Padawan Municipal Council's (Majlis Perbandaran Padawan)

Yap (fourth left) hands over the letter of award to a Megah Jaya Enterprise representative, witnessed by Hospital Sentosa director Dr Rosliwati Md Yusoff (fifth left) and others. KUCHING (Feb 8): Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has handed over the letter of award and project site to Megah Jaya Enterprise for the construction of 40 additional parking bays and upgrading works on facilities at Hospital Sentosa here. The RM400,000 development, funded under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) grant for Kota Sentosa state constituency, is meant to improve the accessibility and enhance the facilities at Sarawak’s only specialist psychiatric hospital. “After more than a year of bureaucratic delays, construction is finally set to begin, with completion expected by June 2025,” said Yap, adding that the long-standing issue of inadequate parking, which was first brought to his attention two years ago, had caused traffic congestion and imposed delays on patients and visitors. The assemblyman was met by reporters after the handing-over ceremony yesterday. Adding on, Yap stressed that the problem of inadequate parking bays at Hospital Sentosa was critical, in view of it being the only public specialist psychiatric hospital in Kuching. Moreover, he urged the appointed implementing agency, the Padawan Municipal Council (MPP), to closely monitor the project so as to ensure timely completion with quality finishing. “This is to ensure the benefits from the additional carpark sites and upgraded occupational therapy-and-recreation hall can be delivered on time for the benefit of all patients and visitors requiring psychiatric services from the clinic.” The project’s scope covers air-conditioning installation, new aluminium windows, wiring, tiling, and partition works for the therapy-and-recreation hall. Additionally, earthworks, concrete drainage, premix road and parking area works, along with directional road and lane line painting, will be carried out. Upon completion, the upgraded parking facility will feature designated entry and exit points to improve traffic flow. Hospital Sentosa began its operation in 1958, and was originally known as the Sarawak Mental Hospital until the name-change on Aug 1, 1998. It is a 338-bed hospital and provides mental specialist services for outpatients and in-patients.

Tan, flanked by Trienekens chief operating officer Alice Lee (left) and NREB Sarawak Corporate Affairs Division head Christhe Mansom, promote the joint campaign at a press conference. KUCHING (Feb 18): The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP), Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) Sarawak, Department of Environment (DOE) Sarawak, and Trienekens (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd (Trienekens) have joined hands to introduce a new campaign to assist the public safely dispose of small household waste containing hazardous elements. Through MPP’s Electrical and Electronic Waste (BEE) Collection Campaign, the accepted items include small lithium batteries, empty lubricant containers, empty paint containers, spent fluorescent tubes, aerosol cans, and pesticide containers. These household items with hazardous elements will be categorised as Other Household Waste (OHW) and collected on a quarterly basis, according to a press release. MPP chairman Tan Kai said the OHW campaign provides a safe, accessible way for residents to dispose of hazardous household waste responsibly, preventing improper disposal in landfills or green bins. “Our priority is to protect public health and the environment while promoting sustainable waste management,” he added. According to NREB Sarawak Controller of Environmental Quality Datu Jack Liam, hazardous household waste accounted for 4.2 per cent of domestic waste disposed of in household bins and landfills daily. He said NREB is excited to support this initiative in creating a systematic and sustainable solution for managing such waste, especially in view of the current limited safe disposal options available. Meanwhile, Trienekens Group chief executive officer Stephen Chin said the company looks forward to working with NREB, DOE, and MPP to introduce this initiative. “Through this campaign, OHW can be removed from the general waste stream, treated, and disposed of safely using prescribed methods, minimising its environmental impact.” The OHW collection campaign, which will commence on March 8, offers free and safe disposal for small household waste with hazardous elements for volume under 1kg. Volumes between 1kg to 3kg will incur a charge of RM2.30 per kg, while larger volumes will be subject to commercial rates based on the type of scheduled waste. The BEE Collection Campaign is an annual initiative by MPP that encourages residents to recycle and earn money while doing so. Supported by NREB Sarawak and DOE Sarawak, as well as vendors and non-governmental organisations such as Trienekens, DNS Waste Management, Kim Huang Enterprise and Tzu Chi Association Kuching, the campaign promotes recycling of materials including used cartons, plastics, aluminium, e-waste, used clothing, and cooking oil. By incorporating OHW into the campaign, the initiative further strengthens the municipality’s commitment to a circular economy and sustainable living practices. For more information, individuals can contact Trienekens Hotline on 082-612300.

MPP chairman Tan Kai (left) and others seen during a recent inspection on the project site. KUCHING (Feb 15): The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) is set to launch a facility in Batu Kawa here next month that focuses on environmental sustainability. Located within the MPP nursery compound in Desa Wira, the council, in a statement, said the centre would not only serve as a designated space for household waste segregation and recycling activities, but also an educational hub for environmental awareness. “The centre’s objectives are to promote waste segregation, recycling, and educate the public on responsible waste management and sustainable living practices,” it said. The project, according to MPP, is a joint initiative with the Tzu Chi Foundation Kuching, with the council supplying the building materials and the foundation being tasked to oversee its construction works through volunteer efforts. “MPP and Tzu Chi Foundation will both work on the data gathering and analysing process involving waste management trends in the areas within the council’s jurisdiction. “This data-driven approach will help refine waste management policies, to support our goals in making Padawan clean and in uplifting the residents’ quality of life,” it said. MPP attributed the success of the project to council-community collaboration.

MAJLIS PERBANDARAN PADAWAN KENYATAAN SEBUT HARGA   Kontraktor-kontraktor yang mempunyai jenis pendaftaran yang ditetapkan serta mempunyai tempoh yang sah bagi kerja seperti di bawah adalah dipelawa untuk menyertai Kenyataan Sebut Harga tersebut:-   Bil. No. Sebut Harga Tajuk Sebut Harga Pendaftaran Yuran Dokumen (RM) Tarikh Tutup dan Masa Penyerahan Dokumen Sebut Harga 1. MPP/BLG(LAN)/ MISC/Q/020/25 PROPOSED REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING 100,000 BTU DUCTING AIR-CONDITIONING AT KOTA SENTOSA LIBRARY, KOTA SENTOSA. UPKJ, Kelas F Kepala: V (Sub-Kepala 3) & CIDB 100.00 Selasa 25 Februari 2025 12:00 tengah hari 2. MPP/BLG(LAN)/ MISC/Q/021/25 PITCHER PLANT GARDEN (UPGRADING) - UPGRADING OF EXISTING RIGHTSIDE FENCING FOR PITCHER PLANT GARDEN ON LOTS 1454 & 1455 BLOCK 71 KCLD AT 10TH MILE KOTA PADAWAN, KUCHING. UPKJ, Kelas F Kepala: II (Sub-Kepala 6a) & CIDB 100.00 Selasa 25 Februari 2025 12:00 tengah hari   Dokumen Sebut Harga boleh diperolehi di Bahagian Perancangan dan Pembangunan (Seksyen Landskap), Tingkat Tiga, Majlis Perbandaran Padawan, Kota Padawan, Batu 10, Jalan Kota Padawan, 93250 Kuching, Peti Surat 620, 93712 Kuching pada waktu pejabat.   Isnin - Khamis 8:00 pagi      –   1:00 petang 2:00 petang –   3:30 petang Jumaat 8:00 pagi      – 11:45 pagi   2:15 petang –   3:30 petang     Dokumen Sebut Harga hanya akan dikeluarkan kepada pemilik atau wakilnya yang diberi kuasa secara bertulis. Pemilik atau wakilnya hendaklah membawa:   SIJIL ASAL Unit Pendaftaran Kontraktor (UPKJ) DAN CIDB   Dokumen Sebut Harga hendaklah dimasukkan ke dalam Peti Tender berserta sampul surat yang dicatatkan Nombor Sebut Harga dan Tajuk Sebut Harga dan hendaklah diserahkan kepada alamat di bawah tidak lewat daripada jam 12:00 TENGAH HARI pada hari tutup Sebut Harga tersebut.   Pemangku Setiausaha Perbandaran, Majlis Perbandaran Padawan, Kota Padawan, Batu 10, Jalan Kota Padawan, 93250 Kuching.   Sebarang dokumen Sebut Harga yang dihantar selepas masa yang ditetapkan adalah ditolak. Hanya penyertaan Sebut Harga dari penender/pemilik yang sah akan dipertimbangkan. Penender juga boleh merujuk iklan ini melalui laman web majlis di  http://mpp.sarawak.gov.my Majlis Perbandaran Padawan tidak terikat untuk menerima Sebut Harga TERENDAH atau MANA-MANA Sebut Harga.     PEMANGKU SETIAUSAHA PERBANDARAN MAJLIS PERBANDARAN PADAWAN