A collaborative initiative between the Sanitation Service Authority (SSA) and the National Conservation Commission (NCC) has successfully converted a neglected coastal area at Six Men’s Beach into an attractive public space. The transformation began with an intensive cleanup operation early Tuesday morning, addressing what officials described as severe environmental and health concerns.
The project commenced at 7:30 a.m. with crews from both agencies deploying comprehensive resources including weedwhackers, wheelbarrows, and vegetation clearance teams. The focal point was a communal garbage zone that had become overwhelmed with waste, creating problematic conditions including rodent infestations and environmental degradation.
Carlos Gilkes, Acting Special Projects Officer at NCC, explained that the area had reached a critical state of being ‘overused and overworked,’ necessitating immediate intervention. The SSA conducted a major removal of the garbage site, followed by the introduction of fresh soil to prepare for the beautification phase.
The second stage involved strategic enhancements featuring salt-tolerant vegetation including sand dollar and sea grape plants, selected specifically for their erosion control properties and visual appeal. The commission also installed picnic benches to create functional recreational space.
‘Our goal was to create a good environmental area where the aesthetics and quality were actually good for the backdrop,’ Gilkes stated. The upgrades capitalize on the beachfront location, offering improved sea views and encouraging community gathering. The completed project is expected to establish Six Men’s Beach as a premier destination for residents and visitors in St Peter, promoting both environmental conservation and social recreation.