Chapter 865

Everyone present's expression changed slightly.

County Magistrate Zhao dealt Su Yang a direct opening blow.

Although he didn't name anyone, it's clear who he meant.

He didn't give Su Yang a chance to rebut, as he never intended to give him any time.

Su Yang's expression stayed normal; even thinking with his toes, he knew it was all nonsense.

How could Secretary Guo possibly criticize him? He's still trying to arrange a meal.

But Zhao Nanxing said that, so he tentatively accepted it, though he really didn't understand; logically, he and Zhao Nanxing had no contact, and there were no prior grudges.

He shouldn't be targeted everywhere; is it just for the so-called top leader's authority? That's not right either—authority is earned, not gained by scolding.

In fact, if any deputy county magistrate were targeted by the county magistrate like this, work would be difficult, but Su Yang simply brushed it off.

Since the climax hasn't started yet, let Zhao Nanxing jump around for a bit.

Everyone sat up straight, someone took out pen and paper, ready to take meeting minutes.

Zhao Nanxing continued: "Oh, I almost forgot, there's another matter: this morning someone reported that some leaders in our county behaved improperly, drinking with female comrades outside in the middle of the night, and even bringing two female comrades."

If this gets out, will our Lieshan County cadres still have any face?

Su Yang's expression instantly turned unpleasant; he could brush off some things, after all they are facts, just exaggerated or distorted.

But regarding male-female conduct, he doesn't want any flaws.

Just as he was about to lose his temper, Chen Bo spoke first: "County Magistrate Zhao, speak plainly; from now on, we don't need to beat around the bush in meetings."

"Last night I invited County Magistrate Su and County Magistrate Li to dinner; this is our private communication. Besides being together at the same time, couldn't we just be friends?"

Moreover, we didn't violate the spirit of the county's documents, nor did we go against public order and good customs.

Besides, we're basically the same age, we have common topics to chat about; what's wrong with chatting? Is it illegal?

As soon as he said that, a hint of displeasure flashed across Zhao Nanxing's face.

This was aimed at Su Yang, but he didn't expect Chen Bo to step forward; in his view, as a male comrade, Chen Bo shouldn't be that thick-skinned.

But the fact is, Chen Bo never tolerated him.

If it were anyone else, he'd just slam the table, but he knows Chen Bo is a cadre sent down from the Municipal Party Committee Organization Department, reportedly highly regarded by its head.

Moreover, his roots aren't really in the Municipal Party Committee Organization Department, so unless absolutely necessary, he won't burn bridges.

He took a deep breath and said: "Department Head Chen, I'm not saying this is illegal or disciplinary; after all, the relevant requirements were proposed by Comrade Su Yang, so we can't take the lead in violating them, right?"

Moreover, doing this could easily become a conduct issue, and be called out by city leaders; then our entire County Party Committee and Government would face embarrassment.

That's all I have to say about this matter.

At this point, Su Yang slowly said: "County Magistrate Zhao, actually speaking about this issue, I also happen to want to say a couple of things."

Of course, this is also my personal suggestion: first, please ask the relevant comrades to pay attention to their attire.

Especially female comrades who wear short skirts and black silk high heels every day, making people mistakenly think we're a government unit or a nightclub.

Second, the so-called conduct issue: I've heard some comrades say privately that some of our agency staff stay overnight at the Lieshan County Grand Hotel.

If it were just lodging, there wouldn't be much issue, but people saw relevant leaders coming out one after another from the hotel rooms.

Moreover, within less than five minutes, female comrades stayed in male leaders' rooms; this is hardly a good thing. Although it's not my responsibility to manage, as a fellow cadre I should have supervisory rights and duties.

Regarding such matters, I also want to say a couple of things to Secretary Hou: there's no need to turn a deaf ear or stay silent just because it involves certain comrades or important cadres in our county.

If a criticism bulletin should be issued, then issue it; that's the work of the Discipline Inspection Commission, so don't fear offending people.

His words were especially cutting, because everyone knows who he's referring to.

Everyone present knew about the matter involving Zhao Nanxing and Ma Su.

Everyone just turned a blind eye to such things, knowing but pretending not to, only occasionally gossiping in private; but when Su Yang directly brought it up to the table, it was a blatant slap in the face.

But who can we blame? Who let County Magistrate Zhao, whose position isn't secure yet, start pointing fingers and scolding Su Yang?

Now it's fine, he's gotten his comeuppance.

At this moment, Qi Guohui wanted to speak up to help Zhao Nanxing say a couple of things; with his seemingly gentle gaze, he could only forcefully change the words on his lips to: "Comrades, today aren't we supposed to study other things?"

Otherwise, let's start talking about the real issues; putting these matters on our Standing Committee agenda, isn't that making a mountain out of a molehill?

Only then did Zhao Nanxing breathe a sigh of relief, as if returning to the right track, and he said: "Today's meeting has two agenda items."

First, we still need to discuss our financial situation and current project issues.

Second, it's our personnel issue: some comrades in key township positions are nearing retirement age, and by convention they should be promoted half a level.

Let's just get started.

First, let's talk about all our road construction projects; personally I opposed launching such a large-scale project, but some comrades actually made such a proposal, and the common people, who don't understand anything, think it's good for them and want to push for the so-called project to be implemented.

The common people don't understand, but can our comrades not understand? How much money is left in our annual fiscal revenue? And now it's probably all in the red.

But the project has already been launched, and we've made promises in front of all those ignorant common people, so we have to grit our teeth and carry on.

But we can't just go about it haphazardly; we need to implement a responsibility contracting system, meaning whoever proposes it bears responsibility.

Do you have any opinions on this?

Upon hearing this, Hou Junlai immediately understood; he was about to object, but then heard Su Yang say: "I agree, the road construction is my proposal, so I'll take responsibility."

This includes the project's progress, quality, acceptance, and final settlement.

Su Yang is that kind of person; he actually knows this is aimed at him, yet he didn't even frown and took it in stride.

He certainly knows what Zhao Nanxing is scheming, but compared to that, he's more worried that if others were in charge of the projects, they'd cut corners and produce shoddy work.

What is that compared to taking on a little responsibility oneself?

Zhao Nanxing was overjoyed, thinking to himself: "You probably think that after the road is completed, you can claim some credit for it?"

Wrong, what I need is for you to take responsibility; as for that credit, it will belong to the administrative collective in the end.

Young people are just young people; they still don't see things comprehensively.

He felt a little pleased, and he then said: "Well, next we will proceed with the second matter, which is the discussion about the Vice Chair of the People's Congress."

Please, Department Head Chen, explain the specifics to everyone.