"Light Rail Not Proceeding" Explosive Remark, "Not Completely Scrapped" Confusion

○… On the 11th, during Suwon City Council's administrative questions, Mayor Kim Yong-seo stated regarding the Suwon light rail project that "the timing for promotion is still premature," clarifying a lack of intent to proceed, prompting a somewhat flustered response from city Urban Rail Department officials.

When Councilmember Kang Jang-bong asked through a supplementary question, "Is there a firm resolve regarding the Suwon light rail project?" Mayor Kim responded, "The investment timing is too early to bear a budget exceeding 1 trillion won," adding, "Frankly, (I have) no intention (to proceed)."

Regarding this, Urban Rail Department officials stated, "Mayor Kim's response does not mean 'complete abandonment' of the light rail project," explaining that it reflected a principled stance on the need for a long-term approach.

The official added, "The Suwon City Council is not demanding complete abandonment either, but rather that we take sufficient time and adopt a thorough approach rather than proceeding hastily," noting that the mayor's remarks align with this perspective.

Suwon Light Rail Ends Without Debate

○… As detailed questions continued on the Suwon light rail project regarding fiscal burden, urban landscape, traffic distribution, and environmental concerns such as noise pollution, Mayor Kim Yong-seo answered, "I have no intention to proceed," and the anticipated contentious supplementary question promptly ended.

Councilmember Kim Myung-wook stated, "Since the answer is that there is no intention to proceed, there seems to be nothing more to ask," and concluded his supplementary question by requesting, "We ask for careful judgment on the light rail project."

"Opposition to Seaho Golf Course" Petition Distributed

○… Residents of the Seaho Eco-Water Resources Center who visited the plenary hall to observe today's administrative questions distributed petition materials opposing the golf course and driving range to press reporters on site.

Through the petition, residents argued that facilities for some golf enthusiasts would create disharmony among residents, and expressed concerns over soil and water pollution during the golf course maintenance process.

Residents emphasized that traffic congestion is anticipated due to passenger vehicles visiting the golf course and driving range, and stressed the need for welfare and cultural facilities such as community centers and cultural centers for local residents.