Assemblyman Yoon Jae-gap Secures 1.5 Billion KRW in Special Grants for Gunnae, Gokun, and Jisan

Haenam, Wando, and Jindo, Green Light for Ensuring Resident Safety and Resolving Current Issues

[Jindo=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Namjoong] Yoon Jae-gap, a member of the Democratic Party of Korea (Haenam·Wando·Jindo), announced on the 10th that he secured 3.7 billion KRW in special grants from the Ministry of the Interior and Safety to resolve pressing issues in Haenam, Wando, and Jindo.

Nokjin Port in Gunnae-myeon has seen a gradual increase in the scale of fisheries and the number of fishing vessels, but the quay is narrow, causing significant inconvenience to residents. Accordingly, with the 500 million KRW secured this time, a 5,600㎡ quay and safety facilities will be constructed by May next year.

The drainage pump at the reclaimed land drainage station in Bojeon, Jisan-myeon, has prevented flooding of reclaimed farmland and its hinterland since its completion in 1997. Currently, one of the three pumps is out of order, making replacement urgent. Although progress was delayed due to budget shortages, 600 million KRW has been secured this time to replace it by March next year.

Wonpo Port in Gogeun-myeon is a fishing port jointly used by five fishing cooperatives in the Wonpo district (Wonpo, Beolpo, Naedong, Masan, Hwangjo). Until now, the docking facilities for fishing vessels were narrow, and large vehicle operations were inconvenient, but with an additional 400 million KRW, the 1,000㎡ seaweed auction hall will be expanded.

Not only Jindo County but also national funds for Wando County and Haenam County have been secured.

The Gangjeol sewage pipeline maintenance project in Gyegok-myeon, Haenam County, aims to increase the sewerage coverage rate to 53.4% and improve the quality of discharged water. By next year, 1 billion KRW will be invested to extend 4.21 km of sewage pipelines and expand drainage facilities for 52 households.

The Haenam Useul Sports Park smart safety security lighting system installation project will use 500 million KRW in national funds and local funds to install solar-powered LED lighting and CCTV to establish a crime prevention network.

The large-scale drinking water well development project in Nohwa-eup, Wando County, will develop a large drinking water well by December this year with an additional 600 million KRW in national funds for Nohwado, which has been implementing restricted water supply annually due to insufficient capacity.

Wolyang Reservoir located in Sinji-myeon, Wando, is an aging reservoir completed in 1965. According to a detailed safety inspection, it received a D grade, indicating urgent repair is needed. Sediment accumulation has also hindered the supply of agricultural water to nearby farmland. Accordingly, by 2024, 900 million KRW in national funds will be invested to reinforce the dam and dredge sediment.

Representative Yoon Jae-gap stated, “The Ministry of the Interior and Safety’s special grants will serve as a catalyst to ensure residents’ safety and resolve pressing issues,” adding, “As a member of the National Assembly Budget and Accounts Special Committee this year, I will make greater efforts to secure budgets for the development of Haenam, Wando, and Jindo.”

Meanwhile, since his inauguration in the 21st National Assembly, Representative Yoon has secured 24.5 billion KRW in special grants from the Ministry of the Interior and Safety to resolve regional issues.

Jindo=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Namjoong gabrielw@asiae.co.kr

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