New Year's Address Yangpyeong County Governor Jeon Jin-seon

Beloved and respected residents of Yangpyeong County, numbering 130,000, and approximately 1,800 civil servants!

The new year of 2026, Year of the Horse, a year of hope and great strides, has dawned.

With the arrival of the new year, I sincerely wish that health, happiness, and fresh hope fill every household of our county residents.

2025 was indeed a challenging year. Nevertheless, through constant communication with our residents and relentless effort, Yangpyeong has transformed crises into opportunities and

has been able to create meaningful changes and achievements throughout county administration.

Esteemed residents of Yangpyeong County!

2026 is a crucial period in which we must complete the policies and projects that have been prepared and promoted during the eighth term of elected government and carry them forward as sustainable county administration.

To this end, our county will pursue the goal of "Yangpyeong with Flowing Hope and Inspiration," never losing our original intent and devoting all our capabilities to county administration with only our residents in mind.

First, I will focus on "protecting the livelihood" of our residents.

We will expand the issuance of regional currency such as Yangpyeong Love Vouchers and breathe new vitality into the local economy through substantive support for small business owners and small and medium-sized enterprises.

Through the operation of the County Residents Safety Insurance and Disaster Management Headquarters, joint government-civilian safety inspections to proactively manage national disasters and everyday risks, and by promoting International Safe Communities Certification, we will strengthen Yangpyeong's safety foundation even further.

Including the extension of the Gyeongui-Jungang Line to Jipyeong-Yangdong-Wonju and the promotion of the Yongmun-Hongcheon Metropolitan Railroad, which has passed preliminary feasibility studies, and the construction of the Seoul-Yangpyeong Expressway including the Kangha Interchange,

we will responsibly pursue major road and bridge projects such as the expansion of Yangpyeong Bridge and the construction of new Kangha Bridge and Seojong Bridge, building an extensive transportation network and simultaneously enhancing residents' mobility and regional competitiveness.

Additionally, we will strengthen the operation of safe medical treatment regional health care institutions and expand support for dementia patients to improve the quality of public medical care. We will also seamlessly proceed with the construction of Yangpyeong Gounghung Senior Welfare Housing and funeral facilities, as well as the creation of the Our Neighborhood Community Care Center in Cheongun-myeon to create a Yangpyeong where everyone is happy together.

Based on respect and gratitude toward national meritorious service personnel and their families, we will practice warm patriotic welfare appropriate to their service.

Second, we will accelerate the completion of the "tourism and culture belt" that connects Yangpyeong's history, nature, and culture.

We will create the Y-shaped suspension bridge at Mul-Anae Park and pedestrian deck at Galsan Park, establish the Namhan River tourism belt linking the Namhan River Terrace and Yanggeunji Stream as one, and promote the establishment of Yangpyeong International Peace Park and the construction of Yangpyeong History Museum in phases, leading the development of the eastern region through lasting tourism and tourism that revitalizes the local economy.

Additionally, with the successful hosting of the 14th Gyeonggi Garden Culture Expo, we will accelerate the designation of Semiwon and Dumulmuri as national gardens and complete the western tourism belt through the construction of the Yangseo-Seojong bicycle path and the Yongneup circular walking trail.

Third, we will make a leap forward toward a sustainable "future city Yangpyeong."

We will implement the carbon neutrality green growth basic plan without interruption and promote rural co-prosperity fuel cell projects.

Through expanding the supply of city gas to areas currently without supply, we will complete step-by-step responsible eco-friendly energy transition for future generations.

By reducing carbon emissions in daily life through the promotion of reusable products and creating a resident-participation-based resource recycling park and installing used resource collection centers, we will work together with residents to

further enhance the value of "environmental capital Yangpyeong."

Additionally, we will strengthen communication so that young people's voices are reflected in policy and promote Yangpyeong-style youth policies encompassing employment, housing, and activity spaces, preparing for designation as a youth-friendly city.

Long-standing pending issues such as the relocation of the Comprehensive Training Center, relocation of county government headquarters, and construction of comprehensive meat processing facilities will be resolved through sufficient communication with residents, broadening consensus and moving beyond conflict to solutions.

We will strengthen agricultural competitiveness through the cultivation of regionally specialized crops and establish a sustainable future agriculture foundation capable of responding to climate change.

Through data-driven administration and the advancement of digital platforms, we will implement smart administration tailored to residents' expectations and prepare a smart future city Yangpyeong that responds proactively to change.

Beloved and respected residents of Yangpyeong County, 130,000 strong!

In 2026, with a spirit of wholeheartedness and devotion, I will continue communicating with residents and dedicate all my heart and strength to county administration.

Like the spirited vigor of the galloping red horse, our Yangpyeong County will also advance powerfully without stopping.

On the journey of "Yangpyeong with Flowing Hope and Inspiration," I ask for your unwavering support and participation, and I hope you will be with us.

I sincerely wish that in this new year of 2026, peace and happiness fill every household of all our residents.

Wishing you a prosperous new year.

Thank you.