Vandalised gate is damaged everytime it gets repaired
Decision to place concrete block at site has been made by the council
A VANDALISED gate keeps getting damaged every time it is repaired.
Tamworth Borough Council say they now have to put a concrete block there in Selker Drive.
Cllr Lewis Smith asked during Full Council: “I was contacted by residents regarding damage to the access gate onto the field at Selker Drive. The original damage took place at the start of this year and a few days ago the gate was completely cut down. I have emailed the council several times, not demanding for the gate to be fixed but simply asking for an update on the timeline so I can inform residents.
“I have been told that it has been escalated to the Street Scene management team twice and am yet to hear a response. How long are people expected to wait before the council takes action?”
Cllr Andrew Cooper replied: “The gate in question has been vandalised and cut off a number of times.
“Unfortunately it is a huge burden to the taxpayer to keep putting up a gate. It is not something that is insignificant. It is quite a big piece of work when the hinges are cut off with a steel saw and everytime we seem to make the repairs, the gate gets cut down again.
“So I would implore members of the public please can we not vandalise. Gates are there for a reason. A decision has been made now that unfortunately a concrete block has to be put in place to secure the open space behind it whilst also providing access requirements for emergency services, people with disabilities and our own teams who have to get in and maintain the spot.
“With that in mind the restriction barrier will be in place before March 31.
“If you have been emailing and not getting a response please drop me a note and I will quietly have a word and get you a response as quick as possible.”