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Tanjung Bungah residents await decision on Sore Thumb park plan
A community group in Penang has called for clarity on a proposed park development after submitting detailed plans to authorities more than two months ago. Despite multiple follow-ups, residents say they have yet to receive an official response on the project.
LSN Malaysia ·
Residents of Tanjung Bungah have grown frustrated with the lack of progress on a community park proposal that was formally submitted to local authorities on February 10. The detailed project plan was prepared by resident representatives who have since made repeated attempts to obtain feedback from relevant government bodies.
The proposed Sore Thumb park has garnered significant support from the residential community, with backers describing it as a much-needed public space for the neighbourhood. However, the absence of official communication regarding the proposal's status has left residents uncertain about next steps and timelines for potential development.
Community members have emphasized the importance of transparency in the decision-making process, noting that extended delays without communication have hindered their ability to plan further engagement or modifications to the proposal. The situation highlights ongoing challenges some Malaysian communities face when navigating local government approval processes for civic improvement projects.
Authorities have not yet issued a public statement regarding the Sore Thumb park proposal or provided an estimated timeline for a formal decision.