Changwon Mayor-elect Kang Ki-yoon: "Appointments Will Be Based on Who Is Most Suitable for Changwon's Development"

"I will create an organization where hardworking public officials
can feel a sense of accomplishment and pride"

"Appointments should be based on ability and performance, not on factionalism or political alignment. The criterion will not be which side someone was on, but who is the most suitable person for the development of Changwon."

Kang Ki-yoon, the elected mayor of Changwon, made this promise at the agency work report session of the transition committee.

Kang Ki-yoon, mayor-elect of Changwon, is speaking at the institution work report meeting of the transition committee. [Photo by Transition Committee]

He also stated, "I will create an organization where hardworking public officials can feel a sense of accomplishment and pride," adding, "When public officials are happy, citizens are happy, and when the public sector is vibrant, city administration can also progress."

Kang attended the agency work report session of the transition committee on June 11 and 12, and said, "The transition committee is the starting point of a new city administration for the citizens," and added, "Based on a citizen-first approach, I will bring about a new transformation in Changwon."

He further emphasized, "Changwon City should now be operated with a focus on citizens rather than administration," and continued, "We will find answers in the field to what inconveniences citizens face and what they want, and build an administration that serves citizens and earns their love."

In particular, he announced plans to leverage his corporate management experience to improve administrative efficiency and create a business-friendly environment, focusing efforts on regional economic recovery and job creation.

Regarding the operation of the transition committee, he stressed, "We will establish a small but strong transition committee, one that serves and acts."

Kang explained, "Members of the transition committee are participating with a spirit of volunteerism, not seeking allowances or compensation," and added, "We will focus on achieving results that citizens can truly feel, rather than expanding the size of the organization."

He went on to say, "Through agency work reports and on-site inspections, we will identify policies that can be implemented immediately upon inauguration and minimize any administrative gaps."

In terms of administrative innovation, he stated, "We will break down silos between departments and strengthen collaboration," and continued, "To swiftly address issues on the ground, we will improve organizational and work systems, and reinforce the fairness and independence of audit functions."

Kang affirmed, "I will prioritize the lives of citizens, regional economic recovery, the future of youth, and balanced development of Masan, Changwon, and Jinhae over political interests," and pledged, "Together with citizens, I will pave the way for a new Changwon."

Finally, Kang presented the vision for the 9th popularly elected administration—"A new Changwon, a stronger economy, and a more prosperous citizenry"—and promised, "I will deliver change and results that all citizens can truly experience."

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