Mayor Kim Seong-je emphasized on October 6 that the newly announced 'Uiwang Vision 2030' clarifies the direction for Uiwang's future and solidifies commitments to its citizens.
During the 38th Citizen's Day ceremony held at the city hall conference room, Mayor Kim declared 'Uiwang Vision 2030' under the slogan 'United Uiwang, Towards a Greater Future!'.
The mayor presented a new blueprint for Uiwang's development over the next four years of his term.
The ceremony featured a video showcasing the future vision of 'Uiwang as the Most Livable City by 2030', with attendees holding placards and chanting 'United Uiwang, Towards a Greater Future!' to express their commitment to realizing the vision.
On this day, Mayor Kim directly announced seven key strategies and 78 policy pledges for his administration.
The plan focuses on urban development and expanding transportation networks, as well as areas directly related to citizens' lives, including education, jobs, youth, culture, welfare, safety, and health.
The seven strategies proposed by the mayor are: 1) A livable, eco-friendly premium city; 2) A sustainable, self-sufficient advanced city; 3) A transportation hub city accessible from anywhere; 4) A future education city that nurtures dreams; 5) A vibrant city for youth growth; 6) A cultural, sports, and welfare city that enhances happiness; 7) A safe and healthy city where citizens can feel secure.
In particular, Mayor Kim focused on enhancing Uiwang's urban competitiveness and strengthening its self-sufficiency.
He plans to push forward major urban development projects, including the Wolam and Cheonggye 2 districts, the third new town, and the public housing districts in Ojeong and Wanggok, while also establishing a high-tech industrial complex in Poil-dong and the Uiwang Industrial Promotion Agency to attract businesses and create jobs.
The mayor also aims to accelerate the resolution of long-standing local issues. Plans include relocating the reserve forces training center in Naeson-dong and developing the site of the Korea Electric Power Corporation to enhance community facilities and improve living conditions.
In the transportation sector, he outlined plans to develop Uiwang as a major transportation hub in the metropolitan area.
Key railway projects, such as the Indukwon-Dongtan Line, the Wolgot-Pangyo Line, and the Gyeonggi Rapid Transit Line C stopping at Uiwang Station, will be pursued without delay, and continuous requests will be made to include the Wirye-Gwacheon Line and the extension of the Shinbundang Line in the national railway network plan.
In education and childcare, the focus will be on creating a city that is friendly to families with children.
The Uiwang Future Education Center will be strengthened, and the establishment of an independent Uiwang Education Support Office will be pursued.
Plans also include expanding childbirth incentives and childcare facilities to improve educational and childcare conditions.
Additionally, youth policies will be strengthened.
Mayor Kim announced plans to establish a new youth development center in Bugok and support job preparation costs and housing expenses for low-income youth, enabling them to find jobs and settle in Uiwang.
In the cultural and welfare sectors, initiatives will include the opening of the Uiwang Arts Center, the construction of the Gocheon Complex Government Building, and the creation of a musical fountain at Baegun Lake.
The goal is to expand facilities for cultural and leisure activities so that citizens do not have to travel far, while also addressing welfare needs across generations.
In healthcare, the mayor plans to actively support the opening of a comprehensive hospital in Uiwang, establish a new health center in Bugok, operate a children's hospital, and implement a traditional medicine program for senior centers to enhance citizens' access to medical services.
Through the policies announced, Mayor Kim aims to realize 'Uiwang as the Most Livable Premium City in the Country' by 2030.
Citizens are particularly interested in whether the large-scale development projects, transportation network expansions, and education and welfare policies proposed by Mayor Kim will lead to tangible improvements in their living environment.
One resident remarked, "If the transportation network is expanded and jobs and living facilities increase, it will help living in Uiwang. The key is whether the planned projects are executed without any issues."
Meanwhile, Mayor Kim Seong-je added, "I will ensure that the major projects we have been pursuing are completed, and I will steadily advance new projects to create a greater future for Uiwang together with our 170,000 citizens."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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