Greetings Councilors:
Has your residence been subjected to the nonemergency (Click here) CIP Project 2 Sewer Rehabilitation [shut off]? Specifically, on a Holy Day (Good Friday & Passover), when your family is preparing for a weekend religious observance? Well …, welcome to the East End!
Did you know: the news for folks, who reside on sections of Keenan St., Mt. Auburn St. and Elton Ave., for Good Friday, April 18th was as follows:
“…temporary sewer shut off, 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Flush your toilets sparingly [or not]. Using small amounts of water to wash your hands or brush your teeth is okay…..”
You try addressing Holiday and personal needs, when non essential water/sewer restrictions are imposed. City employees scheduled the work, with a paid contractor. Seems as though collateral consequences on the residents was of no concern. Note: my residence was not within the project scope.
DPW offices closed at 11:00 A.M. on Good Friday, the 18th. Previous Union contracts, and current agreements, allow for Town/City Hall to close mid-day, or 12:30 P.M. Whether the employees observe the Holiday, or not.
Union representatives support their membership during negotiations.Holy Days are respected.
Who advocates for the residents? In my opinion: I’m seeing no common sense or common courtesy from those who should speak up on behalf of the electorate. Thank you.
Best,
Angie
Angeline Maria B. Kounelis
Retired District A, East End, City Councilor