Namyangju Mayor Choi Hyun-deok and Hanam Mayor Lee Hyun-jae Put Heads Together to Solve Joint Issues

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Eom In-yong] Namyangju City discussed joint issues and plans for mutual cooperation with Hanam City on the 3rd.

The meeting took place as Hanam Mayor Lee Hyun-jae, an official from an adjacent municipality, visited Namyangju City Hall for a courtesy call following Namyangju Mayor Choi Hyun-deok's inauguration.

At the meeting, cooperation measures were discussed centered on key issues including △the Suksuk Bridge construction project △shuttle bus operation between Namyangju and Hanam △the private investment project for the Jung-bu Connector Expressway △and joint creation of Han River waterfront tourism resources.

Mayor Choi Hyun-deok explained that the direct connection of the Suksuk Bridge's Seondong IC could serve as a mutually beneficial approach for both Namyangju City and Hanam City.

He emphasized in particular that when the future underground construction of Gangbyeon-bukro is carried out, Hanam citizens will also be able to use the Suksuk Bridge, allowing both sides to benefit from improved transportation conditions.

He also requested cooperation on shuttle bus operations between the two regions to support convenience of movement for Namyangju and Hanam residents.

In response, Hanam Mayor Lee Hyun-jae expressed his intention to continue developing initiatives such as the construction of a swaying bridge to revitalize Han River waterfront tourism resources.

The city plans to further strengthen communication channels with Hanam City and continuously manage major issues through consultations among relevant departments.

Mayor Choi Hyun-deok said, "Namyangju City and Hanam City are not only geographically close but also have many issues to tackle together in various fields including transportation, living, and tourism. Going forward, I will communicate frequently with Mayor Lee Hyun-jae and make active efforts to create tangible cooperation outcomes between the two cities based on mutual trust," he said.

Meanwhile, following this meeting, Mayor Choi Hyun-deok plans to visit Hanam City in the future to continue communication with Mayor Lee Hyun-jae.