Thunderstorm Uproot Old Trees In Phase 1 Taman Desa

A massive thunderstorm on Labour Day (1st May 2011) evening uprooted trees along Jalan Desa Permai, Puncak Desa and Linkungan Desa. The uprooted tree at Jalan Desa Permai damaged 3 vehicles parked outside houses whilst the tree which fell at Puncak Desa damaged a vehicle parked along the road. The tree which fell at Lingkungan did not cause any damage.

In addition to the damage to cars, the Jalan Desa Permai tree also caused damage to power cables. To prevent electrocution to the workers cleaning up, power supply to the area had to be cut-off. The Bomba was the first to respond and cleared the roads for traffic to flow. DBKL crew then came by at approximately 7.45pm to start clearing the felled trees. Tenaga Nasional Berhad arrived at approximately 10.00pm and wanted to leave to return later. They were however convinced by Committee Members to stay and wait as dinner was provided for all of them.

Clearing of the fallen trees was completed at approximately 2.30am and power was restored to affected homes by 3.00am.

Committee members were on scene throughout the clearing up work to render whatever assistance possible to those affected by the falling trees.

TDP1RA Committee

Letter of Appreciation from Phase 1 Residents

30th May 2011: Letter of appreciation issued by residents of Phase 1 to TDP1RA committee.

TRESPASSING OF TDRA COMMUNITY HALL

11th May 2011: Please find enclose letter from TDRA signed by William Chan addressed to Kawasan Rukun Tetangga Taman Desa.

Rukun Tetangga Committee members been locked out of meeting room.

Dear Residents please provide your comment and views with regards the letter that been issued by TDRA.

TDRA Committee

ENHANCING TAMAN DESA PHASE 1 SECURITY - UPDATE

29th April 2011- As mentioned in our earlier circular to Residents and Subscribers, your Committee has been actively reviewing the above matter since taking over Phase 1 Security.

The performance of Tuah Guard (M) Sdn Bhd the service provider although extended was reviewed and several meetings were held since 1 April 2011. After much deliberation and consideration by both parties, Tuah Guard has decided to withdraw as a Service Provider and their withdrawal has been accepted by the Committee. Tuah Guard will be withdrawing its manpower effective 12.00am, 1 May 2011.

During Tuah Guard’s tenure as Service Provider there was only a single break-in reported in Phase 1 involving a non-subscriber and Tuah Guard personnel had thwarted several attempts of car thefts and potential break-ins. The Committee takes this opportunity to record its appreciation and thanks to Tuah Guard for its services rendered over the last 13 months.

Replacing Tuah Guard is Perisai Sepadu Security Sdn Bhd (Perisai). Perisai has agreed to a more stringent Service Level Warranty at a slightly higher rate of RM6.30 per hour inclusive of 6% Government Service Tax. The guards are 100% Malaysian and comply with the Security Act as well as guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

With effect from 1 May 2011 onwards, the manpower configuration shall be as follows:

6.00am to 10.00pm – 7 guards

10.00pm to 6.00am – 4 guards

Mobile patrolling shall be carried out together with clocking at selected locations throughout the day with increased frequencies at night.

Moving ahead, the Gate Pass System for vehicles without valid stickers will be implemented with effect from 1 June 2011. With this implementation, guards at posts WILL NOT just open the gates without first checking vehicles for a valid car sticker. As such residents are requested to exercise patience when approaching entry points into Phase 1.

Between now and 1 June 2011, the Committee is working to re-install the CCTV system at all Guard Posts which was previously removed by TDRA. The Committee has written to TDRA for the return and re-installation of the equipment. Regrettably, TDRA has chosen to remain silent and not respond to us up until now.

Nevertheless, the Committee has decided that regardless of TDRA’s action or inaction, the CCTV system need to be in place and shall endeavor to have it up and running. The Committee shall also be seeking legal counsel on this matter as the equipment was purchased by TDRA using funds collected from Phase 1 residents.

We shall keep you updated on this matter from time to time and we thank those who have subscribed and paid for their support. For those who have yet to subscribe, we look forward to your support to make Phase 1 Taman Desa a safer place to live and be part of the Community.

TDP1RA Committee

Taman Desa Phase 1 Residents Dialogue

The above event was held on Saturday, 16 April 2011 at the Taman Desa Community Hall. The event was jointly organized by the Rukun Tetangga Taman Desa (KRTTD) and the newly registered Taman Desa Phase 1 Residents Association (TDP1RA). The Saturday afternoon and the rain earlier in the afternoon did not dampen the spirit. It was indeed encouraging to have a total registration of 80 odd residents.

The residents were briefed of the background and plans of the KRTTD and TDP1RA. Interestingly, some basic demographic statistics were also presented for the first time ever to the residents. KRTTD is a Government Sponsored Organization which comes under the supervision of the Department Of Unity & National Integration which is directly under the purview of the Prime Minister’s Office whilst TDP1RA is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). The primary focus of TDP1RA is Phase 1 Security & Safety. KRTTD’s focus is on Communal Programs for Taman Desa Residents and to support the Security with the Volunteer Patrolling Scheme.

Mr Siva, the Chairman of KRTTD also informed that KRTTD will be holding an Official Launch of KRTTD on 18 June 2011 at Jalan Desa Setia (the same venue of the recent Street Party). Invitations have been sent out to the Minister In The Prime Ministers’ Department as well as the Minister Of Federal Territories. Indicatively, both Ministers’ offices have given a favorable response.

The Committees of KRTTD and TDP1RA in response a question raised by participants stated that neither Organization have plans to take over the management of the Playground & Soccer Field together with the Community Centre (collectively known as the Padang) although it is officially classified under Phase 1. Both Committees had deliberated the matter and it was felt that the immediate attention and focus should be on Security & Safety. The Padang is a common facility that should be enjoyed by all. However some residents were shocked when informed that TDRA charges the KRTTD RM20.00 per hour for the usage of the Meeting Room and RM150.00 for the usage of the Community Hall.

The TDP1RA Committee also reported that since 2 April 2011 when Committee members started “street walking” to collect subscription for Security Services, a total of more than 150 subscribers have signed up and paid. Approximately 87% of the subscribers have opted for the 1 year subscription which comes with a 1 month discount.

ASP Ravin from the Brickfields District Police was gracious to give a talk on Crime Prevention. Among matters raised, he highlighted the fact that Security starts with the Individual and the Community collectively. He also impressed on the need for Self-Help Security Programs.

The local Bomba from the Klang Lama Station was also present to give residents a hands-on appreciation of fire prevention and a demonstration on basic fire fighting. Residents at the Playground during that time had the benefit of witnessing the demonstration.

The event finally ended with a simple buffet dinner for all those present and the last participants left at 9.00pm.

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Return and Handing Over of Taman Desa Phase 1 CCTV Equipment

TDP1RA have officially written to TDRA on 13th April 2011 for the return and handover of the CCTV Systems that were remove by TDRA on 16th February 2011 from 5 guard post in Phase 1. We feel the need to bring the matter to a final closure & may whatever has happened be left as a milestone in history.

TDP1RA Committee

TDP1RA New House Badge

15th April 2011: Dear Fellow Residents, Please be informed that the existing house sticker is NOT VALID anymore.

We will be issuing the new house badge soon to residents that paid the security subscription fees. Looking forward your fullest cooperation in subscribing the security scheme to make our taman a safer place to live. Every resident should play their role in helping this scheme successful.

Thank you, TDP1RA Committee