KUCHING, March 16: Local councils should take their jobs seriously and take proactive measures to address filthy drains and poor drainage issues, particularly in Kota Sentosa constituency areas, said special assistant to Sarawak Democratic Action Party (DAP) chairman Chong Chieng Jen, Michael Kong.
In a statement issued today, Kong explained that within the Kota Sentosa state constituency, the public have to deal with three local councils, Kuching South City Council (MBKS), Padawan Municipal Council (MPP), and Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) on issues relating to public infrastructure.
“Of all the public infrastructures, one of the most troublesome ones would be the drainage system,” he said.
He went on to say that the public has been pleading with local authorities, particularly MPP and MBKS for years to improve the existing drainage system, citing areas such as Jalan Stakan, Jalan Luis, Jalan Durian Burung, and Stampin Resettlement Scheme as being prone to flooding.
“During our walks particularly at 7th Mile Old Bazaar, we also see filthy drains which are clogged and smell unpleasant.
“Such poor public hygiene especially in commercial centres not only shows inefficiency but also sends a negative message to the public that hygiene (both personal and public) is unimportant,” he said.
Kong emphasised the importance of local authorities increasing their efforts to educate the public about the importance of public hygiene and cleanliness, as well as to discourage littering.
“Prior to being elected as the assemblyman for Kota Sentosa, Wilfred Yap was the councillor for MPP for years.
“Despite his involvement in MPP, he has failed in his duties and neglected Kota Sentosa for years; thus the clogged drains,” he claimed.
Kong mentioned that many members of the public in 7th Mile have lamented Wilfred Yap’s absence since the elections three months ago.
“The same goes for the other candidates including PSB and PBK,” he added.
He pointed out that politics is a long journey, and their continued absence only demonstrates their lack of sincerity in assisting and serving the people. — DayakDaily
