Official Career Storm

Chapter 1696: Chapter 1696

Near closing time, Chang Hai arrived, accompanied by Song Guanchao.

With Governor Yang mediating, Wu Qiangwei didn’t make things difficult for him, only inquired about the pollution situation in the park.

Companies wantonly discharged pollutants, and there was a tributary near the park leading to Lingjiang, which had been polluted for years, turning black and foul-smelling, severely affecting the life water of nearby residents.

The poisonous gas was also discharged without treatment, secretly released at night, forcing families to shut their doors.

"Without Governor Yang’s intervention this time, I truly want to know how Mayor Chang plans to handle it." Song Guanchao sneered.

To Yang Gaolin, Chang Hai was a competent subordinate.

But in Song Guanchao’s view, Yang Gaolin should be removed from office twice, or even face criminal charges!

Chang Hai responded calmly, "If Director Song were in my position, he might not handle it any better than I do."

"Ha, don’t compare yourself to me." Song Guanchao spoke disdainfully: "As a cadre, if all you think about is flattering and pleasing the leaders, and how to handle things without disappointing them, then you, as a cadre, should just go home and plant sweet potatoes!"

Anger rose on Chang Hai’s face, he was about to retort when Song Guanchao continued, "What, not convinced? You are the Vice Mayor, the District Mayor, the Secretary of the Party Committee of the park! This position wasn’t given to you by Governor Yang, it was given to you by the Party and the people! You should stand on the side of the common people, not ponder how everything you do will affect your promotion by the leaders!"

"To Governor Yang, you are a competent subordinate, but to the people, you are more despicable and hateful than corrupt officials!"

"Remember, Chang Hai, that all the residents suffering from illnesses near the park are due to your inaction! The law may not punish you severely, but ethics must judge you!"

"You are just garbage, a pest, an incompetent scoundrel who occupies a position without doing anything! You are not better than corrupt officials; you are unworthy of being an official!"

Wu Qiangwei didn’t stop him, and Song Guanchao’s words also spoke for her.

Chang Hai’s face twisted slightly, eager to refute but found he had no grounds to counter.

What Song Guanchao said was indisputably correct.

"Mayor Chang, you should go back," Wu Qiangwei said.

Chang Hai stood up wordlessly; as he reached the door, he suddenly stopped and said without turning back, "Director Song was right to criticize me; I truly am unfit to be an official."

With that, he pushed the door open and left.

"Hmph!"

Song Guanchao snorted coldly, "At least he has some self-awareness."

Wu Qiangwei sighed and said to the outside, "Xiao Shu, come in."

Shu Xue walked in, "Mayor."

"Contact Mayor Sun and the other five Vice Mayors, as well as Secretary Han, and have them come over."

"Oh..." Shu Xue wanted to ask if it was too late now, but seeing Wu Qiangwei’s somewhat unpleasant expression, she silently left.

Sun Jiajun was at the City Government, three of the five Vice Mayors were also there, while the other two were out. Upon receiving the call, they inquired with Shu Xue about the matter.

Shu Xue expressed that she didn’t know, she only mentioned that Mayor Wu’s expression was very grave and hoped they could return as soon as possible.

A few minutes later, Sun Jiajun and three Vice Mayors, along with Han Lan, arrived first.

Upon entering the office, they saw Song Guanchao present as well.

The group drew out chairs and sat down, with Sun Jiajun taking the lead to speak, "Is Mayor Wu planning a meeting?"

"Have some tea first; the other two Vice Mayors have yet to arrive," Wu Qiangwei said.

At about half-past five in the afternoon, the time to leave work, the remaining two Vice Mayors finally arrived late.

They came somewhat rushed, still catching their breath as they sat down.

With everyone present, Wu Qiangwei said, "I invited everyone here mainly to discuss the pollution issue of the High-tech Zone’s industrial park."

Sun Jiajun immediately perked up, as he thought he’d have to wait several days and didn’t expect the issue to be addressed so soon.

Except for Sun Jiajun, the other five Vice Mayors, along with Secretary Han Lan, were not aware of the matter.

"Director Song, please outline the situation."

Song Guanchao nodded and briefly explained the pollution situation in the park to everyone.

After he finished, there was little change in everyone’s expression.

However, they belatedly realized a problem.

As they recalled, the industrial park was under Chang Hai’s jurisdiction, one of the City Government’s main leaders, but Chang Hai wasn’t present.

Was he deliberately excluded from the meeting?

"The pollution problem in the park is severe; Mayor Chang hasn’t given it enough attention over the years, nor has he implemented correct countermeasures, leading to the worsening of this problem."

Wu Qiangwei suggested, "I propose the City Government establish an inspection team to enter the High-tech Zone and thoroughly investigate the industrial park’s pollution issue."

Sun Jiajun asked, "Mayor Wu, why isn’t Mayor Chang attending this meeting?"

Wu Qiangwei replied, "He doesn’t need to attend."

Sun Jiajun stated, "Mayor Chang is also a Vice Mayor, and he is the Secretary of the Party Committee of the park. He is most familiar with the situation there, and I think he should attend the meeting."

Wu Qiangwei responded, "Comrade Chang Hai has served as Party Committee Secretary for ten years; if he could solve the problem, it wouldn’t have dragged on till now. I believe we don’t need to consider his advice to avoid influence. Establishing an inspection team to investigate the polluting enterprises directly will yield more objective information."

"Moreover, I propose that Comrade Chang Hai’s positions as the Party Committee Secretary and Director of the industrial park, as well as his position as District Mayor of the High-tech Zone, be temporarily revoked."

Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback, including Sun Jiajun, who was equally surprised but soon felt overwhelming joy.

Wu Qiangwei probably didn’t know Chang Hai was backed by Governor Yang!

If she knew, she wouldn’t have acted this way.

Revoking Chang Hai’s positions is virtually a slap in Governor Yang’s face!

Suppressing his delight, Sun Jiajun said, "What is the rationale behind revoking his positions? Mayor Wu must provide a reason."

Wu Qiangwei, knowing what he was thinking, replied, "The industrial park pollution issue has persisted for a long time; Mayor Chang was in his position but didn’t manage affairs, is this reason sufficient?"

Sun Jiajun meaningfully said, "I believe, in matters of personnel dismissals, it’s best to communicate with the City Committee before making a decision."

Wu Qiangwei stared at him, raising her eyebrows, "Does Mayor Sun believe that as Mayor, I don’t have the authority to revoke Comrade Chang Hai’s positions?"

"Mayor Wu misunderstood; I merely believe it’s inappropriate to revoke Mayor Chang’s long-held positions as District Mayor and Party Committee Secretary just like that," Sun Jiajun equivocated.

"Why is it inappropriate?" Wu Qiangwei replied, "The pollution issue of the park was brought to my attention by you. You likely have a clearer understanding of the severity of the pollution than I do. You should also be aware of the duration of the pollution more than I am."

"It is an objective fact that Chang Hai hasn’t resolved the issue for years."

"Revoking the positions of a Party Committee Secretary who cannot resolve the issue in ten years is sensible and justified!"

"I find Mayor Sun’s reaction hard to comprehend."

Sun Jiajun didn’t expect her to react so strongly; he forced a smile and said, "I just feel, as comrades, who hasn’t made mistakes? Besides, Mayor Chang didn’t necessarily make mistakes intentionally; we ought to have more tolerance. But since Mayor Wu insists, I won’t say more. Let it be revoked."

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