"What's your problem?" Luo Yuzhu became even more unhappy and said, "Brother Tang, let me tell you. Why don't I call my uncle, or you go to the city government."
Tang Xiaobao was embarrassed and said, "Don't mess around."
Yuan Wei's face changed. He looked at Tang Xiaobao pitifully and said, "Mr. Tang, don't be anxious. Let me explain it to you slowly. I'm really in trouble about this matter."
Pursing her lips, Luo Yuzhu glanced at Tang Xiaobao with a hint of resentment.
Yuan Wei then said, "The cannery project was only approved a year ago. Due to water issues, the local villagers were strongly opposed, and the Pingxi Town Government had always refused to agree. But Boss Wang finally found Zhang Song, and the project was approved."
"Zhang Song, is he the old county magistrate of our county?" Tang Xiaobao was stunned.
Yuan Wei sighed, "Yeah, let's put it this way. After all, I'm not a local, but County Magistrate Zhang is a native of Tongjiang. He's worked in various towns and villages, and he's a veteran cadre. After County Magistrate Luo was transferred, he took over naturally. The two of us work as a team, and I'm usually helpless. Often, he and I disagree, and I have no choice but to give in. On the one hand, it's because he's an old comrade, and on the other hand, he has strong connections in the government and is usually a good guy. I can't compare to him in this regard. So, for the sake of the overall situation, I can only turn a blind eye to this project."
"But didn't the villagers down there come to petition?" Luo Yuzhu said unconvincedly, "You can't just turn a blind eye to this, right?"
"Speaking of this petition, of course I know about it, but the people didn't even find me because County Magistrate Zhang stepped in to handle it. Later, I heard that the petitioner was beaten, and it was County Magistrate Zhang who arranged for someone to mediate. I heard that he gave the villager 20,000 yuan, and the matter was settled privately. The villagers didn't make a fuss anymore. I don't want to take over this hot potato. If I really took it over, wouldn't I be asking for trouble? The key is that County Magistrate Zhang handled this matter from beginning to end, and he was concerned about every aspect. Let me say privately, he probably got some benefits, otherwise he wouldn't be so concerned. So how can I take over? Isn't this clearly going against him? The government's work will be even more difficult to carry out in the future!"
After a pause, Yuan Wei sighed, "We all eat from the same pot. I will not violate any rules or laws and will work hard to do my job well. On the premise of unity, I will do more practical things for the people. But the prerequisite is that the team must be united. Otherwise, I won't be able to carry out any work."
Tang Xiaobao frowned and said, "It seems that County Magistrate Zhang really did take advantage of this."
Luo Yuzhu said angrily, "Of course. Zhang Song is such a jerk. Why would he help Boss Wang? Isn't he trading the interests of the common people for favors? He's just taking advantage of his seniority and acting recklessly. No, I'm going to tell my uncle about this."
Yuan Wei had a bitter face.
"It's true that your uncle used to be the deputy secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission, but now he is the deputy governor in charge of the economy. He can't take charge of this matter, right?" Tang Xiaobao said.
Luo Yuzhu said, "Then what do you think we should do? If not, then at least let him give the Discipline Inspection Commission a heads-up."
"We can just report this to the city government, why does it have to be reported to the provincial government?" said Tang Xiaobao.
Yuan Wei suddenly interjected, "It might not be helpful even if you report this to the city government. I've already reported this to the higher-ups."
His expression became a little strange, and he hesitated for a moment. Seeing Tang Xiaobao looking at him strangely, he had no choice but to continue, "Okay, I'll be honest. I have some friendship with Mayor Xiong Hanlin of the Municipal Party Committee. He used to be my old superior. I was able to become the County Party Secretary thanks to his recommendation. But he also told me that it's best not to interfere in this matter."
Tang Xiaobao was a little angry: "I finally understand. This Boss Wang and County Magistrate Zhang have someone above them."
"That's probably the case, so you have to understand my difficulties." Secretary Yuan complained.
Tang Xiaobao said, "Then my project can't be launched?"
Yuan Wei thought about it and gritted his teeth. "How can we not start it? Mr. Tang, I've always been very concerned about your tourism development in Tongjiang. Let me put it this way, I'm in charge of this matter. It concerns the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in the county, as well as the county's GDP. I definitely won't let anyone else take charge. So, I absolutely support the development of Huanglong Cave. So, regarding this cannery, I'll talk to County Magistrate Zhang and see if we can move it to another location."
"That's probably not possible."
Tang Xiaobao immediately expressed his stance. He had met with Boss Wang today and had a conversation with him. He had no objection to the factory moving, but he wanted compensation, and he would probably ask for a lot of it.
Who pays for this money?
In the end, the government will have to pay the bill.
The government pays the bill, which means the people pay the bill.
Why?
The fact that this factory is located there has always had problems. Now it is clear that there are illegal operations. Suspension for rectification, fines and relocation are light punishments. Revocation of the business license and production permit will not be a problem.
"Why not?" Yuan Wei was stunned. "He's polluted the local water source, and the people are complaining. Now he's hindering the overall rules of our county and seriously affecting the development of tourism resources. Even if he has the support of County Magistrate Zhang, I don't think County Magistrate Zhang would be so ignorant of the seriousness of the matter. With him doing the talking, how can Boss Wang not move out? If he really doesn't move, then I'll have to intervene."
Tang Xiaobao waved his hands and said, "You misunderstood me."
"ah?"
"I've discussed this with Boss Wang. He wants some compensation, and he'll probably ask for a lot. I know this kind of guy all too well," Tang Xiaobao scoffed. "And ultimately, will the government have to pay for it?"
Yuan Wei was stunned and thought, if the government doesn't do anything, how can you do anything?
Tang Xiaobao continued, "But what right does he have?"
His face turned stern and angry, and he said, "As a factory violating regulations, their business license should be revoked. I'm now questioning how they even got their production license. I don't believe the government hasn't conducted an on-site inspection and considered the environmental pollution issue. Does they have a food production safety certificate? Does their production comply with relevant regulations? I think this should be investigated. The government shouldn't take this money, and I won't take it either. Whoever approved this project for them should be held accountable."
Growing angrier as he spoke, Tang Xiaobao continued, "Our Shenlong Group has a market capitalization of tens of billions, but we've always been law-abiding and accepted oversight from the government and the public. Furthermore, if his small factory had been legal and hadn't caused any pollution, I wouldn't have had any problems buying it, let alone paying compensation. But the fact is, County Magistrate Zhang violated regulations, and Boss Wang broke the law."
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