And So it Continues...

It is strange that there is still discussion of En Bloc in Pandan Valley, especially considering the ongoing recession. There was an interesting and telling article in the Straits Times a few days ago, you can find it at this website:

http://luxuryasiahome.wordpress.com/2009/09/05/en-bloc-fever-or-jitters

But more to the point, on Pandan Valley itself: most residents cannot imagine living anywhere better, last June ST even identified Pandan Valley as one of Singapore's architectural landmarks (see article linked to the picture under "Our Home") and yet some amongst us are still persevering towards a collective sale.

The question in this regard is not why they are doing so, they must have their reasons, however justified or not. The real question is, where are the people who want to stay? Why are our voices not heard more? Why do so few of us attend the Collective Sale EOGMs? Why does no one query the exorbitant cost of organising EOGMs in the first place?

There is going to be another EOGM at the end of this month. While one does not need to assist the 30% quorum being reached for the meeting to begin - if the meeting goes ahead anyway, those who care should attend to ensure that their interests are recorded, and voices heard. And most importantly, to make sure that the Collective Sales Committee understands that they have a legal duty to act in good faith for all our interests. It is not just the interests of those who wish to sell that the CSC is duty-bound to represent. They need to be made aware of this, and made aware that there are many amongst us who will ensure that they are held to this duty.

In the mean time - the stayers should support the Management Council and their endeavours. They work to make Pandan Valley a better place for all of us, and should be encouraged in this work.