THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MAYOR’S LEADERSHIP IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF BAN KROT TOWN MUNICIPALITY, BAN KROT SUB-DISTRICT, BANG PA-IN DISTRICT, PHRA NAKHON SI AYUTTHAYA PROVINCE

Abstract

This research study aimed to: 1) investigate the leadership of the mayor in relation to the administration of Ban Krot Town Municipality, Ban Krot Sub-district, 2) compare the leadership of the mayor in the administration of Ban Krot Town Municipality as perceived by citizens categorized by their personal factors; and 3) propose guidelines for developing the leadership of the mayor in the administration of Ban Krot Town Municipality. The research employed both quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative research involved a sample of 388 citizens residing in the area. A questionnaire was used as the research instrument, and statistical analyses included frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and F-test. The qualitative research involved 11 key informants, including municipal scholars, permanent civil servants, deputy municipal clerks, community leaders, and members of the municipal council. Data were collected through interviews. The findings revealed that:

1. The leadership of the mayor was rated at the highest level. In overall, the

dimensions with the highest mean scores were vision, credibility, decision-making, inspiration, and personality.

1. In comparing leadership perceptions across different personal factors such as

gender, age, education level, occupation, and average monthly income, there was no statistically significant differences were found.

1. The guidelines for developing the mayor’s leadership in the administration of Ban

Krot Town Municipality consisted of two main guidelines: 1) the inspirational aspect, the mayor has ideas, determination in administration, and creates opportunities to motivate public participation in governance. The mayor envisions success in work, is committed to completing tasks, and provides quick assistance to the public. The mayor is determined to develop the local area effectively.