Indonesian Journal of Social Sciences, Policy and Politics

THE IMPACT OF PLASTIC PRICE INCREASES ON THE PURCHASING POWER OF THE COMMUNITY IN BATAM CITY

2026-05-28T12:00:46+07:00

This study aims to describe the magnitude of plastic price increases in Batam City and to examine their impact on community purchasing power. From late February to early March 2026, plastic product prices in Batam experienced a significant surge driven by geopolitical instability in the Middle East, which disrupted global energy distribution routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, thereby raising the cost of petrochemical-based raw materials such as naphtha. This study employed a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection conducted through semi-structured field interviews, literature review, and documentation from credible journalistic and academic sources. Three informants were selected through purposive sampling: a plastic packaging distributor, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) representative, and a household consumer in Batam City. Data validation was performed through source triangulation by cross-referencing interview findings with media reports and academic literature. The findings indicate that plastic price increases in Batam City ranged from 50 to 100 percent depending on product type, consistent with patterns identified in national studies. The increases produced layered cost-push inflation effects across the supply chain: distributors faced sudden and unannounced price surges from suppliers; SME representative absorbed rising packaging costs to maintain customer retention; and household consumers reduced expenditure and shifted toward reusable alternatives. Cascading effects on the prices of related commodities, including cooking oil, were also observed. This study recommends short-term social protection interventions, fiscal incentives for eco-friendly packaging transitions, and structural strengthening of the national petrochemical industry to reduce Indonesia's dependence on imported plastic raw materials.

EVALUATION OF THE CIPP MODEL IN THE PEDESTRIAN LANE PROGRAM ON DR MANSYUR STREET, MEDAN CITY

2026-03-06T10:57:11+07:00

The pedestrian path program is one of the Medan City Government's efforts, through the Highways Division of the SDABMBK Office, to provide safe, comfortable, and user- friendly road infrastructure for all users, including people with disabilities. This study aims to launch the pedestrian path program on street Dr. Mansyur, Medan, This study employed a qualitative descriptive approach, with data collection techniques including in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation. This study also using the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) evaluation model. The results indicate that, in terms of context indicators, the program has achieved its intended target but has not yet optimally addressed pedestrian needs. In terms of input indicators, human and institutional resources are adequate, but budget allocation is suboptimal. In terms of process indicators, implementation has been ineffective due to a lack of coordination between programs and a lack of ongoing maintenance. In terms of product indicators, the sidewalks constructed do not meet minimum pedestrian infrastructure service standards, in terms of function, safety, and aesthetics. Based on these findings, it is recommended that the Medan City Government establish comprehensive sidewalk rehabilitation priorities, establish a cross-regional coordination team, and implement regular evaluations of pedestrian infrastructure conditions

THE EFFECT OF INFORMATION TRANSPARENCY AND DIGITAL ACCOUNTABILITY ON PUBLIC SERVICE SATISFACTION IN RANCAMANYAR VILLAGE

2026-05-28T11:55:15+07:00

The acceleration of the Electronic-Based Government System (EBGS) demands a transformation toward transparent and accountable village governance. This study aims to analyze the influence of information transparency and digital accountability on public service satisfaction in Rancamanyar Village, Bandung Regency. Using a quantitative approach, this study relies on service users as the primary data source, collected through questionnaire distribution, and supported by secondary data in the form of a documentary study of the village’s official digital platform. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistics to test the significance of relationships between variables. The results indicate that information transparency and digital accountability simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on public service satisfaction in Rancamanyar Village.

However, when examined separately, the documentary analysis and community perceptions reveal technical barriers, such as the lack of synchronization in data updates and the slow system response to resident complaints. These findings imply that the provision of digital infrastructure has not yet been fully matched by optimal bureaucratic responsiveness. This study recommends the need to strengthen standard operating procedures for periodic data updates and to improve the reliability of digital interaction channels in order to realize inclusive, user-centric public services