The government-appointed manager of Wang Fuk Court, On On Management Limited, will hold a special owners’ meeting on July 19 at 11:00 a.m. across four separate locations via synchronized broadcast. This decision follows a Land Tribunal ruling that rejected the management firm’s request to delay the meeting, which had been demanded by owners following a fire at the estate.
Meeting logistics and venue distribution
On On Management Limited announced on July 4 that the meeting will take place at the Tai Po Community Centre, Kai Tak Community Hall, Aberdeen Kai-fong Welfare Association Social Service Centre (Wah Kwai Community Hall), and Tin Shui Wai Tin Fai Road Community Hall. Owners must submit their venue preferences through the company’s website between now and July 15 at 11:00 a.m.
The management firm stated that because venues have limited capacity, owners should rank three preferred locations. If a site exceeds its capacity, the company will use a lottery system to assign attendance locations. According to the firm, this arrangement aims to accommodate owners living in different districts.
Resident concerns regarding meeting format
The decision to split the meeting across four locations has drawn criticism from residents, who question how meaningful discussion can take place in a broadcast-only format. Some residents fear the structure prevents real-time interaction, with one resident from Hong Chi House describing the move as an attempt to avoid having owners gather in one place.
When contacted for details regarding the meeting’s interactivity, a staff member at On On Management Limited stated they were unaware of the specific arrangements and had no comment. Residents have expressed concern that the lack of a unified venue effectively prevents them from speaking or voting in a traditional manner, with one resident questioning if viewing a broadcast can truly be considered an owners’ meeting.
What happens next
The meeting is set to address several outstanding issues, including the progress of insurance claims, the transition from the former Owners’ Corporation, and the contractual status of the project consultant, Hung Ngai Architectural Consultant Limited, and the general contractor, Wang Yip Construction Engineering Limited. Following the July 19 meeting, the estate’s future direction will likely depend on whether the owners accept the financial reports and the progress updates provided by the management firm. If residents remain dissatisfied with the meeting format or the outcomes, further legal or administrative challenges regarding the estate’s management could potentially follow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the special owners’ meeting being held?
Following a fire at Wang Fuk Court, owners signed a petition demanding a meeting to discuss issues including major renovation funds, financial status, and the status of contractors.
How can owners choose their meeting location?
Owners must submit their preference for three venues through the On On Management Limited website by 11:00 a.m. on July 15.
What happens if a venue reaches its capacity?
The management firm will use a lottery system to assign owners to available locations based on their preferences.
Do you believe a broadcast-style meeting satisfies the requirements for owner participation and transparency?
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