Amirudin said this did not indicate that the state intended to raise taxes, Bernama reported.

He said the process was a standard procedure to evaluate assets or properties in specific areas, based on their current value, as the state authorities had been using rates decided more than 10 years ago.

“Not all councils are partaking in this re-evaluation process,” he said.

“The procedures conducted by the Ampang Jaya municipal council mirror those executed by the Kajang municipal council in 2022.

“This is a preliminary assessment of assets or properties within the respective council areas, enabling them to solicit views, objections or feedback from the affected community.

“It’s important to note that this isn’t a notification of impending tax hikes as some may have feared.”

Amirudin spoke after receiving the Malaysia Book of Records certificate on behalf of the state government for “Most Kindergartener Participants in an Integrity Awareness Campaign”. The event featured colouring activities by 1,066 children, aged three to six.

He said the re-evaluation process took into account multiple factors such as maintenance expenses and waste management.

“This process isn’t about raising taxes but rather a fair assessment conducted by the local authorities as it influences land value and validates property assessments within the area,” he said.

He reassured residents that the state government would not hastily make decisions, adding that despite the re-evaluation conducted by the Kajang municipal council two years ago, no changes had been implemented.