Gwangju City in Gyeonggi Approves Use of 'Tongmi Hetsalmaru' in Songjeong-dong Urban Regeneration Project

Gwangju City in Gyeonggi Province announced on June 23 that 'Tongmi Hetsalmaru,' a community complex cultural space established at 120-78 Songjeong-dong, the site of the old city hall, received its final approval for use on June 19.

Aerial view of 'Tongmi Hetsalmaru,' the core facility of the urban regeneration project in Songjeong-dong, Gwangju City. Provided by Gyeonggi Gwangju City

'Tongmi Hetsalmaru' is a core anchor facility promoted as part of the Songjeong-dong Urban Regeneration New Deal Project. Originally referred to as the 'Community Complex Cultural Platform,' the space was renamed through a resident naming contest.

This facility was constructed from the first to the fourth floor above ground on the site of the old Songjeong-dong city hall. It brings together customized public services for each generation, including a Win-Win Cooperation Store, Healthcare Center, Multipurpose Shared Cultural Space, All Together Care Center, and Senior College. It is drawing attention as a multi-functional cultural space that enables local residents to enjoy cultural activities, improve health, and promote intergenerational communication and welfare.

Located in the heart of Songjeong-dong, the facility boasts excellent pedestrian accessibility and strong connectivity with surrounding community infrastructure, making it highly convenient for people of all ages to use. The city plans to complete remodeling work for each space by September and sequentially open facilities such as the 'All Together Care Center' and 'Senior College' starting in October.

Going forward, 'Tongmi Hetsalmaru' will be operated as an open, community complex cultural space accessible to everyone. By providing integrated services in culture, welfare, and education in daily life, it is expected to play a significant role in improving the quality of life for local residents.

In particular, the building housing 'Tongmi Hetsalmaru' is a new type of multi-purpose structure combining integrated public rental housing and a community complex cultural space, established through an agreement between Gwangju City and Gyeonggi Housing and Urban Development Corporation (GH). The city anticipates that this will improve local residential conditions, attract new residents, and help revitalize the urban area.

Mayor Bang Sehwan stated, "'Tongmi Hetsalmaru' is a hub of welfare and communication that any local resident can conveniently use in daily life," adding, "I hope it will become a multi-functional cultural space equipped with various features such as residential stability, cultural enjoyment, and care services, and serve as a foundation for regional development."

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