Kim Bo-ra, Anseong Mayor: "Anseong with Infinite Possibilities Will Never Stop"

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Park Chan-hyuk] Anseong Mayor Kim Bo-ra stated on the 25th that "the footsteps of Anseong, which possesses infinite possibilities, will never stop."

At the main session of the 2nd regular session of the 227th Anseong City Council on that day, Mayor Kim outlined this year's major achievements as well as next year's city administration direction and budget plan, emphasizing, "We will bloom innovation and change before our 200,000 citizens to create an Anseong where tomorrow is more anticipated than today, and an Anseong of opportunity where we all prosper together."

In her city administration address, Mayor Kim stated, "Our city has overcome continuous challenges including government tax shortfalls, sluggish exports, and economic recession, and has achieved significant results in diverse fields including the full-scale advancement of the semiconductor industry, expansion of settlement infrastructure, strengthening of public transportation, expansion of age-specific care services, revitalization of local tourism, and securing a record-breaking amount of national treasury funds (36.17 billion won)."

Next year's total Anseong City budget is 1.0879 trillion won, representing an 8.13% increase from this year. Based on careful calculation and analysis, the budget focuses on local economic revitalization, livelihood recovery, and welfare improvements, comprising 1.0739 trillion won in the general account and 14 billion won in special accounts.

The specific general account budget includes: △403.8 billion won for health and welfare △93.6 billion won for culture, sports, tourism, and industry △125.5 billion won for agriculture △32.2 billion won for education △10.1 billion won for safety △128 billion won for urban development and environment △77.7 billion won for roads and transportation, among others.

Additionally, next year's key policy initiatives include: △revitalizing the common people's economy through expanded living wage △establishing solid and comprehensive welfare safety net △strengthening culture and tourism industry utilizing local resources △preparing for climate change and improving agricultural added value △establishing Anseong-tailored education models △expanding safety facilities and enhancing citizen protection △expanding urban infrastructure and securing leisure space in daily life △guaranteeing citizen mobility rights through expanded transportation services.

Mayor Kim Bo-ra stated, "Above all, next year's budget reflects the determination not to be discouraged by the prevailing recession, but to overcome current challenges through more active investment and prepare for a bright future. I will remain steadfast in my attitude of listening and inquiry, create sound policies for Anseong's development, and do my utmost to implement them fairly."

Meanwhile, next year's final budget is scheduled to be confirmed at the third main session of the 2nd regular session of the 227th Anseong City Council to be held on the 19th of next month.