[Reservoir Village Fish Release]
1. The five of us MPs of Aljunied GRC took part in a fish release ceremony at Bedok Reservoir last Saturday morning. It took place on the floating platform recently constructed by PUB. The weather was perfect with a light, cool breeze blowing. At the appointed hour and minute, we poured out the green carp from jars, big and small. This year, we encouraged maximum participation. For $8, you could get an Ikea glass jar with two fish. We raised some $15,000 for the Straits Times Pocket Money Fund. This is the second year we released fish into Bedok Reservoir which is becoming a 'happening place'. We'll make it an annual Lunar New Year tradition for Aljunied GRC.







2. I took the opportunity to unveil the new name for the shopping area nearby - Reservoir Village. It has a nice ring to it and will become a centre of attraction. In the past, the shops nearest the water ironically fetched the lowest rentals. That was because PUB did not want to many activities at the reservoir. With membrane technology, PUB is much more confident that we can have our water and drink it too. In the future, the locations nearest the lake will be the most prime. In April, work to upgrade Reservoir Village will begin. We'll open up vistas to the water so that those who go there to shop or eat will naturally be drawn to the water.



3. The reservoir will become more and more a hub of community life. We must cherish it, ensure water safety, keep the park clean and secure. This will also enhance the value of the nearby flats and condos.

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