DCM urges councillors to adopt ‘go the extra mile' principle
Published on: Friday, May 16, 2025
Published on: Fri, May 16, 2025
By: Azmie Lim Text Size: Dr Joachim with the Lahad Datu District Councillors. LAHAD DATU: Members of the District Council must adopt the 'go the extra mile' attitude to achieve success and excellence while delivering the local government services. Deputy Chief Minister of Local Government and Housing, Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam, said such attitude would enable the members to do more than what is expected which would differentiate them from those who merely perform their duties – this would make an impact on the people.
Advertisement 'Going the extra mile means we are willing to give more than what we are being asked to put in. This is the key to real success. 'We could not operate solely within the usual path, we must be brave to act further,' he said when officiating the handover of appointment letters and swearing-in of Lahad Datu District Councillors for 2025-2027, Thursday. 'The councillors must not only fulfil their basic responsibilities but also go to the ground, listen to the people, resolve local issues and continuously seek improvement in their services with integrity, trust, teamwork and accountability. 'I believe with efforts and commitments, teamwork and trustworthiness, the District Council will achieve greater excellence and earn the people's respect,' he said. Dr Joachim also called on the newly appointed District Council Members to remain united and work together in achieving the common goal. He said everyone must row together in the same direction. 'View every challenge as a learning opportunity and do not be afraid of making decisions in the interest of the people. 'We must be brave to move forward. Mistakes are not obstacles but guidance. Our duty is to ensure people always receive the best services,' he added. Also present were Datuk Dr Jamili Nais, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Local Government and Housing, Lahad Datu District Officer and Lahad Datu District Council Chairman, Firuz Idzualdeen Mohd Dzul and Lahad Datu District Council Executive Officer, Jackley Gielbert @ Lontou. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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