[Meet-the-People Session]
1. There were not so many cases at my Meet-the-People Session (MPS) this evening at Hougang Blk 414. Maybe it was because Hari Raya Puasa and Deepavali are around the corner. Maybe it was because of the haze. As a result, the number of residents who came were outnumbered by my helpers.

2. After the GE, we have completely revamped the MPS at both Hougang Blk 414 and Bedok Reservoir Blk 713. With the help of senior grassroots leaders (Anthony, Chin Mong, Victor, Johari and Terry), cases are now seen more quickly. Usually by 10.30pm, we are able to close shop. We've bought a TV set at each location to entertain those waiting to see me. Mineral water is also provided. To improve service quality, all of us wear name badges. Bee Lan, the Branch Secretary, has been a most effective change manager. The youngsters who've joined us are a breath of fresh air.

3. Before MPS, I had dinner with members of the Hougang Merchant Association at a chicken rice shop near Hougang Mall which serves a plate at $2. Good and cheap. We ordered vegetables as well. Hougang Mall and the surrounding shops are seeing more shoppers traffic now. It is a sign of the improving economy. Car parking has become a problem especially during weekends. We'll have to think of a way to ameliorate the congestion.