KUCHING: Let the state Cabinet decide who will be the next mayor of Kuching South City Council (MBKS), said its present mayor Datuk James Chan (pic).
Chan who has been MBKS mayor for almost 11 years since 2008, said this as his appointment as mayor will end on August 31 this year.
“Let the state Cabinet decides who the next major will be. As for me, I leave it to them (state Cabinet) and as what my Muslim friends said, ‘God willing’ ,” Chan said when met by reporters at the closing of T-Baton at MBKS here, yesterday.
Chan also pointed out that whatever happened and as far as he is concerned, it is a duty to contribute to the people of Kuching city on behalf of the state government.
“The most important thing is the contribution. As for me, I have been appointed as the mayor for MBKS for 11 years and I think it is quite a long time. Nevertheless, I have served my part well by bringing this council to do whatever they are for the people of Kuching. That is the most important.
“Whoever is the next mayor, he /she must be a leader who is well prepared and to ensure that there is always something that can benefit the people in the city,” he said.
Besides, Chan also said one of the most important aspects for Kuching city is its safety and peaceful atmosphere so that the people can feel secured and live in peace with each other.
“For me, this is not an easy task to maintain especially with the current situation, perspective, political and social aspects as they have changed over the years,” he added.
During the event, 28 trainees of MBKS’ enforcement unit completed their T-Baton training course.
Chan in his speech said every officer needs to improve himself regularly.
“MBKS always supports and give chances to every staff to undergo training for self enhancement and improvement,” he added.
The training which focused on refraining and defensive strategies during confrontational situations while on duty especially for officers who are in charge of removing notices, banners and fishtails without obtaining the council’s permits and other complaints from city folk.
