Gumi Mayoral Candidate Kim Jangho: "Small Business Owners Are the Lifeblood of Gumi's Economy"

Candidate Kim Jangho for Gumi Mayor announced his livelihood pledges for revitalizing the local alley economy on May 17, stating, "If the alley economy falters, Gumi will be at risk." He added, "Small business owners are the lifeblood of Gumi's economy, and I will do my utmost to create a Gumi where running a business is truly rewarding."

Kim emphasized, "Over the past four years, we have launched a massive engine for Gumi's economy, such as attracting a semiconductor specialized complex," and continued, "Now, I will ensure that the warmth of this growth reaches the wallets of local merchants and small business owners."

Candidate Kim Jangho interacts with merchants during a communication walk
Photo by Candidate's Office

He further pledged, "I will not turn a blind eye to the urgent concerns of small business owners who worry daily about tomorrow's rent, labor costs, and material expenses." He promised to "expand and strengthen financial safety nets and self-reliance funding support, including special guarantees and remodeling assistance for small business owners pushed to the brink."

Kim also stated, "We will tightly connect successful Gumi signature festivals such as the Ramen Festival and Food Festival with local alley businesses and traditional markets, working to create a virtuous consumption cycle where the spending routes of out-of-town tourists translate directly into increased sales for small businesses throughout Gumi, thus completing the 'consumption cycle leading to the local economy.'"

In addition, he pledged to: ▲expand support for commissions and delivery fees on the public delivery app 'Meokgaebi' ▲increase rest and break facilities for delivery riders ▲establish minimum fare guidelines so that riders can earn a living without dangerous speeding ▲increase the issuance of Gumi Love gift certificates ▲expand the K-Onnuri Pass program ▲expand alley-type stores and support for local creators.

Candidate Kim Jangho declared, "If small business owners collapse, so will household economies in Gumi, and Gumi will have no future," and added, "Rather than empty words of consolation or one-off giveaways, I will devote my full efforts to making Gumi a city where money circulates and tourists visit."

There is growing anticipation about how Kim's strong commitment to supporting small business owners will influence the election.

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