Donghae City Council Budget Committee Urges Thorough Implementation of Projects by Four Divisions Including Environment

Donghae City Council Budget Committee Reviews 2026 Budget
"Calls for a Clean Environment, Cultural Autonomy, and Enhanced Transportation Convenience for Citizens"

The Budget and Accounts Special Committee of Donghae City Council in Gangwon Province, chaired by Jeong Dongsu, held the 7th meeting of the 2nd regular session of the 357th assembly on December 8, 2025, to review the 2026 revenue and expenditure budget proposals for the Environment Division, Marine Fisheries Division, Culture and Arts Division, and Transportation Division. During the meeting, council members raised questions and offered suggestions on topics closely related to citizens' daily lives, such as environmental improvement, support for culture and the arts, and enhancement of transportation convenience.

The Budget and Accounts Special Committee of Donghae City Council (Chairman Jeong Dongsu) held the 7th Budget and Accounts Special Committee meeting of the 2nd regular session of the 357th assembly on the 8th to review the 2026 revenue and expenditure budget proposals under the jurisdiction of the Environment Division, Marine Fisheries Division, Culture and Arts Division, and Transportation Division. Provided by Donghae City Council

During the budget review for the Environment Division, Assemblywoman Kim Hyangjeong stressed that "improving public restrooms is an urgent task to maintain Donghae City's 'quiet and clean image,' which is the main reason many young tourists visit," and requested that the relevant department actively pursue related projects.

Regarding matters under the jurisdiction of the Marine Fisheries Division, Assemblyman Lee Dongho welcomed the scheduled renovation of the Mukho Live Fish Sales Center, noting that "there have been many hazards such as exposed electrical wires." He emphasized that, as this has been a long-standing wish of the merchants, the project should prioritize safety and be carried out in a way that genuinely improves the quality of life for fishermen.

During the budget review for the Culture and Arts Division, concerns were raised about the autonomy of budget allocation and management. Assemblyman Lee Changsu, referring to the operational budget for the Donghae Cultural Center, emphasized that "personnel management of the center is its inherent authority," and stated, "As long as subsidies are used for their intended purpose, the budget should be allocated without issue."

Assemblywoman Choi Isoon pointed out that "excessive intervention by the city in organizations receiving subsidies may actually hinder the autonomous operation of cultural organizations."

There was also active discussion on improving transportation convenience and supporting vulnerable groups.

Assemblywoman Park Juhyun requested, "Please improve the taxi stand flow at Donghae City Intercity Bus Terminal and install additional shelters so that citizens can use public transportation more conveniently."

Assemblyman An Seongjun, in relation to support for elderly drivers voluntarily returning their licenses, suggested, "To ensure fairness with other local governments, the range of support benefits should be expanded through various methods such as providing local currency or transportation cards."

Concluding the review, Budget and Accounts Special Committee Chairman Jeong Dongsu urged each department to thoroughly manage their projects and focus on citizen-centered administration.

Chairman Jeong specifically requested the Environment Division to "promptly complete ongoing facility construction and actively utilize the new recycling sorting facility," and the Marine Fisheries Division to "ensure the successful construction and operation of the Foreigners' Welfare Center." He also emphasized to the Transportation Division that "as a department handling civil complaints, comprehensive management measures are necessary, and in particular, improving the flow at the city's main terminal, which serves as the gateway to Donghae City, is essential to enhance the city's image."

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