Met yesterday with a young Dad who is very cross with Suffolk County Council (SCC) for not sorting out some problems with the local children's play area. I wanted to go see it for myself so met him yesterday. Broken glass, graffiti, a general air of neglect. The Dad has been in touch with SCC since May on the issue and various things have, apparently been actioned - but with no resultant impact on the problem.
Today therefore I have written to the responsible officer of SCC suggesting we get together with the Dad - and any other concerned residents - and agree a way forward that we all feel we can stick to and support.
I actually think we need to go one better than no-glass and dog-poo. The whole place needs facelift. The equipment - as well as being scarred by explicit graffitti is faded and needs a lick of paint. New bins are needed and benches. My suggestion will be to get the residents and council working together to relaunch the play area very soon. It won't require a lot of money - and we could do a lot to make the place better.
I am very passionate on play areas. I have two young kids and use them all the time. None of the play facilities in Hardwick are amazing compared to ones I have seen elsewhere but they are all clean, safe and useable. Except this one. Time for action.
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