We listen

A couple of weeks ago, I received the following drawing from a young child in the mail.

The youngster was not happy that people were smoking close to the water feature in Market Square.  Fair enough.  Turns out there was a waste receptacle for cigarette butts which was encouraging smoking close to the children’s play area. 

No smoking in my space

I showed the drawing to Ann Pappert, Chief Administrative Officer.  Only a few days later, the waste receptacle was gone!

Then I received the following drawing from this young person.  I don’t know who this young person is but thank you for bringing your concern to our attention.  This is a great story of civic engagement.

My Happy Space