건강도시 조례의 내용 분석 = A content analysis of Korean healthy city ordinances

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

Objectives: This study aimed to analyze the contents of healthy city ordinances in Korea. Methods: Out of the 101 healthy city members of the Korea Healthy City Partnership (KHCP), 88 cities that were reported to have healthy city ordinance by KHCP were included in this study. The contents were analyzed using the framework of normative and operational aspects. The normative aspects of the healthy city ordinance covered the purpose, definition, fundamental principles, responsibility, and programs of a healthy city. The operational aspects of the healthy city ordinance included the master plan, steering committee, financial support, and community participation. The contents of each healthy city ordinance were coded in Microsoft Excel for descriptive analyses. Results: In terms of the normative aspects, the purposes of the healthy city ordinance were relatively consistent across the ordinances, but the definition and the scope of healthy city program were either lacking or inconsistent. Among the operational aspects, most of the ordinances contained the articles for master plan, financial support, and steering committee, but their details were insufficient. However, we found a few innovative approaches that are not institutionalized at the national level. Conclusion: The findings of this study may facilitate the understanding of the current status of the Korean healthy cities. We also provide some suggestions to strengthen the healthy city ordinances.