Gwangsan-gu Good Price Businesses in Gwangju: 96% of Owners Say the Policy "Helped"

High Perceived Benefits from Support for Public Utility Fees and Standard Garbage Bags
Fifteen Businesses Report Increased Sales After Designation

Businesses receive support for public utility fees and standard garbage bags, and their names are posted on the district office website and social media (SNS). Most business owners said that Gwangsan-gu’s "Good Price Business" support policy has been helpful.

According to Gwangsan-gu on February 20, the district conducted a satisfaction survey of business owners on the operation and support program of Good Price Businesses from January 27 to February 3. Among the 57 businesses that responded, 55 (96%) said the policy was helpful.

A plaque designating the establishment as a 'Chakhan Gagyeok Eopso' is attached to the entrance door of a restaurant in Gwangsan District, Gwangju. Provided by Gwangsan District

The Good Price Business system is designed to stabilize prices and revitalize local commercial districts by designating establishments that offer reasonable prices and maintain good hygiene and service standards. Designated businesses receive incentives such as support for public utility fees, support for standard garbage bags, and business promotion.

In this survey, the most common response, given by 47 owners, was that the incentive support had been helpful. Fifteen owners responded that they felt an increase in sales after being designated.

As future improvement measures, business owners mainly requested continued support for public utility fees and standard garbage bags. They also suggested measures to expand the policy’s impact, such as events certifying the use of Good Price Businesses.

Based on the satisfaction survey results, Gwangsan-gu plans to maintain support for public utility fees and operational costs, which have high perceived benefits, and to review customized support measures that reflect the characteristics of each business. The district also announced that it will enhance events certifying the use of Good Price Businesses and strengthen promotion through the district office website and social media to raise public awareness.

A Gwangsan-gu official said, "The Good Price Business policy is making a tangible contribution to price stability and the revitalization of the local economy," adding, "We will expand support by reflecting on-site feedback and continue livelihood policies that citizens can truly feel in their daily lives."