Spare a Thought

[Zappy]

Singaporean had many issues, for the so many commoners out there, we really have no choice, like it or not, this the place where we and our future generations will be staying. We could contribute to possible solutions to solves our woes.

 

Different people will have different views, that's probably a norm, people are bias and in-balance in nature, but that's what I think make living fun. If everyone's share the same view, probably, many of the conflicts and unhappiness will probably not surface at all.

 

I hope more will join in to brain storm for more ideas to solve our woes. This thread is not about who are you supporting, but what we wish the future elected to take note.

 

Transport: the MRT issue:

 

Most acknowledge crowded trains is an issue, many had suggested by adding more trains to solve the issue.

 

Mine view: Why can't feasibility studies be conducted to study the existing station's design. In mine view, the existing station's design had flaws, they are well design, but are not capable to handle demand from increased populations. The platform design limited the number of carriages a train can pull, thus, limited the numbers of passengers it can carry. Buying more new trains could solve the issue, but probably will cost more in future, as locomotives incurred running cost and they have a life span, and I am sure, with the global demand for resources rises, a new trains will probably going to cost more than present. Refitting existing stations with extended platforms to accommodate more carriages, should be more cost effective comparing to just buying new trains. I am no expert, I think for now, refitting existing stations and buying extra carriages, will probably cost lesser than buying a whole new fleet of trains. In a way, the cost of transportation could be keep in check.

 

 

 

[Mydotcom]

How many trains and carriages is enough ?

 

5, 6, 7 ?

 

The best way to alleviate transport problem, is to build mini orchard road and CBD in the heartlands.

 

This will spread traffic out across the island.

 

And by the way, the govt is already doing it now. Just wait patiently for the new MRT lines to be ready. They should help to alleviate this problem

 

MRT lines takes time to build.

[Grindcore888]

"ONLY way is to UP, UP RAISE the MRT tickets prices during PEAK HOURS... i.e. kill two birds with one stone

 

1) alleviate over-crowding, achieve higher revenue with less ridership

- those willing to Pay And Pay can enjoy more oxygen per train cabin

- who knows, you might jolly well grab a seat or two during peak hours....

 

2) lesser mortal can choose to take bus, increase bus ridership cheaper

- let the crowd buildup in bus ridership, then UP bus fare....

 

double whammy ahead....

 

overall MRT shareholder will have larger dividend payout."

 

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[Rosschang]

sud follow Tokyo JR, put 11 carriage~... lol

 

seriously, I was astound when I counted the number of carts...

[Good-Carbuyer]

Singaporean had many issues, for the so many commoners out there, we really have no choice, like it or not, this the place where we and our future generations will be staying. We could contribute to possible solutions to solves our woes.

 

Different people will have different views, that's probably a norm, people are bias and in-balance in nature, but that's what I think make living fun. If everyone's share the same view, probably, many of the conflicts and unhappiness will probably not surface at all.

 

I hope more will join in to brain storm for more ideas to solve our woes. This thread is not about who are you supporting, but what we wish the future elected to take note.

 

Transport: the MRT issue:

 

Most acknowledge crowded trains is an issue, many had suggested by adding more trains to solve the issue.

 

Mine view: Why can't feasibility studies be conducted to study the existing station's design. In mine view, the existing station's design had flaws, they are well design, but are not capable to handle demand from increased populations. The platform design limited the number of carriages a train can pull, thus, limited the numbers of passengers it can carry. Buying more new trains could solve the issue, but probably will cost more in future, as locomotives incurred running cost and they have a life span, and I am sure, with the global demand for resources rises, a new trains will probably going to cost more than present. Refitting existing stations with extended platforms to accommodate more carriages, should be more cost effective comparing to just buying new trains. I am no expert, I think for now, refitting existing stations and buying extra carriages, will probably cost lesser than buying a whole new fleet of trains. In a way, the cost of transportation could be keep in check.

Well done. I am proud of you. However, the Authority's replies to such feedback/sharing: 'Our observations shows the situation to be satisfactory'. How to further?

[Alim]

For MRT, increase train frequency.

 

For buses, open up to Pte Bus Operators.

 

For those who own cars and don't mind the "inconvenience", car pool and collect some tpt fees.

 

[Jman888]

the mrt was build in the 80s operates for more than 20 years and i guess it serve the purpose well until recently.

 

hence add carts is quite unlikely, more frequent yes but during the peak period, the waiting time has reduced to about 1 min, anything shorter than that will have safety issue.

 

Like one bro say, having offices in other part of the island would help, or even staggering schooling and working hours can reduce the traffic.

[Leok777]

Stop influx of FT?

[Jasonjst]

"ONLY way is to UP, UP RAISE the MRT tickets prices during PEAK HOURS... i.e. kill two birds with one stone

 

1) alleviate over-crowding, achieve higher revenue with less ridership

- those willing to Pay And Pay can enjoy more oxygen per train cabin

- who knows, you might jolly well grab a seat or two during peak hours....

 

2) lesser mortal can choose to take bus, increase bus ridership cheaper

- let the crowd buildup in bus ridership, then UP bus fare....

 

double whammy ahead....

 

overall MRT shareholder will have larger dividend payout."

 

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Wah lau , you can join Pay N Pay , they sure make u transport Ministar la .

[Shull]

Stop influx of FT?

 

I think more tweaking need to be done rather than just "Stop the influx of FT"

 

We must have a clear differentiation between the privileges of Citizens vs Foreigners. Right now, there is nothing that makes me special as compared to the PRs. In fact, the PR feels special because they can enjoy almost all the perks we have in Singapore, but have a country to return to when they earn enough here.