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The greenbelt in Matroosfontein is undergoing several changes to ensure that residents make use of the park. INSERT: Mary Lambert, Clarence Koopman, ward councillor Charles Esau and Gregory Cloete. PHOTOS: ASTRID FEBRUARIE
MATROOSFONTEIN GREENBELT: CREATING A SAFE OPEN SPACE FOR THE COMMUNITY
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o create safe open spaces where residents can enjoy the outdoors is the main reason for cleaning up the greenbelt in Matroosfontein. According to ward councillor Charles Esau the greenbelt plays a major role in bringing residents of all ages and walks of life together in one space. “By investing in our open spaces and looking after them, we create a safer environment for all in the community,” he says. Esau also believes that beautifying under-
utilised spaces will deter crime and bring in positive energy and activities. “We want people to enjoy the outdoors and not fear going outside in their own community. This space has been created for them to enjoy and make memories. There are several items of play equipment in the park that have recently been repainted and fixed. “New benches have also been installed for the elderly or parents who bring their children to the park. “We are catering for people of all ages, and by installing the benches parents, grandparents and guardians now have a comfortable
place to sit and keep an eye on their children as they play in the park,” Esau says. The park is cleaned regularly by Expanded Public Works Programme workers who pick up the litter, cut the grass and report any faults with the equipment in the park. “They are doing a fantastic job at keeping the park clean and making it look welcoming,” he says. Esau says they hope to see more action in the park in terms of organising community events. “If we want to keep the criminal elements from vandalising our open public spaces we must utilise them.
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“I urge parents to bring their children to the park and enjoy the outdoors with them,” he says. Future plans include repainting the rest of the play equipment and possibly replacing the swings. “I have received requests for a braai area to be created where families can spend their weekends outdoors, and many other ideas. These are great ideas, but we first need to ensure that we can maintain a clean space before any other decisions are made,” he says. VWhat is your opinion on this article? Let us know at briewe@tygerburger.co.za.
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