Frazzled grass which has not been cut during the festive season is frustrating Boksburg residents.
The metro’s Parks Department apparently had problems servicing Boksburg in December, leaving public places such as parks, pavement along main routes and cemeteries unkempt.
Councillors for Ward 32 and 33, Marius de Vos and Ashley Hoods respectively, are also up and arms about the situation.
De Vos and Hoods said that machines were operating on January 6 but they are concerned as only three out 24 tractor lawnmowers are working in Boksburg.
“The department furnished us with a response at the beginning of last year December as to the challenges they faced. It seems to be no progress made in dissolving some of these matters, leaving our parks, streets, pavements all unattended to,” added Hoods.
Hoods also stressed that there should be less interference from unions.
“People wish to live in a clean neighbourhood and if there are issues, they would appreciate it if the metro could communicate with them. They’re rates and tax payers that want to get services they’re paying for.”
De Vos said that the challenges are self-inflicted.
“Minor issues such as the wrong date on PPE clothing should not prevent labourers from working. It mustn’t be tolerated. I also don’t understand why the rain should be an issue. It’s rainy season in Gauteng, and the department should be prepared for it,” said de Vos.
He added that the metro spent millions on parks last year but now you can’t see the value because of the overgrown grass.
“This is a crisis and our area and the unkempt grass is an eyesore and should be attended to. Despite problems caused by long grass, people are also prone to dump illegally on it.”
The Advertiser is still awaiting a response from the metro.
