Yangju Branch of the National Apartment Residents' Council Submits Petition Urging Construction of Comprehensive Funeral Facility in Yangju City

A petition signed by local residents urging the construction of a comprehensive funeral facility, which is being promoted by Yangju City in Gyeonggi Province, has been submitted to the city.

Aerial view of Yangju City Hall. Provided by Yangju City

Woo Byungmoon, head of the Yangju branch of the Gyeonggi Province chapter of the National Apartment Residents' Representative Council Association, recently submitted a petition to Yangju City containing the signatures of 2,910 citizens calling for the establishment of the comprehensive funeral facility.

Woo emphasized, "Funeral facilities are no longer something to be avoided or shunned; they are part of life for families, communities, and ultimately all of us, and are essential welfare facilities." He added, "We must face the reality of an aging society and the rapid population growth in Yangju City. From the perspectives of revitalizing the local economy and fulfilling our social responsibilities, the comprehensive funeral facility must be built."

In response, Yangju City stated, "A comprehensive funeral facility is a crucial welfare infrastructure directly connected to the lives of our citizens. We will listen to a wide range of opinions, including both support and opposition, and work to minimize social conflict while promoting the construction of this welfare facility for the benefit of our citizens."

Meanwhile, the city is operating on-site resident briefings and business site tours to gather public input. Through these programs, Yangju City aims to collect diverse citizen opinions and promote the comprehensive funeral facility in a more transparent and rational manner.

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