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DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT CEDERBERG MUNICIPALITY AND LAND AFFAIRS Private Bag X2 Clanwilliam 8135 Private Bag X9073 8000 Tel: 027 482-8000 Tel: 021409-0340

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March 2014

CONTENTS

1. PHASE 5: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION REPORT

1.1 Introduction 1.1.1 Purpose of this Report 1.1.2 Guidelines for the Formulation of SDFs 1.1.3 Public Participation Phases

1.2 Phase 5: Open House Meetings

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1 Public Participation Phases

LIST OF ANNEXURES

Annexure A Comments and Response Table Annexure B Advertisement: Phase 5 Annexure C Open house Posters Annexure D Attendance Registers

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1. CONSULTATION PROCESS

1.1 INTRODUCTION

1.1.1 PURPOSE OF THIS REPORT

The Guidelines for the Formulation of SDF’s (January 2011) have been applied in the process of drafting the Cederberg Spatial Development Framework, situated in the Province of . The guidelines prescribe 7 phases, of which 2 phases involve public participation. The purpose of this report is to serve as a record of the public participation phases undertaken during the Cederberg SDF process.

This report will be updated as the various phases of the project are completed.

1.1.2 GUIDELINES FOR THE FORMULATION OF SDF’s (January 2011)

These guidelines comply with the Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (MSA) (Act 32 of 2000), the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (NEMA) (Act 67 of 1998) and the principles of the Development Facilitation Act, 1995 (DFA) (Act 67 of 1995). The following section briefly describes where Figure 1 Public participation phases public participation fits in this process.

1.1.3 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PHASES Phase 2 involves consultation with Council, internal departments, the general public, other municipalities/districts and government agencies. The SDF guidelines (referred to in 1.1.1, above) stipulate a total of seven The main purpose of this phase is to gain an understanding of the current phases of which public engagement (or public participation) forms part of issues within the Municipality and to formulate a spatial vision or desired in order to: future scenario for the study area.

• Create an awareness of the project and the process; Phase 5 again involves public consultation. The purpose is to achieve • Identify strategic issues, support for the draft Precinct Plan by consulting Municipality, government • Stimulate future thinking; and, agencies, local councils, the public and various sector experts. Inputs from • Provide valuable information for analysing the status quo. this phase will be evaluated and incorporated into the draft Precinct Plan in order to produce a final Precinct Plan would then be presented for The guidelines make provision for two interactive public participation Council adoption. phases, Phases 2 and 5 (refer to Figure 1.). The focus of this report is the Phase 5 Public Participation Process.

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1.2 PHASE 5 OPEN HOUSE MEETINGS

The Draft Spatial Development Framework report was advertised for a period of 30 days, with the comment period closing on the 23 February 2014.

Two open house sessions were held as follows:

• 12 February 2014 at 11h00 in Clanwilliam (Wards 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5); and, • 13 February 2014 at 11h00 in (Ward 6).

The Municipality arranged transportation for members of the public from the towns of , Graafwater, Lamberts Bay and to attend the open house meeting in Clanwilliam.

Information was presented in poster format; no formal presentation was made.

The comments received during the public participation process (phase) are listed in Annexure A.

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ANNEXURE A COMMENTS AND RESPONSE TABLE

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE 1. Tourism and LED:

1.1 Creation of tourist-friendly spaces where crafters and artisans can 1.1 Final SDF to indicate locations for periodic markets, see page 264 of make and sell their products. This can also coincide with spaces where the draft CDF dated 13 December 2013. Cederberg Municipality local food vendors can sell their products. 1 Nigel Mercuur 1.2 Provision of spaces in informal settlements where trading can take 1.2 See response to 1.1. place. This will minimize the need to travel vast distances to the town centers, especially for people without adequate means of transport.

2. The following suggestions for inclusion were received from Corporate Services :

2.1 P9.- Indian/Asian as well as foreigners from African countries such as 2.1 Text to be included in Section 5.2.2 of the updated CDF report. Nigeria and Somalia.

2.2 P57. – 5.11.2.1 - Economic development on vacant land no. 9 2.2 Proposed to be indicated on Figure 5.11.2.1 Graafwater SDF. alongside the gateway such as formal small businesses which promote local art and culture (Tourism market).

Cederberg Municipality 2 2.3 P61. - Challenges and potential - Development of a waterfront 2.3 Text to be indicated in Section 5.12.1 of the updated SDF report. H Slimmert economic hub at the Dam resort.

2.4 P63. – 5.12.2.2 – Development of a space near the Dam wall on N7 as 2.5 This should coincide with the N7 development. Discussion with an outlook point and tourism market Municipality and SANRAL should take place to determine the feasibility and exact view point.

2.6 5.12.2.3 – Development of a tourism pathway alongside Jan Dissels 2.6 Proposed walking trail to be indicated on Figure 5.12.2.1 Clanwilliam. River beginning at the bridge (Augsburg) and with the end near the intake area at the San rock art site.

3. Comment pertaining to proposed urban edges of all towns :

3.1 Eland’s Bay (.refer to Figure 5.9.2.1 Elands Bay: Conceptual SDF page 3.1 Municipality to provide CNdV with the cemetery extension plan. The 273) Cemetery marked (c) and potential expanding thereof….. is cemetery does need to be included in the Urban Edge. excluded, should it not be included within urban edge?

3.1.1 Area east of A was previously marked (I) as can be seen on existing 3.1.1 Noted. Municipality to provide extent of fishing market for inclusion in 3 Cederberg Municipality SDF for a proposed petrol station…… this area must be incorporated SDF, see Figure 5.9.2.1 Elands Bay SDF. again to accommodate “Eland’s Bay Fish market” already approved AJ Booysen by council for development.

3.1.2 The factories, harbour and slipway towards the west…. earmarked for 3.1.2 The factories, harbor, slipway and prepared resort do not need to be “possible resort hotel” to be included within urban edge…….. and also included in the Urban Edge because it is conventional urban further west erf 65 ? development. To be discussed with the Municipality.

3.1.3 What about erf 58 “The Island Erf” owned privately. This is located in a 3.1.3 Clarity required. To be discussed with Municipality. sensitive area.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE 3.2 Lambert’s Bay Refer to Figure 5.10.2.1 Lamberts Bay: Conceptual SDF page 279.

3.2.1 Area marked (1) to be taken out due to its close proximity of road R364 3.2.1 Clarity required. To be discussed with Municipality. and crossing of bridge and Saldanha-Sishen railroad tracks. 3.2.2 The golf course is now excluded. The urban edge was drawn all along 3.2.2 The existing golf course does not be included in the Urban Edge on the west side of the Saldanha-Sishen railroad tracks. because it is not conventional urban development. To be discussed with Municipality.

3.2.3 Future development of BGN, RDP and GAP housing with regards to 3.2.3 Municipality to provide layout plans to CNdV for inclusion in SDF. existing SDF located to the south of Nuweland township and east of area marked (G) must be included as was previously. Refer to 5 year housing pipeline and drawings by CK Rumboll & Partners identifying this area. Mr Pieter Jantjies, Head of Housing, will be able to present this information.

3.3 Graafwater Refer to Figure 5.11.2.1 Graafwater: Conceptual SDF page 285.

3.3.1 Area to the east of no’s 6 & 7 in line with proposed urban edge to the 3.3.1 Municipality to provide extent of areas for inclusion in the SDF. north and south was earmarked for potential industrial zoning to be included, as adjacent north to this area is already industrial usage namely “teebane” tea processing area and municipal stores, etc.

3.3.2 Area marked (3) known as erf 37 to be included. 3.3.2 Area is proposed for small scale farming, and, as such does not need to be included in the SDF. To be discussed with Municipality.

3.3.3 Area marked (10) was previously included, now excluded…..excepted 3.3.3 See response to 3.3.2. due to that I cannot foresee any need for housing development in the next 5 years, lots of infill land available. Housing projects of 407 units are now in final stage of completion. (Just electricity outstanding).

3.4 Clanwilliam Refer to Figure 5.12.2.1 Clanwilliam: Conceptual SDF page 291.

3.4.1 Area to the east over Jan Dissels river consisting of small amount of 3.4.1 Existing residential erven and existing school to be shown on Figure residential erven and school (Augsburg) to be included as per 5.12.2.1, Clanwilliam SDF and included in Urban Edge. previous SDF.

3.4.2 Identify bypass entrance road North West of Clanwilliam from 3.4.2 Proposed by-pass indicated on Figure 5.12.2.1. To be discussed with Graafwater Weg linking up to industrial erven. Municipality. Clarity required.

3.4.3 Area marked (c) cemetery and extension thereof to be included in 3.4.3 The cemetery does not have to be located inside the Urban Edge urban edge as per previous SDF…….. or can it be located outside because it is not conventional urban development. urban edge? 3.5 Citrusdal Refer to Figure 5.14.2.1 Citrusdal: Conceptual SDF page 303.

3.5.1 Extension, relining of urban edge to eastern side of area marked (13), 3.5.1 Municipality to provide CNdV with extent of area to be indicated in council decision RB 128/06.12.11 to be taken in consideration…see SDF.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE attached. 3.5.2 Area immediate south of town and west of Voortrekker Road (Portion 3.5.2 See response to 3.5.1. of the Farm Langefontein No 492 is already zoned for Industrial purposes, to be included within urban edge as per previous SDF with regard to. council decisions BK141/22.11.2012.

4. Municipal Business Plan 2014/2015 regarding Human Settlements:

Department of Human 4.1 Human Settlement projects are planned in Lamberts Bay, 4.1 Currently most of the Housing Projects on the pipeline which are Settlements and Paleisheuwel for the 2014/2015 financial year if the bulk implementation ready cannot be implemented due to bulk services 4 infrastructure is upgraded on time. constraints. This is an issue within the Cederberg Municipality and will Niel Muller via Pieter persist and stunt the housing delivery process until the bulk Jantjies infrastructure has been upgraded accordingly. (DoHS, 2014 Cederberg Technical Meeting)

CLANWILLIAM

5.1 The area at the top of the town against Ramskop / Nature Garden 5.1 The need for an additional connector road for freight to be where land illustrated within the proposal as under-utilised must make confirmed with the Municipality. To be discussed with Municipality. provision for a connection road for heavy vehicles.

5.2 The proposal for development along Mark Street is not advised as the 5.2 Any development that the Municipality agrees to undertake will have numerous fountains and leakage from the dam will render the area to undergo a geotechnical study to determine if the site is suitable. very wet and should be avoided for development. Cederberg Business 5.3 The existing sports fields at the end of Park Street can be expanded to 5.3 The need for the expansion of the sports field to be confirmed by the 5 Chambers accommodate all types of sport codes practiced within Cederberg Municipality. To be discussed with Municipality. Riaan van Zyl Municipality.

5.4 The serviced sites against River Street at the end of Park Street lies 5.4 To be discussed with Municipality. within the 50 year flood line and from time to time have flooding issues.

5.5 The vacant land as you enter the town, on the right-hand side, is the 5.5 When entering the town from the N7, the vacant land on the right only logical area, where in future, town erven and expansion should forms part of the Ramskop Nature reserve and development will not take place. be advised. When entering the town from Wupperthal, the land on the right is agricultural land which is being used for intensive agricultural purposes.

GRAAFWATER

6.1 Due to our huge potato production in the area, a factory will be 6.1 The Municipality to confirm need for the allocation of industrial sites Ward Committee 4 needed. This is an opportunity to create more jobs. Currently the within Graafwater. To be discussed with Municipality. (Graafwater) potato factory is in Lamberts Bay, which processes the potatoes from 6 Andries Moolman our area. Area 8 within Cederberg should be considered for such a Gousblom Street 15, factory. Graafwater 6.2 A multi-purpose centre has also been raised as a need within the area. 6.2 The need for a multi-purpose centre and the best location for this In order to accommodate small businesses as well as community should be confirmed by the Municipality. A possibility could be close organisations. Vacant land for such a centre is available within the to the sports fields or central to the town to enable easy access for

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE new extension of the town. residents. To be discussed with Municipality. • The primary school can also be considered for a multi-purpose centre and training facility as the existing two colleges in the area is too far. • Having our own centre would allow us to accommodate students from Lamberts Bay, Clanwilliam, Graafwater and Elands Bay. • The school on the side of the town already accommodates primary and high school pupils from the above mentioned towns.

6.3 The agricultural land opposite the new town development should be 6.3 Two areas within the Graafwater proposals have been identified as bought for the development of small scale farmers, which will also suitable sites for small scale farming by emerging farmers. The require the necessary training and guidance from an official with Municipality to confirm if these two sites are sufficient for the need in expertise. the area.

6.4 The sports fields are in need of upgrading and maintenance can be 6.4 The maintenance of sports fields cannot be addressed by the SDF. implemented by appointing a permanent grounds man (supervisor). Municipality to address during IDP process. Farmers’ water rights should be revised and dams should be opened to allow the Jakkals River to flow properly.

6.5 The railway line between the old and new development of the town 6.6 The Municipality to confirm the need for and location of the bridge should be fenced and a pedestrian bridge should be erected across over the railway line. To be confirmed by the Municipality. the line.

CITRUSDAL

7. A list of the needs within the area:

7.1 Recreational Facilities for the youth (swimming pool, gymnasium, 7.1 The Municipality to confirm need of recreational facilities. To be athletics track). confirmed with Municipality.

7.2 Housing – the building of houses and allocation of sites to be 7.2 The Municipality has been participating in a process with the developed without having to follow a strict tender process. Department of Human Settlements and relevant stakeholders to develop a human settlement pipeline which is in line with the housing beneficiary waiting list. Shamonay Engelbrecht 7.3 Upgrading of facilities at the ‘Bewaar-skool’ – there is a need for more 7.3 Municipality to confirm the need for upgrading at the Bewaar-skool. (Nqubelani) 7 facilities to accommodate children and the beautification of the area. To confirm with Municipality. Protea Singel 75, Citrusdal 7.4 Development of Shopping mall to encourage more development. 7.4 The proposal for Citrusdal has made provision for various types of new development areas. The Municipality to confirm the need and location for commercial sites in addition to the existing commercial properties within Citrusdal. To confirm with Municipality.

7.5 Development of a Fire Station. 7.5 Noted. The Municipality must determine the need and raise this during the IDP Sessions in order for the relevant Provincial Department to assist.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE 7.6 The development of a shelter to accommodate people who lost their 7.6 The Municipality to confirm if a facility is needed in Citrusdal. To be house due to fire or flooding. confirmed with Municipality.

7.7 The relocation of ‘Mopgat”, Sap construction, ‘Motte’ Factory as it 7.7 Industrial activity should only take place in the appropriately industrial holds health risks for the neighboring community. zoned area. To be further investigated by the Municipality.

7.8 The road scholars use to walk to school should be tarred. 7.8 The specific road to be confirmed with Municipality. If viable, include in SDF Implementation Framework. To be confirmed by Municipality.

7.9 Ablution facilities should be developed at the cemetery. 7.9 Municipality to consider during the IDP process.

8. General comments of community needs:

8.1 The town needs a public swimming pool 8.1 See response to 7.1

8.2 A Shopping centre is needed 8.2 See response to 7.4

8.3 Recreational facilities needed at the ‘Bewaarskool’ for the youth 8.3 See response to 7.3

8.4 Recreational facilities for the youth – gymnasium and athletics track 8.4 See response to 7.1

8.5 Housing – Flats 8.5 Clarity is required. The Department of Human Settlements has a Unit Carin Douries which works specifically with Affordable Housing options for 8 municipalities. In the case where a great need for rental stock has (Novas Street 10) been determined, this unit will follow the necessary procedures to pilot a rental stock project within a specified area.

8.6 The clinic needs to be upgraded. At the moment it is too small and too 8.6 The Municipality must take the matter further with the Department of little staff are employed Health and raise this during the IDP sessions to be included in the annual financial planning.

8.7 The following businesses should be moved as it is currently to close to 8.7 See response to 7.8. the community; • Mopgat • Sapaanley • Exet (Carpets)

CITRUSDAL

9. General comments regarding the community: Inidividual 9.1 More houses for the people and more rental stock options are listed as 9.1 The Municipality has been participating in a process with the Eunice Nqubelani 9 a priority. Department of Human Settlements and relevant stakeholders to (Robynstraat 4, develop a human settlement pipeline which is in line with the housing beneficiary waiting list. See also response to 8.5. New Development Citrusdal) Areas as identified in the SDF can also accommodate housing.

9.2 Electrification in the informal houses is an issue. Informal houses 9.2 To be further investigate by the Municipality cannot be addressed in (hokkies) have electricity, but the shacks still burn down. the SDF.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE 9.3 There is a need for more recreational facilities for the youth – 9.3 See response to 7.1. gymnasium, athletics track. 9.4 The need for a shopping mall / centre. The community is of the opinion 9.4 See response to 7.4. that this will ensure jobs for the youth in Cederberg.

9.5 More crèche and day care facilities are needed. The existing facilities 9.5 The Municipality must confirm if the SDF must make provision for these should be upgraded. facilities.

9.6 A town swimming pool is needed. 9.6 See response to 7.1.

9.7 The development of a Fire Station. 9.7 See response to 7.5.

9.8 The clinic should be upgraded and more staff should be appointed. 9.8 See response to 8.6.

9.9 Mopgat should be relocated. 9.9 See response to 7.8.

9.10 A need for ablutions at the cemetery. 9.10 See response to 7.9.

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10. General comments regarding the community needs:

10.1 A need for a town swimming pool 10.1 See response to 7.1.

10.2 Development of a shopping centre / mall 10.2 See response to 7.4.

10.3 Development of a fire station 10.3 See response to 7.5.

10.4 Recreational facilities for the youth – gymnasium and athletic track 10.4 See response to 7.1. Sophia Ludick 10.5 Clinic must be upgraded 10.5 See response to 8.6. (Suikerbossie Laan 47)

10 and 10.6 Ablutions are needed at the cemetery 10.6 See response to 7.9. 11 Maria Fransman (Olien Laan 2) 10.7 Mopgat must be relocated 10.7 See response to 7.8.

10.8 Sap and Exet are located too close to neighbourhood and relocation 10.8 See response to 7.8. should be considered

10.9 Storm water pipes should be upgraded 10.9 Municipality to confirm need, can be added as a project to the Implementation Framework of the SDF.

10.10 Housing opportunities with focus being placed on rental stock (flats) 10.10 See response to 8.5.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE GRAAFWATER

12. General suggestions according to community and town needs:

12.1 The development of a Potato Factory. 12.1 Municipality to confirm the need for the allocation of industrial sites in Graafwater. To be discussed with Municipality.

12.2 Day Hospital is urgently needed. 12.2 Need for a day hospital to be confirmed by the Municipality.

Moreesa Engelbrecht 12.3 Small farmers in need of land for cattle and vegetable production. 12.3 See response 6.3. 12 (Gousblom 14, Graafwater) 12.4 24 hour petrol station. 12.4 This cannot be dealt with by the SDF. Operating hours are determined by the owners of the petrol station.

12.5 Multi-purpose Centre. 12.5 See response 6.2.

12.6 GAP housing. 12.6 See response to 7.2 and 9.1.

12.7 Ambulance Station is urgently needed. 12.7 Need to be confirmed with the Municipality. To be discussed with Municipality.

13. General inquiry regarding land for small scale farming:

13.1 Where are the farms that would have been brought for the upcoming 13.1 To be discussed with the Municipality. farmers in the Cederberg region? At the moment the land of Petersfield farm, has been bought for housing and the upcoming farmers are too close to the informal dwellings. The residents of the informal dwellings are stealing the produce from the farmers who farm around the settlement. We as farmers have listed ourselves on the Rural Development data base to be eligible for land for farming in the Cederberg region. We want to know when the farms will be made available as there is a great need for small scale farmers in Citrusdal to access land. Jan Waterboer 13 13.2 There is no funding from Department of Agriculture for training or 13.2 Municipality to approach the Department of Agriculture. (M49 Riverview) farmer implementation schemes. A need for materials to build cages for livestock is not being addressed accordingly. The farmers are also in need of diesel water pumps.

13. A farmers market would be beneficial to sell produce farmed by the 13.3 See response to 1.1. small scale farmers 13.4 Ward council meetings are not receiving feedback from the municipal 13.4 Noted. Response to be provided by the Municipality. council.

13.5 Farm buildings need upgrading and the farm dam needs to be 13.5 The maintenance of farm buildings are the responsibility of the farm enlarged and deepened. owner.

13.6 There is a need for community feeding schemes and vegetable 13.6 No specific area has been included within the current SDF proposal gardens to address poverty and unemployment in the area. Through for small scale farming in Citrusdal. Need for small scale farming in

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE such initiatives we would like to start soup kitchens with the produce Citrusdal to be confirmed with the Municipality. gathered from these community gardens. Community food gardens will also alleviate the burden of rising food prices in commercial shops in the area. GRAAFWATER

14. New Development Area:

14.1 Graafwater 3.52Ha is suited for industrial purposes such as Potato 14.1 See response to 6.1 and 12.4. Packaging Factory, Potato Bag Production Factory or even potato chip factory. A 24 hour petrol station can also be considered.

14.2 Morgue 14.2 Need to be confirmed by the Municipality. To be discussed with Municipality.

14.3 Educational Nature Garden, especially due to the vegetation types 14.3 To be discussed with the Municipality. located in the area. The land is owned by Cederberg Municipality. A Private Farmer, Mr Hansie Genis, wants to exchange the same size of farmland with the Municipality and then he will hand over the land in proposal 3 to the Cederberg Municipality under the auspices that the land may not be sold and only be used as a Educational Nature Garden. This will benefit the two schools in the town and the larger community. This must be finalised in a written agreement. Ward Councillor

(Ward 4) 14.4 May we propose a day hospital or nursing home? 14.4 Need to be confirmed by the Municipality.

14 Jimmy Barnard 14.5 Proposal for a Fire Station, a Traffic Department and Ambulance 14.5 Need to be confirmed by the Municipality. station (Eike Straat 6, Graafwater) 14.6 Proposal for an office block to accommodate veterinarians and a 14.6 New Development Areas are proposed where activities of the nature business chamber can be accommodated.

14.7 Multi-purpose Centre 14.7 See response to 6.2.

14.8 GAP Housing 14.8 See response to 7.2 and 9.1.

14.9 Bee Hives, Hawkers Stalls with individual locks with storage facilities, 14.10 Municipality to determine need, projects can be added to the small business district area and a taxi rank implementation framework of the SDF. The Municipality would need to liaise with the Department of Public Works and Transport to implement a taxi rank with the needed additional infrastructure. To be discussed with Municipality.

14.11 Area for small and upcoming farmers if the negotiation between 14.10 See response to 6.3 and 14.3. Cederberg Municipality and Mr Genis is not finalised, this is an alternative site.

14.12 Site for Businesses 14.11 See response to 14.6.

14.13 Pre-School, Church grounds 14.12 See response to 9.5.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE WUPPERTHAL

15. General Comments

15.1 Water Problem 15. 1 Clarity required. To be discussed with Municipality. Jacob Henry Whittles 15 15.2 Public Phone 15.2 The Municipality to raise this with relevant service provider, Telkom. (Koueberg, Wupperthal) 15.3 Road side Stall 15.3 The SDF has proposed a periodic market site for Wupperthal, as well as tourist markets.

15.4 Petrol and Diesel station 15.4 Need and viability to be determined by Municipality. To liaise with the relevant stakeholders to initiate such a project.

WUPPERTHAL

Individual 16. General

16 Jakobus Tamboer (Suurrug, Wupperthal) 16.1 Water and electricity problems in Suurrug, with regards to electricity all 16.1 See Response to 15.1. Municipality to investigate claim of dangerous the cables are hanging in the air. And this is dangerous cables.

WUPPERTHAL

17 General comments

17.1 Nuwe Plaas would like to fix their road. 17.1 Municipality to confirm if this project should be added to implementation plan in SDF.

17.2 Play place for children is required 17.2 Need to be determined by the Municipality. To be discussed with Municipality.

17.3 Help is needed with the electricity 17.3 See response to 16.1 Magnieta Koopman

17 (Nuwe Plaas,

Wupperthal) 17.4 Seating areas are needed 17.4 Need to be determined by the Municipality.

17.5 Help is needed with the building of dams to store water. Also the river 17.5 The building of infrastructure is a partnership between the Municipality needs to be cleaned and a bridge needs to be built. and the Department of Local Government: Infrastructure. The Municipality to confirm the need.

17.6 School children from Nuwe Plaas and Wupperthal are in need of 17.6 Municipality to liaise with the Department of Education. transport to and from school on a daily basis.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE 18 General Comments

18.1 A need for solar geysers exist in Wupperthal 18.1 Section 5.13.2 of the SDF has proposed off-grid energy sources, such as solar HWC, for Wupperthal.

18.2 We request that the electricity is transferred to Escom in order to avoid 18.2 See response to 18.1. electricity failure and power cuts.

18.3 A cell phone tower is a great need in Wupperthal as many tourists are 18.3 Section 5.13.2 of the SDF has proposed communications using satellite not aware that here is no cell phone signal technology for Wupperthal.

18.4 We need more street lights 18.4 Need to be confirmed with Municipality. To be discussed with Municipality.

18.5 Play parks for children and recreational facilities 18.5 See response to 17.2.

18 Megan van Rensburg 18.6 Job opportunities for the number of unemployed individuals 18.6 The SDF has proposed agricultural and tourism markets that could (Die Werf) assist in stimulating the local economy.

18.7 Improved water facilities 18.7 To be discussed with Municipality.

18.8 ATM’s 18.8 The provision of ATMs is the responsibility of the banks, an external service provider. The Municipality should lodge a request accordingly.

18.9 Maintenance of bridges 18.8 To be discussed with Municipality.

18.10 The younger population has difficulty to access housing projects. 18.10 The Department of Human Settlements is currently placing more focus Housing is therefore a need in Wupperthal. on investing in growth potential areas regarding the provision of integrated sustainable human settlements. The individuals who qualify for subsidized housing must have their names added to the waiting list in order to be accommodated in towns where the provincial funding for subsidized housing is allowed.

WUPPERTHAL

19. Matters which need urgent attention:

19.1 Sesbania Trees – These trees are located in the river mouth and is a 19.1 Municipality to liaise with DEA&DP. danger to the surrounding houses. Individual 19 Charmelle Elzaida Goes 19.2 Our road is in a very bad condition. During winter we cannot use the 19.2 Need for road upgrades to be determined by the Municipality for (Martiensrust, road and we have to walk 24km to buy groceries. possible inclusion as a project in the Implementation Framework. Wupperthal) 19.3 Houses are also an important matter for the community. Most houses 19.3 Housing in Wupperthal is not located on Municipal land. Therefore, are in need of repair, and the residents do not have the financial subsidized housing and the application for funding from province to means to do so rectify these dilapidated houses is not possible. The Municipality to determine a strategy to address this need in partnership with the Moravian Church.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE 19.4 The bridge over river is important and could be raised in order to be 19.4 Need for upgrade to be discussed with the Municipality for possible used during flooding season. inclusion in the Implementation Framework.

19.5 Public telephones are needed in the town 19.5 See response to 15.2.

20.1 More houses to be built where there are more than one family and 20.1 See response to 18.10 single parents in one house.

JA Valentyn 20.2 Stronger electricity supply for those who are without any power supply. 20.2 Refer to Response 15.1.

20 (14 Tratra Street, 20.3 To make it possible for cell phone use by residents. 20.3 Refer to Response 17.1. Wupperthal) 20.4 Better health services – Maybe doctor visit monthly in Wupperthal. 20.4 Noted. The provision of health facilities is the mandate of the Department of Health. The Municipality to determine the specific need and liaise with the relevant department to address the need.

21.1 The Municipality must adhere and there promises and give more 21.1 Noted attention to the people’s needs.

Magrieta Zimri 21.2 A cell phone tower must be erected in order for us to have cell phone 21.2 See response to 18.3. access. 21 (28 Tra-tra Street,

Wupperthal) 21.3 We need solar panel geysers. 21.3 See response to 18.1.

21.4 The inconsistent electricity provision is a problem. 21.4 See response to 18.1.

22.1 Road works 22.1 See response to 17.1.

Carlo Valentyn 22.2 Cell phone reception 22.2 See response to 18.3.

22 (19 Tratra Street, 22.3 Job Creation 22.3 See response to 18.6. Wupperthal)

22.4 Water 22.4 To be discussed with the Municipality.

23.1 Tarring of the road to Clanwilliam 23.1 As stated in the CDF proposal, the roads should be kept in good repair, but tarring them should be carefully considered in addition to the cost factor as this may diminish the wilderness tourism appeal creating economic potential. To be discussed with Municipality. Christian Zimri 23.2 Financial support in terms of dilapidated houses 23.2 See response to 19.3. 23 (20 Middelstraat, Wupperthal) 23.3 Attention need to be paid to Electricity network 23.3 See response to 18.1.

23.4 The Waterline needs upgrading 23.4 To be discussed with the Municipality.

23.5 Recreational facilities for the youth 23.5 Need to be confirmed by the Municipality.

24 Eugene Snygans 24.1 Concerned about the road and the bushes in the river. 24.1 Not sufficient detail provided. Clarity required.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE (14 Tratra Straat, 24.2 Recycling in the area is needed 24.2 Municipality to provide guidance whether a specific project Wupperthal) regarding recycling should be added to the implementation list.

24.3 Cell phone tower and ATM / banks are needed in Wupperthal 24.3 See response to 18.3. The provision of ATMs is the responsibility of banks, an external service provider.

25.1 The existing drinking water line needs to be upgraded. In winter, the 25.1 To be discussed with the Municipality. houses which are located on higher ground, does not have water.

Thomas M Wynanad 25.2 The road must be tarred and not re-graveled. This will save a 25.2 See response to 23.1. tremendous amount of money 25 (6 Bo-straat, Wupperthal) 25.3 The need for electricity is greater than the need for houses. The power 25.3 See response to 18.1 line needs to be upgraded.

25.4 No recreational facilities, except for a rugby field, are located in the 25.4 Need to be confirmed by Municipality. town. There is a need for more recreational facilities in order to minimize children playing in the streets. Elizabeth Scholtz (6 Middel Straat, 26.1 Cell phone tower in Wupperthal 26.1 See response to 18.3. Wupperthal) 26 and Annita Koopman (23 Tra-tra Street, Wupperthal)

27.1 I require assistance with funding to enable me to build my own house. 27.1 See response to 18.10. Mary Magdalene Zimri 27 (47 Tra-tra Street, 27.2 The cell phone reception is a problem in Wuperthal. Cell phone 27.2 See response to 18.3. Wupperthal) reception has been promised to us on several occasions, but the matter has not been resolved.

28.1 I would like to investigate the option of support for me to have access 28.1 See response to 18.10. Johanna Burger to my own house. 28 (24 Middel Straat,

Wupperthal) 28.2 A contact person regarding cell phone reception would be greatly 28.2 See response to 18.3. appreciated.

Katrina Farmer 29.1 No water, flush toilet or electricity 29.1 See response to 18.1. To be discussed with Municipality. 29 (Die Poort, Wupperthal) 29.2 Cell phone reception 29.2 See response to 18.3.

Shireen van Schalkwyk 30 30.1 You must please make the cell phones work. When it is warm the 30.1 See response to 18.3. (Bo-straat 1, landlines don’t work and when its raining the cell phone reception is really bad.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE Wupperthal) 30.2 Water is a major problem in Wuppethal. The water is not clean and 30.2 To be discussed with the Municipality. those of us how live on the top of the town have very little water.

30.3 We need help with the school’s ablutions. The children are not wiling 30.3 Municipality to inform the required stakeholder. to use the ablutions.

30.4 The electricity is too expensive. We require solar geysers to assist with 30.4 See response to 18.1. the financial burden.

30.5 Job creation to sustain those currently working on freelance jobs. 30.5 See response to 18.6.

31.1 We would like to have cell phone reception 31.1 See response to 18.3. J Valentyn 31.2 We require solar water geysers 31.2 See response to 18.1. 31 (Tra-tra Straat, Wupperthal) 31.3 We will be happy if houses can be built in Wupperthal. 31.3 See response to 18.10 and 19.3.

31.4 Job opportunities. 31.4 See response to 18.9.

32.1 Require assistance with water and electricity provision. 32.1 See response to 18.1. To be discussed with Municipality.

32.2 Require assistance to access building materials by people who want 32.2 See response to 19.3. to upgrade their dilapidated houses. Almerenda Waldeck 32 32.3 Recreational facilities for the youth is needed. 32.3 Need to be confirmed by the Municipality. (Wupperthal) 32.4 Funding for cultural activities for the youth is needed. 32.4 See response to 32.3.

32.5 The upgrade of internal and external roads are needed. 32.5 See response to 19.3.

32.6 Transport for children to and from school is needed. 32.6 See response to 17.6.

WUPPERTHAL 33.1 Cell phone reception. 33.1 See response to 18.3. M Waldeck 33.2 Improve the road between Hoek se Berg and Wupperthal. 33.2 See response to 23.1. 33 (28 Middelstraat,

Wupperthal) 33.3 Wupperthal needs petrol for the petrol station. 33.3 The provision of a petrol station is done through an external service provider.

34.1 The problems that we list don’t reach the relevant persons. 34.1 To be discussed with Municipality. Brenda Palmer 34 34.2 The roads need upgrading. 34.2 See response to 19.3 and 23.1. (Martiensrus) 34.3 The low water bridge floods during winter. 34.3 See response to 19.4.

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NO ORGANISATION COMMENT RESPONSE 34.4 The bushes and trees in the river create flooding problem. 34.4 To be discussed with the Municipality.

34.5 Cell phone reception. 34.5 See response to 18.3.

34.6 The petrol station does not have petrol. 34.6 To be discussed with the service provider.

35.1 Wupperthal needs solar geysers for the houses. 35.1 See response to 18.1.

35.2 We are in need of a cell phone tower. 35.2 See response to 18.3

35.3 We require assistance with the maintenance of dilapidated houses. 35.3 See response to 19.3. Petro Manuel 35 35.4 The roads need to be maintained. 35.4 See response to 23.1. (Bo-straat 10, Wupperthal) 35.5 Our electricity and cell phone reception is in a very weak condition. 35.5 See response to 18.1 and 18.3.

35.6 We require more street lights. 35.6 To be discussed with Municipality.

35.7 Play parks for the children is needed. 35.7 To be discussed with Municipality.

Petrus October 36.1 We require a bridge for the winter floods. Our church building is only 36.1 See response to 18.1, 18.3 and 19.4. 36 completed half way and we don’t have the funds to complete the (Witwater, Wupperthal) project. Cell phone reception and fuel is a problem.

37. 1 We as an organization want to send out an outcry to the Municipality 37.1 Need for upgrade to sports facilities to be confirmed by the Wupperthal Rugby Club to help and assist our youth by upgrading our sport facilities, Municipality. See response to 18.1, 18.3 and 19.4. Bertrandt Gertse 37 upgrading our roads and the development of transport for our kids to (Beukeskraal, be transported from their farm to school daily. Upgrading of our petrol Wupperthal) station and transport for patients to the clinic daily.

38.1 Water problems at Suurrug. 38.1 To be confirmed with Municipality. Francois Paulse 38 (Suurrug) 38.2 A school for the children living in Suurrug. 38.2 Need for school to be confirmed by the Municipality. The provision of schools is the mandate of the Department of Education.

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ANNEXURE B ADVERTISEMENT: PHASE 5

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ANNEXURE C OPEN HOUSE POSTERS

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ANNEXURE D ATTENDANCE REGISTERS

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