Chapter 1248 - Chapter 1248 Chapter 1203 Automotive City Research
Chapter 1248: Chapter 1203: Automotive City Research Chapter 1248: Chapter 1203: Automotive City Research Winter in Longxi Province is still very cold, although not as severe as in the northeastern regions. But temperatures around negative ten degrees Celsius are quite common.
On both sides of the road, piles of white snow accumulate. The buildings are also shrouded in a blanket of white, and the air in winter always carries a hazy fog.
At the exit of the Liangzhou East Toll Station on the ancient Liang Highway, a line of five or six cars is arrayed by the roadside. At the very front is Yang Yicheng’s official car. A joint-venture brand car, its price did not exceed 180,000 yuan, and its engine displacement did not exceed 1.8 liters. Everything was strictly in accordance with the regulations from the higher-ups.
In the car, the heater was on, giving a warm and spring-like feeling. On board were Yang Yicheng, Qin Weiran, and Peng Yihua from the Development Zone.
This time, Secretary Nie was inspecting the construction of the vehicle city, with the main focus being the Economic and Technological Development Zone. As the secretary of the Development Zone, Peng Yihua naturally played a major role.
“Secretary, just now some people from the Ma Family Manor blocked the entrance to the Development Zone again. I think with the city’s decision to redraw and redefine the boundaries of the Development Zone, they are really anxious. Many are crying and shouting for the government to consider their actual situation and asking for demolition by the government,” Peng Yihua reported on the recent events.
Upon hearing this, Yang Yicheng’s face showed a trace of disdain, “People deserving of pity often have detestable sides. These people have indeed gone bankrupt constructing illegal buildings. Although not expropriating this area may be tragic for them, their initial intentions were impure. The bad fruit they’re reaping today is of their own sowing–it’s a consequence they brought upon themselves.”
With some difficulty, Peng Yihua said, “Secretary, considering the situation of these people, I estimate that when Secretary Nie inspects the vehicle city, I’m afraid they will try to block his way.”
“Let them block if they want to block. I believe Secretary Nie will be able to understand and sympathize with our difficulties,” Yang Yicheng was very confident. After this event, Yang Yicheng was thoroughly enraged. These people treated the party and government’s concern as a retreat, and regarded the government’s leniency as fear. Such people are never satisfied. If we agree to one demand, they’ll just come up with a new one.
“Secretary, if we simply ignore Ma Family Manor and leave it be, would it not become an isolated island within the Development Zone? On one hand, there’s the impact on the whole city’s image planning. Moreover, if truly left unattended, would it not become even harder to demolish later on?” Qin Weiran began to speak, voicing his concerns.
Qin Weiran’s worries were not unfounded. From the perspective of urban planning and overall image, it is indeed discordant to have a village exist in the middle of an industrial area. Not to mention that it obstructs the overall aesthetic, it also hinders the layout of roads, municipal utilities, and even public transportation routes. Moreover, according to the laws of commercial development, as the surrounding areas continue to be developed, the land and housing prices in the area will gradually increase. In hindsight, Ma Family Manor will become like a cancer.
After pondering for a moment, Yang Yicheng nodded in agreement–it was a concern with a basis. However, for now, they could not open this Pandora’s box. Looking at Qin Weiran and Peng Yihua, he said, “The demolition of Ma Family Manor is definitely on the agenda, but not right now. At this moment, we must present a stance of disregarding Ma Family Manor. Cries from others are useless; the most important aspect is to gain the consent of the key households in Ma Family Manor led by Third Master Ma. We have to win them over. Only when these people sign off can we consider this battle a success.”
While speaking, a knocking sound came from the window. Yang Yicheng’s secretary was already standing by the side. The window rolled down, and the secretary respectfully reported, “Secretary, Mayor Qin, news has come from the front: Secretary Nie’s convoy is about to arrive, only five or six minutes away.”
Yang Yicheng nodded and said to Qin Weiran, “Old Qin, let’s go down together.”
As the news of Nie Zhenbang’s imminent arrival spread, all the leaders who had come to welcome him got out of their cars. No one needed to give any commands or make arrangements.
Those within the system are very familiar with rankings, which can be said to have been ingrained deep into their marrow.
In the front, of course, was Yang Yicheng, followed by Mayor Qin Weiran. The main leaders of the Liangzhou Municipal Committee came after, while Peng Yihua, secretary of the Development Zone, could only rank seventh or eighth.
Ahead, within the toll station, a convoy with hazard lights flashing slowly approached. It went directly through the green channel on the rightmost side of the toll station and stopped by the vehicles there.
The doors of the Da Jin Long business van opened, and Nie Zhenbang stepped out. He smiled and said, “Yicheng, this is good, understanding how to guide public opinion. Such an approach is very good. This can be considered a brand new model for future demolitions.”
Nie Zhenbang sincerely praised Yang Yicheng. This demolition in Liangzhou City had revealed Yang Yicheng’s shining points to Nie Zhenbang.
In the process of demolition, there are many unexpected factors; some are due to the government’s faults. However, there are also a very few cases where the fault lies with those whose properties are being demolished. In this regard, Nie Zhenbang was very objective. He did not pity the demolition households simply because they were in a vulnerable position.
Mutuality is essential, and fairness and justice are the principles. It is inappropriate for either the government or the demolition households to suffer a loss. Therefore, it was commendable that Yang Yicheng had avoided conflict and found such an approach. Now, domestic media coverage about Longxi Province and Liangzhou City’s demolitions has been plentiful, and moreover, the reporting has been mainly positive. This was the greatest affirmation.
After shaking hands with Mayor Qin Weiran and other city leaders, Nie Zhenbang said, “Comrade Yicheng and Comrade Weiran, come with me. Let’s not go to the Municipal Committee. First, let’s go check on the Auto City.”
From the eastern toll gate of Liangzhou to the Development Zone lies in completely different directions, passing straight through the entire city of Liangzhou. On the main road entering the Development Zone, there’s a massive archway, welcoming visitors to the “Provincial Economic and Technological Development Zone, Liangzhou Development Zone.”
The Auto City project, with China Auto Group as the foundation and core pillar, was a critical project. This time, the investigation and inspection of the Auto City was mainly to review the construction progress of China Auto Group’s production base.
After the convoy entered the Development Zone, it passed through the original Development Zone area, and the land ahead started to appear barren. At this time of year, most projects had already stopped work. On the one hand, the weather in Longxi was cold, making it difficult to work on the frozen ground. Furthermore, it was time for the holidays.
Looking out the window at the scenery, though barren, Nie Zhenbang was in a cheerful mood. He smiled and said, “Comrade Yicheng, the Development Zone is acting swiftly. The main road has been quickly connected. Now, Liangzhou City has already planted the phoenix trees; we’re just waiting to attract the golden phoenix. However, I have to make it clear to both of you. When it comes to investment attraction, attention to detail is paramount. The hardware must be strong, and so must the software. In terms of administrative approvals, procedures should be reduced and simplified. For investing enterprises, you must provide excellent caretaker service to retain them.”
The convoy entered the construction site of China Auto Group. Spanning over a thousand acres, the area was as flat as the Pacific, seemingly boundless. Roads within the factory area had been paved, and construction sheds and sites were neatly arranged.
Several factory buildings had already been completed. This progress also pleased Nie Zhenbang. After being shown around and introduced by the leaders of China Auto Group, he gained a preliminary understanding of the construction progress.
Next, Nie Zhenbang and his group toured some of the early-entered supporting enterprise construction sites adjacent to the factory. Their progress was swift as well. Nie Zhenbang encouraged them warmly. The Auto City project couldn’t rely solely on China Auto Group. To form a scale and a cluster advantage, it was necessary for many upstream and downstream enterprises to participate.
Back in the vehicle, Nie Zhenbang was very satisfied and said to Yang Yicheng and Qin Weiran, “The investment attraction of Auto City is quite good. However, the effort is still not strong enough; it needs to be progressively intensified. We must set clear goals. Liangzhou City should aim not only to be the Auto City of Longxi Province but also a well-known Auto City nationally and even globally. This is a long-term process that should not be taken lightly.”
Having said this, Nie Zhenbang changed the subject, “Comrade Yicheng, regarding the matter of Majia Manor, what are your current considerations?”