Nine o'clock in the morning.
The meeting room of the North Fourth District Office was packed with people.
Among them, there were only a handful of staff members from the district office, sitting around a large table.
Behind them, there were dozens of other unsuccessful candidates who had come to observe Han Wen'an's administrative affairs.
After all the staff at the district office had arrived, Han Wen'an looked at everyone and said, "Colleagues, I have been in office in the North Fourth District for over half a month now. During this time, together with you all, we have visited villages, communities, and fields of all sizes within the North Fourth District, and have gained a basic understanding of the district's situation. Today, I have convened this North Fourth District government meeting to plan our development strategy for this year!"
“Our North Fourth District comprises thirteen villages and communities, stretching from Shuangyushu in the east to Xishan in the west, from Erdaogou in the south to Anningzhuang in the north. Within our jurisdiction, apart from Shuangyushu, Erdaogou, Anningzhuang and other places with a relatively large amount of fertile land, most of the remaining areas are waterlogged areas, ponds, wasteland, overgrown with weeds, and mostly unclaimed land.”
"According to the imperial decree, all unclaimed land is government land and property! If people cultivate and settle it, it can be owned by the people after five years! It is precisely because there is so much government land and property that the imperial court has established institutions such as the Capital University, the Capital Political Affairs School, and the Privy Council Infantry School in our northern four districts."
“Currently, in our North Fourth District, there are many schools and many students. However, these people all live on campus. In addition, the population of the district is about 16,000, with an average of only about 1,000 people per village or community. The population is not large. Apart from the residents of the North Fourth District seat and Shuangyushu and other places who are relatively wealthy, the population of other places is at the average level.”
"This is a general overview of our North Fourth District!"
Looking at everyone present, Han Wenan continued, "After understanding the general situation, we need to make arrangements for the next steps. It's already early March, and spring plowing will begin soon. For us, this is the most important thing right now!"
"Food is the first necessity of the people!"
"Therefore, spring plowing is of particular importance. Spring drought is common during the spring plowing season, and our district office must ensure that spring plowing in all villages and communities proceeds smoothly, and we must also prepare for spring drought. Wang Hongzhang, you are in charge of this matter!"
Upon hearing the order, Wang Hongzhang nodded quickly and replied, "Don't worry, District Chief Han, I will definitely do my best!"
"Um."
Han Wen'an nodded, then turned to look at Ge Wenbin on the other side and said, "Ge Wenbin, you are in charge of water conservancy construction in our district. During this period, you will be responsible for surveying the ditches and lakes within the territory. You can seek assistance from Peking University and the Academy of Sciences to compile a map. After the autumn harvest, we will dredge the river channels and build irrigation canals. This will also help prevent disasters such as spring drought and summer floods! This is a long-term project, and we must not slack off!"
"clear!"
Ge Wenbin quickly agreed.
After giving instructions on farmland and water conservancy, the North Fourth District Government Meeting was basically over.
However, some of the other colleagues present were puzzled, thinking that this Han Wen'an was nothing special.
Farmland and irrigation—aren't these basic matters?
Is there nothing else besides these?
Thinking it over, a staff member from the North Fourth District spoke up: "District Chief Han, the instructions regarding farmland and irrigation have been given, but what should we do with all this wasteland in our North Fourth District? Should we recruit refugees and mobilize the people to reclaim the wasteland?"
"No need for now."
Han Wen'an waved his hand and said.
Everyone was stunned and stared at Han Wenan with some surprise.
Is this person only good at theoretical discussions?
For a moment, even the failed candidates sitting in the back listening to the proceedings felt a little doubtful.
Looking at the people around him, Han Wen'an seemed to understand what they were thinking.
Han Wen'an immediately explained, "Spring plowing is just around the corner, which is of utmost importance. Therefore, even for land reclamation, there isn't enough manpower available at the moment. That's one reason."
"Secondly, there aren't many migrants near the capital. Even those migrants from other prefectures and counties have mostly been recruited by various industrial zones and manufacturing bureaus to work as laborers. Some have even gone on to work in shops and businesses. The money they earn from working every day is far better than from farming, so farming has become a secondary option! It's quite difficult to recruit them to settle down and cultivate the land."
"Thirdly, our North Fourth District is located near the capital. If we only focus on farming, it would be a waste of our talents. The North Fourth District is not like Dongning. We can do other things here besides farming."
"Therefore, we will not proceed with the land reclamation for the time being!"
Hearing Han Wen'an's words, everyone present suddenly realized.
"Gentlemen,"
Looking at everyone, Han Wen'an continued, "The land reclamation experience in Dongning is just one example from various parts of the Great Gan Kingdom; it cannot be universally applied. We read books and newspapers, learning from others' experiences, not to simply follow the script. As the rulers of a region, we must combine local geography, culture, and specific circumstances for concrete analysis! For example, our Northern Fourth District has such an important geographical location; if we were to neglect it solely for farming, wouldn't that be a waste of its resources?"
Han Wen'an's teachings greatly benefited everyone present.
Some of the unsuccessful candidates, especially those in the rear, couldn't help but admire Han Wen'an.
No wonder this person was able to become the top scholar; he truly is a great talent!
Wang Hongzhang, however, understood the deeper meaning in Han Wen'an's words. Looking at Han Wen'an, he asked, "District Chief Han, besides farming, what else can we do in the North Fourth District? District Chief Han, do you have any ideas?"
"I do have an immature idea."
Han Wen'an nodded and said, "However, it is still under investigation and refinement. During this period, I will continue to visit the area around the North Fourth District to understand the situation. Once this idea is mature and perfected, I will report it to the court and request its opinion. If possible, I will discuss it with you all in detail at that time."
"good!"
Wang Hongzhang nodded and didn't say anything more.
"alright,"
Looking at everyone, Han Wen'an said, "This meeting of the four northern districts' government affairs is now adjourned. Wang Hongzhang and Ge Wenbin, you bear heavy responsibilities; you must do your best!"
"Please rest assured, District Chief Han!"
Wang Hongzhang and Ge Wenbin quickly responded.
After the meeting ended, all the staff in the district office got busy.
Wang Hongzhang, who was in charge of spring plowing, sent people to Tanggu Fertilizer Plant to learn about the fertilizer situation on Han Wen'an's advice, and requested that the staff of Tanggu Fertilizer Plant come to the North Fourth District to explain the fertilizer usage.
Ge Wenbin, on the other hand, began to visit ditches and dredge some key sections to ensure the smooth progress of spring plowing.
The unsuccessful candidates who were listening in were pondering Han Wen'an's words.
Everyone in the entire North Fourth District is busy...
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