So it is finalised. There will be a different parade route for four selected mas bands despite the objection of Woodbrook residents who have a very valid case. But, say what! This is what democracy is all about, is it not? Make decisions and ignore the pleas of the citizens.
Mayor Tim Kee met with the residents then declared that it is out of his hands. So why did you waste residents' time Mr Mayor? If you have no jurisdiction over the NCC then say so in advance and have the residents meet with the NCC instead.
The 60 or so residents who attended the meeting evidently were not enough to change the plans. What plan does the NCC have if one of the bands decides to go to the Savannah?What happens if a resident on Hamilton Holder/O'Connor Street has an emergency and needs to bring out their car and go to the hospital?
Is anything in place for this? An available waiting ambulance (needless to say, nearby) would be a good idea. Maybe Woodbrook residents are too placid and law-abiding to not burn tyres, an action that certainly gets results.
W Dopson
Woodbrook