Mile 7 Wet Market toilet set for upgrade after site inspection by Kota Sentosa rep
KUCHING (May 8): The Mile 7 Wet Market's toilet is expected to be upgraded, following an inspection conducted by Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap.
The inspection, carried out alongside Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) officers and community leaders, was meant to assess the scope of works.
'The visit was also to prepare a detailed bill of quantities for extensive repairs needed to upgrade the toilet facilities for the benefit of market hawkers and visitors,' according to a statement today.
Yap, in the statement, said such move was in line with recognising the importance of functional public amenities.
He added that his personal inspection had enabled him to better understand the challenges faced by users.
'Rather than engaging in unproductive blame games, we emphasise the need for immediate action, working closely with MPP officers and community leaders to expedite the upgrading process.
'Public toilets are a basic necessity, and their condition reflects our commitment to the people's welfare. Instead of pointing fingers, I focus on solving the problem efficiently,' he said.
Following the inspection, Yap said concrete steps will be taken to ensure that the necessary repairs and upgrades are carried out as soon as possible.
During the inspection, he engaged with market patrons and hawker stall operators, and listened to their concerns while assuring them of his dedication to improving public infrastructure.
The statement stated that Yap's caring and responsive approach was well received by the community, who expressed gratitude for his hands-on involvement in resolving long-standing issues.
It said community leaders Penghulu Lai Boon Khee and Kapitan Lee Tho Fung had voiced their support for the initiative, lauding Yap's collaborative and results-driven leadership.
The statement also stated that the MPP officers who were present had pledged to prioritise the project, ensuring that the upgrades meet the community's needs.
'The evaluation marks the first step in a series of planned additional improvements for the Mile 7 Wet Market, with Yap reaffirming his commitment to delivering tangible results for the people he serves.'
It added that updates on the project's progress will be announced in due course.
Previously, Yap had allocated RM400,000 under his rural transformation projects (RTP) 2022 funding to upgrade the wet market.
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