Public toilets damage costs Kāpiti ratepayers $160,000

Vandals wreaked havoc on public toilets along the Kāpiti Coast, with 27 damaging incidents in just one year, resulting in a staggering $160,000 in repair costs for ratepayers. A single incident involved a smashed toilet pan, a kicked-in door, and broken glass in an accessible toilet, costing $5000 alone. This issue highlights a troubling trend of public vandalism, placing a significant financial burden on local taxpayers and raising concerns about public safety and maintenance. It's a wake-up call for communities to address and prevent such destructive behavior.