Having finally caught a glimpse of Sheng Xiping, they quickly sought him out to discuss the matter.
Moreover, all the smaller projects have been outsourced, and the factory only produces boards and furniture. Even so, it's still too busy. What can we do?
Furthermore, although the woodworking factory is currently losing money, it is not yet at the point of being unable to continue operating, and the county may not be willing to let go.
So Sheng Xiping immediately contacted Zhou Qingyue and asked him to call Xia Chuanping in Erlianqiao and ask him to inquire about the sewing machine table factory.
Although Sheng Xiping really wanted that factory, he couldn't take the initiative to negotiate. Who knew if the other party would make exorbitant demands and take the opportunity to fleece him?
So we need to find out the details first before we can figure out a solution.
Two days later, Xia Chuanping called Sheng Xiping.
He said he had inquired about it and found out that the sewing machine table factory was now a porcupine; it was difficult to keep it or throw it away, and the county leaders were extremely worried.
If Sheng Xiping is willing, Xia Chuanping and his father-in-law can help by acting as matchmakers and ensuring the matter is resolved.
Upon hearing this, Sheng Xiping found it very agreeable, so he asked Xia Chuan and his son-in-law to facilitate the matter.
Xia Chuanping and Han Zhaosheng were quite efficient. Taking advantage of the dinner invitation, they mentioned to the leaders that Huayang Wood Products Factory was doing well and was looking for a place to build a branch factory.
Then, seemingly casually, he remarked that it would be great if this branch factory could be set up in the county, at least it would solve the employment problem for many people.
What was said in jest was taken seriously by the listener. Sure enough, within a few days, the news reached the ears of several county leaders.
"Mr. Sheng, I heard you're looking for a place to build a branch factory? Oh, congratulations, Mr. Sheng, may your business prosper!"
On September 26th, Sheng Xiping received a phone call from County Chief Chang.
The previous top leader, who was in charge of the Party Secretary, was transferred to a position in the city during the Spring Festival.
The county's top leader was replaced by Secretary Li from the province, while Chang Hongfa remained the county head.
"County Chief Chang, please don't make fun of me. I'm so worried that my hair is falling out in clumps. I can't find a suitable place to build a factory."
Sheng Xiping naturally understood why the other party had called; he was just putting on an act.
“What’s there to worry about? If you really can’t find a place in Songjianghe, come to the county. I’ll approve a piece of land for you to build a factory.” Chang Hongfa chuckled on the other end of the phone.
"Mr. Sheng, why don't you come over here and we can talk in person?"
After thinking about it for a moment, Sheng Xiping readily agreed and then took Zheng Hua and Yu Haiyang with him to the county.
After arriving in the county, Chang Hongfa specially arranged for several leaders to have dinner with Sheng Xiping and the others.
During the banquet, the topic of Huayang Wood Products Factory building a branch factory inevitably came up.
Then, someone casually brought it up, saying that the sewing machine table factory was idle, so why not let Huayang take over?
The factory buildings and machines over there are not old, and some of the machines should be usable at the Huayang factory as well.
Both sides were already interested; they were just waiting for someone to bring it up. Now that the matter was brought up directly, they immediately reached an agreement.
The next morning, Chang Hongfa personally took Sheng Xiping to the sewing machine table factory in the eastern suburbs of the county for an on-site inspection.
This board factory occupies about three hectares, and since it has been in use for several years since its construction, it looks quite good.
The machines in the workshop aren't old, and most of them can be used with a few modifications.
Sheng Xiping took a look and figured that if he took over the business, tidied things up, brought in some machinery and raw materials, and hired workers, production should be able to start by the end of the year.
Chang Hongfa was eager to get rid of this troublesome hedgehog, while Sheng Xiping was anxious to expand the branch factory's production. Originally, this should have been a good thing for both parties.
However, the problem arose precisely with the transfer price of this factory.
When Secretary Li from the province heard that someone wanted to take over the tableboard factory, and that it was Huayang Wood Products Factory, he made an outrageous demand, insisting on five million yuan.
They said they wouldn't sell the factory unless they had the money; they'd rather leave it idle.
This infuriated Chang Hongfa, as the county had provided a loan of two million yuan when the factory was being built.
The factory went bankrupt, and the two million yuan loan couldn't be repaid. The workers in the factory had nowhere to go and were causing trouble every day. Several leaders in the county were almost driven crazy with worry.
Finally, someone was willing to take over. According to Chang Hongfa, as long as the two million could be repaid, nothing else was asked.
These days, there aren't many people who can come up with two million; once this opportunity is gone, it's gone forever.
No matter how Chang Hongfa tried to persuade him, Li Jingyu refused to budge. In the end, Chang Hongfa was so angry that he had no choice but to report it to his superiors and go to the city.
Sheng Xiping also tried to find provincial leaders and, after much effort, finally took over the sewing machine table factory for two million yuan.
Once the factory was acquired, Sheng Xiping immediately arranged for people to come and set it up. He also invited mechanical experts to make some modifications to the original machines according to his requirements.
Meanwhile, advertisements were posted everywhere, announcing that the factory was recruiting workers.
These things couldn't be accomplished in a day or two, and Sheng Xiping couldn't stay in the county forever, so he arranged for someone to take charge and returned to Songjianghe.
On October 7th, the Provincial Forestry Department held a commendation meeting for education in the forestry system across the province in Changchun.
At the meeting, Songjianghe Forestry Bureau was recognized as a model bureau for education work.
The Education Department of the Bureau, Songlin High School, Vocational High School, No. 1 Primary School, No. 2 Primary School, and Manjiang Forest Farm School were awarded the title of Advanced Unit in Education Work.
Thirty teachers, including Zhou Qinglan, were recognized as outstanding workers in forestry education.
On the previous Teachers' Day, Zhou Qinglan was awarded the honorary title of Provincial Outstanding Teacher, and this time she was named an Advanced Worker, which can be said to be an extremely high honor.
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