Mayor Lee Donghwan of Goyang Orders All-Out Response for Comprehensive Winter Citizen Safety Measures

Establishing Emergency Response Systems by Region
Emphasizing Thorough Preparation, Including Inspection of Snow Removal Equipment and Manuals
Strict Safety Management at Winter Construction Sites
Urging Efforts to Minimize Inconvenience for Citizens
Mayor Lee Donghwan: "Diversifying Revenue Sources and Innovative Thinking Are the Keys to Fiscal Soundness"

On November 12, Lee Donghwan, Mayor of Goyang Special City, held an executive meeting at the Disaster Situation Room of Goyang City Hall to discuss comprehensive winter safety measures for citizens in preparation for heavy snowfall and cold waves. He also shared the status of departmental preparations and worked to strengthen the city’s response system.

Lee Donghwan, Mayor of Goyang Special City, is holding an executive meeting at the Disaster Situation Room of Goyang City Hall on the 12th. Provided by Goyang Special City

Mayor Lee began by stating, "Although we emphasize and prepare for the importance of snow removal every year, it is never easy to respond swiftly and perfectly when heavy snow actually hits." He instructed, "Please inspect the snow removal equipment and update the manuals and emergency contact systems so that we can respond immediately, regardless of when the snow falls."

He further stressed, "Given that we experienced record-breaking heavy rains and heat waves due to abnormal weather this summer, we must also be ready for record snowfall this winter." He emphasized the need to improve areas that were lacking in last year’s snow removal operations and called for multifaceted and meticulous preparations. Additionally, he requested active promotion of voluntary citizen participation, such as the "Clear the Snow in Front of My House" campaign and the activation of snow removal volunteer groups formed in some neighborhoods.

Mayor Lee also warned, "If we rush construction projects before the weather gets colder, the risk of industrial accidents increases." He urged, "Please inspect construction sites frequently for potential hazards in advance and ensure thorough safety management to prevent major accidents." At the same time, he said, "Minimize noise and dust so that citizens are not inconvenienced by construction, and provide sufficient advance notice about the construction period and details."

He also instructed that supervision of delegated administrative tasks be strengthened. Mayor Lee said, "Even if the main office delegates work to the district offices, responsibility is not transferred as well." He added, "Each department at the main office should check the status and progress of delegated tasks, update work guidelines, and strengthen cooperation and guidance, including training for frontline staff."

He further emphasized, "Both the main office and the district offices must faithfully fulfill their respective roles, but also communicate and cooperate closely so that the city administration can move forward in a unified direction."

Mayor Lee also stated, "The customized one-on-one encouragement system for delinquent taxpayers through big data analysis and the revenue generated by utilizing the Goyang Sports Complex as a performance venue present new models for strengthening our city’s financial foundation within limited resources." He encouraged, "Please review the public assets managed by each department and actively seek creative ways to generate revenue."

After receiving reports on various winter safety measures for citizens-including fire prevention at traditional markets, protection plans for vulnerable groups, safety inspections of welfare facilities, comprehensive measures for water supply and sewer systems during cold waves, and road snow removal plans-Mayor Lee urged all departments to prioritize citizen safety and minimize inconvenience.

Finally, with the national college entrance exam approaching tomorrow, Mayor Lee offered words of encouragement to the test-takers, saying, "I hope all your hard work leads to great results."

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