Photo courtesy of Forever Break

 

Pattaya is taking decisive steps to address its urban challenges, aiming to enhance the quality of life for residents and tourists alike. Under the leadership of Mayor Poramet Ngampichet, the city has launched two major initiatives: “Khun Kak, Rao Kep” (You Claim, We Clean) and “Khun Jod, Rao Jap” (You Park, We Arrest).

 

These campaigns focus on cleaning up public spaces and alleviating traffic congestion. "You Claim, We Clean" seeks to reclaim public areas currently occupied by private businesses, repurposing them for community benefits like fire sub-stations to improve safety.

 

Traffic congestion, a longstanding issue in Pattaya, is being tackled with the "You Park, We Arrest" campaign. This initiative involves collaboration between city officials and traffic police to enforce stricter parking regulations. A pilot zone from Wat Chai Mongkhon Road to Suesarn Intersection has been designated to reduce road congestion and enhance safety.

 

 

 

"This is just the beginning," Mayor Poramet stated, highlighting Pattaya’s aspirations to become a Smart City—cleaner, safer, and more organised. The approach includes public awareness campaigns to educate people about communal responsibilities and traffic laws.

 

These initiatives represent a broader move among Thailand’s tourist hubs to curb disorder and promote livability. By addressing street clutter and unlawful parking, Pattaya is paving the way for a smarter, more inviting future, sending a clear message that such infractions will no longer be tolerated, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-27

 

 

Ah, the annual street scrubbing ahead of Songkran..... ? 

Waiting with bated breath for the sudden disappearance of illegally constructed restaurants, and the construction of a plethora of fire stations, or even sub-stations.

 

What even is a fire sub-station - probably a bamboo shack housing a bloke with his sidecar, and a passed its use by date 3kg fire extinguisher?

Pattaya seems defined by Walking Street.  Any public initiative starts (and ends) with a photo of police on this iconic location.

22 hours ago, mikebell said:

Pattaya seems defined by Walking Street.  Any public initiative starts (and ends) with a photo of police on this iconic location.

Fair enough, let all the tourists pour and remain in that area and leave somewhere else for us Expats to go!

Clean up should start in the building located at Beach Rd end of soi 9........