Yongin Mayor Paek Kun-gi: "Will Actively Push Forward Seoul Subway Line 3 Extension Project Without Delay"

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Park No-hun] “I will respond actively to ensure the Seoul Subway Line 3 extension project proceeds without delay.”
“The key is resolving the issue of relocating the approximately 90,000-pyeong vehicle depot site that residents wish to avoid.”

Yongin City announced on the 11th that Yongin Mayor Paek Kun-gi conveyed this commitment during a recent meeting with resident representatives from Shinbong-dong, Suji-gu.

The meeting was held to explain the project's progress and future direction regarding the Seoul Subway Line 3 extension project, which residents have been curious about.

The Seoul Subway Line 3 extension project, initiated in 2019, involves relocating Seoul's Suseo vehicle depot to southern Gyeonggi Province and extending the Line 3 route.

The city signed an agreement with Gyeonggi Province, Suwon City, and Seongnam City in February of last year to extend the Seoul Subway Line 3 route.

Since August of last year, the city has been conducting a preliminary feasibility study, with the four organizations holding regular working-level meetings.

At this meeting, Mayor Paek said, “Please understand that matters involving vehicle depot relocation and railroad project planning are very sensitive,” and added, “We will supplement communication channels by reflecting opinions that explanations to residents have been insufficient during consultations with related agencies.”

Subsequently, Mayor Paek explained to the resident representatives the status of securing candidate sites for the vehicle depot in Suwon and Seongnam cities.

Mayor Paek explained, “If Line 3 is extended to Suwon, approximately 93,000 pyeong of land would be needed, but all three cities face difficulties in securing large-scale sites.” He added, “As an alternative, we have proposed a distributed-type vehicle depot site of 30,000 pyeong to Gyeonggi Province and are consulting with Seoul City.”

Mayor Paek continued, “While vehicle depots are essential facilities for operating railway vehicles, many residents wish to avoid such sites in their areas, so we are also discussing various support measures, including providing incentives to relevant regions.”

Meanwhile, nine residents from Shinbong-dong, Suji-gu held a rally on the 9th in front of Exit 1 of Yongin University Station requesting the Line 3 extension project.

National Assembly Member Jeong Chun-suk also attended the rally to encourage residents.

Mayor Paek said, “National Assembly Member Jeong Chun-suk has made considerable efforts thus far, and we will continue to work closely with the National Assembly member, provincial council members, and city council members to ensure the Line 3 extension proceeds without any setbacks,” and urged, “The extension of Line 3 requires the united strength and efforts of residents.”