Monthly Task “Easy Ride"</a></li><li><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=E8E245A6B3B78A96&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monthly Dating Activit">Monthly Dating Activity</a></li><li id="isPasted"><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=EC91C7AC13699ABE&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Finisher List and Leaderboard">Finisher List and Leaderboard</a></li><li><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=081D1195CA8BEAC6&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lucky Draw for Goodies">Lucky Draw for Goodies</a></li><li id="isPasted"><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=4071DABDC2B076A9&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Super Cyclist Certification">Super Cyclist Certification</a></li><li id="isPasted"><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=0FBCDFA2A8552921&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Badge Hand Hanging Cloth Redemption">Badge Hand Hanging Cloth Redemption</a></li><li><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=B389CBEE139C22C6&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FAQ">FAQ</a></li><li><a class="aspx" href="cp.aspx?n=6B46F2F5104184B4&Create=1&s=6BDC255E6A142EF9&ccms_cs=1&state=F5D336F102ACBC68" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Notice">Notice</a></li></ul> Activity route<iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1pK0i4rP4SWSKYs-KjTYUJgK9thQVOR8&ehbc=2E312F" width="100%" height="480" title="activity route">Activity route</iframe> Completion reward<ol><li>The first 1,000 approved participants (arranged in order based on their “ride completion time”) will receive one “Taipei Gorgeous Manhole” limited-edition manhole cover-shaped metal commemorative badge each in sequence. One badge type will be sent out every month. The number of “Challenge Ride” and “Easy Ride” is limited to 1,000 each, while stocks last.</li><li>For the same account, if the individual completes both the “Challenge Ride” and “Easy Ride” mission conditions separately in the same month, they only can receive one commemorative item. The “Challenge Ride” and “Easy Ride” missions will only be verified for the first completed record in the same account for that month. If there are multiple completions in the same month, they cannot exchange for commemorative items again. Additionally, the mileage completed in the “Challenge Ride” event will not be calculated within the “Easy Ride” event.</li><li>Those who collect all 12 badges over 12 months will also receive one mystery collectible prize (must be collected in person at Taipei City Hall): <a href="#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="link">link</a></li><li>The Finisher's Souvenir will be sent by registered mail. If you receive an email notification from the organizing committee to provide your prize collection information, please be sure to fill in the relevant details (recipient’s name, mobile phone number, mailing address, etc.) by the notified deadline. If the information is incomplete and not supplemented by the deadline specified by the organizing committee, the said participant will be deemed to have forfeited the eligibility to receive the memorabilia. Mailing is limited to delivery within the territory of the Republic of China (Taiwan). If the delivery is returned, it will be considered as forfeiting the eligibility to receive the prize, and reshipping will not be provided.</li></ol>[][][{"title":"Cycling Around Taipei","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409190/39ab54c6-e910-4f72-8ffd-245f6cf8a85e.png"}][]Hydraulic Engineering Office94091880https://english.heo.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=D6A83BFCE566A3B6&s=D8CE823DEF062B20United in Solidarity to Protect Our Homes: Taipei City Flood Disaster Prevention Community Pledge Rally Held on July 5thDisaster prevention is grounded in a philosophy of "70% self-reliance, 20% mutual aid, and 10% government support." In this spirit, the Hydraulic Engineering Office (HEO) of the Public Works Department of the Taipei City Government has been a staunch advocate for the development of autonomous disaster prevention communities. The "Taipei City Flood Prevention Community Pledge Rally," held on July 5th, was not just a ceremonial gathering but a vital initiative to bolster the commitment and involvement of these resilient communities. The rally served as a call to action, encouraging continuous improvement in their disaster readiness, crucial in combating extreme weather events through combined public and private efforts. Since 2019, the HEO has successfully established 15 autonomous flood prevention communities and plans to introduce three more by 2024, totaling 18. These communities are pivotal in mitigating the impacts of typhoons and heavy rainfall by ensuring that the populace is well-prepared well before disasters occur. The crux of this preparedness lies in empowering residents to foster robust, autonomous disaster response capabilities. When calamities strike, these communities act as the primary first line of defense before governmental intervention, with their strength and preparedness directly influencing their ability to safeguard their homes and neighborhoods during critical moments. As typhoon season approaches, the HEO orchestrated the "Taipei City Flood Prevention Community Pledge Rally" on July 5th. This event brought together community leaders and essential members of the response teams from autonomous disaster prevention communities. It featured an array of activities including keynote speeches, sessions for sharing experiences, motivational talks by agency heads, a flag ceremony, and a pledge group photograph, all designed to enhance community involvement and foster a sense of pride in their crucial role in building resilient communities that can withstand and triumph over disasters. The HEO’s River Administration Section emphasized that the rally was designed to foster pre-typhoon season dialogue and exchanges between community leaders and response teams. It provided an essential platform for members of newly formed disaster prevention communities to gain insights into the strategies and goals of autonomous disaster prevention efforts. Moreover, it offered an invaluable opportunity for established community members to exchange knowledge and learn from one another’s experiences in disaster management. To counter the effects of heavy rains and potential flooding, the Taipei City Government is actively promoting collaboration between public and private sectors. As the challenges of extreme climate change intensify, the role of autonomous disaster prevention becomes increasingly crucial. The HEO is dedicated to pushing forward the "Resilient Autonomous Flood Prevention Communities Initiative," which aims to empower residents, especially those in flood-prone areas, to respond decisively during critical disaster moments. By enhancing the community's capabilities for self-help and mutual aid, this initiative seeks to extend the scope of disaster prevention measures and amplify the overall disaster response capacity across the city.[][][{"title":"The HEO has successfully established 15 autonomous flood prevention communities across the city","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409188/fd35a09f-494d-4823-bc75-5b2fd5525bbe.jpg"},{"title":"Public-private cooperation is key to safeguarding our homes and ensuring community safety","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409188/463ad5b5-d3cc-48ed-815d-9be299a07676.jpg"},{"title":"Since 2019, the HEO has successfully established 15 autonomous flood prevention communities across the city","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409188/9511891c-cf6d-4697-9179-ebfba5c77783.jpg"},{"title":"The HEO encourages these communities to continuously enhance their disaster response capabilities","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409188/ab08947b-ee21-4686-a6a9-dd5333c91837.jpg"}][]Hydraulic Engineering Office94091820https://english.heo.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=D6A83BFCE566A3B6&s=E54312DD6E4AEF5CNew Landmark in Riverside Taipei Guandu Wharf Container Market opened on May 21stOver the past few years, the Hydraulic Engineering Office of Taipei City had been promoting various development projects to connect the riverbanks with the urban areas, so that the waterfront space was not only used for flood control, but also as the best place for the citizens to enjoy lively, water-friendly, and convenient recreational activities. For example, the Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market had become a must-see landmark for domestic and foreign tourists in Taipei City. Recently, another waterfront attraction, the Guandu Wharf Container Market, was launched, with a grand opening scheduled for May 21st.The Hydraulic Engineering Office invited everyone to experience music, food and 3.5-minute fireworks show to celebrate the summer's waterfront events in Taipei City. According to the Hydraulic Engineering Office of Taipei City, the City had operated the Guandu Wharf surrounding area for many years, including the bicycle bridge across the entrance of the Jhonggang River and the waterfront plaza of Guandu, which was completed in 2014. Later in 2020, the City launched a project to improve Guandu Wharf and the surrounding area. By 2021, the walkway of Guandu Wharf had been improved, the viewing platform had been expanded and there was an additional checkpoint and art display, so that the platform around the wharf and the piazza space were connected to become a brand-new riverside recreational area. In 2023, the Guandu Wharf Fountain and the surrounding area were completed. This project expanded and optimized the fountain section, added a sand play area and physical fitness facilities and provided more diversified facilities for the citizens to relax and enjoy. In order to diversify the leisure activities in the vicinity of Guandu Wharf, the Hydraulic Engineering Office had referred to the successful case of "Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market" to plan the light refreshment area and commissioned a business vendor to run the "Guandu Wharf Container Market." The "Guandu Wharf Container Market" had a grand opening ceremony on May 21, 2024.Mediasphere Communications LTD., the operator that ran the Container Market, had organized the event and hopes that everyone could enjoy the Guandu waterfront. Fourteen exotic food vendors, including hamburgers, Okinawan style rice balls, spaghetti, Korean fried chicken, unagi rice, hotdogs, brewed coffees and beer, were available for everyone to taste while enjoying the river scenery. Each container house offered unique taste sensations. In addition, in order to protect the charming riverside scenery, the Container Market had built underground cables, water pipes and sewage system equipment to provide a safe and clean dining environment. The "Guandu Wharf Container Market" not only combined gourmet food, scenery, musical performances and installation art creations, but also planned to cooperate with maritime operators in the future so that the citizens could enjoy the sunset scenery and natural ecology along the Tamsui River by taking scheduled boats between the Guandu Wharf and Dadaocheng Wharf. Furthermore, the operator planned to organize one-day tours to experience the Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market and Dihua Street, visited the century-old Guandu Temple and the Beitou Hot Springs, so that visitors could gain a deeper understanding of the history, culture and natural scenery of the Beitou district and its surrounding areas. We hoped that Guandu Wharf would become a good place for the public to relax, taste gourmet food and enjoy the natural scenery. The Hydraulic Engineering Office sincerely invited everyone to witness the grand opening of the "Guandu Wharf Container Market" on 5/21. There were live band performances and a 3.5-minute firework display; we looked forward to having a wonderful moment with you at Guandu Wharf.[][][{"title":"A must-visit landmark on the waterfront of Taipei City - Guandu Wharf Container Market","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/5cb19152-72cc-4a09-9553-ade7dce965eb.jpg"},{"title":"Mayor of Taipei City, Wan-An Chian","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/f25d0c51-61df-4f43-80ca-ba3cb0990b68.jpg"},{"title":"Each container house offered unique taste sensations","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/9a066436-662a-478a-a86f-a273aac8aba7.jpg"},{"title":"Grand Opening of Guandu Wharf Container Market","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/9299ca59-b727-4307-8c93-feb93b306404.jpg"},{"title":"New Landmark in Riverside of Taipei ","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/9158b7ea-6d95-4016-bf06-621941ffeebc.jpg"},{"title":"Mayor of Taipei City, Wan-An Chiang, Deputy Mayor of New Taipei City, Tih-Ju Chu, and Director of the Austrian Office Taipei, Roland Rudorfer, attended the grand opening ceremony","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/265a0340-0fbc-4e23-a749-d73aeeb753bf.jpg"},{"title":"New Landmark in Riverside of Taipei Guandu Wharf Container Market opened on May 21st","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/c0dbcffd-1993-4e83-a31a-acb91ebd3b01.jpg"},{"title":"Guandu Wharf Container Market opened on May 21st","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/355/relpic/31013/9409182/fa071fae-ebfb-4653-a6e4-c5c1401f5e65.jpg"}][]Hydraulic Engineering Office