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National Trust says that the 1763 Monument was vandalized recently and security measures are being mulled.-increased security at all national sites mulledAuthorities says that they are moving to increase security at all National Monuments after someone painted over two bronze plaques on the 1763 Monument.According to a statement from the National Trust of Guyana, which falls under the Ministry of Culture,Brian Poole Falcons Jersey, Youth and Sports,Dwight Freeney Falcons Jersey, there should be an increase in vigilance by everyone to ensure that all monuments and national symbols are fully protected.National Trust said that a visit to the 1763 Monument found that two bronze plaques located at the base of the Monument were painted in various colors “not recommended or appropriate to this significant National Monument.”A Mayor and City Council worker had reportedly observed a woman of unsound mind,Steve Grogan Patriots Jersey, doing the unauthorized painting.The entity expressed dismay yesterday over the “act of vandalism”,Steve Bartkowski Falcons Jersey, and said that it now has to carefully remove the paint if the heritage integrity is to be maintained.“The Trust and the Ministry will also approach the Office of the President and MCC City Engineers Department with a view to improving vigilant security of the 1763 Monument Site in general,Irving Fryar Patriots Jersey, as this area attracts many week-end wedding parties for photo opportunities,Stephen Gostkowski Patriots Jersey, besides driving instruction exercises,Terry Bradshaw Steelers Jersey, outdoor games by youths and some undesirable activities by vagrants.”The latest issue,Jack Butler Steelers Jersey, National Trust disclosed,Troy Polamalu Steelers Jersey, has also raised the concerns of security at other National Monuments and also creates an opportunity for citizens to increase their civic-mindedness and patriotism for the country’s national heritage. |
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