STRIDES IN ESTATE REJUVENATION
“Future planning is indeed never a little chore, because it requires attention, requires passion, and teamwork among many people, and I strongly value all those that have engaged in this process, deeply appreciating your effort, deeply appreciating your feedback,” said Ms Fu.
“Over the past five years, our focus has been on improvements and directly improving your lives in terms of a cleaner environment, enhanced connectivity, improved amenities and more green spaces.”
On Saturday, Ms Fu also took stock of the work done by the town council over the last five years.
The town council has expedited the implementation of repairs and redecoration (R&R) work following disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, she said.
“We have completed R&R works for over 361 blocks, with 296 blocks currently underway and 243 blocks in the pipeline,” she said.
Estates have also been made more senior-friendly, with more barrier-free access and dementia-friendly amenities.
The Housing Board block pillars around Yuhua Village Market, for instance, are painted with brightly coloured murals with easily recognisable images, so those with dementia can more easily find their way home, explained Ms Fu.
In all, more than 250 upgrading projects have been completed, with efforts made to provide comfort and convenience for pedestrians, and to promote sustainability in the town, said Ms Fu.
“We have almost 2,300 lifts across our town. Through the Lift Enhancement Programme and Lift Replacement Programme, or the LRP for short, we have upgraded and modernised almost 1,600 of these lifts, and the work continues,” said town council chairman Mr Xie.
“Looking ahead, this will continue to be our approach: work closely with residents and partners, get the fundamentals right and go for high standards of excellence in every aspect of township management.”
On Saturday, Jurong-Clementi Town Council also signed an agreement with Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Jurong Community Hospital, on promoting the safe use of fitness equipment in public spaces.
