Meet our MPs - Bishan 70.pdf · BISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRC 7 BISHAN-TOA PAYOH TOWN COUNCIL NEWS may / june 2006 BISHAN-TOA PAYOH NORTH BISHAN EAST THOMSON BISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRC Meet-The-People

NUMBER 70 MAY - JUNE 2006 • MICA(P)087/02/2006

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BISHAN-TOA PAYOH TOWN COUNCIL NEWS may / june 2006

ESTATE

TOA PAYOH EAST -Elderly Fitness Corner at Blk 15 Lorong 7 Toa Payoh

BISHAN-TOA PAYOH NORTH - Covered Walkway at Blk 267/278 Bishan St 22

THOMSON - Covered Walkway between Blk 401 to 402/403 Sin Ming Ave

Bishan East -Pavilion cum Barbeque pit at Blk 149 Bishan St 11

TOA PAYOH CENTRAL -Children’s Playground at Blk 97 Lorong 3 Toa Payoh

ESTATEIMPROVEMENTS

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Have Fun! Join your fellow residents and get to know them betterat these activities organised especially for you.

TOA PAYOH CENTRAL

SERS Handing over CeremonyDate : 22 July 2006 (Saturday)Venue : Blk l53A Rooftop GardenTime : 7.45pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh Central

Zone ‘5’ RC

National Day DinnerDate : 5 August 2006 (Saturday)Venue : Toa Payoh Central AmphitheatreTime : 7.40pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh Central GROs

National Day Observance CeremonyDate : 13 August 2006 (Sunday)Venue : Toa Payoh Central AmphitheatreTime : 7.30amOrganiser : Toa Payoh Central GROs

For more information, please call 6254 6842

TOA PAYOH EAST

National Day DinnerDate : 28 July 2006 (Friday)Venue : Toa Payoh East CC

Multi-Purpose HallTime : 7.00pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh East GROs

National Day Observance Ceremonycum Family Sports DayDate : 13 August 2006 (Sunday)Time : 8.00am – 12.00pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh East GROs

Block PartyDate : 19 August 2006 (Saturday)Venue : Blk 10 Link HallTime : 6.00pm – 9.00pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh East Zone ‘2’ RC

Block PartyDate : 19 August 2006 (Saturday)Time : 6.00pm – 9.00pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh East Zone ‘4’ RC


BISHAN EAST

Racial Harmony cum EP Day 2006Date : 22 July 2006 (Saturday)

Time : 8.00am – 12 noonVenue : Guangyang Primary SchoolFees : $3 per ticket

Karaoke Appreciation Nite (Mandarin)Date : 22 July 2006 (Saturday)Time : 7.00pm – 10.00pmVenue : Bishan Community ClubFees : $3 per person

Bishan East 41st National DayCelebration DinnerDate : 5 August 2006 (Saturday)Time : 7.00pm – 10.30pmVenue : Open Field beside

Blk 156 Bishan St 13Fees : $25 per person

Bishan East national DayObservance CeremonyDate : 9 August 2006 (Wednesday)Time : 7.00am – 10.30amVenue : Bishan Community Club

Bishan East Family Sports DayDate : 9 August 2006 (Saturday)Time : 7.00am – 10.30amVenue : Bishan Community ClubFees : $3 per person

That’s Entertainment featuring VerveEnharmonics + Duo Performanceby Ruth Ling and Cat Ong

Date : 13 August 2006 (Wednesday)Time : 7.00pm – 8.00pmVenue : Bishan CC Open Plaza


BISHAN NORTH

Schools in Concert - Most EntertainingBand Competition 2006(In Conjunction with41st National Day Celebrations)

Date : 4 August 2006 (Friday)Time : 7.30pmVenue : Open field opposite

Blk 231 Bishan St 23

Bishan-Toa Payoh NorthNational Day Dinner 2006Date : 5 August 2006 (Saturday)Time : 7.30pmVenue : Open field opposite


Carnival 2006(In Conjunction with41st National Day Celebrations)

Date : 6 August 2006 (Sunday)Time : 8.30amVenue : Open field opposite


For more information, please call 6451 5955(after 2pm)

THOMSON

Block PartyDate : 23 July 2006 (Sunday)Venue : Blk 118B Multi-Purpose HallTime : 7.30pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh View RC

Block Party cum Folk Dance NiteDate : 29 July 2006 (Saturday)Venue : Blk 25, RC Centre CourtyardTime : 8.00pmOrganiser : Thomson Sin Ming Ville RC

National Day Block PartyDate : 13 August 2006 (Sunday)Venue : Blk 23/24 Community LinkhallTime : 7.30pmOrganiser : Thomson Sin Ming Ville RC

National Day Celebration, Baby Show,Line Dance Nite, Folk Dance Nite,Basket Ball TournamentDate : 13 August 2006 (Sunday)Venue : Toa Payoh West CCTime : 9.00am – 10.00pmOrganiser : Toa Payoh West CCMC/WEC/SCEC/MAEC

Block PartyDate : 20 August 2006 (Sunday)Venue : Blk 403 Sin Ming AveTime : 7.30pmOrganiser : Thomson Sin Ming Garden RC

Thomson National Day DinnerDate : 27 August 2006 (Sunday)Venue : Open Field beside Thomson CCTime : 8.00pmOrganiser : Thomson Sin Ming Garden RC

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1 Mrs Jospehine Teo having acozy chat with a senior resident.

2 Mr Zai having a good laugh withthe residents at Bishan North.

3 Mr Wong Kan Seng had funchatting with the stall-holders.

4 Dr Ng Eng Hen having fun withour young residents.

5 Mr Hri Kumar getting resident’sfeedback during the house visithe conducted.

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BISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRCTOA PAYOH CENTRAL TOA PAYOH EAST

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legend:

BISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRCBISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRC

Every Tuesday from 8pm

BISHAN EAST

BISHAN NORTH

DPM Wong Kan SengBlk 196 Bishan St 13#01-563Singapore 570196

Tel: 6259 0542Fax: 6353 8871

Mr Zainudin NordinBlk 231 Bishan St 23#01-21Singapore 570231

Tel: 6452 4107Fax: 6454 9607

Mrs Josephine TeoBlk 18 Lorong 7 Toa Payoh#01-240Singapore 310018

Tel: 6259 2881Fax: 6354 4912

TOA PAYOH EAST

BISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRC

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BISHAN-TOA PAYOH NORTH BISHAN EAST THOMSON

BISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRCBISHAN-TOA PAYOH GRCMeet-The-People Session

Every Tuesday from 8pm

TOA PAYOH CENTRAL

THOMSON (Shunfu Office)

Dr Ng Eng HenBlk 178 Toa Payoh Central#01-238Singapore 310178

Tel: 6253 8600Fax: 6253 1249

Every Thursday from 8pm

THOMSON (Toa Payoh West Office)

Blk 128 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh#01-837Singapore 310128

Tel: 6251 1500Fax: 6259 3182

Mr Hri KumarBlk 309 Shunfu Road#01-175Singapore 570309

Tel: 6258 2755Fax: 6353 8861

8 9BISHAN-TOA PAYOH TOWN COUNCIL FIFTH TERM OF OFFICE (2005-2006)BISHAN-TOA PAYOH TOWN COUNCIL FIFTH TERM OF OFFICE (2005-2006)

EstablishmentCommitteeAdvisor: Mr Zainudin Nordin

Mr Foo See LianChairman

Mr Cheng Wai KeungVice-Chairman

Mr Er Kwong WahMember

Mr Teh Hee SeangMember

Mr Ling Ming ChuanCEO / Secretary

Mr Yee Fook HongMember

Mr Poh Puay EngVice-Chairman

Mr Roy ChengSiew CherngMember

Mr Chia Pen ChuenMember

Mr Lai Kah SengMember

Mr Lim Joo LyeMember

Mr Larry Lau Hooi SeeMember

Mr Tan Kee KhoonMember

Mr Tin Beng ChanMember

Mr Sng Jin PohMember

Mr Yeo Hiang MengMember

Mr Yee Fook HongChairman

Finance &AdministrationCommitteeAdvisor: Dr Ng Eng Hen

Mr Cheong Chee OnnVice-Chairman

Mr Roger Chia Ah SahMember

Mr Khoo Kay ChaiMember

Mr Anthony KiongBeng HoeMember

Mr Michael LowHock KimMember

Mr Texas Loh Kia HowMember

Mr Ng Wee LoonMember

Mr RamadossRavindranMember

Ms Sophia SuHuah TeeMember

Mr Raymond TeohMember

Ms Violet WongChoh SangMember

Mr Er Kwong WahChairman

CommunityRelationsCommitteeAdvisor: Mr Zainudin Nordin

Dr Foo Yung KuanVice-Chairman

Mr Azman Bin YahayaMember

Mr David ChooYong KeeMember

Mr Lau Cheng NamMember

Mr Jason LeongWai HoongMember

Mr Leong Chong MengMember

Mr Lawrence LimTau JeowMember

Mr Henry NgBoon HweeMember

Ms Frances TangPo TimMember

Mr Yeo Suay TeeMember

Mr Cheng Wai KeungChairman

Environment &DevelopmentCommitteeAdvisor: Mr Hri Kumar

Mr Sitoh Yih Pin2nd Advisor

Mr Teh Hee SeangChairman

Mr Gregory TangWee ThiangVice-Chairman

Ms Chua Geok LanMember

Mr Ling Tuck MunMember

Ms Catherine LeeMember

Mr Mohd Yusof BinAbdullahMember

Mr Tan Kia SengMember

Ms Tay Mok LanMember

Ms Patricia TohBee LanMember

Mr Wee Jit SunMember

Tenders &ContractsCommitteeAdvisor: Mrs Josephine Teo

Mrs Josephine TeoMP for Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC

Vice-Chairman of Bishan-ToaPayoh Town Council

Advisor to Toa Payoh EastGrassroots Organisations

Mr Hri KumarMP for Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC

Vice-Chairman of Bishan-ToaPayoh Town Council

Advisor to Thomson GrassrootsOrganisations

Mr Zainudin NordinMayor for Central SingaporeDistrict

MP for Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC

Chairman of Bishan-Toa PayohTown Council

Advisor to Bishan-Toa PayohNorth Grassroots Organisations

Dr Ng Eng HenManpower Minister and SecondMinister for Defence


Elected Member of Bishan-ToaPayoh Town Council

Advisor to Toa Payoh CentralGrassroots Organisations

Mr Wong Kan SengDeputy Prime Minister & Ministerfor Home Affairs


Advisor to Bishan-Toa PayohTown Council

Advisor to Bishan EastGrassroots Organisations

PROFILE OF MR HRI KUMAR 11


Q1. Prior to being the MP of Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC, what were your views of:

a. Grassroots organisationsb. Meet-the-People Sessionsc. Town Councils

A: I was helping out as a petitionwriter for the MPS at Taman Jurongsince October last year, and so haddeveloped some understanding oft hese ma t te rs . G rass roo ts

organizations (GROs) have had somecritics, and some go so far as to say

they should be disbanded. But you cannottruly appreciate how much the community

relies on them, and the personal sacrifices oftheir leaders and members, until you have worked with them.The demands on their time are so great, and they carry outtheir duties which such enthusiasm, that it is sometimes easyto forget that they are volunteers, with their own personal,family and work concerns.

I have always regarded MPS as the MP’s most important duty.It is not about policies or debates. It is the time when you areconfronted with real problems, and come to understand theconcerns of the residents. Sometimes, these matters can havea devastating impact on their lives, and the future of theirchildren. It is through dealing with such problems that an MPcan truly appreciate the effects of a policy on the ground, andtherefore help improve or refine it.

Town Councils have a thankless task. We expect our estatesto be spotless, and all amenities to be in working order, anddo not really notice or appreciate it when they are. However,when something goes wrong, the Town Council is often blamedfor not discharging their duties. The fact that Singapore isinternationally acknowledged as a clean and green countryis in large part due to their efforts.

Q2. Now that you have met some of your residents andgrassroots leaders in your constituency, what are yourimpressions of the place and the people?

A: How warm and friendly the people are. It is like becomingpart of a (very) large family. I was concerned with the receptionI would get as Mr Leong Horn Kee had been at, and done somuch for, Thomson for 22 years. But my fears were misplaced.

Q3. After conducting your first MPS, what is the single issuethat sticks in your mind, and why?

A: Despite the great economic progress our country hasmade, there are many who are finding it difficult to make endsmeet, or who have given up completely. Even worse, their

children risk being caught in the same trap, and we cannot

allow that to happen. This is, of course not unique to Singapore,

and we probably have fewer disadvantaged citizens than mostcountries. However, Singaporeans have big hearts and arealso perfectionists. We will never feel good about ourselves

until everyone is able to better their lives, and no one is leftbehind. Long may that attitude continue.

Q4. As an MP, you would be spending many weekends atyour constituency. What did you like to do on weekends beforegoing into politics?

A: Being with my wife. It really did not matter what wedid, so long as we were together.

Q5. What did your spouse & children say to you when youannounced your political ambition to them?

A: She was naturally concerned about the (lack of) timewe would spend together, but accepted that this was a step Ireally wanted to take.

Q6. What are your plans for the residents of your constituency?

A: My immediate plan is to meet as many residents as Ican, and listen to their concerns so that I can prioritise mattersand be effective. There a number of matters which need lookinginto right away, such as making life more comfortable for oursenior citizens, particularly those who are less well off and/orrequire medical help.

Q7. Some residents think MPs can do miracles for them.How do you tell such residents to get real?

A: Very politely. I think Singaporeans, while having a reputationfor being demanding, are mostly sensible and reasonable.

Q8. When you come across a resident that is rude anddisrespectful, which of the following would you do?

a. Ignore the person.b. Tell the person off.c. Listen to the person with a smile and walk away.

A: I will first find out if there is an underlying reason for hisrudeness. He may be upset from having lost a loved one orhis job. If he is just plain rude, I will wish him a good day andmove on. Life is too short, and there are more important thingsto do, and other residents to help.

Q9. You would like to reach out to all your constituents,but that takes time. Would you consider giving them yourmobile nos. / email address? Why?

A: I have set up a special email account for those who wishto write to me directly. It is [email protected]. Please write!

Q10. What are the issues close to your heart that youwould raise in Parliament? Why?

A: I will be looking closely at Education. It is a bit early totalk about the specific issues I will raise. If residents have anysuggestions or would like to raise any issue, I do hope theywill drop me an email or visit me at MPS.

12 HEALTHY LIFESTYLEIs Childhood Immunisation Really

Important for My Child?For many parents, immunisation means taking your baby to a clinic and coming home after a quick jabin the leg or arm. It can be confusing too, as there are so many different vaccines with different schedules. Some require 2 doses, some 3 doses and at different ages. Currently there are also new vaccineslike 6-in-1, 5-in-1, chicken pox, Haemophilus influeanzae (Hib), pneumococal and rotavirus. It is nowonder that parents are anxious and confused. Some lament and ask “why must my child be injectedso many times”.Immunisation is important as it protects your child against potential and dangerous and sometimeslife-threatening childhood diseases. When a child is immunised against a disease, its body will produceantibodies to fight off that disease.

Currently in Singapore there are compulsory vaccinations under the The National Childhood ImmunisationProgramme (NCIP) and other optional vaccines such as chicken pox, Hib and others.

The NCIP covers two compulsory immunizations against Diptheria and Measles, as these are life-threateningdiseases to children. Other immunizations under the NCIP protect against Tuberculosis, Pertussis (whopping

cough), Polio, Mumps, Rubella and Hepatitis B. With the exception of the Hepatitis B vaccine, all the other vaccines arefully subsidized by the Government and are provided free of charge in all Polyclinics. Medisave can be used for the Hepatitis B vaccine.

DetailsDate : 5 Aug 06, SaturdayTime : 1pm to 5 pm, (Registration from 1-2pm)Venue : HDB Hub Convention Centre, AuditoriumCost : $5.00/person (Each participant gets a goodie bag,

while stocks last)

All are invited especially parents with children below 3 years of ageand mothers-to-be.

EnquiriesFor enquiries please call 6757 7800 or 6757 7875. For more detailson the forum, please visit www.nhgp.com.sg.

RegistrationFor registration & payment, please proceed to the payment countersat any polyclinic. Alternatively, you may send in your crossed chequepayment with the registration form to:

National Healthcare Group Polyclinics11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Level 6, Singapore 308433Attn: Corporate Development and Communications

All crossed cheques made payable to “National Healthcare GroupPolyclinics”. No refund will be made after payment.All seats are confirmed upon receipt of payment, first come-first servedbasisClosing date : 28 July 06, Friday (All payment to reach us by this time)

REGISTRATION FORMREGISTRATION FORM FOR FORUM ON 5 AUG 06

Mail registration form and cheque payment to:National Healthcare Group Polyclinics

11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Level 6Singapore 308433

Attn : Corporate Development & Communications Department

All registrations are confirmed only upon receipt of payment and ona first-come-first served basis.Closing date : 28 July 2006

Name : (Mrs/Ms/Mdm/Mr)

Address:

(S)

Tel : (Hp) (H) (0)

Email :

No. of persons attending :

Amount : Cheque Number

Post-vaccination adviceAny injection may result in soreness, redness, swelling, itchingor burning at an injection site for 1 to 2 days. This is no causefor alarm. Should your child develop any of the symptoms, it isimportant to relieve their discomfort and:

- Give your child extra fluids to drink- Dress your child in light clothing- Give your child a dose of panadol- Sponge your child using room temperature water. This should

be done with all the clothing removed and apply the coolcompress to the forehead, nape of the neck, armpits and groin.Do not sponge the child for more than 15 minutes at a time.

Consult a doctor immediately if your child has any of the followingsymptoms:❥ Fever over 37.8 degree Celsius in child under 3 months; 38.3

degree Celsius if under 1 1/2 years old; 39.4 degree Celsius

if over 1 1/2 years old;❥ Signs of dehydration: increased thirst, infrequent dark urine,

dull eyes, dry skin and lips;❥ Child less active than usual, cranky, crying, has stiff neck;❥ Child stops making eye contact;❥ Seizure or rapid breathing;❥ Fever lasts more than 2 days despite medication

So to find out more about vaccinations for your child and the latestadvice on the newer vaccines, come to the forum “Raising HealthyChildren” organized by the National Healthcare Group Polyclinicson 5 August 2006. This forum will also educate you on betterparenting skills and paediatric nutrition.

Contributed by National Healthcare Group PolyclinicsSetting Higher Standards for Family Healthcare in the Community

Bishan-Toa PayohTown Council

www.btptc.org.sg

WINNERS for Quiz #57

Questions for Quiz #59

ENTRY RULES

1. Only HDB residents of Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC are eligible to participate and all entries must be made on the official entry form2. Each household is allowed to send in only one entry3. Councillors and employees of Bishan-Toa Payoh Town Council and their immediate families are not allowed to participate4. The judges' decision is final and no correspondence will be entertained5. Prizes will be awarded to the first 50 all correct entries drawn and winners will be notified by post6. Answers will be published in the next issue of Bishan-Toa Payoh Town Council News

Please send your entries on the back of an envelope to reach us before 31 July 2006

Address the envelope to: The Editor,The Quiz Corner (Quiz No. 59), BTPTC News,Blk 125A, #01-134, Lorong 2 Toa Payoh, Singapore 311125

IMPORTANT

The information disclosed by you to the Bishan-Toa Payoh Town Council (the Town Council) is being furnished voluntarily and on the basis that you consent

that it may be used by the Town Council and the Advisors of the Town Council (in their capacity as Advisors, Members of Parliament or in any other capacity

whatsoever for the purpose of communicating with you.

TRENDY T-SHIRTSto be WON!

TRENDY T-SHIRTSto be WON!


15QUIZ CORNER

Name the two new MPs in Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC.

1. 2.(Deadline: 31 July 2006)

Name : (Mr/Ms)

NRIC No :

Address :

(Postal)

Tel : (H) (O)

(Mobile) Email:

TRUE

Answers to Quiz#57

Answers to Quiz#57

1 Mr Wong Chew Fai2 Ms Chang Meng Lun3 Ms Teo Kai Ling4 Mdm Wong Boi Lang5 Mr Lai Moon Weng6 Ms Vivian Neo Pei Ling7 Mr Neo Hoi Leong8 Ms Lim Jee Heng9 Ms Lim See Wah10 Ms Liu Hui Ming11 Ms Phua Jok Lan12 Mrs Grace Ng13 Ms Hsu Siew Yang14 Mr Teo Choon Sing Simon15 Mr Yong Hok Khuen16 Ms Diana Koh Guet Ngoh17 Ms Zahariah Bte Ahmad

18 Ms Tay Jia Qi Reena19 Mr Yong Kim Lam20 Ms Goh Sok Kiang21 Mr Lim Jiu Hwee22 Ms Kumathavalli d/o R.D.Raj23 Lau Jing Jia24 Mdm Lim Pay Ling Pauline25 Ms Sherlyn Mark26 Ms Betty Lim Chwee Gek27 Mr Tan Thung Keat28 Mdm Kum Meng Ngoh29 Mr Yip Wai Lum30 Mr Teo Wee Yang31 Ms Mak Oi Leng32 Ms Wong Lai Kuan Katherine33 Mr Tan Kee Seng34 Ms Loh Yook Moey

35 Mr Tan Suan Wang36 Ms Yew Kwee Guek37 Ms Cher Meow King38 Ms Karen Chow39 Ms Ruth Cheng40 Ms Hui Lai Hoong41 Ms Li Jinmei42 Ms Lew Bee Kuan43 Ms Ling Shwu Fong44 Mr Ho Yew Ko45 Mr Kwek Twa Soong46 Mr Wu Leong Seng47 Mdm Angeline D/o RC Devadan48 Mr Tan Yong Kwee49 Mdm Puteh Binte Basari50 Ms Patricia P. Malika

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NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICE POST (NPP)Bishan 1800-258 9999Boon Teck 1800-254 9999Kim Keat 1800-252 9999Thomson 1800-452 9999

POLICE HOTLINE 1800-255 0000

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