The National Capital District City Manager, Mr. Ravu Frank, has expressed disappointment in discovering this morning that the Poinciana trees planted as part of the Boroko Precinct Transformation Program have been removed. Frank stated that the trees when fully grown are magnificent and will enrich the look and feel of the CBD. “Street signs, lights, flower beds and other public goods continue to be vandalized and the public accepts this as norm.” “Public assets are for everyone to enjoy and we must be appreciative and responsible.” “The efforts of many are dampened by a few individuals who have complete disregard for the community and city authority. When will we start taking ownership of our city?” An investigation will be conducted with the assistance of the police who have CCTV cameras installed around the area as Frank has made it clear that this issue will not go away quietly. “We will find the culprits and make examples of them. Enough is enough.” NCDC has encouraged the public to start keeping a watch out for vandalism and to report immediately to a hotline that will be set up. “Residents must protect our city assets by isolating and discouraging reckless behaviour by few individuals.”