Garbage Strewn All Over Canal Gardens

We believe that if any resident were to take a walk around CG, even with one eye closed, they will also be able to spot garbage such as discarded PET bottles, cut newspapers (probably used for wrapping nasi lemak), cans, plastic bags for drinks and food and Styrofoam boxes for takeaways thrown and strewn all over and around CG.

As could be seen in the photographs attached, these are standalone garbage, mainly from food and drinks containers and wrappers.  As such, it is most probable they are discarded by the contract labourers who cut the grass or tend to the plants and flowers.  They could also be from workers or contractors of companies such as the telecommunication and power companies doing installation work in CG.  Not forgetting, they could also be thrown by workers who are doing renovation for home owners though the number of homes under renovation has gradually declined.

The HGDPS supervisor for CG should ensure that any workmen doing work in CG are briefed and supervised properly and effectively to reduce this problem.  Cutting the grass and tending to the plants keep the Garden tidy, trim, and proper, but, does it mean anything if the Garden is strewn with rubbish?  It looks pretty silly though.  This also applies to homeowners who employ contractors to do work in their homes.

Much more needs to be done to ensure that we live in a clean environment, free from rodents and pests which bring diseases and illnesses.  They are attracted by food waste in containers and wrappers not properly disposed of.  Children are the most susceptible to these diseases so we urge all residents to do their part to keep CG clean.