Bukit Gombak August 2017
MCI (P) 099/07/2017
FOCUS HAPPY BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE! Celebrating the nation’s big day with the residents. 04
FOCUS UP CLOSE TALK OF STAND A Bukit Gombak Together, An THE TOWN CHANCE Rejuvenated Obstruction-Free Hello TO WALK Home! Neighbours! WiN!AWAY WITH A GOODIE BAG , INCLUSIVE OF A 05 06 07 WORTH $50 $20 CAPITALAND VOUCHER
SEE BACK PAGE FOR DETAILS CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE WE HAVE SEEN THE Dear Residents and Friends, IMPLEMENTATION OF In our journey towards transforming $3 MILLION WORTH OF Chua Chu Kang Town into a rejuvenated community for all residents, we have seen UPGRADING PROJECTS the implementation of $3 million worth FOR FY 2016/17. of upgrading projects for FY 2016/17. These Community Improvement Projects NANYANG NRP (CIPs) include the building of new drop- • The NRP plans for Blks 812 to 832
corners, letterboxes and playgrounds — manyoff porches, of which sheltered have been walkways, completed fitness or proceedJurong West to call St for81 area tender. being finalised. are near completion. The next phase of Once confirmed, the Town Council will these CIPs will be announced in the next KEAT HONG NRP issue of this newsletter. • The Consensus Gathering for Blks 401 I am also pleased to update you on the to 428 Choa Chu Kang Ave 3 and 4 were held in June 2017 where residents Neighbourhood Renewal Programmes (NRP): significant progress made by the various • The Sharing Sessions have been CHUA CHU KANG NRP completedreviewed the for finalisedBlks 271 plans.to 295 Choa Chu • The tender has been awarded for Kang Ave 2 and 3. Valuable feedback Blks 130 to 146 Choa Chu Kang Ave 1/ and suggestions from the residents Teck Whye Lane/Teck Whye Ave, and have been taken in by the working construction work has commenced. committee to further enhance the plans for the next phase.
As we continue with the different phases of CIP and NRP, I seek everyone’s understanding and patience, especially if MOVING FORWARD there are construction works near your Improvement works are underway to provide a better commuting experience in the neighbourhood with covered linkways, as well as the provision and upgrading completed, Chua Chu Kang Town will be transformedhome. I am confident into a vibrant that once residential these are hub of facilities for community activities. that every resident can be proud of.
ZAQY MOHAMAD CHAIRMAN THE OVERVIEW 亲爱的居民和朋友们, அ��பா����த ����யிா��ி,, ந��பப����கக,, CHUA CHU KANG TOWN COUNCIL OF COMMUNITY 为了使蔡厝港市镇的邻区重现活力，我们已在 2016/17财政年度里注入了$300万元在社区服 / Para Penduduk dan IMPROVEMENT / Rakan Yang Dihormati, PROJECTS (CIP) 务计划上，以翻新区里的设施。这些社区服务 (CIP) 计划项目包括兴建新的上下车车道、有盖走 , (CIP) Dalam usaha kita mentransformasikan 道、健身角落、信箱和游乐场。当中的许多设 , , , , Bandar Chua Chu Kang menjadi sebuah 施已经完成或即将完成修建工作。计划的下一 masyarakat yang lebih bertenaga untuk 个阶段将在下期宣布。 , , , , semua penduduk, kita telah menyaksikan நி ைல pelaksanaan projek peningkatan bagi Tahun 在此，我很高兴能和大家分享各个邻区 更新计划的进展： , Kewangan 2016/17 yang bernilai $3 juta. (NRP) Projek Peningkatan Masyarakat (CIP) ini நிைல : merangkumi pembinaan anjung menurun- 蔡厝港邻区更新计划 kan penumpang, laluan pejalan kaki ber- • 蔡厝港1道/德惠巷/德惠道第130至146座 �� வா ா� காNRP (NRP) bumbung, sudut kecergasan, peti surat dan 组屋的招标工作已经完成。更新工程也 1 / / ெட taman permainan - kebanyakannya telah 已经开始。 : pun siap dibina atau hampir siap dibina. Fasa CIP yang seterusnya akan diumumkan
南洋邻区更新计划 ��வா ா� காNRP dalam keluaran surat berita bulan hadapan. ந � �யா NRP 1 / / ெட Saya juga rasa berbesar hati untuk • • 裕廊西81街第812至832座组屋的邻区更新 memaklumkan kepada anda tentang 计划已进入最后的确认阶段。一旦计划经 $3 million kemajuan yang telah dicapai oleh Program 确认，市镇理事会将着手展开招标工作。 Pembaharuan Kejiranan (NRP) yang berikut: worth of upgrading கிய�� ேஹா�NRP 吉丰邻区更新计划 ந � �யா NRP NRP CHUA CHU KANG • 蔡厝港3道和4道第401至428座组屋的民意 • • Tender telah dianugerahkan bagi Blok 调查已经在6月完成。居民也对最终的计划 . , 130 hingga 146 Choa Chu Kang Ave 1/ 表达了看法。 . Teck Whye Lane/Teck Whye Ave. Kerja- kerja pembinaan telah bermula. • 蔡厝港2道和3道第271至295座组屋的对话
会已经完成。工作委员会听取了居民宝贵的 NRP NANYANG 反馈和建议，并会将这些意见融入下个阶段 கி ய�� ேஹா�NRP • Pelan NRP bagi Blok 812 hingga 832 的计划中，以完善整个邻区建设工作。 Jurong West St 81 sedang dimuktam- adkan. Setelah ia disahkan, Majlis Projects for FY 2016/17 社区服务计划和邻区更新计划进行时，可能 CIP, NRP . , , Bandaran akan meneruskan untuk Main 会对居民造成不便，尤其是居住在工程附近的 . memanggil tender. 居民可能会因此受到更多干扰。对此，我寻求 , 大家的谅解和协助。因为我有信心，当工程 NRP KEAT HONG Improvements • Acara Mengumpulkan Kata Sepakat Linkways, drop-off porches, 完成后，蔡厝港市镇将会呈现出另一番生机 bagi Blok 401 hingga 428 Choa fitness corners, playgrounds, 蓬勃的景致，让每个居民为此引以为傲。 Chu Kang Ave 3 dan 4 telah sele- sai pada bulan Jun di mana para community gardens and penduduk menyemak pelan yang letterboxes telah dimuktamadkan. • Sesi Perkongsian telah selesai bagi CIP, NRP , Blok 271 hingga 295 Choa Chu Kang Ave 2 dan 3. Maklum balas dan saranan , berharga daripada penduduk telah dicatatkan oleh jawatankuasa kerja untuk mempertingkatkan lagi pelan bagi frasa seterusnya. Sambil kita meneruskan fasa-fasa CIP dan NRP yang berlainan ini, saya memohon pemahaman dan kesabaran daripada semua, lebih-lebih lagi jika terdapat kerja- kerja pembinaan berhampiran rumah anda. Saya yakin bahawa apabila semua Sharing and discussing ini selesai, Bandar Chua Chu Kang akan ideas with residents at the Neighbourhood berubah sepenuhnya menjadi sebuah hab Renewal Programme kediaman yang boleh dibanggakan oleh Public Consultation. setiap penduduk.
02 HAPPENINGS
Left: Giant BUKIT GOMBAK CHUA CHU KANG sunflowers are a major attraction in Choa Chu Kang Park.
Below: A hands- on experience Green-fingered residents working for residents who ECO INITIATIVES hard in the community garden. participated in Tree Planting Day. CREATING A KEAT HONG GREENER NEIGHBOURHOOD Keeping the town green and sustainable requires the support of everyone in the community.
IVING IN A GREEN TOWN has numerous Check out these various green initiatives and L natural greenery in housing estates rejuvenates Chua Chu Kang green. and createsbenefits. a comfortable Not only living do we environment protect the planet, that is find out how residents are doing their part to keep BUKIT GOMBAK The Community Garden at Blk 387 Bukit Batok West beneficial to our mental and physical well-being. Ave 5 is a good gathering spot for residents with green NANYANG and harvest the plants, which is then shared with the community,fingers. Residents showcasing of all ages strong come kampung together spirit. to nurture
CHUA CHU KANG Choa Chu Kang Park is a green space that is popular with families, especially during the weekends. Residents The Chua Chu Kang DID YOU can engage in a range of recreational activities, including Town Council logo Know? depicts an ideal living They can also stroll through the forested area that environment. The blue borderscycling, skatingthe park and to exploreworking the out abundant at the fitness fruit stations. trees, skyline is coupled with a native species of shrubs and wildlife. lovely green landscape that the flats are set against. It symbolises KEAT HONG a refreshing balance between the As part of Clean and Green Singapore, a Tree Planting urban residential areas and the Day was held on 6 November 2016 at the open space natural environment. near Blk 445 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4. Residents were invited to adopt and care for the trees so that they would have a greater sense of ownership of their neighbourhood.
HONG KAH NORTH NANYANG Residents get together every November for its Planting and caring for the trees as one big community.
podocarpus macrophyllus, a small- to medium-sized evergreenannual Tree tree. Planting Day. In 2016, they planted five
“ABC Waters has creatively turned a stretch of the Bukit Batok Canal into a ‘mini’ green corridor with lush plantings that enhance MORE GREEN INITIATIVES and add value to our living environment. The annual ECo Day Out @ South West features a trash-for- By tapping on the spaces next to and around grocery segment to promote recycling. Organised by the the canal, residents can now hang out South West Community Development Council, Clean Up with their families and neighbours by the South West! saw residents exchanging 3 kg of clothes for waterway, while learning about rainwater 1 kg of rice, and 3 kg of newspapers for 1 packet of low-fat ➎ runoff, water quality and biodiversity at the instant noodles. 81,632 kg of recyclables (equivalent to rain gardens.” 1,387 trees) were collected. Chua Chu Kang Town Council is also certified by the Singapore Environment Council as an Eco-Office for its DR AMY KHOR, SENIOR MINISTER OF STATE, MINISTRY OF HEALTH & MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT AND WATER RESOURCES, MP FOR HONG KAH NORTH SMC efforts in cutting back on electricity, paper and water usage.
03 FOCUS
Bukit Gombak residents all dressed in red to celebrate the nation’s 52nd birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE! Celebrating the nation’s big day with the residents.
ORE THAN 500 BUKIT GOMBAK RESIDENTS gathered at Hillview M Community Club on 9 August, 7.30am, for the National Day Observance Ceremony. All dressed in red, they took the National Pledge, sang National Day songs and witnessed a parade by students. Observing National Day as a community.
“Warm greetings! This newsletter will give you an update on the progress of our initiatives and projects. We hope that the MEET-THE-PEOPLE SESSION improvement efforts made have created a more vibrant living environment and brought more convenience for you. Some common spaces, such as the community garden, not only allow residents to cultivate their hobbies but serve as a platform for Every Monday, 8pm, bonding among neighbours. Bukit Gombak I would like to express appreciation for the strong support from (except public holidays) residents, volunteers, grassroots leaders and agencies. These Blk 535 Bukit Batok Street 52 stakeholders have cooperated and put in hard work to improve our #01-631 neighbourhood. Together, we will continue to enhance our precinct Singapore 650535 and make Bukit Gombak a home and place we love. Tel: 6561 3552 I wish you and your family the best of health and happiness.” Fax: 6561 4323 Email: [email protected] LOW YEN LING, MAYOR OF SOUTH WEST DISTRICT, SENIOR PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY, MINISTRY OF EDUCATION & MINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY, MP FOR CHUA CHU KANG GRC (BUKIT GOMBAK)
04 COMPLETED COMMUNITY GARDEN AT BLK 387
COMPLETED HILLVIEW COMMUNITY CLUB BUKIT GOMBAK COMPLETED PLAYGROUND BESIDE BLK 510
Another gathering spot in the estate is the upgraded playground beside Blk 384 at Bukit Batok West Ave 5. Boasting REJUVENATED new equipment, the playground caters to young residents who can Upgrading our neighbourhood to keep it vibrant and lively for all. have fun together in a safe environment. The community garden at nearby Blk 387 was also expanded recently. Residents can get EFLECTING THE NATURAL SCENERY OF BUKIT GOMBAK, in touch with nature and meet fellow gardening enthusiasts there. the recently completed Hillview Community Club (CC), Parents can also visit the space with their children to teach them R located at Hillview Avenue and designed based on about urban gardening and plants. There is also an open plot of residents’ feedback, features lush greenery on both its interior and land where residents are invited to help themselves to edible herbs exterior. It incorporates eco-friendly features such as a vertical such as basil leaves, mint and lemongrass for free. green wall and a rain harvesting system for watering plants. Residents can also enjoy plenty of open leisure spaces where they COMING SOON get to meet and interact with one another. To provide residents with more convenience, a new drop-off porch is being constructed at Blk 537 at Bukit Batok St 52. An upcoming covered linkway that is being built between Blk 501 and 504 will also help to shield passers-by from the weather. Another upcoming project is the upgrading of the senior
citizens’Also ongoingfitness corner is the Housingbeside Blk & Development510. Elderly residents Board (HDB)’s will be able to keep fit with the improved equipment.Home Improvement Programme for Blks 501 and 503 to 511. Residents can look forward to improvements such as the repairing of structural cracks, replacement of pipe sockets with new drying racks and the upgrading of their electrical load. In addition, residents may opt to upgrade their toilets, replace their doors, metal grille gates and refuse chute hopper at a COMPLETED PLAYGROUND BESIDE BLK 384 subsided rate. Residents of Blks 512 to 514 and 535 to 542 can also look forward to similar enhancement ONGOING HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMME BY HDB AT BLKS 501 AND 503-511 works soon.
Low Yen Ling EAT HEALTHY TIPS FOR A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER YOU It is alright to have STAY POSITIVE EXERCISE REGULARLY snacks in moderation. Keep staying positive Make sure you are getting plenty Your snack should and you will see of sleep and exercise several times consist of items like opportunities instead a week. fruits, whole grains, or of obstacles. nuts to satisfy hunger.
05 UPCLOSE
Reduce the risk of fire and accidents by keeping our common corridors tidy and free of clutter.
TOGETHER, SAFETY FIRST AN OBSTRUCTION- Every resident can play a part in FREE HOME! keeping common areas clutter-free and creating a safer living environment for all.
SINGAPORE CIVIL DEFENCE FORCE’S GUIDELINES ON THE USE OF COMMON AREAS IN HDB ESTATES Obstruction to common corridors and fire fighting equipment (e.g. dry risers & hose reels) can seriously hamper fire fighting efforts and smooth evacuation in a fire emergency, endangering your lives.
• A minimum clear escape passage of 1.2m clearance is to be maintained.
• No storage of combustible materials along common corridors.
What residents say about keeping their corridors free of clutter I HAVE REMOVED ITEMS SUCH AS BICYCLES, CHAIRS AND FLOWER POTS AFTER LEARNING ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF AN OBSTRUCTION-FREE CORRIDOR. IT ALLOWS RESIDENTS TO ESCAPE DURING A FIRE EMERGENCY, AS WELL AS PARAMEDICS AND THE WHEELCHAIR- BOUND TO ACCESS THE CORRIDOR FREELY. Mr Cheong Soon Keng, Bukit Gombak resident Xxxxxx IT CAN BE TOUGH TRYING TO GET EVERYONE TO REMOVE THEIR CLUTTER. HOWEVER, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE AN OBSTRUCTION-FREE CORRIDOR BECAUSE THE ITEMS MAY POSE A FIRE HAZARD. THE CORRIDORS MUST ALSO SERVE AS A SAFE AND FRIENDLY ACCESS FOR ALL RESIDENTS, ESPECIALLY THE ELDERLY AND YOUNG CHILDREN. Ms Shirley Goh, Nanyang resident 7 April 2016: fire involved items placed at the corridor in Eunos Crescent. FOR OUR SAFETY, I HAVE SINCE REMOVED MY BICYCLES FROM THE CORRIDOR AS IT CAN HAMPER EVACUATION IN A FIRE EMERGENCY. FIRE ALSO SPREAD QUICKER IN OPEN AREAS, FUELED WITH ITEMS PLACED THERE. Mr Yee Kwai Fung, Keat Hong resident
Safety Tips 1 Remove potted plants that may be blocking dry risers The vertical pipes are intended to distribute water to multiple levels of a building for fire- fighting purposes. 17 Feb 2015: fire involved discarded items at the corridor in Punggol. Property Officers pointing out obstructed fire fighting equipment to residents. 2 Avoid installing fixed laundry racks at common corridors The installation of fixtures is not allowed as it will cause damage to the common property. NEED HELP WITH CLEARING BULKY ITEMS? 3 Remove items that may be obstructing staircases HDB residents from blocks managed by the Chua Chu Kang Town The clutter blocks escape routes and hinders Council can request for free bulky item removal services. You can the access of rescue crews during an emergency. make an appointment with at least three days’ notice by contacting 4 Dispose bulky items at a bin centre. Tel: 6569 0388 Placing such items along the corridor poses Email: [email protected] Website: www.ccktc.org.sg a fire hazard. If you need help with removing * This service is limited to three items per household per month. The Town them, contact Chua Chu Kang Town Council Property Officers educate residents on the importance of keeping common Council reserves the right to reject items that are unsuitable. areas unobstructed. (see right).
06 TALK OF THE TOWN
WHAT’S NEW
Residents can look forward to the new SAFRA clubhouse located within Choa Chu Kang Park. The club will be seamlessly integrated with Choa Chu Kang Park’s facilities and programmes to make the park a more attractive meeting point for Singaporeans. NParks will also be enhancing the current Park Connector Network in Choa Chu Kang to improve accessibility from the stadium to the park and the new club.
A vibrant dance showcase by resident volunteers at the Keat Hong Mirage Completion Ceremony.
WELCOME TO YOUR NEW ESTATE KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
Chua Chu Kang GRC (Keat Hong) under Chua Chu Kang GRC HELLO MP Zaqy Mohamad (Chua Chu Kang) under • Keat Hong Crest MP Gan Kim Yong • Keat Hong Pride • Keat Hong Quad NEIGHBOURS! • Keat Hong Mirage Together, we can build a better home for all.
Chua Chu Kang GRC (Bukit Gombak) under MP Low Yen Ling • Keat Hong Axis • Keat Hong Colours
NEW TOWN We welcome all new residents to Highlights Chua Chu Kang Town. To realise our vision of One B.I.G (Beautiful, Inclusive and Gracious) Family, Chua Chu Kang GRC continuously focuses on initiatives to improve the environment and reach out to the needy. UPCOMING BTOs COMPLETION IN We will also roll out more programmes HONG KAH NORTH SMC to engage residents, and provide opportunities and platforms for everyone Property Units Completion Date to get to know one another. West Edge 1,930 Through such activities, we hope to West Ridges 1,578 increase mutual understanding and nurture West Rock 448 a gracious society. West Quarry 636 GAN KIM YONG, MINISTER FOR HEALTH, MP FOR 2017 - 2020 CHUA CHU KANG GRC (CHUA CHU KANG) West Crest 495 West Valley 1,302 VER 250 RESIDENTS from West Terra 1,793 Keat Hong Mirage attended the West Plains 1,962 O Keat Hong Mirage Completion Ceremony on Saturday, 17 September 2016. Together with Gan Kim Yong, Minister for Health, MP for Chua Chu Kang GRC (Chua Chu Kang), the residents toured the newly-built neighbourhood. Some homeowners also collected the keys to their new units during the event. We are glad to see residents getting to know one another and enjoying themselves at the event; especially the children during the magic show and creative bubble performance. We look forward to seeing our residents again at future gatherings! Young residents enjoying a magic performance at the Keat Hong Mirage Completion Ceremony.
07 OUR SPACE
AMENITIES AROUND TOWN RAISE THE ALARM Familiarise yourself with these alerts and warning signals. They will come in handy in times of emergency.
1 Lift Alarm 2 Pump Room Alarm 3 Fire Alarm 4 Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Trapped in a faulty lift? Press and hold this Usually located at the void deck of HDB If the alarm is activated, stay calm and look AEDs are used to treat sudden cardiac arrest. button for at least one minute. The Essential blocks, the alarm is triggered when the out for signs of fire, such as smoke and heat. When the device is removed from its casing, an Maintenance Service Unit (EMSU) and the water pump controller is faulty or when Evacuate the building quickly via the stairs, and alarm goes off and paramedics will be dispatched lift company will receive the signal and send water storage tanks are under the minimum call the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) at to the site. There are about 160 AEDs installed at help your way. capacity. If you notice the alarm flashing, 995 when you are safe. the lift lobbies of flats in several constituencies, please call EMSU at 1800-275-5555. including Chua Chu Kang. As part of its Save-a- Life initiative, SCDF plans to install one AED for every two housing blocks by 2019.
About NOTICED OUR NEW LOOK? Singapore’s last wild tiger was shot and We have revamped our Connects newsletter killed by hunters in Choa Chu Kang to provide you with more useful information, as well as interesting facts and tips about in the 1930s. our town. We hope you enjoy readng it.
QUIZ
1 2 READ AND WIN! 5 Stand a chance to walk away with a CLUES goodie bag worth $50, inclusive of $20 CapitaLand Voucher. Down 3 1) One of the town council improvement 3 Step 1: Read this newsletter. initiatives is ______Improvement Projects 5 Step 2: Test your knowledge and complete 2) B.I.G stands for “______, Inclusive and this crossword puzzle. Gracious”. Step 3: Submit your answers, with your name, NRIC number, address Across 4 and contact details to: 3) Keeping the town ______and sustainable requires the support of everyone in the Chua Chu Kang Connects Quiz community. Chua Chu Kang Town Council 5) The pump room alarm is mainly triggered c/o Corporate Communications Department 4) For your convenience, our Town Council due to the malfunction of the pump ______309 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4 offers a free ______item removal service. #02-02 Choa Chu Kang Centre and low water level. Singapore 680309
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Hotline: 6569 0388 EMSU Hotline: 1800-275 5555 Communications & Service Email: (24-hr service for emergencies like lift failures, Quality Committee: [email protected] Chairman: Website: www.ccktc.org.sg electricity or water supply breakdowns.) Mr Chan Siang Heng Joe, PBM Vice Chairman: Mr Lim Wei Wah Main Office Nanyang Branch Bukit Gombak Branch Members: Connects is published by Blk 309 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4 Blk 952 Jurong West St 91 Blk 524 Bukit Batok St 52 Mr Lim Yui Ooi Rennie #02-02 Choa Chu Kang Centre #01-725 #01-769 Mr Ang Jit Chuang, PBM Chua Chu Kang Singapore 680309 Singapore 640952 Singapore 650524 Mdm Ng Puai Keng Catherine Town Council Fax: 6764 7208 Fax: 6791 7372 Fax: 6569 1990 Secretary: Ms Jaslyn Chia 08