Nightlife boss takes Patong council

Weerawit Kreuasombat, longtime President of the Patong Entertainment Business Association (PEBA), has outlined his vision for Patong after being elected President of the Patong Municipality Council. With more than two decades representing Patong's nightlife industry, Mr Weerawit now steps into a formal leadership role in the town's governance.

- Natnaree Likidwatanasakun

Winning 10 of the 18 council votes, Mr Weerawit has promised to address Patong's persistent garbage problems and push forward key infrastructure projects.

Mr Weerawit secured his seat on the council in the local elections in May, representing Voting District 3 which covers Patong beachfront, Bangla Rd, Jungceylon and the busy southern areas of town. Despite being one of the smaller voting districts, District 3 includes Patong's main business and residential zones.

Now, as both an entertainment industry leader and council president, Mr Weerawit said he is fully committed to improving Patong. “I wear two hats,” he said. “By day, I serve the municipality; by night, I walk Bangla Rd myself to oversee safety and support businesses. I give this job everything I've got round the clock.”

Mr Weerawit, who is also aligned with the Creative Party, acknowledged that while the party holds a majority on the council, some seats were won by opposition members, which can cause difficulties in securing budget approvals. However, he remains confident in pushing forward with essential projects.