Nick McHugh Today Online 2 Aug 13;
I wrote regarding the condition of the old Keretapi Tanah Melayu railway track, in “Take action before we lose our Rail Corridor” (July 9).
I am pleased to say that the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) must have taken immediate action, as the track was noticeably clear the next weekend.
In the weeks following, the felled trees have been moved to the side, a portable site office that was in the middle of the track has been shifted, grass has been cut and even some gravel has been laid in areas that were damaged by heavy vehicles.
The track is now in great shape, and I have passed hundreds of people walking and cycling on the southern half. I cannot speak for the northern end, but I am impressed with the speed at which the SLA dealt with the minor issues.
I was the first to complain, so I will be the first to thank the SLA.
I hope it will continue to protect the Rail Corridor.
The track need not be perfect. I think that many people enjoy it because it is not groomed; it feels as if one is no longer in the city.
My point in my first letter was less about the condition of the track, more about blockages. It only has to be usable.
