SQUATTING ON THE KAITI BEACH.

Gisborne Times, Volume V, Issue 8, 10 January 1901, Page 3

SQUATTING ON THE KAITI BEACH.

To the Editor of the Times,

Sir, —It appears time that the attention of the local authorities was drawn to tho number of people who are monopolising the Kaiti Beach.

This beach for two ohains above high water mark is reserved for the public. This beach has been looked upon and used by the existing public as a pleasant resort for holiday times. At present it is being covered with the most miserable kind of sheds by people who pay no rates or rent for same. There are at present fully twenty-five wooden premises erected on this public reserve which hinder the public having use of this beach as it is being monopolised by the present squatters. Beyond the fact that this beach should bo the property of the public these faots may be pointed out: — 1. The public health of the people should be considered and without proper conveniences this may lead to an unhealthy state in our town.

2. The beach is being spoiled by unsatisfactory buildings being erected there. 3. The revenue of the Borough is not being looked after if these shanties are allowed to. take the place of houses which should bo occupied in our town. 4. The general progress of the Borough o Gisborne is not being looked after if such sheds are allowed to be built on a publio reserve.

What are the Borough Council doing in the matter ?

Should not the Gisborne Beautifying Association have previously called attention to this ?

Should not the health officer have reported on the position of affairs before ?

If anyone wants further information on this subject I would suggest that he takes a walk round the beach and informs himself. Asking your publication of this, I am, etc., Pro Boxo Publico.