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Borneo Post
23-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Reconsider rejected Lingga-Banting access road project, rep tells SPA
Dayang Noorazah says that the road could also serve as a catalyst for local economic growth by improving regional connectivity. – Photo by Roystein Emmor KUCHING (May 23): Dayang Noorazah Awang Sohor (GPS-Lingga) has urged the State Planning Authority (SPA) to reconsider approving the proposed construction of an 11.3-kilometre access road connecting Lingga to Banting. She noted that the RM86.5 million project, proposed under the Sri Aman Development Agency (SADA) allocation, was previously rejected by SPA due to an existing alternative route through Empelanjau. 'As the elected representative, I am voicing the hopes of the people of Lingga who wish for this road construction proposal to be given due consideration. 'The construction of this road would not only shorten travel distance for Banting residents to Lingga and Sebuyau but also ease their access to government services such as the Lingga District Office and the Health Clinic,' she said while debating the Motion of Appreciation for the Yang di-Pertua Negeri's speech at the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) today. She added that the road could also serve as a catalyst for local economic growth by improving regional connectivity. In addressing rural infrastructure concerns, she highlighted the recurring issue of floods affecting agricultural areas in the Maludam sub-district, which have severely impacted crop yields. 'The floods and high tides impact several villages, including Kampung Sungai Maludam, Sungai Melebu, Sungai Mulon, Sungai Daun, Sungai Merantik, Sungai Pedada and Tanjung Baru Maludam,' she said. Although RM40 million has been allocated by the Betong Division Development Agency (BDDA) for a flood mitigation project in Maludam, she argued that the funding is insufficient to address both flood prevention and agricultural infrastructure needs. 'Therefore, I appeal to the Sarawak government to consider additional funding for the second phase of the Flood Mitigation Project and the development of agricultural infrastructure in the area under the 13th Malaysia Plan,' she said. On a separate note, Dayang Noorazah congratulated the State Ministry of Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development on the establishment of Sarawak's first One-Stop Early Intervention Centre (OSEIC). 'The encouraging response received shows a pressing need to establish more OSEIC centres across all divisions of the state, especially in Sri Aman Division,' she said. She further urged that these efforts be expanded to meet the growing demand from parents of special needs children diagnosed with autism, Down syndrome, or learning disabilities. Banting Dayang Noorazah Awang Sohor DUN road project
The Star
23-04-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Floods: Ramanan to seek emergency supply centre in Sungai Buloh
KUALA LUMPUR: Sungai Buloh MP Datuk Seri R. Ramanan will submit a request to the Social Welfare Department (JKM) to establish an emergency supplies storage centre in preparation for floods in his constituency. Ramanan, who is also Deputy Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives, said the request would be channelled through Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri to facilitate and expedite the distribution of essential items to the public. "I will also be appealing to the Selangor government to speed up the Flood Mitigation Project in the Sungai Buloh parliamentary constituency to prevent such incidents from recurring,' he said in a Facebook post. He suggested a coordination meeting involving all relevant agencies be held soon for this purpose. Ramanan said more than 100 houses, including those in Kampung Paya Jaras Hilir, Kampung Kubu Gajah, Taman Seri Alam and several surrounding areas, were affected by flash floods following continuous heavy rain since Tuesday (April 22). He said as of 1.20pm on Wednesday (April 23), nearly 200 families had been relocated to temporary evacuation centres (PPS), involving PPS Dewan MBSA Seri Pagi (26 families); PPS Dewan Kenanga PDT Petaling (59 families); PPS Dewan Bunga Matahari (22 families); and PPS SK Merbau Sempak (100 families). Ramanan expressed his gratitude to all parties for their prompt and effective cooperation in addressing the situation. "We will continue to monitor the current situation and ensure that all necessary measures are taken to safeguard the safety and welfare of residents. Besides Sungai Buloh, other districts in Selangor affected by flash floods include Petaling Jaya and Subang Jaya. — Bernama
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
Floods: Ramanan seeks emergency supply centre in Sungai Buloh
KUALA LUMPUR: Sungai Buloh Member of Parliament Datuk Seri R. Ramanan will be submitting a request to the Social Welfare Department (JKM) to establish an emergency supplies storage centre in preparation for flood incidents in the constituency. Ramanan, who is also Deputy Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives, said the request will be channelled through Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri to facilitate and expedite the distribution of essential items to the public more efficiently. 'In addition, I will also be appealing to the Selangor government to speed up the Flood Mitigation Project in the Sungai Buloh parliamentary constituency to prevent such incidents from recurring,' he said in a Facebook post. He also suggested that a coordination meeting involving all relevant agencies be held soon for this purpose. He pointed out that more than 100 houses, including those in Kampung Paya Jaras Hilir, Kampung Kubu Gajah, Taman Seri Alam and several surrounding areas, were affected by flash floods following continuous heavy rain since yesterday. As of 1.20 pm today, Ramanan said nearly 200 families had been relocated to temporary evacuation centres (PPS), involving PPS Dewan MBSA Seri Pagi (26 families); PPS Dewan Kenanga PDT Petaling (59 families); PPS Dewan Bunga Matahari (22 families); and PPS SK Merbau Sempak (100 families). Ramanan, who also surveyed the affected areas, expressed his gratitude to all parties for their prompt and effective cooperation in addressing the situation, including the Sungai Buloh Parliamentary Constituency Service Centre and the Sungai Buloh PKR Division, in collaboration with the Residents' Representative Council, village heads, and relevant government agencies. 'We will continue to monitor the current situation and ensure that all necessary measures are taken to safeguard the safety and welfare of residents. Besides Sungai Buloh, other districts in Selangor affected by flash floods include Petaling Jaya and Subang Jaya.
Barnama
23-04-2025
- Climate
- Barnama
Floods: Ramanan Seeks Emergency Supply Centre In Sungai Buloh
KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Sungai Buloh Member of Parliament Datuk Seri R. Ramanan will be submitting a request to the Social Welfare Department (JKM) to establish an emergency supplies storage centre in preparation for flood incidents in the constituency. Ramanan, who is also Deputy Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives, said the request will be channelled through Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri to facilitate and expedite the distribution of essential items to the public more efficiently. 'In addition, I will also be appealing to the Selangor government to speed up the Flood Mitigation Project in the Sungai Buloh parliamentary constituency to prevent such incidents from recurring,' he said in a Facebook post. He also suggested that a coordination meeting involving all relevant agencies be held soon for this purpose. He pointed out that more than 100 houses, including those in Kampung Paya Jaras Hilir, Kampung Kubu Gajah, Taman Seri Alam and several surrounding areas, were affected by flash floods following continuous heavy rain since yesterday. As of 1.20 pm today, Ramanan said nearly 200 families had been relocated to temporary evacuation centres (PPS), involving PPS Dewan MBSA Seri Pagi (26 families); PPS Dewan Kenanga PDT Petaling (59 families); PPS Dewan Bunga Matahari (22 families); and PPS SK Merbau Sempak (100 families). Ramanan, who also surveyed the affected areas, expressed his gratitude to all parties for their prompt and effective cooperation in addressing the situation, including the Sungai Buloh Parliamentary Constituency Service Centre and the Sungai Buloh PKR Division, in collaboration with the Residents' Representative Council, village heads, and relevant government agencies. 'We will continue to monitor the current situation and ensure that all necessary measures are taken to safeguard the safety and welfare of residents. Besides Sungai Buloh, other districts in Selangor affected by flash floods include Petaling Jaya and Subang Jaya.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
State legislators announce hundreds of thousands of dollars in state grants
Jan. 29—WILKES-BARRE — Local legislators on Tuesday announced hundreds of thousands of dollars in state grants for projects in their districts. Sen. Marty Flynn (D-Scranton), Rep. Jim Haddock (D-Pittston Township), Sen. Dave Argall (R-Pottsville) and Rep. Dane Watro (R-Hazleton) all announced grants for projects that address flood mitigation, recreation and the environment. "These grants represent a significant investment in the safety, quality of life, and environmental resilience of our communities," said Flynn. "From upgrading parks and trails to implementing vital flood mitigation projects, this funding will have a meaningful impact on residents throughout Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties." Haddock added, "Each of these projects will deliver a significant improvement for the communities they involve." Flood mitigation projects: — Jenkins Township — Main Street Flood Mitigation Project (Luzerne County): $150,000 to to construct a gravity stormwater drainage system to prevent regular flooding on Main Street. The project includes installing four new manholes and eight catch basins. "Main Street in Jenkins Township regularly faces flooding during water events leading to damaged property and impeded access to the surrounding properties, including 20 residences and one commercial property," Haddock said. "This project will help to alleviate that from occurring." Greenways, trails, and recreation projects: — Pittston City — Laurel Line Trail (Luzerne County): $42,500 to improve accessibility and amenities along the trail. The project includes engineering and professional services to develop a plan for a new trail system on the former Laurel Line rail line. — Pittston Township — Oriole Park Renovation Project (Luzerne County): $125,000 to upgrade park infrastructure and enhance recreational opportunities, including the existing basketball court and replacing playground equipment and upgrading the mulched areas for the playground equipment fall zones. "The playground equipment is outdated and deteriorating, which now poses potential safety issues for the public that use the park," Haddock said. "By updating the facility, visitors will be able to safely use the new equipment and enjoy the outdoor recreation." Rep. Watro, Sen. Argall, Rep. Walsh announce grants Rep. Dane Watro, Sen. Dave Argall, and Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Ross Township) announced the awarding of several grants. The grants are as follows: —$149,590 for McAdoo Borough to convert tennis courts at Veterans Memorial Park into two pickleball courts. —$100,000 for Hazle Township to complete phase two of the Community Park master plan, including the rehabilitation of the 0.26-mile trail and the addition of a parking area. —$68,255 for the Freeland YMCA to develop a new childcare center at their location next to the Freeland Public Park. "I supported the funding for the park improvements because these projects will provide lasting benefits to our communities, offering recreational opportunities for all ages and enhancing the quality of life for residents of all ages," Watro said. "I'm grateful this highly competitive state funding will provide new opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors," said Argall. "Our communities are healthier and stronger when we have quality parks and trails for all to enjoy." Rep. Walsh said the Freeland YMCA is developing a new childcare center at their location next to the Freeland Public Park and is working with the borough to make the park safe for full classes of children to use. Work is expected to include the installation of four-foot-high fences, wood mulch around the playground equipment, and topsoil at areas of erosion along the borders of the park. "Childcare is a necessity for working families," said Argall. "This project is a key step towards opening this new center and will also greatly improve the park for nearby residents looking to enjoy the outdoors." "With this generous state investment, Freeland Borough is taking important steps to enhance the safety and well-being of the community's children, ensuring a secure and enjoyable environment for families to gather with peace of mind," said Walsh. The grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) and made available through the Department of Community and Economic Development's Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program. Reach Bill O'Boyle at 570-991-6118 or on Twitter @TLBillOBoyle.
