Communities don’t need political parties to save them, says Ward 24 candidate

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Communities no longer need political parties to service them as they had the opportunities and failed, according to Ward 24 independent candidate Carmen Kearns. This is also why she decided to enter the municipal elections race.

“Non-functioning street lights, potholes, blocked drains are a daily occurrence,” she said.

Kearns said clean streets, free from illegal dumping, the protection of public services, small business growth, youth upliftment, reclaiming of streets from thugs and a safe playing environment for children were some of the pertinent issues that needed urgent attention in the area. “As an independent candidate I do not affiliate myself to any politics and parties but receive my mandate from the community. If they honestly need change, come November 1, they should use their voting power. I listen, observe, take action and execute, which is what I am currently doing.

“Our current councillors are all about themselves and those they favour. Our grievances mean nothing to them. I believe the community is now ready for change in service now, it’s long overdue,” she said.“Irrespective of the outcomes after November 1, I won't stop what I am currently doing for our community. I’m proud of my service delivery to the community so far,” she said.

 

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