Ganghwa County Launches Plan to Review '93 Pledges' with Residents

[Suwon Ilbo = Reporter Choi Ki-ho] On the 13th, Ganghwa County held a launch ceremony for the "Elected Officials' Term 8 Pledge Implementation Evaluation Committee," a private advisory body, to objectively review the implementation status of pledges made to residents, and held its first meeting.

The Pledge Implementation Evaluation Committee is an organization established to expand resident participation in the county administration process and enhance transparency and accountability in pledge implementation. Fourteen members were appointed from among members of the Ganghwa County Citizens Integration Committee based on the committee's recommendation.

By the end of this year, the evaluation committee plans to review the implementation status of 93 pledge projects from Elected Officials' Term 8 and present policy proposals and improvement measures for prompt pledge implementation.

The event proceeded with an appointment certificate presentation ceremony, followed by a comprehensive report on pledge projects, Q&A; sessions, and free discussions.

The key pledges discussed include △establishment of the Citizens Integration Committee △operation of mobile county office visits △designation of Ganghwa Economic Free Zone △promotion of National Ganghwa Goryeo Museum construction △new annex for elderly welfare center △expansion of free transportation support for elderly residents △establishment of direct bus service between Ganghwa and Seoul and normalization of Route 3000, which are core pledge projects closely related to regional development.

Previously, Ganghwa County launched the Citizens Integration Committee in June.

The Pledge Implementation Evaluation Committee is a practical participation body formed through recommendations from the Citizens Integration Committee.

It is expected to further strengthen the structure through which resident opinions are systematically reflected in overall county administration.

Going forward, Ganghwa County plans to work closely with the Pledge Implementation Evaluation Committee and maintain continuous communication to enhance accountability and credibility in pledge implementation.

County Governor Park Yong-chul stated, "Since pledges are precious promises to residents, resident participation and voice in the implementation process are of utmost importance," and added, "I expect the Pledge Implementation Evaluation Committee to review pledges through the eyes of residents and play a role as a partner in county administration to drive substantive change."