Han Dae-hee, the mayor of Gunpo, expressed on August 4 that the Outstanding Award received in the Gyeonggi Province's special tax collection evaluation is a valuable achievement made by diligent taxpayers and public officials working together.
Mayor Han announced that Gunpo secured the Outstanding Award in the '2026 First Half Special Tax Collection Evaluation' conducted by Gyeonggi Province, along with a funding of 14 million won for collection activities.
His administration's commitment to 'fair and inclusive tax administration' has once again proven its effectiveness, achieving top results in the provincial evaluation.
The evaluation categorized the 31 cities and counties in Gyeonggi Province into five groups based on the amount of delinquent taxes, assessing 20 detailed indicators including tax collection performance, enforcement actions, and on-site collection activities. Gunpo was recognized for its excellent performance across all areas.
In particular, Mayor Han emphasized a tax administration principle of 'protecting diligent taxpayers while responding firmly to intentional delinquents.' His administration has tracked and seized real estate, financial assets, and even virtual assets from high-value and habitual delinquents, implementing rigorous enforcement actions such as home searches.
Conversely, for low-income taxpayers facing economic difficulties, the administration has provided tailored installment payment options and deferred enforcement actions, offering practical opportunities for recovery.
This dual-track collection strategy, combining principles and consideration, resulted in the collection of 5 billion won in delinquent local taxes in the first half of the year, earning recognition for both fairness and effectiveness, culminating in Gunpo being named the top institution in Gyeonggi Province.
Mayor Han plans to reinvest the 14 million won reward into expanding delinquent taxpayer surveys, discovering new collection techniques, and enhancing administrative capabilities to increase self-generated revenue.
Locally, residents have expressed positive feedback, stating, 'An administration that respects diligent taxpayers is taking root,' and 'The balanced policy of responding strictly to intentional delinquents while considering those in need is impressive.' They also anticipate a virtuous cycle where secured resources are reinvested into citizen-focused administration.
Additionally, citizens have voiced hopes that 'fair tax administration will ultimately serve as the foundation for regional development,' and 'I hope the recognition of diligent taxpayers continues to expand.'
Mayor Han added, 'In the future, I will continue to enhance citizen trust through fair tax administration that respects diligent taxpayers and upholds tax justice.'
* This article has been translated by AI.
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