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Malay Mail
9 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Pakatan MPs slam Selangor parking privatisation as ‘lopsided', demand full disclosure
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 — Four Pakatan Harapan MPs have called on the Selangor state government to delay the privatisation of public car parking lots under the Selangor Intelligent Parking (SIP) scheme. They also urged for an independent committee to review the proposal and for full disclosure of the scheme's terms and conditions, including its commercial aspects. 'The proposed SIP privatisation scheme raises legal, commercial and operational concerns,' The Star quoted Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung, speaking on behalf of the group. 'Overall, from the disclosed but limited information of the scheme, we are concerned that the scheme appears to be in favour of private interests over the rights and benefits of our local authorities (PBT) and constituents.' Lee — along with Selayang MP William Leong, Shah Alam MP Azli Yusof, and Subang MP Wong Chen — said the scheme affects their constituencies and that ministerial approval must be confirmed since public parking lots fall under the Transport Ministry. The scheme's first phase involves the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), Shah Alam City Council (MBSA), and Selayang Municipal Council (MPS). Under the concession terms, PBTs will handle enforcement while the concessionaire will manage salaries and emoluments of enforcement personnel. Lee claimed that PBTs were sidelined in the decision-making process and noted concerns over a proposed revenue-sharing model under which the private company would receive 50 per cent, MBI 10 per cent, and the PBTs only 40 per cent. 'On the surface, this revenue sharing scheme seems lopsided and needs further detailed disclosures,' Lee said. He added that public parking lots should be seen as a public service and not merely as a revenue-generating venture. 'We call for a revision of the entire scheme and urge the state government and PBTs to prioritise the Klang Valley's broader mobility needs, such as the strategic allocation of parking bays, integration with public transport, and city walkability,' Lee added. State local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim previously said the SIP agreement is not final and its August 1 rollout may be postponed pending further refinement.
Malaysiakini
3 days ago
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Parking privatisation: Local councils biggest losers, says PJ MCA Youth
Petaling Jaya MCA Youth is protesting the Selangor government's plan for four local authorities, including the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), claiming that it lacks transparency. Describing it as detrimental to MBPJ, Petaling Jaya MCA Youth chief Andy Teoh Tuck Wah questioned the state government's announcement regarding the Smart Parking System despite it not being finalised yet.
The Star
6 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Selangor parking system working fine, no need to fix it, says PJ MP
"IF THE system is not broken, why fix it?" is a Selangor MP's response to the state government's controversial decision to appoint a company as the new parking concessionaire in the state. Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung ( pic ) said the current parking collection fee system, where Menteri Besar Incorporated (MBI) Selangor takes a 10% administrative cut, should remain based on its effectiveness. "The current parking system has been functioning effectively with no major complaints. "If the system is not broken, why fix it?" he said in a press statement on Thursday (July 17). Lee said the proposed parking system risks compromising the financial autonomy of the four local councils, which include Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ). The others are Shah Alam City Council (MBSA), Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), and Selayang Municipal Council (MPS). On Wednesday (July 16), state local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim said the privatisation under Selangor's Intelligent Parking (SIP) initiative hinges on final consent from all involved parties, including the four local councils. Lee pointed out that revenue collected from the parking fees contributes directly to MBPJ's consolidated fund and is reinvested into essential local services such as road maintenance, public parks, and lighting, said Lee. "Why jeopardise this vital income stream?" he questioned. Lee added that local councils are best placed to determine suitable smart city and parking solutions for their communities. "Even proposals to add new parking lots now reportedly require state-level approval — an overreach that undermines local authority," he said. Lee added that in 1999, the state government awarded a similar concession, which ended in failure. He urged the Selangor government to safeguard the legal and financial independence of local councils.
The Star
6 days ago
- General
- The Star
Safety at PJ park improved with new walkway, CCTV
A newly built 218m walkway and repaired basketball court surface to better serve the elderly park-goers. — Courtesy photo FACILITIES including the walkway and basketball court at Taman Sunwaymas in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, have been upgraded to improve safety and encourage active use among nearby residents. The park, located along Jalan PJU1/3A near a bustling commercial area and surrounded by neighbourhoods such as Aman Suria, Kampung Cempaka, SS25 and Bukit Mayang, serves a population of around 13,000. It is popular among senior citizens who visit the park in the mornings. Among its regular visitors is Chan Lin Chow, 68, from SS25, who practises tai chi four to five times a week. 'Before the upgrade, the court had sand and cracks that made it slippery and dangerous. 'Now we feel safer and more confident exercising, even at 6am,' he said. The upgrade works by Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) included resurfacing and repainting the basketball court, the construction of a 218m pedestrian walkway and refurbishment of the existing gazebo. Kampung Cempaka village chief Theresa Lim said the improvements had a direct impact on the park's elderly users. 'Most of the park's visitors are aged 60 and above. 'The smoother surfaces make it easier to exercise and have brought more people to the park, encouraging a healthier lifestyle,' she said. MBPJ Zone 7 councillor Leong Chee Cheng said the upgrades were carried out from Feb 3 to May 26 at a cost of RM164,365, approved by the city council's Landscape Department. 'To improve security, two CCTV cameras have been installed,' he said. Leong said the surface of the basketball court had gradually sunk over the years due to ground conditions, but has been fully repaired. The contractor who completed the basketball court repair and upgrades handed the site back to MBPJ on June 25, and the city council has been monitoring its condition since. The project is part of MBPJ's broader initiative to improve public parks in Zone 7 as part of Petaling Jaya's smart city goals. 'To date, 17 parks including Taman Sunwaymas have been upgraded. 'Next, we will focus on upgrading the public park in Jalan SS4C/20,' Leong added.
Focus Malaysia
15-07-2025
- Business
- Focus Malaysia
MCA: 'Smart Parking System should not harm but protect local govt authorities, Malaysian citizens'
AN MCA leader has expressed concern over the recent decision by the Selangor state government to implement the Smart Intelligent Parking (SIP) system across four local councils starting Aug 1, saying the approach, aimed at addressing the issue of low parking fee collection, appears to have been poorly thought through. Its vice president Datuk Lawrence Low said this in response to Selangor local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim's announcement of the concession deal during the Selangor state assembly sitting last week. Ng had said that the state was implementing the SIP system to modernise on-street parking using Internet of Things (IoT) technology, allowing local councils to focus on other duties. The agreement, signed in March, involves four local councils, Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ), Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), Selayang Municipal Council (MPS) and Shah Alam City Council (MBSA). '(Ng) stated that the privatisation is part of the state's strategy to combat the low parking collection rate, which currently stands at only 30 per cent across 1,000 designated parking bays,' said Low. 'However, the pressing question remains: why hasn't the state government tackled the underlying issues within the local government authorities (PBT)? 'There are various avenues to explore, such as improving mobile applications, strengthening enforcement, offering staff incentives, or even revising local PBT regulations.' Low cautioned that while privatisation may seem like a quick fix, it comes at a significant cost, whereby local PBTs are now required to share 50% of their revenue with the SIP operator Rantaian Mesra Sdn Bhd. 'This revenue is crucial for PBTs and, ultimately, for the welfare of the community,' he argued. 'Two local associations, PJ Sejahtera and the Sustainable Petaling Jaya Association, have raised concerns that MBPJ could lose up to RM10 mil annually due to the implementation of SIP. 'Will Ng take full responsibility for this loss? Who truly stands to benefit from this decision; the public, or political insiders?' Calling for the state government to urgently conduct a thorough review of the situation, Low said any necessary changes, including amending or even cancelling the concession, should be made to protect PBT revenues and ensure the wellbeing of the community. Under the new arrangement, 50% of parking revenue will be allocated to the concessionaire, while the remaining 50% will go to the state government. Of the state's portion, 40% will be distributed to the local councils involved, with the remaining 10% directed to Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated (MBI). ‒ July 15, 2025 Main image: Carz Automedia Malaysia
