One of the most prominent changes is along a stretch of Eng Hoon Street, which has been permanently pedestrianised.
The street, previously for cars, has been converted into a footpath and painted red and white with a special anti-slip finish.Most residents told CNA the changes have made the area safer.
“I walk to go back home at night after work. It is very easy to walk,” said another resident, gesturing to the wide path.Benches have also been placed along the street for residents and visitors to rest and gather. “People will sit here and drink, talk very loudly and smoke. That is not nice as there are families here who need to rest and sleep,” said Ms Joy, who was a Tiong Bahru resident for 15 years before getting married and moving out.
“The works bring us closer to our goal of a more inclusive and car-lite future, as we build more pedestrian-friendly community spaces for walking and cycling, and community use,” she said.
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