A Police Chief's ability is not only reflected in the public security of their jurisdiction but also in the construction and team-building within their unit.

The Changhang Bureau is currently immersed in construction fervor; work on the office building and three residential buildings has already commenced, with completion expected by the end of next year at the latest.

By then, the police officers will be able to move into the spacious and bright new building, while the current two-story Soviet-style building can serve as the office space for the Binjiang Port Police Station. The officers and their families will no longer have to reside in the damp and cramped quarters provided by the Port Authority, as they can move into the new building, partially subsidized by the bureau and supplemented by the officers' contributions.

After all, as long as the working and living environment is good, the team will have cohesion and combat effectiveness!

Even the old comrades who previously "collaborated" with the Port Authority Security Department to oppose the bureau are now coming back to report their thoughts and admit their mistakes, all for the sake of contributing funds for housing just like the serving officers.

Director He could feel that his prestige in the bureau had far surpassed that of his predecessors. Now, whenever he had time, he would put on a safety helmet to check on the construction site.

"Director He, inspecting the progress of the construction again?"

"Old Wang, what brings you here!"

"I just did some work at the Port Supervision Bureau and thought I'd swing by." Water Police Station Political Commissioner Wang Wenhong looked at the bustling construction site and smiled, "The construction work is progressing quickly; the foundation has already been laid."

Director He sighed, "As long as there's money, everything moves fast."

"That's true."

"It's a shame about the location, though; it's not great and a bit small. If it had been a few years earlier, we could have gotten a larger spot, maybe even build near your bureau and become neighbors."

"People used to avoid the riverside, but now every inch of shoreline is worth its weight in gold. It wasn't easy for the city and the Port Authority to find you a plot for construction."

"That's the only way to think about it now."

Director He smiled faintly and continued to walk and chat, "Old Wang, any progress on Salted Fish and Xiang Ning? I was a bit busy this morning and didn't get the chance to call and ask."

The ongoing operation targeting illegal sand mining was a joint effort, just like before.

Not only was the Water Police Station involved, but it was also a major force.

Luo Wenjiang had reported in the morning, and Political Commissioner Wang replied without hesitation: "There has been progress, significant progress. Last night, four sand dredging boats and seven sand transport boats were seized. They should be resting now, having not called you to report."

"This time, our bureau is playing a supporting role; there's no need to report to me. Your bureau and the Port Supervision Bureau are the main players."

"We're not, not even the Port Supervision."

"Then who is the protagonist?"

"Water Administration."

Director He was taken aback and asked subconsciously, "Is there a Water Administration in Binjiang?"

Political Commissioner Wang laughed, "Yes, the Water Resources Bureau established a Water Resources Supervision Enforcement Team at the end of two years ago. There are only a few of them, and they don't usually manage affairs much, nor come to the river, so not many people know about them."

"Does the Water Administration dare to go after those sand dredgers?"

"They have no funds, nor tools. They couldn't miss the opportunity when it finally came." Political Commissioner Wang took out a cigarette and handed one over, then smiled and said, "Director He, actually, I came to see you about this."

"Me?" Director He looked puzzled.

"The Water Resources Bureau wants to use this opportunity to raise some funds and also to make some achievements. They are not familiar with us, but they know Zhou Hong well. Vice Director Liao of the Water Resources Bureau contacted Director Zhu through Zhou Hong, and then Director Zhu contacted me. They want to issue a joint proclamation with us, forbidding illegal sand mining. Essentially, they want to make a splash to get noticed by superiors."

Sand mining is highly profitable.

Any industry associated with huge profits will breed criminal forces.

Last year, just after a rigorous water-based crackdown, public security in the Changhang Bureau's jurisdiction was the best it had ever been. Director He didn't want to see previous efforts wasted because of the sand mining, and readily agreed, "No problem, as we're just supporting characters anyway."

"What supporting role? You're from a Standard Department Level unit, and you're a Director-level leader. When the announcement is made, your bureau should be listed before ours, and your bureau's seal should be stamped before ours."

"How it's listed is not important; what's important is that we can't let those guys mine sand in the river at will." Director He paused, then turned to look at the nearby river, "Although there has been sand mining before, it's been rare. What happened this year? So many dredging boats appear as if they emerged overnight."

Political Commissioner Wang was not surprised, saying, "Although there was construction before, it was never as much as this year. Pulling sand from the riverbed can be sold directly, without worrying about demand or long-distance transportation. The money comes in so fast, it's no wonder that the sand boats flock here."

"Salted Fish and Xiang Ning are at the forefront, blocking the way for the sand mining operators to make money. It's hard to say whether those operators might act desperately and retaliate against them. Old Wang, you better remind them."

"Don't worry, Director He, I already made a call and gave Ma Jintao a heads-up yesterday."

"What did you tell him?"

"Just what you said, who knows if those sand mining operators will seek revenge. I asked Ma Jintao to be vigilant and ensure Salted Fish and Xiang Ning's safety."

Political Commissioner Wang took a drag on his cigarette and continued, "Considering the lack of force in team five, I discussed it with Director Peng and decided to pull two officers over to strengthen the team five's influence."

Director He hadn't expected him to anticipate this and couldn't help but ask with a laugh, "Old Wang, did Salted Fish promise you anything?"

"A patrol boat."

"Like the three we are currently building?"

"Yes."

"That kid is really biased. He only served at your place for a year. Our bureau is his old unit; how can he be like this!"

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