Hwaseong City Offers Discount on Swimming Pools for Women of Childbearing Age

Hwaseong City has decided to offer discounts on swimming pool facility usage fees for women of childbearing age.

The city will reduce monthly usage fees by 5% for women aged 10 to 55 among members using the swimming pool at Hwaseong Sports Complex upon its completion on May 29, as well as for women who submit medical certificates or opinions confirming menstruation.

Meanwhile, the city has adjusted the discount rate for children, teenagers, and military personnel from 50% to 20%.

On the 21st, the city announced its legislative notice for partial amendments to the Hwaseong City Sports Facility Management and Operation Ordinance containing these provisions.

The city has also amended the Hwaseong City Social Welfare Facility Installation and Operation Ordinance to change jjimjilbang usage fees from free to 1,000 won.

A city official said, "Following suggestions from city council members, we have decided to offer discounts on facility usage fees as a measure to protect women's rights," and added, "Separately, the U&I; Center, Green Environment Center, and Workers Comprehensive Welfare Center are subject to individual laws and ordinances."