Get Free Repairs for Dull Knives and Broken Umbrellas

Gwangjin-gu to Operate 'Knife Sharpening and Umbrella Repair Centers' in Second Half... Touring 15 Community Service Centers from July to End of November

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Seon-gap) operates a free "Knife Sharpening and Umbrella Repair Center" that repairs dull knives, scissors, umbrellas, and more for residents.

This project was established not only to provide convenience to residents but also to support job creation and livelihood stabilization for low-income vulnerable groups. Participants in the "Community Job Project" who possess knife sharpening and umbrella repair skills carry out the repairs directly.

In the first half of this year, the center temporarily suspended operations to prevent the spread of COVID-19 but resumed operations in May under compliance with quarantine rules such as wearing masks and providing hand sanitizers.

In the second half of the year, from this month until the end of November, the center will operate on a rotating basis once or twice a month at 15 community service centers within Gwangjin-gu.

Operating hours are weekdays from 1 PM to 5 PM.

Residents who wish to have repairs done can bring their items to the center installed outside each community service center according to the schedule of each district and receive immediate repairs.

Repairs are possible even in districts other than the resident's registered address. To provide services to more residents, the quantity is limited to up to 3 knives or scissors and up to 2 umbrellas per person.

The operation schedule may change due to weather or internal circumstances, so inquiries can be made to the Job Policy Division of the district office or the respective community service center. Business information and operation schedules can be obtained at nearby community service centers.

Mayor Kim Seon-gap said, "Since its operation began in 2015, the Knife Sharpening and Umbrella Repair Center, now in its sixth year, is used by about 500 residents on average each month and has become a part of residents' daily lives. We will continue to discover small policies that residents can feel and implement practical administration."

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