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Ward councillor demands action over overgrown grass in Sinoville

One of the primary concerns is the potential safety hazards posed by the overgrown grass, particularly in parks where children often play and pedestrians walk along the sidewalks regularly.

Overgrown grass has become a major issue in Sinoville, affecting not only the aesthetics of the area but also posing safety and accessibility challenges for the community.

Ward 50 councillor Lenise Breytenbach has voiced her frustrations over the lack of service delivery resulting in parks and sidewalks in Sinoville displaying overgrown grass.

According to Breytenbach, the long grass makes state amenities meant for the community, such as parks, inaccessible. She said the lack of service delivery also created safety concerns for residents and motorists.

Breytenbach, who has been a vocal advocate for service delivery in Sinoville, north of Pretoria, has called for immediate intervention by the Tshwane metro to address the situation.

The state of Trimpark in Sinoville.

She has expressed concern that the neglect of basic maintenance tasks like grass cutting is a reflection of broader municipal inefficiencies, and is having a tangible impact on the daily lives of residents.

One of Breytenbach’s primary concerns in a park such as Trimpark on the corner of Carlo and Limpopo streets, which is near an educational facility, is the potential safety hazards posed by the overgrown grass. Parks are meant for children to play and for pedestrians to walk regularly along the sidewalks.

She said the long grass not only obstructs clear visibility but could harbour dangers to community members.

“It is unacceptable that our parks and public spaces are left in such a condition.

“The overgrown grass is not only unpleasing but dangerous. We cannot allow our community’s safety to be compromised because basic services are not being delivered.”

Resident Thereze Vorster said people sleeping in parks are currently a major concern.

Breytenbach emphasised the importance of preserving the natural beauty of the neighbourhood.

“Our parks and green spaces are essential for the well-being of the community.

“They provide places for relaxation, exercise, and socialising. When these areas are not maintained, it affects the quality of life for everyone,” she said.

The councillor has not only voiced her concerns but has also made repeated attempts to escalate the issue to the relevant municipal departments.

However, despite her efforts, there has been little progress in addressing the problem.

Breytenbach is now calling for immediate intervention from the metro, urging it to prioritise the cutting of grass in Sinoville’s parks and sidewalks.

“We need action, and we need it now.

“Our residents deserve better, and it is the municipality’s responsibility to ensure that basic services like grass-cutting are carried out regularly. I will continue to put pressure on the municipality until this issue is resolved.”

Tshwane has been contacted for comment on the matter but did not respond by the time of publication.

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