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The Sun
6 days ago
- General
- The Sun
MBDK rolls out comprehensive clean up strategy
PELABUHAN KLANG: The Royal Klang City Council (MBDK) has outlined a range of integrated approaches to tackle cleanliness issues, particularly in high-risk areas such as the Klang River estuary. MBDK Mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain said the steps include the establishment of the Klang District Cleanliness Task Force to coordinate cleaning strategies, strengthen enforcement and encourage community participation. He said the council is placing particular focus on key areas such as the royal protocol roads, the city centre, tourist spots, major thoroughfares, the Port Klang Cruise Terminal and riverbanks. 'A short-term cleanliness action plan has also been developed to enhance the implementation of cleaning programmes in a more structured, systematic and targeted manner,' he said at the River Cleaning Programme held at the Royal Selangor Yacht Club today. Abd Hamid said the proposed Klang River Clean-Up 2025 will be implemented in phases to address water pollution and floating waste. 'The total estimated cost exceeds RM4 million, including periodic maintenance over several months, reflecting MBDK's strong commitment to long-term cleanliness efforts. 'The council also allocates nearly RM100 million annually for solid waste management and public cleaning in Klang. However, cleanliness is not the sole responsibility of local authorities. It is a collective duty that must be shared by all,' he said. Abd Hamid noted that today's programme was part of MBDK's efforts in support of the Selangor Ruler, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah's call to improve the cleanliness of the district, particularly at the river estuary. He added that the area around the Royal Selangor Yacht Club was selected for its strategic location, which is the final stretch of the river before it flows into the Strait of Malacca, an area previously polluted by substantial waste accumulation. A total of 500 volunteers from state agencies, fishermen's associations and non-governmental organisations took part in the clean-up, using 30 sampan boats to cover a 22-kilometre stretch of the river estuary.
The Star
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Over RM64mil to be spent to improve Klang
Ng (centre) at MBDK headquarters while Klang mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain (on his right) looks on. Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) is channelling RM64.8mil back to the public in the form of upgraded infrastructure, cleaning services, community halls and other amenities. Selangor local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim said a significant portion would go towards flood mitigation, including works along Sungai Klang. He said maintenance of monsoon drains would also be intensified to reduce flash floods, with works targeting flood-prone areas such as Kampung Jawa, Sentosa and Kapar. 'There will also be upgrades and cleaning works in residential parks,' he said during an official working visit to MBDK headquarters on Jalan Perbandaran in Klang. Ng said the city council was selected as the first in a series of visits to local authorities across Selangor. 'Klang was chosen because it was recently upgraded, it holds royal city status and there are specific issues and focus areas here that we want to address. 'We want to ensure MBDK is capable of providing updated, fast and efficient services to stakeholders and taxpayers.' Ng said the state government had earlier carried out a tax assessment review and instructed all local councils to improve collection efficiency. 'Revenue generated would then be channelled back to the people through infrastructure and service upgrades,' he said. Ng said all local councils had been instructed to implement between five and 10 short- and long-term projects following the assessment tax revision. 'The aim is to not only strengthen service delivery systems but also ensure infrastructure upgrades benefit the people directly,' he highlighted. He said Klang still had room for improvement, particularly in terms of landscaping. 'MBDK must aspire to be on the same level as other established city councils in the state.' On another matter, Ng addressed opposition to the proposed waste-to-energy (WTE) incinerator project in Batu Arang, Rawang. He assured that the state government was committed to transparency and public engagement while acknowledging Batu Arang residents' concerns. 'They have objected to the Selangor Structural Plan, Selayang local plan and every stage of the proposal,' he said. 'We have gone through all the processes and the state government has heard their concerns through every available platform, including engagement with NGOs. 'We want to assure the public that all procedures will be carried out in a transparent manner. 'The state government practises openness; we hear the feedback and respect the opinions shared but that doesn't mean we will accept them wholesale,' said Ng.
The Star
05-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Klang council targets ‘borrowed' licences used by foreign traders
MBDK wants its Wet Market Unit to monitor Pasar Besar Meru to catch foreigners using licences belonging to locals. — KK SHAM/The Star KLANG Royal City Council (MBDK) has embarked on an exercise to crack down on foreigners who 'borrow' trading licences from locals to run businesses. Mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain said there would be immediate licence revocation, blacklisting of the local trader's name as well as seizure of goods for those caught in violation. 'Complaints that locals sublet their trading licences will not be tolerated,' he said. 'Starting June 1, MBDK aims to achieve zero foreign workers at council-owned kiosks and stalls at public markets, and this decision aligns with that goal.' 'The Wet Market Unit under the city council's Health Department has been told to strictly monitor Pasar Besar Meru, which has wholesale and retail sections. 'We will also monitor other markets under MBDK's purview, namely Pasar Baru Pekan Kapar, Pasar Besar Pelabuhan Klang and Pasar Pandamaran.' Pasar Besar Meru's retail section has 378 stalls, while its wholesale section has 117 stalls. Abd Hamid said only Malaysians were allowed to operate or work at council run-wet markets and food courts, including as assistants. 'All who work at these places must be registered with the council by June 1,' he said, while urging traders to comply with council regulations. 'Our aim is to prioritise job opportunities for locals, in addition to streamlining workers at such council-managed facilities and ensure they are vaccinated if their work involves food preparation.' – By EDWARD RAJENDRA
The Star
01-05-2025
- General
- The Star
MBDK to poll passengers on Smart Selangor bus route
Flashback to StarMetro story on April 21. KLANG Royal City Council (MBDK) will study the Smart Selangor bus route that currently plies Persiaran Raja Muda Musa to see if there is a need for two additional stops in the Taman Gembira area. 'The council's Planning Department will initiate a poll of passengers to see if there is demand to serve SK Taman Gembira and Telok Gadong KTM Komuter station,' said Klang mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain, referring to the places located along Jalan Hilir 2, Klang. 'We will analyse the existing route for better efficiency and convenience. 'The poll will also help us understand travel times to optimise service frequency. 'If there are parents who want the bus to serve the school area, we will have to adjust the route and stops,' he said after a Hari Raya Aidilfitri event at MBDK's headquarters. Abd Hamid said having the two additional stops would add six more minutes to the route. On April 21, StarMetro highlighted the call for MBDK to review the bus route to include Jalan Hilir, which covers an estimated 750m to the Telok Gadong KTM Komuter station. SK Taman Gembira is a short distance from the train station, along Jalan Hilir 2. Abd Hamid said such feedback gives the council an avenue to improve its free bus service. 'This can also lead to increased ridership,' he said. 'A more attractive public transport experience will help schoolchildren get to school on time and more commuters using the rail service for better first- and-last mile connectivity,' he said. Abd Hamid said he agreed that close collaboration with Smart Selangor Delivery Unit (SSDU) on data sharing would help better understand commuter needs and enable seamless ridership. The SSDU is involved in planning, coordinating and monitoring the the Smart Selangor bus service to ensure its effectiveness.
The Star
21-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Klang council to use CCTV network to enforce foreign worker ban at food stalls
KLANG: The Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) will utilise its network of over 100 closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras across the district to enforce a ban on the employment of foreign workers at food stalls and kiosks under its jurisdiction, effective June 1. Mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain said the CCTV system, initially installed to monitor illegal waste disposal, will now be expanded to help detect and gather evidence against stall operators who breach the new directive, which includes a prohibition on hiring foreign nationals and permanent residents as assistants. "Our aim is to achieve zero foreign workers at MBDK-owned stalls starting June 1. This initiative is part of our commitment to prioritising job opportunities for local residents. The existing CCTV infrastructure will be maximised to ensure full compliance," he told reporters after attending the Wake Up & Make Up Klang brainstorming workshop here on Monday (April 21). The workshop was held in response to Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah's concern over the city's cleanliness, expressed in a royal decree on Dec 5, 2024. Abd Hamid said footage and data collected via CCTV would be used to support joint enforcement operations with the Immigration Department against errant stall operators. He reaffirmed the council's firm stance that only Malaysian citizens are permitted to operate or work at MBDK-owned stalls and kiosks, regardless of whether foreign workers possess valid permits issued by Immigration. "Enforcement operations are already underway. For example, MBDK recently took action against a stall operator found hiring Indian nationals. The premises was shut down, sealed and the rental rights revoked. "This demonstrates our seriousness in upholding the new policy. We will act decisively and without compromise, especially once the ban is fully enforced," he said. On April 19, MBDK issued an official notice prohibiting the employment of foreign workers, including permanent residents, at all food and beverage stalls under its management, effective June 1, 2025. The ban applies to all council-managed kiosks and stalls at public markets. MBDK said the move is intended not only to protect employment opportunities for Malaysians but also to improve oversight and ensure better regulation of worker registration at these premises. – Bernama
