[Photo] Lee Gijae, Yangcheon District Mayor, Conducts On-site Inspection of Snow Removal Measures Progress

[Seoul District News] Lee Gijae, Yangcheon District Mayor, Conducts Intensive Snow Removal Measures Inspection Ahead of Weekend Snow Forecast on the Afternoon of the 2nd ... Oh Seung-rok, Nowon District Mayor, Attends 2022 Citizen Awards and Model Citizen Commendation Ceremony ... Yoo Seong-hoon, Geumcheon District Mayor, Attends '2022 Volunteer Day Commemoration Event' on the 2nd, Receives Meritorious Service Award ... Dongdaemun District to Host 2022 Volunteer Day Commemoration Event at Dongdaemun District Office on the 6th, Featuring Outstanding Volunteer Awards, Celebration Performances, and Volunteer Promotion Experience Booths

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Lee Gi-jae, Mayor of Yangcheon District Office, visited the snow removal countermeasure site on the afternoon of the 2nd ahead of the weekend snow forecast to thoroughly check the progress of the measures.

First, at the Mokdong Snow Removal Forward Base, Mayor Lee received a report on the progress of snow removal measures, checked the management status of de-icing agents, and then visited the sections where fixed automatic brine spraying devices and mobile liquid de-icing agent spraying devices were installed to carefully inspect their operation status.

Since the launch of the Snow Removal Countermeasure Headquarters on the 15th of last month, Yangcheon District has increased the number of fixed automatic liquid spraying devices by four this year and expanded mobile automatic liquid spraying devices to 70 units across 21 locations.

Additionally, snow removal equipment and safety supplies were further procured to establish a response system that enables prompt snow removal operations during heavy snowfall.

The district also plans to invest an additional 300 million KRW this winter to double the automatic liquid spraying devices and reinforce manpower and vehicles to minimize inconvenience to residents caused by heavy snow.

Oh Seung-rok, Mayor of Nowon District Office, attended the ‘Hall of Fame Unveiling Ceremony and Citizen Award Presentation’ held at the Nowon Citizens’ Hall at 2:50 p.m. on the 2nd.

The Hall of Fame unveiled that day was created to honor and repay citizens who contributed to the development of the district and was opened to the public in conjunction with the 2022 Citizen Award Ceremony.

The event was held with the attendance of Mayor Oh Seung-rok and representatives of the citizens. It began with a pre-ceremony performance by the traditional Korean music group Toris, followed by the unveiling ceremony and the presentation of Citizen Awards and Model Citizen Commendations.

On this day, Mayor Oh awarded Model Citizen Awards to a total of 303 residents who contributed to local development in various fields including community leaders, professional organizations, and the Salpimi group.

Furthermore, eight individuals who set exemplary standards in categories such as filial piety, volunteerism, and youth were selected and presented with Citizen Awards.

Mayor Oh Seung-rok said, “I express my gratitude to the awardees who have shown exemplary conduct through many activities for regional development and helping neighbors in need,” adding, “I ask everyone to continue to take great interest and actively participate in both big and small matters occurring in the community.”

Geumcheon District (Mayor Yoo Sung-hoon) held the ‘2022 Volunteer Day’ commemorative event at 2 p.m. on the 2nd in the main auditorium of Geumcheon District Office to celebrate Volunteer Day.

Under the theme ‘The Light That Brightens Geumcheon District, You Are the Volunteer!’, this event was organized to promote participation in volunteer activities and boost the morale of volunteers.

About 300 people, including Mayor Yoo Sung-hoon, invited guests, and volunteers, attended the event.

The first part featured a healing performance with volunteers presenting janggu (traditional drum), saxophone, lip-sync comedy, trot music performances, and a stage by a guest singer. A Sujok therapy experience booth was also operated.

In the second part, awards were presented to outstanding volunteers and groups who actively participated in sharing and volunteer activities for neighbors in need, and appreciation plaques were given to companies that contributed to creating a warm Geumcheon through social contribution activities.

Mayor Yoo Sung-hoon expressed, “I extend my gratitude to the volunteers who practiced the spirit of sharing throughout the year.”

Dongdaemun District (Mayor Lee Pil-hyung) will hold the 2022 Volunteer Day commemorative event on the 6th at the multipurpose auditorium on the 2nd floor of Dongdaemun District Office under the theme ‘Let’s Join Together, Dongdaemun! Volunteers by My Side!’

This commemorative event was planned to celebrate Volunteer Day (December 5) and to provide a venue for Dongdaemun volunteers who have practiced sharing for neighbors and the community throughout the year to unite and communicate.

The ceremony will include an award presentation for 25 volunteers who have practiced sharing and consideration throughout the year, a volunteer oath, screening of volunteer activity videos, and performances for volunteers.

Especially, a special performance will feature a lively rhythmic dance by developmentally disabled individuals from the local Disabled Job Center, Kumdre, and volunteers’ spoon percussion and choir performances.

Additionally, six experience booths will be operated in the lobby in front of the event hall for volunteers, including a photo zone, eyeglass holder making, succulent plant growing, and natural material brooch making. These booths will be run directly by volunteers to add diverse enjoyment.

Mayor Lee Pil-hyung of Dongdaemun District said, “I sincerely thank the volunteers who have practiced sharing invisibly for neighbors and the community. We will continue to do our best to support volunteers so that they can work safely and with pride.”