Dear Sir,

I remember when there was a time when weeds on the road were cleaned up by hoe and shovel, and yet the roads were always immaculate. While the Government is waiting for a new weedkiller, why can’t we have workers out there doing it the old-fashioned way, an area at a time? At least in areas where tourists will see our island.

Just imagine a tourist who has never been here: their first impression will be a lasting impression.

I would also like to know what their excuse is for not mowing grass. For instance, the sidewalk above the Government’s Tulo Valley plant nursery was not mowed for more than a month and a half. With all the rain we had, you can imagine how long the grass had become; the sidewalk was unwalkable.

Are they going to sit back and blame something else? If it is your responsibility, then find a way to get it done and don’t wait until bus stops are overgrown by more than five feet with cane grass so people have literally to stand in the road.

PAT DeCOSTA

Pembroke