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Uijeongbu City Strives to Secure KRW 50 Billion in Tax Revenue

Launches Racetrack Relocation Response Task Force

Comprehensive Review of Site Selection and Citizen Impact

Uijeongbu City in Gyeonggi Province has officially begun preparations to attract the relocation of the racetrack, proactively responding to the possibility by initiating site search and impact assessment efforts.

Uijeongbu City held a meeting on the 5th, chaired by the Deputy Mayor, to discuss matters related to the relocation and attraction of the racetrack, as well as the promotion system. Provided by Uijeongbu City

On March 5, the city held a meeting chaired by the Deputy Mayor, bringing together relevant departments to discuss review items and the promotional framework related to the relocation and attraction of the racetrack. Going forward, the city plans to establish a 'Racetrack Relocation Response Task Force' that will include experts and members of the political sphere. This task force will comprehensively review potential sites, economic effects, and impacts on citizens to formulate an overall attraction strategy.

The city estimates that attracting the racetrack could increase annual tax revenue by more than 50 billion won. Additional anticipated benefits include job creation and the revitalization of related industries, positively impacting the local economy.

However, since the relocation of the racetrack could influence the city’s image, regional identity, transportation system, and overall living environment, the city plans to review not only the economic effects but also the potential impacts on residents’ daily lives.

Rather than waiting for a government decision on the relocation, the city plans to proactively conduct the necessary impact assessments and establish a response strategy based on citizen consensus and social support.

Given the size of the current Gwacheon Racetrack site, the city expects that more than 1.15 million square meters (approximately 350,000 pyeong) of land will be needed for the relocation. Accordingly, the city will seek to identify a site that meets these scale and condition requirements.

Due to the unique characteristics of racetrack facilities, it is essential to secure land at a sufficient distance from residential areas, taking into account factors such as traffic safety, security, and the impact on local living zones. The city plans to review and analyze all areas of Uijeongbu, including greenbelt zones, comprehensively considering site accessibility, infrastructure capacity, and other location conditions.

The city will establish a 'Racetrack Relocation Response Task Force' with participation from experts and members of the political community, leaving all possibilities open and aiming to develop a differentiated attraction strategy.

The task force will not only focus on identifying potential sites but also examine measures for linking strategic industries, expanding educational infrastructure such as sports fusion science high schools, and providing relocation incentives.

Additionally, the city plans to improve local transportation conditions, integrate the project with the development of a metropolitan rail network, and prepare measures for cooperation with neighboring cities and counties.

Deputy Mayor Kang Hyunseok stated, "The relocation of the racetrack is a critical issue that will determine the city’s future. We will accelerate the development of an attraction strategy, including site identification, and ensure that citizens' opinions are fully reflected as we responsibly move this initiative forward."

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