Mayor Baek Kyunghyun: "Citizens' Day Is Your Day... I Will Make Guri City Even Happier"

Guri City Successfully Concludes the 40th Citizens' Day
with Over 2,000 Citizens in Attendance

Guri City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Baek Kyunghyun) announced that it successfully hosted the "40th Guri Citizens' Day" event on the 25th at Guri Hangang Citizens' Park, with about 2,000 citizens in attendance.

Guri City held the "40th Guri Citizens' Day" event on the 25th at Guri Hangang Citizens' Park, with approximately 2,000 citizens participating. Photo by Guri City

The event began with a samulnori performance by Pungmul Neullak, followed by the entrance ceremony of residents from the eight districts, the opening declaration by Guri Mayor Baek Kyunghyun, the reading of the Citizens' Charter by Guri Cultural Center Director Tan Sungun, the three cheers led by Jang Suyong, head of the Guri branch of the Korean Senior Citizens Association, the singing of the city anthem, and the closing declaration in order.

At the subsequent awards ceremony, 84 citizens from various sectors who contributed to the development of Guri City received commendations from the governor, mayor, city council chairperson, member of the National Assembly, superintendent of education, chief of police, and fire chief.

During the second part of the event, which focused on unity, popular broadcaster Cho Younggu served as the host, and district heads and citizens teamed up to showcase their talents in a district-by-district talent show, receiving enthusiastic responses. Celebratory performances by singers Na Sangdo and Park Juhui further heightened the festive atmosphere.

Guri Mayor Baek Kyunghyun remarked, "Citizens' Day is a day where you are the main protagonists," adding, "I am very pleased to share this meaningful occasion of unity with you all, and I ask for your continued interest and support as we work together to make Guri City an even happier place."

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