- Governor Kim Dong-yeon announced plan for major SOC development in western Gyeonggi for balanced regional development in western areas - Investment of 14 trillion won in roads (6 routes) and railways (9 routes), and 8.9 trillion won through private development projects
- Targeting Tongbok Market, Anjung Market, Seojungri Market, Songtan Market, Pyeongtaek International Central Market - Focus inspection on normal operation of fire and fire suppression equipment, electricity and gas facilities
- Among administrative districts in Seoul, Incheon, and Gyeonggi regions, average age of 33.3 years is the youngest - Attributed to influence of Goduk International New City and Samsung Electronics
- Basic type: Yongin, Pyeongtaek, Hwaseong, Bucheon, Gwangmyeong, Yangpyeong, Gwacheon, Gapyeong, Yeoncheon - Expanded type: Siheung, Icheon, Anseong, Paju, Pocheon, Namyangju - Support cost: Annual maximum service equivalent to 1.5 million won (per person)
Pyeongtaek City Hall exterior. (Photo=Pyeongtaek City) [Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Lee Soo-won] Pyeongtaek City announced on the 23rd that it will accept applications for the '2024 Strategic Crop Direct Payment' from the 1st of next month through May 31st. The 'Strategic Crop Direct Payment System' is a project that supports farmers who cultivate winter crops or summer crops in paddies to increase the food self-sufficiency rate, stabilize rice supply and demand, and improve paddy utilization. The application period is operated separately for winter crops (2.1~3.31) and summer crops (2.1~5.31), and…
- To prevent damage from river pollution accidents, emergency restoration costs of 3 billion won supported first - 1.5 billion won each to Hwaseong and Pyeongtaek cities to prevent pollution accident spread
- '2024 New Year Press Conference with Journalists' reveals major policy directions for the new year
- Free milk voucher support provided to underprivileged students…to be implemented from March - About 5,000 participating students to apply for card issuance from next month at each eup, myeon, and dong administrative welfare center
- Care service for elderly homes with dementia through artificial intelligence speakers
Pyeongtaek City holds a New Year's greeting gathering on the 2nd at the city hall conference room with heads of 9 eups and dongs in the southern zone in attendance. (Photo=Pyeongtaek City) [Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Lee Soo-won] Pyeongtaek City held regional New Year's greeting gatherings on the 2nd and 3rd to welcome the 2024 Year of the Dragon. This New Year's gathering started with a meeting with heads of 9 eups and dongs in the southern zone on the 2nd at Pyeongtaek City Hall conference room, followed by heads of 11 myeons and dongs in the northern zone at Songtan Branch Office conference room on the same day, and on the 3rd at the grand hall of the Western Welfare Town…
- Pyeongtaek Station New Market Street, Segyo-dong Food Village…installed to fit characteristics
Pyeongtaek Mayor Jung Jang-seon. (Photo=Pyeongtaek City) Dear citizens of Pyeongtaek! The turbulent year 2023, Year of the Rabbit has passed, and the hopeful year 2024, Year of the Dragon has dawned. This year is the Year of the Green Dragon. Like the imaginary 'blue dragon' that does not yield even in difficult situations, I hope this year becomes one where we move forward to achieve everyone's goals and dreams. In the new year, all public officials, including myself, will…
- Korea Public Autonomy Research Institute selected as excellent institution in comprehensive local autonomy competitiveness
- In low-water season, dredging soil and tree removal from 2 local rivers including Tongbok Stream and Dureung Stream - Safety inspection of total 165 river facilities including 150 sluice gates, 14 embankments, and 1 retaining wall
- 2023 Korea Local Autonomy Competitiveness Index (KLCI) evaluation ranked 2nd nationwide
- Performance of 'Invisible Garbage City' project recognized
- Received Minister of Interior and Safety Commendation in 'Job Creation Sector'
- General account up 34.5 billion won (1.79%) compared to previous year, special account up 17.2 billion won (5.5%) - Budget plan scheduled to be voted and confirmed at plenary session on the 18th of next month
- Pyeongtaek City filed deliberation request to Air Force on the 15th regarding altitude restriction relaxation - Requested positive deliberation results from government, Air Force, and USFK
A Pyeongtaek City official inspects the management status of river facilities in the jurisdiction. (Photo=Pyeongtaek City) [Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Lee Soo-won] Pyeongtaek City announced on the 7th that it is conducting safety inspections of national and local river facilities in the jurisdiction for disaster prevention. The inspection targets are a total of 165 river facilities including 150 sluice gates, 14 embankments, and 1 retaining wall, with focus on checking sluice gate operation status, maintenance around automatic floodgates, and embankment defects. The city is conducting…
Mayor Jung Jang-seon of Pyeongtaek City (center) and other guests press a button announcing 'Hambaeksan Central Park' opening ceremony and the vision declaration ceremony of 'Pyeongtaek, a City of Forests and Gardens' at the lake park of Hambaeksan Central Park. (Photo=Pyeongtaek City) Mayor Jung Jang-seon of Pyeongtaek City gives a greeting. (Photo=Pyeongtaek City) [Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Lee Soo-won] Pyeongtaek City held the 'Hambaeksan Central Park' opening ceremony and 'Pyeongtaek, a City of Forests and Gardens' vision declaration ceremony on the 31st at the lake park of Hambaeksan Central Park. Guest of honor at the event included Mayor Jung Jang-seon of Pyeongtaek…
- Comprehensive cleanup of unpaid local tax and non-tax revenue arrears in second half of 2023
- First certification in 2019…maintaining certification through 2026
- Full review of implementation status of major projects exceeding 2 billion won - Daily monitoring of execution results, shortening of emergency bidding period, announcement and early payment of advances
- Total 157 projects, approximately 4 billion won expected to be reflected in next year's budget
- Operating comprehensive situation room with 114 personnel in 9 sectors including disaster and medical care
- Last year's total fertility rate recorded 1.028 births, 32% higher than national average
- Additional establishment in 8 locations in the province including Suwon, Yongin, Bucheon, Namyangju, Ansan, Pyeongtak, Paju, Yeoncheon, etc.
- From the 21st through November, making rounds to 25 eups and myeons to create communication opportunities with residents
- For workers facing difficulties due to wage non-payment and other issues - Free labor counseling conducted at subway stations and job centers in cities and counties in the province - Intensive counseling on wage non-payment issues ahead of holiday period
