The equipment in the play park at the end of Wellside Wynd is in a dangerous condition.
1 - Broken slats in the perimeter fence means nails are exposed at a height of about 4 ft.
2 - Toddler swing has safety bar missing.
3 - Loose matting causing a trip hazard around both sets of swings.
4 - Stepping stones have become loose.
5 - Wooden chips on ground very sparse therefore muddy puddles on ground.
Admittedly there has been vandalism to the fence but it's more a question of maintenance.
Apparently, a residents association in Wellside Wynd has outsourced its maintenance to the City Council.
Questions:
What is the best way to get the council to do some maintenance?
Speak to the Residents Association? If so who?
Complain to somebody at the Council? If so who?
Does the Community Council have any interest or influence?
Hope somebody can help before a child is injured or worse.
Playpark
I have spoken to Alan Stott of KCC and a member of the resident's association. The issue has been reported to the Council periodically since April. Unfortunately, the Council is non-responsive.
I will forward your posting to Peter Stephen to see if he can force a response.
Now Resolved
The playpark is now being inspected each week by ACC.
Thanks to Alan and Peter.