Story by Nazleen Najeeb
Pix by Ahmad Adil Muhamad
THE Seberang Perai Municipal Council (MPSP) recently announced that it made a surplus revenue of more than RM2.7 million last year merely by emphasising prudent spending.
MPSP president Maimunah Mohd Sharif in her speech at the corporate assembly on Aug 7 said income for the council for 2013 amounted to RM197,069,228 with total expenditure of RM199,811,772, leaving a surplus of RM2,742,544.
“In reducing costs (expenses), MPSP will always ensure the quality of services rendered is not affected,” she added.
As with most local councils which always face financial demands, Maimunah said she will continue to find ways and means to reduce costs and increase revenue.
All contracts should have added value and generate lucrative outcome while the overall departmental authorities should boost collecting returns and practise saving, added Maimunah.
Also present at the gathering were MPSP secretary Rozali Mohamud and MPSP councillors.
Maimunah also listed out the ongoing flood mitigation and drainage upgrading projects implemented by MPSP at a total cost of more than RM10 million.
Among the areas involved are Taman Machang Bubuk, Jalan Kampung Baru, Taman Sri Nibong and Taman Siakap.
