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Dense vegetation obstructs road in Lower Navy Hill
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Posted on Aug 02 2011
A resident of Lower Navy Hill is complaining that the dense and overgrown vegetation along their street poses a danger and safety concern not only for people living in their area but also for passing motorists.
Teddy Guiao, who lives in his residential property along Publiko Drive, said the vegetation has grown so thick that it blocks what used to be a two-way street.
“Now it looks like it’s just a one-way street. It certainly blocks the driveway,” he told Saipan Tribune.
The dense and overgrown vegetation, Guiao said, even obstructs the street signs for Publiko Drive and Saluda St.
Guiao said the dense and overgrown vegetation is also hazardous since it leads to a deep ravine.
“I just planted some coconut trees just so people will not fall there,” he said.
Because of the vegetation, Guiao said residents and their visitors cannot park their vehicles on the street.
“I know some former tenants along this street who left because of lack of parking space,” he added.
Guiao said there have been robbery incidents in their area, with some residents losing the fruits of their planted trees such as bananas, papayas, and betel nut. “I even lost all of my 12 fighting cocks to these thieves,” he said.
According to Guiao, the vegetation serves as a hideout for these thieves, making it easier for them to steal.
“A lot of houses for rent in our street have been vacated by tenants because of the situation,” said Guiao. “As for myself, I really don’t want to leave my house because this area is generally peaceful and we have 24-hour water supply.”
Guiao said he already called the Mayor’s Office to request for bush cutting services to get rid of the vegetation but was informed that they no longer offer such services.
Guiao was referred to the Marianas Visitors Authority, which he has not called yet.
“I hope they do something about this problem to help the residents in this area,” he added.
