I AM annoyed with the Perak government’s attitude over what is an unpopular move on its part (”More against renaming of Jalan Silibin in Ipoh” — NST, Nov 17).

What part of’ “no” do they not understand?

This renaming exercise (replacing Jalan Silibin with Jalan Patto) is wrong.

And there is no point in seeking more views and comments from the public.

What a further waste of money. Money that could be spent on the growing rubbish problem and the dengue menace, for a start.

And what if there is another resounding “no” to change of name?

Will the state government finally accept the public’s decision then?

Or will we be subjected to another round of views and comments, till it gets the answer it wants?

Our road names are not to be held to ransom.

Apart from the obvious cost and inconvenience involved, we do not wish to start an unhealthy precedent, whereby a new administration commences to stamp its identity and mark on all things that we hold dear.

By all means, honour the politician, but keep your hands off our landmarks.

MARIAM MOKHTAR, Ipoh

Source: NST – November 20, 2008