‘Disgrace to township’

Dear Editor:

I have lived for 20 years now near the arboretum off Park Avenue in Fergus and what a beautiful, tranquil, peaceful place it was to enjoy walks. And for those who lost loved ones and purchased trees and benches in their memory it was a serene place to honour them.

Here we are in 2024 and the arboretum is unrecognizable.

Yes, the municipality does cut walkways but the weeds have overgrown the memorial plaques near the trees and the benches are rotten and falling apart.

What happened this past year to warrant such neglect? Do we no longer respect places like this? It is shameful and a disgrace to the township. Please I urge you to give us back this place of dignity.

Carol Roberts,
Fergus