Kim Seong-je, the mayor of Uiwang, Gyeonggi Province, visited the Anyangcheon local river maintenance project site to inspect the progress and safety management ahead of its completion next month.
He reiterated his commitment to prioritizing citizen safety while transforming Anyangcheon into a prominent waterfront space for public use.
On September 9, Mayor Kim toured the Uiwang section of Anyangcheon, examining key construction areas from the Owu Bridge to the Gocheon 4 Bridge, Gwangmyeong Bridge, and Gocheon Scenic Park.
During the visit, he received updates from construction officials on the progress and management status, and personally checked the construction conditions and safety measures of river facilities in preparation for potential disasters such as heavy rainfall.
Mayor Kim expressed particular interest in the river's flood control capabilities and the convenience for citizens, inspecting the development of key facilities such as parks, walking paths, and bike lanes.
He urged, "Please ensure thorough safety management on-site until the end and meticulously oversee the planned construction to ensure it is completed without any issues."
The Anyangcheon local river maintenance project has been underway since 2022, targeting a 3.13 km stretch from the Uiwang-Gunpo boundary to Wangok-dong in Uiwang. The main objectives include enhancing flood safety, maintaining river facilities, improving water quality, and creating waterfront spaces.
This project aims to create a livable waterfront space where citizens can stay, walk, and enjoy, going beyond just ensuring river safety.
Mayor Kim plans that once the project is completed in October, Anyangcheon will transform into a disaster prevention area that ensures citizen safety and a recreational space for walking and leisure, becoming a key waterfront axis for balanced urban development and improved quality of life in Uiwang.
He remarked, "Anyangcheon is more than just a river; it is a valuable living space that adds relaxation and leisure to citizens' daily lives."
He emphasized, "We will carefully develop waterfront spaces, including walking paths, bike lanes, and parks, to ensure citizens can use them more conveniently and comfortably."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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