JAKARTA A number of residents refused to "Helen's Live Bar" was opened at a hotel in the Srengseng Sawah area, Jagakarsa, South Jakarta, for selling liquor and near public spaces.
"It was Helen's who was clearly with the community, both RW 01 and 02, refused. They refused because it was clear that Helen's was selling alcohol," said Deputy Chairman of RW 02 Sawah Village, Achmad Fauzi, as reported by ANTARA, Tuesday, April 29.
Fauzi assessed that liquor (alcohol) has a negative impact on the younger generation and activities in nightclubs do not provide benefits.
He also admitted that he was worried about the fading of religious values, morals and other social norms that were contrary to the culture of the surrounding community.
Moreover, the nightclub is very close to schools, universities and houses of worship. Therefore, his party asked the local government to follow up.
"We question the urgency of the DKI Jakarta Tourism Office to give permission, without looking at the field first, for a fit test of the permit, then there is community culture and an educational and religious environment that seems to want to make a scene," he said.
Head of RW 01 Rahmat suggested that the hotel be used as a better place such as supermarkets.
"Agreed if Helen's was changed to a minimarket or mall, because it would benefit the community more," said Rahmat.
Contacted separately, Jagakarsa Sub-district Head Santoso ensured that he would continue to oversee the licensing process at the One Stop Integrated Service (PTSP).
"We ask Helen's to complete the licensing process in force in the Jakarta area and before it becomes complete, the permit is not to carry out activities," said Santoso.
Santoso emphasized that he would always respect the right of citizens to express opinions, including those related to the rejection of the entertainment venue.
Jagakarsa Police Chief Kompol Nurma Dewi stated that he was ready to secure conditions if later residents would hold demonstrations related to rejection.
"We have coordinated who and when they want to demo, if later the place is opened they want to demo," he said.
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