Yeongcheon City Council Concludes Activities of the 251st Extraordinary Session Committees... Reviews 21 Agenda Items Including Ordinance Bills for Citizens' Welfare

Institutional Foundations Established by Standing Committees to Enhance Citizen Welfare and Revitalize the Local Economy

The Administrative, Culture and Welfare Committee and the Industrial and Construction Committee concluded their review of all agenda items during the 251st extraordinary session, which took place over two days from March 23 to 24, 2026.

During this extraordinary session, both standing committees thoroughly examined a total of 21 items, including ordinance bills and reports, focusing on improving convenience for citizens and enhancing administrative efficiency.

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First, under the leadership of Chairperson Bae Suye, the Administrative, Culture and Welfare Committee reviewed a total of eight items.

The committee approved seven items as originally proposed, including the “Partial Amendment Ordinance on the Staffing of Local Public Officials in Yeongcheon City,” thereby laying the foundation for organizational operations that will improve administrative services.

In particular, the “Ordinance on Support for Self-reliance of Youth and Others Preparing for Independence in Yeongcheon City” was passed with amendments after supplementing its content to provide practical assistance to young people beginning to live independently.

Chairperson Bae Suye stated, “We have established an institutional foundation that provides tangible support for vulnerable groups,” and added, “We will do our utmost to ensure that citizens’ voices are reflected in policy.”

Chaired by Kim Sangho, the Industrial and Construction Committee reviewed 13 items directly related to citizen safety and the local economy.

The committee amended and passed the “Ordinance on Supporting Forest Fire Prevention Activities in Yeongcheon City” by specifying the basis for establishing forest fire prevention measures and supporting participating organizations.

In addition, the ordinance bill “Ordinance on Fostering and Supporting Local Food in Yeongcheon City,” which was proposed by a council member, was amended and passed to expand the range of direct market operators and strengthen the principle of responsible management by trustees. Furthermore, the “Ordinance on the Management and Operation of the Yeongcheon Garlic Convergence Center” was also revised to clarify the managing entity and strengthen reappointment restrictions, with a focus on enhancing operational transparency.

The agenda items that passed the standing committees are scheduled to be presented for final approval at the second plenary session of the 251st extraordinary session, which will be held on March 27, 2026.

This session is being evaluated as a time when the Yeongcheon City Council has established a number of institutional measures to enhance citizen safety and welfare, as well as the competitiveness of local specialized industries, through field-oriented legislative activities.

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