Gwangju Buk-gu Selected as Best Institution in Comprehensive Local Tax Administration Evaluation

Focus on Expanding Frequent Funding Sources and Minimizing Delinquent Amounts

Implement Support Measures for Small Business Owners Affected by COVID-19

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong] Buk-gu, Gwangju City announced on the 22nd that it was selected as the best institution in the ’2021 Fiscal Year Local Tax Administration Comprehensive Evaluation’ conducted by Gwangju City targeting five autonomous districts, and will receive a prize fund of 88 million KRW.

Gwangju City evaluated performance in 10 items across three areas: local tax administration, local tax arrears, and non-tax revenue.

Last year, Buk-gu focused on expanding autonomous revenue and minimizing arrears through initiatives such as operating a high-amount arrears collection task force, implementing a responsibility collection system for all tax department staff, and holding non-tax revenue collection performance reporting meetings.

In particular, to support small business owners affected by COVID-19, Buk-gu implemented various tax policies including property tax reductions for benevolent landlords, customized local tax consultations for startup and resident companies, and a ‘Tax Class with Magic’ program.

Commissioner Moon In said, “This year, we will continue to strive to improve taxpayer convenience and expand finances through producing YouTube content for tax information sharing and signing a tax administration business agreement with Buk Gwangju Tax Office.”

Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong bong2910@asiae.co.kr

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