The Secretary for Development, Mr Michael Wong, visited Sai Kung District this afternoon (September 28) to learn more about the latest developments and needs of the community. He also met with local District Council members to exchange views on district matters.
      
     Accompanied by the Chairman of the Sai Kung District Council, Mr George Ng, and the District Officer (Sai Kung), Mr David Chiu, Mr Wong was briefed by the Director of Drainage Services, Mr Edwin Tong, and the Head of the Civil Engineering Office, Mr Ricky Lau, on the progress of the feasibility study on relocation of the Sai Kung Sewage Treatment Works (STW) to caverns, as well as the preliminary comprehensive development study for the future planning of the STW's existing site and its vicinity.
      
     Mr Wong was also briefed by Mr Tong on damage to the STW brought about by Super Typhoon Mangkhut and the progress of the repair works.
      
     Mr Wong then proceeded to Sai Kung Town Centre to gain a better understanding of its latest developments. He also inspected various short-term enhancement works along the waterfront promenade, such as the reinstatement of paving blocks, railings and plant.
      
     Before concluding the visit, Mr Wong met with members of Sai Kung District Council to listen to their views and suggestions on the work of the Government, and they exchanged views on residents' issues of concern.

Ends/Friday, September 28, 2018
Issued at HKT 18:40

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