St. Peter MP Meets Gunthropes Residents as Road and Drainage Concerns Take Center Stage
Residents of the Gunthropes community received a direct, on-the-ground visit from their parliamentary representative on Saturday, as ongoing road and drainage challenges continue to affect daily life in the area.
The MP Rawdon Turner met residents along the affected roadways to have what he described as an “open and honest discussion” about the urgency of infrastructure upgrades. While some sections have already been paved with concrete, many residents say significant work still remains.
During the visit, the Minister of Public Works and the Director of Public Works reaffirmed the government’s commitment to completing the project, promising that repairs will continue in phases, starting with the most severely impacted areas.
Turner emphasized that accessibility and transparency are key pillars of his leadership, noting that face-to-face engagement is essential to understanding the needs of the people he serves.
“I met residents right where the challenges are, in the road, because that is the only way to truly appreciate the realities they face,” he said. “There is still much more to be done, but we are moving forward with honesty, service, and determination.”
He also announced plans to visit other communities across St. Peter in the coming weeks to discuss similar concerns and collaborate with residents and community groups on long-term solutions.
Community members welcomed the engagement, expressing hope that the renewed focus on road and drainage infrastructure will bring sustained improvement to the constituency.
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