Funds to improve facilities at Pangsapuri Seroja but other problems remain

Lim (in red vest) presenting a contribution to the residents association of Pangsapuri Seroja.

AFTER enduring substandard living conditions and multiple water supply cuts, residents of Pangsapuri Seroja in Laman Rimbunan, Kepong, are hoping for better days ahead.

The apartments’ residents association received a RM5,000 allocation from Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng to be used to improve facilities and living conditions.

The residents have gone through a difficult period because of poor building management.

Resident James Sia, 47, who assumed the building manager role last year, said the previous management had neglected the maintenance of the water pumps, leading to significant water wastage that caused the residents’ monthly bills to sky-rocket.

“Residents became angry and refused to pay their bills, resulting in Air Selangor shutting off the water supply to the building.

“Last year, the community assumed control of building management and held discussions with residents on ways to improve our living conditions.”

Sia said there had been gradual improvements, such as fixed water pumps as well as residents transitioning from shared to individual meters.

“Nearly 95% of our residents have switched to individual meters, allowing them to pay Air Selangor directly and avoid higher tariffs or supply disconnection because of overdue payments,” he added.

At a press conference, Lim said he would continue to assist Pangsapuri Seroja residents in any way possible.

“There are other problems that need to be addressed, such as the parking lot becoming a dumping ground for industrial waste and damage to roads because of the heavy vehicles transporting waste.

“This is illegal as the compound of the apartment is private land.

“Regarding this issue, I will consult Kuala Lumpur City Hall and the relevant departments to find a solution,” he said.