Building Cleaner Neighbourhoods, One Step at a Time
Over the past six months, Ang Mo Kio Town Council (AMKTC) staff have been making a meaningful difference—one piece of litter at a time.
Since November 2024, AMKTC’s seven divisions’ property teams, namely Ang Mo Kio-Hougang, Cheng San-Seletar, Fernvale, Jalan Kayu, Kebun Baru, Yio Chu Kang and Teck Ghee have been organising monthly litter-picking activities every last Friday of the month, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. These sessions, led by AMKTC’s General Manager/Secretary Mr Ho Juan San, brought together 30 to 40 AMKTC Team Members each time, all committed to helping keep our shared spaces clean and beautiful.
At the close of this initiative in April 2025, a total of 138 kilograms of litter had been picked across Ang Mo Kio GRC, Kebun Baru SMC and Yio Chu Kang SMC.
Beyond numbers, these sessions nurtured friendships and teamwork among AMKTC Team Members. After each round of picking, AMKTC Team Members gathered over hearty dinners—whether zi char, McDonald's or pizza—to bond and reflect on the shared mission to keep our neighbourhood clean.
Everyone’s Estate, Everyone’s Responsibility
The spirit behind this monthly effort was clear: cleanliness is a shared responsibility. As AMKTC’s General Manager/Secretary Mr Ho Juan San shared:
“The monthly litter-picking event is a natural extension of our monthly AMKTC Team activities. I wanted a meaningful way for colleagues to contribute to the community while building team spirit. The biggest takeaway is realising just how vital our cleaners' roles are—and how estate inspections and personal responsibility together keep our homes clean.”
Moving forward, AMKTC plans to involve not just staff, but also community partners, schools, families, and resident volunteers. Mr Ho added:
“Inspired by the strong participation so far, we hope more residents will join us to make our estate the cleanest in Singapore!"”
He also called on residents, especially the younger generation, to embrace civic responsibility:
“Creating a clean environment is a joint responsibility. If everyone disposes of waste responsibly, we can make a big impact on our homes.”
Stories of Dedication: Voices from Our Volunteers
For many AMKTC Team Members, these activities were more than just a clean-up—they were an opportunity to deepen their connection to the community.
Sandra Choo, Customer Service Officer, who attended all seven sessions, said:
“I wanted to get to know the estates better and support this meaningful cause. It’s also a great bonding experience for us. I feel fulfilled after every session, knowing we are keeping the community clean together.”
Mohamed Hanapiah, Horticulture Officer, shared similar sentiments:
“Management of public spaces is essential, just like tree pruning. Litter-picking helps us understand the challenges firsthand. Volunteering alongside my peers made it even more fulfilling.”
Their reflections remind us that every action, no matter how small, contributes to the larger goal of keeping Ang Mo Kio clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!
Our heartfelt thanks to every AMKTC Team Members who participated over the past six months—and to all residents who continue to play their part to keep our estates clean every day. Clean estates are a reflection of our shared pride and responsibility.
Stay tuned for more opportunities to join future litter-picking sessions and community initiatives!
Together, we can keep Ang Mo Kio beautiful for generations to come. 🌳🧹
[Chinese]
自2024年11月起，宏茂桥市镇理事会的员工每逢月底最后一个星期五，都会在辖区内七个分区开展一小时的捡拾垃圾活动。截至2025年4月，累计收集垃圾达138公斤。在何远山先生的带领下，这项清洁活动不仅增强了团队凝聚力，也强调了维护社区整洁是大家共同的责任。市镇理事会诚邀居民、学校与志愿者参与未来的清洁日行动，齐心协力将宏茂桥打造成全新加坡最整洁的社区。
[Malay]
Sejak November 2024, kakitangan AMKTC menjalankan aktiviti mengutip sampah selama satu jam pada setiap Jumaat akhir bulan. Aktiviti ini meliputi tujuh kawasan, dan telah mengumpul 138 kg sampah setakat April 2025. Pasukan pembersihan ini diketuai oleh En. Ho Juan San, dan berusaha untuk menggalakkan komuniti menjaga kebersihan bandar kita bersama-sama. Majlis Bandaran mengajak penduduk, termasuk sekolah dan sukarelawan hadir ke sesi yang akan datang, untuk bersama-sama membersihkan estet Ang Mo Kio di Singapura.
[Tamil]
நவம்பர் 2024 முதல் ஏப்ரல் 2025 வரை, AMKTC ஊழியர்கள் ஒவ்வொரு மாதமும் கடைசி வெள்ளிக்கிழமை அன்று ஒரு மணிநேரம் செலவு செய்து ஏழுப் பிரிவுகளில் சுமார் 138 கிலோ குப்பை சேகரித்திருக்கிறார்கள். திரு ஹோ ஹூவான் சான் (Mr Ho Juan San) அவர்களால் வழிநடத்தப்பட்ட இந்தத் துப்புரவு முயற்சி குழுவுணர்வை ஏற்படுத்தியதோடு நமது அக்கம்பக்கத்தை நேர்த்தியாக வைத்துக்கொள்ளவேண்டும் என்ற பகிரப்பட்ட பொறுப்புணர்வை முன்னிலைப்படுத்தியது. நகர மன்றம் இப்போது குடியிருப்பாளர்களை, பள்ளிகளை மற்றும் தன்னார்வலர்களை எதிர்வரும் அமர்வுகளில் கலந்துகொண்டு அங் மோ கியோவை சிங்கப்பூரிலேயே மிகத் தூய்மையான பேட்டையாக மாற்றுவதற்கு உதவுமாறு அழைப்பு விடுக்கிறது.