The Hwachun County Council in Gangwon Province has been actively engaging with residents at local night markets and cultural and sports events while observing festival operations in other regions. The council is sharing details about the attending members and their purposes through press releases and its website.
According to the Hwachun County Council, members recently attended the Hwachun Town Night Market, the Gangwon Happiness Concert, the County Sports Association Park Golf Tournament, and an alumni event at Pungsan Elementary School. They also explored food sales, experience programs, and tourist facilities at the Wonju Dumpling Festival.
Chairperson Jo Woong-hee, along with council members Kim Dong-wan, Kim Myung-jin, Park Jin-cheon, and Choi Ho-ki, participated in the Wonju Dumpling Festival. They examined the event's layout and program operations, seeking ideas to incorporate into Hwachun County's festivals.
On October 23, at the Hwachun Forestry Cooperative parking lot, Chairperson Jo and Vice Chairperson Lee Sun-hee, along with council members Kim Dong-wan, Kim Eun-kyung, Park Jin-cheon, and Choi Ho-ki, attended the Hwachun Town Residents' Committee Night Market to encourage residents and vendors.
Visits to external festivals and local night markets reflect a shared interest in attracting tourists and expanding consumer spending through food offerings. The council's observations included not only sales within the festival grounds but also how to connect with surrounding businesses, providing insights for future tourism and local economic policies.
The council also met with residents at cultural and sports events. On October 24, at the Hwachun Youth Training Center, Chairperson Jo, Vice Chairperson Lee, and council members Park Jin-cheon and Choi Ho-ki attended the 'Gangwon Happiness Concert,' encouraging participants and enjoying the performances.
On the same day, at the opening ceremony of the County Sports Association Park Golf Tournament held at the Sain Park Golf Course, Chairperson Jo, Vice Chairperson Lee, and council members Kim Myung-jin, Kim Eun-kyung, Park Jin-cheon, and Choi Ho-ki gathered to wish success to the participating athletes. They also attended the Pungsan Elementary School Alumni Association Family Unity Event to connect with alumni.
Council members visited various locations closely related to residents' lives, including commerce, tourism, culture, sports, and community. Council members Park Jin-cheon and Choi Ho-ki attended all five events recently disclosed.
The county council operates a dedicated section on its official website for each council member, featuring photo records and press releases. This section indicates the date, location, and participating members, allowing residents to verify individual council activities. By documenting and sharing these visits, the council aims to enhance residents' access to information about legislative activities.
Chairperson Jo expressed a commitment to focus on attracting tourists using local specialties, revitalizing commerce, promoting cultural and artistic enjoyment in daily life, and supporting healthy leisure activities at each event. He emphasized the significance of events created collaboratively with residents and expressed hope that the bonds and unity among alumni would contribute to community development.
During the visit to the Wonju Dumpling Festival, he stated, “We will explore ways to utilize Hwachun County's tourism resources and local specialties to attract tourists and invigorate the local economy.” At the Gangwon Happiness Concert, he added, “We will pay attention to ensuring that county residents can enjoy various cultural and artistic experiences up close.”
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