"Safer School Routes for Children"... Mapo District Renovates Seoul Jungdong Elementary School Commute Path

Park Kangsu, the head of Mapo District, attended the completion ceremony for the "Seoul Jungdong Elementary School School Route Improvement Project" held at Seoul Jungdong Elementary School on the morning of May 19.

There have been ongoing concerns that the school route near Seoul Jungdong Elementary School posed safety risks for students commuting to and from school due to aging soundproof walls and narrow, uneven walkways.

In response, the district replaced the old soundproof walls and repaired the severely cracked walkways. Additionally, by removing the existing flower beds, the width of the school route was expanded and the surrounding environment was improved, creating a safer and more pleasant commuting environment for students.

Approximately 50 people attended the completion ceremony, including Park Kangsu, the head of Mapo District, Bang Ilsun, the principal of Seoul Jungdong Elementary School, and other school officials. The event began with a progress report from the road improvement manager, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony, commemorative photos, and an on-site inspection of the improved school route.

Park Kangsu stated, "I am truly relieved and reassured that this place, where our children walk every day, has been improved to be safer and more comfortable," adding, "I will continue to ensure that every place students set foot in Mapo District is safe."

In 2023, Mapo District also collected residents' opinions and demolished the old pedestrian overpass in front of Seoul Jungdong Elementary School to create a pedestrian-centered road. At the time, there were ongoing concerns about safety risks due to aging and increasing maintenance and management costs.

The district plans to continue its efforts to resolve everyday inconveniences and create a safe, resident-centered pedestrian environment.

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