Geochang Deputy County Governor Kim Hyunmi Assumes Acting Role... Full Effort to Minimize Administrative Gap

Overseeing County Administration from March 26
Serving as Acting Governor Until Election Day

Geochang County in Gyeongnam Province announced that, as County Governor Koo Inmo has registered as a preliminary candidate for the 9th nationwide local elections, the county will transition to an acting system under Deputy County Governor Kim Hyunmi’s authority starting from March 26, 2026.

This acting authority system is in accordance with Article 124 of the Local Autonomy Act. When the head of a local government registers as a preliminary candidate or candidate for the election of the head of the local government, the deputy head assumes the authority and duties of the position from the time of registration until the election day.

Photo of the meeting with Kim Hyunmi as Acting Deputy Governor

Accordingly, Deputy County Governor Kim Hyunmi will serve as acting county governor starting March 26, 2026, overseeing all county administration in accordance with the law.

During her tenure as acting governor, Kim Hyunmi plans to focus administrative efforts on: ensuring the smooth progress of key projects; establishing strict public service discipline and maintaining rigorous election neutrality; and managing various disaster and safety issues such as wildfire prevention, African swine fever, drought, as well as stabilizing the livelihoods of residents.

In particular, to prevent stagnation in ongoing large-scale projects that require continuity, she will strengthen on-site inspections and share and review daily work progress by department. By fostering an environment where public officials can devote themselves to their essential work, the administration aims to alleviate any concerns among county residents about a potential administrative vacuum.

Acting Governor Kim Hyunmi stated, "It is a heavy responsibility to serve as acting governor at such an important time, but I will do my utmost, working in unity with all public officials, to ensure stable county administration. In particular, I will meticulously manage the upcoming local elections to ensure they are conducted fairly and transparently."

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