Uijeongbu 1-dong Conducts Major Cleanup of Illegal Advertisements Ahead of Lunar New Year

Uijeongbu 1-dong in Uijeongbu City (District Chief Kim Tae-wan) conducted a community-wide cleanup on January 20th to welcome Lunar New Year, the nation's most significant holiday, creating a pleasant and clean festive atmosphere for returning hometowners. The cleanup was carried out over approximately two hours with the participation of around 70 people, including representatives from seven civic organizations such as neighborhood councils and government officials.

The cleanup focused on removing abandoned trash and illegal advertisements from utility poles along major roads and around bus stops, centered on Gagyeong Station, the area in front of Uijeongbu Station, and Peace Road. In particular, efforts were made to actively remove illegal banners that damage the city's aesthetic appeal and pose hazards to both drivers and pedestrians, creating a clean and pleasant environment.

Kim Tae-wan, District Chief of Uijeongbu 1-dong, said, "I am pleased that through this cleanup conducted for the Lunar New Year holiday, returning hometowners can rest comfortably in a clean and pleasant environment. Going forward, we will take the lead in actively addressing illegal advertisements to create a cleaner hometown."