《镇江市河道管理条例》实施一周年——法治赋能绘就幸福河湖新图景

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the "Zhenjiang River Management Regulations" has significantly improved the legal and standardized management of rivers and lakes, promoting ecological protection and enhancing the quality of life in Zhenjiang [1][3]. Group 1: Regulatory Framework and Mechanisms - The Zhenjiang Water Conservancy Bureau has established a three-in-one long-term management mechanism of "inspection, promotion, and review," transitioning river and lake protection from "concentrated remediation" to "normal long-term" management [1]. - The bureau has utilized technology to enhance supervision, integrating drone photography, video monitoring, and satellite remote sensing with on-foot inspections, creating a comprehensive regulatory framework [1]. - Over the past year, water conservancy departments conducted more than 4,670 inspections, mobilizing 15,000 law enforcement personnel and covering 3,400 kilometers of rivers and lakes, leading to the identification and resolution of numerous issues [1]. Group 2: Legal Awareness and Public Engagement - The city has conducted targeted legal education for different groups, including enterprises and the public, through activities that clarify legal boundaries and provide professional services [2]. - Staff members actively visit administrative counterparts to explain approval processes and management requirements, facilitating high-quality project advancement while ensuring compliance with ecological protection [2]. - A classification system for river management has been established, categorizing rivers into five types and defining management responsibilities at municipal, county, and town levels [2]. Group 3: Engineering and Ecological Restoration - The city is simultaneously advancing engineering remediation and ecological restoration, implementing key projects such as the Tongji River and Jurong River remediation, and enhancing flood and drought safety measures [3]. - Continuous efforts in water ecological restoration have led to the creation of over 422 "happy rivers and lakes," with the Chishan Lake irrigation project recognized as a World Irrigation Heritage [3]. - The regulations have proven to be a cornerstone for river and lake management in Zhenjiang, contributing to the modernization of the management system and governance capabilities [3].