Alasan Pemprov DIY Relokasi PKL di Trotoar Jalan Malioboro

Summary

The video discusses the recent relocation of street vendors (PKL) in Malioboro, Yogyakarta, starting February 1, 2022. A total of 1,838 vendors were moved to new locations, with some positioned near the former Indra Cinema and others at the old Tourism Office building. This relocation is part of the government's efforts to enhance the pedestrian area and boost the cultural heritage site's chances of becoming a UNESCO World Heritage site. While vendors express concerns about reduced foot traffic, the government plans to aid them with clear signage and by hosting street musicians to attract visitors.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Malioboro area in Yogyakarta has undergone changes, with street vendors (PKL) relocated to new areas as of February 1, 2022.
• 😀 A total of 1,838 street vendors have been relocated, with 799 vendors moved to the Teras Malioboro 1 (former Indra Cinema) and the remaining relocated to Teras Malioboro 2 (former Tourism Office building).
• 😀 The relocation is part of an initiative to reorganize the pedestrian area of Malioboro, which is considered part of Yogyakarta's philosophical axis.
• 😀 The area of Malioboro is being proposed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historical significance.
• 😀 The relocation aims to provide legal status for street vendors, who previously operated on pedestrian areas owned by shopkeepers without legal land rights.
• 😀 Street vendors expressed concerns about the potential difficulty of attracting customers to the new location.
• 😀 Despite these concerns, the vendors hope that sales will increase in the new location compared to their previous spot on the sidewalks.
• 😀 The regional government (Pemprov DIY) plans to assist with marketing the street vendors, including setting up directional signs to help tourists navigate to the new locations.
• 😀 The government is also considering inviting street musicians to perform in the new vendor areas to add to the area's vibrancy.
• 😀 The relocation is a part of a broader effort to preserve Yogyakarta’s cultural heritage while balancing the needs of modern commerce and tourism.

Q & A

What recent changes have taken place in Malioboro, Yogyakarta?

Malioboro, Yogyakarta, has undergone significant changes, with street vendors (PKL) being relocated starting on February 1, 2022. A total of 1,838 vendors have been moved to designated areas prepared by the DIY Provincial Government.

Where have the street vendors been relocated to?

The vendors have been relocated to two main locations: 799 vendors have moved to the former Indra cinema building (Teras Malioboro 1), while the rest have been moved to the former Tourism Office building (Teras Malioboro 2).

Why was this relocation of street vendors necessary?

The relocation was carried out to help with the organization and beautification of the pedestrian area in Malioboro, which is part of the philosophical axis of Yogyakarta. The area is being proposed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

What are the benefits of relocating the street vendors?

The relocation provides legal legitimacy to the street vendors, as they were previously occupying land belonging to store owners without proper authorization. Additionally, it supports the preservation and recognition of Yogyakarta’s cultural heritage.

What concerns do the vendors have regarding the relocation?

Some vendors, like Andi Santosa, expressed concerns that customers might not be aware of the new locations. They are also worried about the impact on their sales and the potential for business to decline.

What measures are being taken to address vendors' concerns?

The government plans to help vendors by installing direction signs to guide visitors to the new locations. There are also plans to invite street musicians to perform at the new vendor sites to attract more people.

How does the government plan to support the promotion of the relocated vendors?

The government will install directional signs to make it easier for tourists to find the relocated vendors. Additionally, they are planning to bring street musicians to perform at the new vendor sites to enhance the atmosphere.

How does the relocation align with Yogyakarta's cultural heritage goals?

The relocation supports Yogyakarta's efforts to make Malioboro a UNESCO World Heritage site. It helps to better organize the pedestrian area while preserving the cultural and historical significance of the area.

What is the potential impact of the relocation on sales for the street vendors?

While some vendors have concerns about reduced sales due to the new location, others hope that the new setup will increase foot traffic and improve their sales compared to when they were located on the pedestrian sidewalks.

How is the local government addressing the issue of legality for street vendors?

By relocating the vendors to designated areas, the government is providing legal legitimacy to their operations. Previously, many vendors did not have the necessary legal rights to occupy the pedestrian land, which was owned by other property owners.