Mayor Joo Kwangdeok of Namyangju Attends 'Toegyewon Hillstate Healthy Walking Competition & Healing Concert,' Communicates with Citizens

Namyangju City, Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Joo Kwangdeok), announced on the 9th that the "2nd Toegyewon Hillstate Healthy Walking Competition & Healing Concert" was held on the 8th at the Toegyewon Bridge area and the Toegyewon Multipurpose Hall, with the participation of approximately 500 citizens.

Joo Kwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju City, is delivering a greeting at the "2nd Toegyewon Hillstate Healthy Walking Competition & Healing Concert" held on the 8th at the Toegyewon Bridge area and the Toegyewon Multipurpose Hall. Provided by Namyangju City

This event was jointly hosted and organized by the Toegyewon Hillstate Apartment Residents' Representative Council (Chairman Choi Donghyeon) and the Korea Healthy Walking Federation (President Yoo Jaeseong) to encourage local residents to walk together, enjoy themselves, and practice a healthy lifestyle. Mayor Joo Kwangdeok, along with heads of local organizations and other guests, attended the event, filling the autumn night with health and music.

Participants in the walking competition walked about 4 kilometers along the Toegyewon Bridge, the Toegyewon Station promenade, and the road in front of the Hillstate complex, fostering unity and communication among local residents. The event was especially meaningful as it brought together a wide range of generations, including families, seniors, and youth.

After the walk, participants moved to the Toegyewon Multipurpose Hall and enjoyed the "Healing Concert" together with Mayor Joo Kwangdeok. Thanks to the enthusiastic participation of Toegyewon Hillstate residents, the concert featured high-quality classical performances and received an enthusiastic response from the audience.

Citizens expressed high satisfaction, saying, "Walking and music together provided a time of healing for both body and mind."

Joo Kwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju City, attended the "2nd Toegyewon Hillstate Healthy Walking Contest & Healing Concert" held on the 8th at the Toegyewon Bridge area and Toegyewon Multipurpose Hall, engaging with citizens. Provided by Namyangju City

Mayor Joo Kwangdeok stated, "This event is a great example of a Namyangju-style resident participation festival that was planned and created directly by citizens," adding, "We will continue to support various events for citizens' health and the recovery of our community."

The city evaluated that this event demonstrated how resident-led cultural festivals are taking root in the local community, and plans to seek sustainable development measures such as expanding participation and linking with local businesses in the future.

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