I drive along the seafront daily for one am glad to see the back of the lights they made the whole esplanade look cheap and tacky.
I think the council should consider planting some rather nice palms along the central walkway.
The palms would cost less to maintain than the lights and also have the added advantage of being environmentally friendly.
As a local businessman I would be happy to pay for sponsorship for one of the trees.
We really don't need the lights. Please Southend Council keep them locked away and plant trees.
Marcus Millarcus
Lynton road
Thorpe Bay
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