JUNEOCT/NOV/JULY 2018 2018 MCI (P)(P) 056/01/2018 056/01/2018 WEST COAST TOWN COUNCIL TOWN NEWS A Back-to-Nature family day for the whole Town at the Singapore Zoo - page 2 A "home, sweet home" welcome on Depot Road - page 3 Our Tree Planting Days - page 6 1 “Back to Nature” Family Day hat’s the natural thing to do when families and neighbours get together? WEnjoy each other’s company, develop more understanding, and foster closer ties, of course! That was what it was all about at West Coast GRC and Pioneer Constituency Family Day on 4 November 2018 at the Singapore Zoo. Its relaxed natural environment was ideal for the 4000 participants to enjoy themselves and build up their ties. They were joined by MPs to West Coast GRC and Pioneer SMC Mr Lim Hng Kiang, Mr Patrick Tay, BBM and Mr Cedric Foo. A highlight was the Splash Safari Show that thrilled everyone present. 2 A Warm ‘Home Sweet Home’ Welcome ome is where the heart is. This was with green fingers and a good location for Hevident in Depot Heights at the families and neighbours to socialise with Welcome Party for residents of Blocks each other. There are malls, schools, and 102A, 105A and 110A on 26 August 2018. transport links conveniently located nearby. The beaming faces of the families, the The Welcome Party was like a family ‘hellos’ to their neighbours, and the warm affair with activities aimed at enhancing atmosphere said it all. Depot Road is home the ‘kampong spirit’ of years gone by. sweet home. Their homes – 418 units of Children’s colouring contest, entertainment, studio, 3-room, and 4-room apartments – and carnival games as well as exhibition were housed in a new 26-storey and two booths by HDB, RC, Singapore Police Force new 21-storey blocks in Depot Road. and West Coast Town Council completed The flavour of Depot Heights is the programme. Mr Lim Hng Kiang enhanced by the abundance of nature officiated at the event. and greenery, and recreational facilities “I am happy here, with family, in the vicinity. Fitness corners, hard court neighbours and friends who support each for games, and a playground catered to other, play games and exercise together, the elderly, adults, and children. Roof top and in times of need are there for each community gardens are ideal for those other,” said a resident. 3 Hooray! HIP for Ayer Rajah flats es, there is a cause for cheer as selected blocks Yin Ayer Rajah will be upgraded under the Home Essential Optional Enhancement for Improvement Projects (HIP) scheme. Improvements Improvements Active Seniors (EASE) The good news for Blocks 401 to 416 Pandan Upgrading of Slip-resistant Gardens and Blocks 43 to 54 Teban Gardens was Replacement of waste pipes toilets/ treatment to floors delivered on 4 August 2018 at Ayer Rajah National Day bathrooms in 2 toilets/bathrooms Street Party by Ms Foo Mee Har, Adviser to Ayer Rajah Grassroots Organisations and MP for West Coast GRC. Repair spalling concrete/ Replacement of Grab bars HIP has three components, Essential, Optional structural cracks entrance door to 2 toilets/bathrooms improvements and Enhancement for Active Seniors (EASE). Essential improvements are compulsory as they Replacement of Ramps to navigate level are necessary for public health, safety, and technical pipe sockets Replacement of differences in the flat reasons. Optional and EASE improvements allow you to with clothes entrance gate and at the main entrance drying rack (where technically feasible) choose improvements and pay for only a portion of the cost. For example, 1, 2, and 3-room units pay only 5%. Upgrading of Replacement of The HIP will proceed when at least 75% of a block’s electrical supply refuse chute hopper eligible households have voted in favour. to our 2018 National Day Award recipients BINTANG BAKTI MASYARAKAT BINTANG BAKTI (LINTANG) MASYARAKAT BBM (L) (BBM) The Public The Public Service Star (Bar) Service Star Mr Kuek Chiew Peng, BBM Mdm Lilian Seng Gek Lian, Mr Wee Kok Wah, PBM Honorary Chairman, PBM Vice Chairman, Boon Lay CCC Chairperson, Ayer Rajah CC SCEC Ayer Rajah Zone 2 RC CongratulationsPINGAT BAKTI MASYARAKAT (PBM) The Public Service Medal Mr Vincent Koh Chin Heng Mdm Anne Goh Mr Krishnasamy Rajaram Mr Albert Lim Eng Kwong Mr Ng Wee Meng Mdm Teoh Foong Meng Mr Dylan Lim Heng Hui Chairman, Boon Lay CSC Secretary, Dover CC SCEC Chairman, Telok Blangah CC IAEC Chairman, West Coast CSC Vice-Chairman, West Coast CCC Chairperson, Pioneer Zone 7 RC Vice-chairman, Pioneer CCC 4 National Day Celebrations Pioneer West Coast Boon Lay Ayer Rajah Telok Blangah 5 Tree Planting Day West Coast Ayer Rajah Pioneer Boon Lay Telok Blangah 6 WHAT TO DO WHEN TRAPPED IN THE LIFT? 受困电梯时该怎么做? APA YANG HARUS ANDA LAKUKAN APABILA TERPERANGKAP DI DALAM LIF? ? Do Not Pry Open The Lift Doors 不要扒开电梯的门 1 Jangan buka pintu lif secara paksa Press Alarm Button For 5 Seconds 按紧急按钮五秒钟 2 Tekan butang kecemasan selama 5 saat Call 24-hour EMSU Hotline 1800-275 5555 拨打24小时紧急服务小组热线 1800-275 5555 3 Hubungi talian bantuan 24 jam EMSU 1800-275 5555 1800-275 5555 Remain Calm & Wait For Rescue 保持冷静并等待救援 4 Bertenang dan tunggu diselamatkan 7 After Before Upgraded elderly fitness corner in front of Block 730 Clementi West Street 2. "This newly upgraded fitness equipment is very useful for senior citizens like us! Both of us come down to exercise every morning!" Town Improvements From left, Madam Lau, Block 729, and Madam Peh, Block 730. Before After Before After Upgraded (now BFA) ramp with shelter between New elderly fitness corner near Block 1 Dover Road and bus stop. Block 75 Telok Blangah Drive. Before After Before After New BFA ramp at Block 50 Telok Blangah Drive New elderly fitness corner at near bus stop. Block 88 Telok Blangah Heights. Before After Before After Upgraded children’s playground at Upgraded elderly fitness corner near Block 74 Telok Blangah Heights. Block 54/55 Telok Blangah Drive. 8 Before After Upgraded children's playground beside Block 510 West Coast Drive. “We have so much fun at the new playground Town Improvements every day!” From left, Le Ren, 6 years old, Ashwin and Ezann, both 5. Before After Before After Repairs and Redecoration at Block 221A/B Boon Lay Food and Market Place Before After New extended covered linkway at Block 48 Teban Gardens Road. Repairs and Redecoration at Block 28A to 28D Dover Crescent. 9 Bond through play – the Ayer Rajah way laying with your children is an excellent way to bond and Pon 2 September 2018, more than 200 parents and children did just that. Pulse @ Ayer Rajah presented families with an opportunity to team-up and play a variety of exciting games as one such as arcade racing, virtual reality soccer, soccer tryout and football. Our Grassroots Adviser Ms Foo Mee Har, MP for West Coast GRC cheered on the parent-child teams as they Ayer Rajah Diary strive and compete with one another at each game station. At the end of the day, the ultimate winner is the strong family bond forged during those playful moments. 孩子玩乐是最佳的互动方式。超过200位居民于 陪2018年9月2日出席了在亚逸拉惹民众俱乐部举办的 亲子活动。出席活动的家长与孩子以虚拟足球，赛车，射 箭等游戏玩得不亦乐乎。基层组织顾问胡美霞女士也亲临 现场，为大家加油打气，让大家受益最多的是难能可贵的 家庭凝聚力。 Lantern joy for one and all ingapore often prides herself with the harmonious multi-racial Srelationship forged between neighbours and friends. On 22 September 2018, this special bonding was displayed when more than 800 residents across races and ages walked together as one from Ayer Rajah Community Club to Sheng Hong Temple to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival. Grassroots Adviser Ms Foo Mee Har, MP for West Coast GRC took part in the procession where colourful lanterns lined the street. 加坡的多元种族及文化。超过800位不同种族及年龄层的 新居民于2018年9月22日聚集在亚逸拉惹民众俱乐欢庆中秋 节。大伙一同部步行到附近的城隍庙。色彩缤纷的灯笼装饰点缀 了亚逸拉惹街。基层组织顾问胡美霞女士也到场与民互动。 Streets and party treats nstead of watching National Day Parade on television, Ayer Rajah GROs Ibrought National Day celebration right to the residents’ doorstep. The street in front of Ayer Rajah Community Club roared to life on 4 August 2018 as 5,000 residents celebrated the nation’s birthday with exhilarating activities such as abseiling and F1 racing simulators. Patriotic songs were played and sung in unison throughout the night. Grassroots Adviser Ms Foo Mee Har, MP for West Coast GRC graced the street party and the event ended with beautiful firework display. 其通过电视观看国庆庆典，不如将活动带到邻里，让居民能更 与近距离的体验国庆日的热闹气氛。亚逸拉惹区于2018年8月4日 在亚逸拉惹民众俱乐部前的大街上设置舞台及游戏摊位，吸引了超过 5000位民众到场一同狂欢！大家在气氛沸腾的活动上除了高唱爱国歌 曲，还跟着动感的旋律摇摆，为国家庆生。基层组织顾问胡美霞女士也 到场参与其中，与民众互动。活动以绚丽夺目的烟花画上完美的据点。 10 Friends of Ayer Rajah: www.facebook.com/AyerRajahFriends Boon Lay residents' show of patriotism oon Lay residents celebrated Singapore’s birthday Bwith recitation of the National pledge and songs on 4 August 2018. The venue at Block 215 Boon Lay Place hardcourt was abuzz with activity for the observance ceremony and contingents march pass. Guest of honour Mr Patrick Tay, BBM, Adviser to Boon Lay Grassroots Organisations and MP for West Coast GRC led the recital Boon Lay Diary of the National Anthem and Pledge, before the lively ‘love Singapore’ songs and dances kicked in. 庆祝一年一度的国庆日，文礼区于2018年8月 为4日在文礼坊大牌215的广场举办一场盛大的庆 祝活动。庄严的国庆检阅礼及精彩的歌舞表演点燃了 现场的气氛！文礼基层组织顾问郑德源先生，BBM， 也到场带领居民一同合唱爱国歌曲！ Racial Harmony and satay night ow do you emphasize Singapore’s harmony with its unique multi-racial Hand multi-cultural mix? By highlighting Singaporean's favourite activities like food, music, and performances! The event on 21 July 2018 at Block 670 Jurong West Street 65, Multi-Purpose Hall, attracted over 300 participants. Mr Patrick Tay, BBM, was present to bond with the residents who were treated to items including Malay singing comedian, Chinese folk songs and Balloon sculpturing giveaways for kids and local food delights like Satay, Muah Chee and Steam Sweet Corn cup.