Phase two of 6th Avenue Park clean-up was a successful

The City of Johannesburg completed phase two of its clean-up operation at 6th Avenue Park in Parkhurst on September 14.

Ward 117 councillor Tim Truluck said such campaigns were necessary for the environment.

“There are many areas along our streams and rivers that are difficult to keep clean and free of people living there. Operations like this are much needed and I appreciate the effort of all those involved.”

Truluck added that it was important for clean-ups to be continuous.

“However, there needs to be more of them and it is hoped that these recent clean-ups are the beginnings of a more determined effort by the city to start enforcing the by-laws in our parks and green open spaces.”

Ward 117 urban inspector Moipone Malaka expressed his satisfaction. ” Approximately 15 structures were demolished. The clean-up was a success, Pikitup and City Parks and Zoo managed to collect all and move the refuse to the dump site. The spruit was restored to its original form.”

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JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla added that JMPD visibility was important in the City of Johannesburg’s clean-up operations.

“JMPD operations officers were part of a clean-up campaign conducted together with various stakeholders in Parkhurst. JMPD’s primary role in the operation was to ensure that everyone involved is safe, especially in areas where there are homeless people who usually oppose these kinds of clean-up campaigns.”

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