BEKASI CITY – Public space facilities for interaction are greatly needed by the community in Jatiasih District. The discourse on the construction of Jatiasih Plaza, located in front of Jatiasih District, is gaining momentum again.

A member of the Bekasi City Regional House of Representatives questioned the realization of the construction of Jatiasih Plaza, which had been proposed since three years ago, during a Budget Deliberation meeting with the Regional Apparatus Organizations.

“Back then, I proposed the construction of Jatiasih Plaza to the Department of Housing, Settlement Areas, and Land Transportation. That is the face of my Jatiasih District,” he said.

He was somewhat angered upon hearing that the proposed budget for the construction of Jatiasih Plaza was removed by the Department.

“That construction only costs Rp2 billion. I asked and was told it was removed, so I want to know who removed it,” he stated.

Separately, the Head of Jatiasih District, confirmed that the budget plan for the construction of Jatiasih Plaza field had been proposed since three years ago.

“So far, it’s been three years since the proposal was made with no realization, because some repair work on the Jatiasih field was only handled by the Urban Road Care team of the Public Works Department. We hope for integrated repairs and arrangements such as a Jogging track so that the community is enthusiastic about using the Jatiasih field,” he said.

According to him, the budget for the construction of Jatiasih Plaza was not removed, but may not have entered the priority scale set by the Bekasi City Government.

“Actually, it wasn’t removed; it’s a matter of priorities, it’s not a priority. From our perspective, if possible, the facilities in the District should be improved to become a center for community interaction,” he said.

The party admitted that they are still communicating with the relevant Regional Apparatus Organizations regarding the construction of the Jatiasih Plaza field.

“We communicate well, but it again comes back to whether the funding source is available and whether it becomes a priority. That goes back to the local government’s budget team,” he concluded.

Jatiasih District

Jatiasih is a district located in the city of Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia. Historically, it was part of Bekasi’s expansion from a regency into a major metropolitan area, developing significantly from the late 20th century onward. Today, it is primarily known as a densely populated residential and commercial suburb of Jakarta.

Jatiasih Plaza

Jatiasih Plaza is a modern shopping center located in the Jatiasih district of Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia. It was developed to serve the growing suburban community and has become a popular local hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment. While it does not have a long historical significance, its establishment reflects the rapid commercial and residential development of the Greater Jakarta area in recent decades.

Bekasi City Regional House of Representatives

The Bekasi City Regional House of Representatives (DPRD Kota Bekasi) is the local legislative body for the Indonesian city of Bekasi. It was established following the city’s official formation in 1997, separating from the Bekasi Regency. The institution is responsible for creating local regulations, budgeting, and overseeing the municipal government’s executive branch.

Department of Housing, Settlement Areas, and Land Transportation

This is not a cultural site but a government administrative body, likely from a Spanish-speaking country. Such departments typically manage urban planning, public housing policies, and transportation infrastructure. Their history is tied to modern governmental efforts in urban development and public welfare, though specific origins would depend on the particular nation.

Urban Road Care team

The Urban Road Care Team is not a traditional cultural site but a modern municipal service initiative focused on maintaining and repairing city infrastructure. These teams are typically part of local government public works departments, responsible for ensuring road safety and quality. Their history is tied to the development of modern urban management and the ongoing need to maintain public transportation networks.

Public Works Department

The Public Works Department (PWD) is a government agency, not a single cultural site, responsible for the construction and maintenance of public infrastructure like roads, buildings, and water systems. Its history is tied to the expansion of state administration, with many former British colonies establishing such departments during the 19th century to implement large-scale architectural and engineering projects.

Bekasi City Government

The Bekasi City Government is the administrative body governing Bekasi, a major industrial and residential hub in West Java, Indonesia. It was officially established as an autonomous city separate from the Bekasi Regency in 1997, though the area’s history dates back to the 5th-century Tarumanagara Kingdom. Today, it manages one of the most populous and rapidly developing municipalities in the Jakarta metropolitan area.