The expansion project of the third phase of Longtan Science Park in Taoyuan City continues to advance. Mayor Zhang Shanzheng said at the municipal meeting today (11th) that 104 hectares of the third phase of Longke will be used for TSMC’s advanced process plants. The development project has been reviewed by the National Development Council and has yet to be finalized by the Executive Yuan. However, “industrial development is as fast as the stars.” "Fire", the city government cannot passively wait for the administrative procedures to go through one after another. It has required all bureaus to make advance arrangements for the five major aspects of land, transportation, industrial hinterland, water and electricity, and education. In particular, the land acquisition must be completed in October 2028 to fully prepare for the entry of TSMC and related supply chains.
Zhang Shanzheng pointed out that Longke Phase III is an important key to Taoyuan's industrial transformation and future competitiveness. Although it still needs to be approved by the Executive Yuan, the city government must be ahead of the preparation work and requires relevant bureaus to grasp the next one or two years to accelerate various supporting facilities. In terms of land acquisition, the Land Bureau has set a goal of completing land acquisition by October 2020. The city government will work closely with the Zhuke Management Bureau to provide complete information to landowners, implement the principles of preferential compensation and proper resettlement, and take into account local needs.
In terms of transportation, the feasibility study of the MRT Orange Line was submitted to the Ministry of Transportation for review last month, and the plan prioritizes the Pingzhen to Longtan section including the Longke branch line. In addition, the feasibility assessment of the Xinmeilong and Banlong Expressways, as well as the widening projects of Yongguang Road, Meilong Road, and Longxin Road will also continue to advance. Funds will be sought from the central government to assess the impact of traffic flow in the park on surrounding residents in advance.
In terms of industrial hinterland, considering that TSMC's presence will drive a large number of upstream and downstream supply chains, the city government has simultaneously promoted a comprehensive review of the Pingzhen Shanziding urban plan of approximately 100 hectares, the expansion of the Yangmei Young Lion Phase II urban plan of approximately 126 hectares, and the privately developed New Westgate Park of approximately 17 hectares, totaling approximately 243 hectares, as the future industrial development hinterland, and will report to the Taozhumiao Greater Silicon Valley inter-ministerial meeting based on the progress.
In terms of water and electricity supply, the recycled water target is to supply 40,000 tons per day in 2031 and increase to 72,000 tons in 2035; tap water is working with Taiwan Water and Zhuke to achieve a daily supply of 80,000 tons in 2031. In the power sector, the Economic Development Bureau is coordinating with the military and private landowners to expedite the confirmation of installation locations and follow-up projects regarding the land and administrative operations for Taipower's Longhsien high-voltage towers.
In terms of educational supporting facilities, the Longke Elementary School land was purchased and signed at an agreed price on October 13. The city government is striving to complete and put it into operation in the 119th school year and requires the new construction office to speed up operations; during the transition period, Lingyun Elementary School will be used as a relay resettlement school to ensure the connection between the original Delong Elementary School students. He emphasized that Longke Phase III is not only related to Taoyuan’s industrial competitiveness, but also an important opportunity for the city’s next wave of transformation and development, and all bureaus must accelerate its promotion.
