The Role of Local Politicians in Integrated Community Waste Management with Participation of Government and People in Lai Hin Sub-District Municipality, Ko Kha District, Lampang Province

Abstract

This research article aimed to study the role of local politicians in integrated community waste management involving the participation of government and residents in Lai Hin Subdistrict Municipality, Ko Kha District, Lampang Province. This study employed a quantitative research approach. The sample group consisted of 372 individuals aged 18 years and older living in Lai Hin Subdistrict Municipality, selected from a total population of 5,229 people. The sample size was determined using Taro Yamane's formula. The research instrument was a questionnaire assessing the roles of local politicians in integrated participatory waste management among the government and the people in Lai Hin Subdistrict Municipality. Descriptive statistics, including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation, were used to analyze the data.

The results revealed that the overall role of local politicians in integrated community waste management, with participation from the government and the residents, was at a moderate level. When considering individual aspects, the highest mean value was observed for behavior appropriate to one's status, which was rated at a high level. This was followed by self-awareness regarding assigned roles and responsibilities, rated at a moderate level. The evaluation of duty performance was also at a moderate level. The aspect with the lowest mean value was being a role model in performing duties, which was rated at a moderate level.