Improvement of Performance for 95 Intelligent CCTVs in Bupyeong-gu... Active Communication Ordered Regarding GTX-B Ventilation Conflict

Incheon Bupyeong-gu is set to significantly improve the image quality of outdated intelligent CCTVs and introduce a smart situation propagation system to strengthen the local safety net. Meanwhile, regarding the recent conflict over the installation of the GTX-B line ventilation shaft due to logging work, voices have emerged pointing out the lack of communication with residents and urging the operation of a substantial consultative body.

During the third report of the Urban Environment Committee at the 274th Bupyeong District Council temporary session held on January 30, Council Member Yoon Gu-young (People Power Party·Samsan 2-dong, Bugae 2·3-dong) focused on enhancing safety management and strengthening residents' right to know.

Council Member Yoon pointed out that "the deterioration of image quality of 95 old CCTVs installed between 2013 and 2015 is causing difficulties for monitoring personnel in their duties," and urged that the project to improve performance from the existing 2 million pixels to 4 million pixels be carried out without delay.

Regarding the newly introduced 'smart situation propagation system', he noted, "Although 120 million won will be invested to speed up communication between related agencies, the disaster messages delivered to residents are still lacking."

Yoon stated, "While nearby local governments sent out 31 messages, our district performed poorly," citing recent cases such as the Cheongcheon-dong house fire, and emphasized, "In social disaster situations, residents must be able to evacuate quickly and be aware, so the operational regulations should be actively interpreted and utilized."

Regarding the ongoing conflict over the installation of the GTX-B line ventilation shaft at Baegun Park, sharp criticism was directed at the administrative communication methods.

Yoon mentioned, "In the case of Bucheon Sangdong Lake Park, residents achieved results through active communication by excluding the installation of a transformer station via a consultative body," and stated, "Even if the Baegun Park ventilation shaft is a legally required facility, the lack of prior notice during the logging process should not make residents feel 'deceived.'"

In particular, regarding the concerns residents have about the function of the ventilation shaft (air supply) and the use of emergency escape stairs, he said, "A process to clarify misunderstandings based on accurate information must precede," and called for the swift formation of a consultative body and publicity that meets residents' expectations.

Additionally, Yoon welcomed the introduction of the 'Civil Defence Education Electronic Notification System' to be implemented from February this year, evaluating it as "a good example that can increase the viewing rate and maximize administrative efficiency with a budget of 22 million won."

He also added regarding the increase in complaints about unfriendly city buses and refusal to board, "Do not stop at administrative guidance and fines; if necessary, public officials should directly board buses during specific times to experience residents' inconveniences and implement field-oriented administration."