(Miri, 24th) Miri Mayor YB Adam Yii stated that the Miri City Council is continuously committed to innovation and improving public convenience, promoting a cashless payment approach for all services at the bureau's payment counters from the 27th of this month.
YB Adam Yii mentioned at a news conference following the bureau's monthly meeting that the bureau is encouraging the public to use cashless methods to pay all bills, in order to accelerate transaction processing, enhance security, and provide a seamless and efficient payment experience for all customers. By adopting cashless payments, the City Council seeks to streamline operations, reduce reliance on cash, and contribute to a safer and more sustainable economy.”
He also encourages the public to explore various available cashless payment methods. To receive billing assessments, taxpayers can subscribe through the following channels: Spay Global app, Service Sarawak website and app, and Paybills Malaysia website.
Additionally, he pointed out that to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Miri’s elevation, the bureau cordially invites and encourages all associations and organizations to organize events or programs, allowing the vibrant people of Miri to come together and make this milestone a memorable one.
“If associations or organizations plan to hold events or programs in 2025, they can share them with the community on the Miri City event calendar. Submissions can be made by scanning the provided QR code, filling out a Google form, and applications must be completed and submitted by April 15, 2025.”
He stated that the Miri City Council reserves the right to accept or reject any application based on its suitability and alignment with the goals of the event calendar, and submitting an application does not guarantee its inclusion in the event calendar; only approved events will be notified and subsequently recommended.
“The bureau welcomes applications from organizations and units and works together to make Miri’s event calendar vibrant and attractive! For any inquiries, please contact the Public Relations Department at 085-424111.”
He also mentioned that at the awards ceremony held on the 22nd of this month in Kuching, the Miri City Council won the Gold Award in the Local Government (City, Municipal, and BDA) category of the 11th Sarawak Premier Environment Award (PSEA) 2023/2024.
Furthermore, YB Adam Yii emphasized that the Miri City Council takes the installation of illegal advertisements seriously, as they have a negative impact on the image and appearance of Miri city, and any advertisements must be applied for with the bureau.
“Thus, the Miri City Council enforcement unit carried out operations from December 2024 to January 2025, removing a total of 201 damaged and unlicensed advertisement materials, particularly illegal money lending advertisements.”
He also mentioned that in conjunction with the fasting month of 2025, the Miri City Council will organize a Ramadan Bazaar from March 2 to March 28 at the Miri Indoor Stadium parking lot and New World Mart parking lot. It is expected to accommodate 200 stalls selling barbecues, prepared foods, ready-to-eat foods, and desserts.
“Interested vendors can go directly to the Public Health and Licensing Unit on the 1st floor of the Jalan Raja UTC building from January 27, 2025, to obtain limited registration forms, and submit the forms by February 13, 2025.”
He stated that the second session of this year's meet-the-public day will be held at 9 a.m. on February 7 at the Tamu Muhibbah。
He also encourages the public to explore various available cashless payment methods. To receive billing assessments, taxpayers can subscribe through the following channels: Spay Global app, Service Sarawak website and app, and Paybills Malaysia website.
Additionally, he pointed out that to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Miri’s elevation, the bureau cordially invites and encourages all associations and organizations to organize events or programs, allowing the vibrant people of Miri to come together and make this milestone a memorable one.
“If associations or organizations plan to hold events or programs in 2025, they can share them with the community on the Miri City event calendar. Submissions can be made by scanning the provided QR code, filling out a Google form, and applications must be completed and submitted by April 15, 2025.”
He stated that the Miri City Council reserves the right to accept or reject any application based on its suitability and alignment with the goals of the event calendar, and submitting an application does not guarantee its inclusion in the event calendar; only approved events will be notified and subsequently recommended.
“The bureau welcomes applications from organizations and units and works together to make Miri’s event calendar vibrant and attractive! For any inquiries, please contact the Public Relations Department at 085-424111.”
He also mentioned that at the awards ceremony held on the 22nd of this month in Kuching, the Miri City Council won the Gold Award in the Local Government (City, Municipal, and BDA) category of the 11th Sarawak Premier Environment Award (PSEA) 2023/2024.
Furthermore, YB Adam Yii emphasized that the Miri City Council takes the installation of illegal advertisements seriously, as they have a negative impact on the image and appearance of Miri city, and any advertisements must be applied for with the bureau.
“Thus, the Miri City Council enforcement unit carried out operations from December 2024 to January 2025, removing a total of 201 damaged and unlicensed advertisement materials, particularly illegal money lending advertisements.”
He also mentioned that in conjunction with the fasting month of 2025, the Miri City Council will organize a Ramadan Bazaar from March 2 to March 28 at the Miri Indoor Stadium parking lot and New World Mart parking lot. It is expected to accommodate 200 stalls selling barbecues, prepared foods, ready-to-eat foods, and desserts.
“Interested vendors can go directly to the Public Health and Licensing Unit on the 1st floor of the Jalan Raja UTC building from January 27, 2025, to obtain limited registration forms, and submit the forms by February 13, 2025.”
He stated that the second session of this year's meet-the-public day will be held at 9 a.m. on February 7 at the Tamu Muhibbah。