Marine Parade Town Council
was inaugurated on 5 July 1989 following the passage
of the Town Councils Act in 1988.
It took over the management of public housing
estates and related facilities within its boundaries
from the Housing and Development Board on 1 January
1990.
It has a total of 64,831 residential units under
its management. In addition, it also manages 3,466
commercial units comprising shops, hawker stalls
and market.
The Town's emblem was launched on 7 October 1993.
The emblem is a representation of the Town's primary
role, which entails the effective and efficient
management of the Town and its amenities.
It also encourages residents to manage their
own estates and living environment, as well as
creating opportunities for elected members to
develop and exercise their leadership skills.
Through the committee system of management, teams
of dedicated professionals participate in decision-making
process over a wide range of matters directly
affecting the standard and quality of their living
environment.
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