Gapyeong County Concludes '58th Gapyeong County Citizens' Day'

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Eom In-yong] Gapyeong County successfully held the 'Commemoration Ceremony for the 58th Gapyeong County Citizens' Day' on the 17th at the Gapyeong Cultural Arts Center.

The event was attended by approximately 600 people, including County Governor Seo Tae-won, Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Dong-yeon, National Assembly Member Kim Yong-tae, County Assembly Speaker Kim Kyung-soo and assembly members, local organizations and civic group leaders, and citizens.

The ceremony opened with pre-ceremony performances by local artists.

Following an opening laser performance, the event commemorated and comforted the wounds and pain of county residents caused by torrential rainfall, and reaffirmed the resolve for a new beginning under the slogan 'Again! Gapyeong'.

The event proceeded with award presentations including certificates of appreciation, Citizens' Awards, Gyeonggi Province Citizens' Awards, and the Governor's Commendations, followed by commemorative remarks and congratulatory speeches. The Citizens' Award was presented in six categories including regional stability, and the Gyeonggi Province Citizens' Award in eight categories including law and order establishment, honoring the contributions of residents dedicated to county development.

Notably, Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Dong-yeon attended the event in person, presenting commendations and delivering congratulatory remarks while encouraging the resilience shown by Gapyeong County following the flood and the efforts of county citizens.

Governor Kim said in his remarks, "Gapyeong County has many positive developments such as being designated as a border region and being selected as a provincial garden. I believe that a bright future for Gapyeong will unfold as this weather today. Let us work together for Gapyeong's future."

County Governor Seo Tae-won stated, "Although we went through difficult times due to unprecedented torrential rainfall, thanks to the unified efforts of our county residents and support from all sectors nationwide, we are rapidly recovering our daily lives. I hope this County Citizens' Day becomes a new starting point for challenge and a turning point for greater advancement for all county residents."