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Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Nga: 12 ‘Madani recreational parks' in Ipoh to complete by July
IPOH, July 27 — The development of 12 MADANI Recreational Parks (TRM) around Ipoh, involving an allocation of RM5.4 million, is expected to be fully completed by the end of July, demonstrating the government's commitment to providing conducive recreational spaces for the public. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the TRM projects were implemented by the Ipoh City Council (MBI) after receiving the allocation from the ministry. He said each park was developed at a cost of RM450,000, with the Canning MADANI Recreational Park among those completed in the city. 'Under the ministry, we have a vision of 1,000 parks, comprising 1,000 community parks and open spaces in residential areas, to allow local communities to enjoy greener, more beautiful and cleaner public parks in line with the MADANI economic framework. 'In line with the MADANI government's aspirations, we aim to build a nation that is sustainable, competitive, innovative and prosperous. The people's well-being is our priority,' he said. Nga said this at a press conference after officiating the Canning MADANI Recreational Park and launching the Ipoh City Council (MBI)-Kuala Lumpur Kepong Bhd (KLK) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme here today. Earlier, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between KLK and MBI to collaborate in maintaining seven TRMs around Ipoh for two years. Nga said KLK's teams would visit the parks every two weeks to carry out fertilising, pesticide application, grass cutting and other maintenance work. 'The seven TRMs that will be maintained by KLK are Woodland Park 1 Tambun, Woodland Park 2 Tambun, Canning, Bandar Baru Putra, Westpool Park, Pengkalan Barat and First Garden. This is an initial step. 'This collaboration is a good initiative, and I hope more major companies will come forward to contribute their energy and service in building a clean, green, prosperous, peaceful and harmonious Ipoh,' he said. — Bernama
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
St. Pete ranks No. 1 in Florida, No. 14 nationally for parks
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — As a testament to the city's ongoing dedication to parkland preservation, St. Petersburg is once again receiving national recognition by ranking No. 1 in Florida and No. 14 in the nation in the 2025 ParkScore index by the Trust for Public Land. The ParkScore index is an assessment of the 100 largest U.S. cities based on criteria such as park access, acreage, amenities, equity, and investment. St. Pete earned especially high marks in equity and investment, receiving a score of 78 out of 100 in both categories. 'This recognition reflects our long-standing commitment to building an inclusive and vibrant parks system that supports wellness, sustainability, and community,' said Mike Jefferis, Community Enrichment Administrator. 'Our parks are more than just green spaces, they are vital community hubs that offer something for everyone, from outdoor fitness to family-friendly events to places that provide a connection to nature.' Notably, 75% of the city's residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park, highlighting the city's Parks and Recreation Department's tireless efforts to create accessible, community-centered green spaces for the general public. In this year's rankings, St. Pete outperformed several cities traditionally known for their outdoor lifestyle, including Austin, San Diego, and Atlanta. This recognition reflects the city's deep investment in the health, happiness, and well-being of its residents, and solidifies St. Pete as a leader in parks and recreation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
