在讲话中，朱民表示，纪念谢孝思先生，要学习他守护千年古城的深沉情怀，学习他"恪尽职守， 敢建诤言"的责任担当和"精研业务，笃行实干"的专业精神，将缅怀之情转化为保护好、传承好、利用 好苏州这座千年古城历史文脉的实际行动，共同为谱写"强富美高"新苏州现代化建设的壮丽篇章而团结 奋斗。 中共苏州市委常委、统战部部长王飏，副市长施嘉泓，市政协秘书长吴炜出席活动。民进江苏省委 会副主委、市委会主委钱振明致辞，亲属代表谢友苏发言。 昨天（10月20日），民进苏州市委会、市园林和绿化管理局在留园举办座谈会暨纪念展开幕活动， 共同纪念苏州古城守护人、美术教育家、社会活动家谢孝思诞辰120周年。市政协主席朱民到会讲话。 谢孝思在苏州工作的60多年里，曾组织抢救整修留园、拙政园等园林和名胜古迹30多处，抢救文物 8000多件，为古城保护、党派建设作出重要贡献。 ...

《条例》明确韩城古城保护采取系统性、整体性保护策略，实行历史文化街区、历史城区和城址环 境协调区分区保护，保护古城北枕台塬、轴线统领、澽水环抱、北塔南桥的整体格局，并规范古城保护 范围内的一切建设活动。（记者：王姿颐） 《条例》共七章五十三条，从保护对象与规划、保护措施、传承利用、监督管理、法律责任等方 面，对古城保护工作予以全方位细化规范，将为推进韩城古城保护、传承和弘扬优秀传统文化提供有力 法治支撑。 9月24日，《渭南市韩城古城保护条例》经省十四届人大常委会第十八次会议审查批准。《条例》 自12月1日起施行。 "韩城古城内含国家重点文物保护单位6处、省级文物保护单位6处、市级文物保护单位13处。古城 内保留众多古建筑，是全国为数不多保存相对完好的千年古城之一。近年来，韩城古城保护面临自然侵 蚀导致建筑破损、管理权责不明等问题，急需通过出台地方性法规加大保护力度，解决保护方式、体制 机制等方面问题。"渭南市人大常委会法制工作委员会主任梁梅介绍。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The transformation of the Pingjiang River in Suzhou is a significant example of urban water management, showcasing the successful implementation of environmental policies and community involvement to restore water quality and enhance tourism [2][6]. Group 1: Water Management Initiatives - The Pingjiang River's improvement began with the "toilet reform" project, which eliminated the direct discharge of sewage from over 20,000 households by the end of 2013 [2]. - Following the toilet reform, a large-scale "clean water project" was initiated, which included thorough dredging of the riverbed and the identification and remediation of pollution sources along the river [2][4]. - The establishment of a systematic river management framework in 2022 has led to unified management of water supply, drainage, and river scheduling, significantly reducing pollution levels [6]. Group 2: Community Involvement - Local residents, like Zhou Jingying, have taken on roles such as "river guardians," actively participating in the maintenance and beautification of the river environment [1][5]. - Community efforts have included engaging local businesses and tourists in activities like watering plants and cleaning the streets, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the river's health [5]. Group 3: Tourism and Economic Impact - The Pingjiang historical and cultural district has seen a surge in tourism, with 15.06 million visitors in the first half of the year, marking an 11.73% increase year-on-year [6]. - The river's revitalization has transformed it into a popular tourist attraction, with visitors enjoying the scenic beauty and cultural experiences along the waterways [6][7]. - New waterway tourism products have been developed, enhancing the overall visitor experience and contributing to the local economy [7].

Core Points - Ren Yi San, known as the "Guardian of Ancient Cities," has significantly contributed to the preservation of historical and cultural heritage in various locations such as Pingyao, Zhouzhuang, and Lijiang [1] - On June 9, the 18th International Archives Day, Ren Yi San's family archives were officially donated to the Suzhou Archives, enriching the institution's collection [2] Group 1 - Ren Yi San is a descendant of the Qing Dynasty scholar Ruan Yuan and has played a pivotal role in developing preservation plans for historical towns since the 1980s [1] - His contributions include the protection planning of several nationally recognized historical and cultural towns, such as Zhouzhuang, Tongli, Luzhi, Wuzhen, and Xitang [1] - He has received numerous accolades, including the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Cultural Heritage Award and the Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters from the French Ministry of Culture [1] Group 2 - The donated archives consist of approximately 500 items, including personal documents, medals, honor certificates, manuscripts, and photographs from different periods of Ren Yi San's life [2] - The donation significantly enhances the Suzhou Archives' resources related to urban planning and ancient city preservation, according to the director of the archives [2]