Moot and west declare war on littering
'If every resident just cleans up around them, it will already make such a huge diffrence.'
Councillors from the Moot and Pretoria West declared war against littering during a clean-up operation this past weekend.
The clean-up took place in wards 1 and 54 on Saturday, said local ward councillor, Elmarie Linde.
“Residents deserve to live in a clean area,” she said.
“That is why we are declaring war on uncleanliness in the area.”
During the operation open fields and stream areas were focused on, seeing as these areas are often littered the most.
The clean-up was done with the help of the community.
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Local ward councillor Elma Nel said it was reassuring to see residents coming together to make a difference in their community.
“There are still residents taking ownership of our beautiful city,” she said.
Resident Anton Wessels also helped to clean up.
“Every person has to do his or her part – this is our city that we live in and we all want to live in a beautiful area,” he told Rekord.
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“That is why we tried to clean every place and space this past Saturday.”
Wessels not only challenged householders, but also every school in the area help keep it clean.
“Just keep the area in front and around you clean,” he said.
“Let us start cleaning and get the area in its most wanted condition.”
He urged residents to get involved with clean-up operations in the community.
Linde is urging residents to report illegal dumping and vandalism.
“Takedown vehicles’ registration numbers and report them to the metro police,” she said.
“This is the only way to put a stop to these crimes.”
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“If every resident just cleans up around them, it will already make such a huge difference,” she said.
“Also take responsibility and do not throw paper or rubbish on the side of the road.”
She is also encouraging residents who go on walks or bicycle rides to take a bag with them to put litter in that they come across.
“Even if it is just two or three pieces of paper – every bit helps,” she said.
“If there is a shortage of rubbish bins, residents must please tell us.”
Linde said their aim was to keep the area clean.
Nel said any person who wants to get involved with clean-up operations, should contact them for more information.
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