REPORT TO SUBCOUNCIL
1. ITEM NUMBER:
2. SUBJECT: MINUTES: WARDS COMMITTEES: 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 AND 113 – FEBRUARY 2021
ISIHLOKO: IMIZUZU : IIKOMITI YEWADI: 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 AND 113 – EYOMDUMBA 2021
ONDERWERP: WYKSKOMITEES NOTULES VIR WYKE: 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 EN 113 – FEBRUARIE 2021
3. PURPOSE
To present the Subcouncil with minutes of the Ward Committee meetings held for Ward 1 on 11th February 2021, Ward 4 on 9th February 2021, Ward 5 on 4th February 2021, Ward 70 on 24th February 2021, Ward 107 on 17th February 2021 and Ward 113 on 30 November 2020 and well as 25th February 2021.
It is recommended that the Subcouncil supports the recommendations contained in the minutes of wards 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 and 113 be noted.
4. FOR DECISION BY
The Subcouncil, Delegation 1 (1).
To assess the performance of service delivery generally within their area of jurisdiction (outcomes monitoring)
5. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Due to the fact that Ward Committees have no formal powers; they can make submissions/recommendations to the Subcouncil through the Ward Councillor and/or through the Ward Committee meetings. For this reason,
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the minutes of Ward Committee meetings must be supported by the Subcouncil in order for such recommendations to be executed.
6. RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommended:
A. That the recommendations as noted in the minutes attached of ward committees 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 and 113 be supported by the Subcouncil.
B. That the Subcouncil Manager be tasked with, where applicable, directing and/or referring the items for action arising from the minutes, to the relevant departments for action/input/feedback due to the operational and/or policy implications of these matters.
C. That the actions of the Subcouncil Manager in forwarding the aforegoing to the relevant line departments directly after the ward committee meetings be condoned.
AANBEVELING(S)
A. Dat daar van die konsepnotule van die wykskomitees-vergaderings vir wyke 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 en 113 aangeheg asook die aanbevelings soos vervat in die notules, ondersteun word.
B. Dat die subraadsbestuurder die taak opgelê word om waar toepaslik die items voortspruitend uit die notules, na die betrokke departemente te herlei en/of te verwys vir beleidsimplikasies ten opsigte van hierdie aangeleenthede.
C. Dat die aksies van die subraadsbestuurder met die aanstuur van die voormelde aan die betrokke lyndepartemente direk aan die wykskomiteesvergaderings gekondoneer word.
IZINDULULO
A. Ukuba iBhungana malixhase izindululo ezibhalwe kwingxelo nemizuzu ephawulwe njengeziHlomelo A yeeKomiti zeeWadi 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 ne- 113 gokulandelelana kwazo.
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B. Ukuba uMphathi/uManejala weBhungana makanikwe uxanduva, apho kufanelekileyo, wokuhlenga-hlengisa kwakhona okanye agqithise le mibandela ilandelayo kumasebe afanelekileyo ukuze ifezekiswe/kuvakaliswe uluvo/kunikwe ingxelo ngenxa yendlela emiselwa ngayo kwakhona nemiphumela kumgaqo-nkqubo yale mibandela.
C. Ukuba makwamkelwe amanyathelo oMphathi weBhungana angokugqithisa imibandela edlulileyo kumasebe afanelekileyo emva kokuba kuchotshelwe intlanganiso yeForam yewadi.
7. DISCUSSION/CONTENTS
The main function of Ward Committees is assisting the democratically elected Ward Councillor to effectively carry out their mandate to represent the people of the ward. Ward Committees have no formal powers other than they can make submissions/recommendations to the Subcouncil directly or through the Ward Councillor and/or through the Ward Committee meetings.
7.1. Constitutional and Policy Implications
N/A 7.2. Sustainability implications
Does the activity in this report have any No X Yes sustainability implications for the City?
7.3. Legal Implications
None
7.4. Staff Implications
Does your report impact on staff resources or result in any additional staffing resources being required?
No X
Yes
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7.5. Other Services Consulted
N/A
ANNEXURES
MINUTES OF WARDS 1, 4, 5, 70, 107 AND 113
FOR FURTHER DETAILS, CONTACT:
NAME Elizabeth Jacobs CONTACT NUMBERS 021 444-4861 E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected] DIRECTORATE AREA BASED MANAGEMENT FILE REF NO SC3 – 4/3/1/6/1 (Wards 1, 4, 5, 70, 107, 113)
Comment:
MANAGER SUBCOUNCIL 3 ROXANNE M MOSES
DATE
Comment:
CHAIRPERSON SUBCOUNCIL 3 CLLR NICOLETTE RHEEDER
DATE
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ANNEXURE A
MINUTES OF A VIRTUAL MEETING OF THE WARD COMMITTEE FOR WARD 1 ON 11th FEBRUARY 2021 AT 15:00.
Present:
Ward Committee members Cllr Cheryl Visser Chairperson & Ward Councillor Cllr Demi Dudley PR (ACDP) Elizabeth Simpson Abeille Ruche School William Verschoor District Watch Anna-Marie Vercueil Monte Vista Neighbourhood Watch Barry Haschick Grace Presbyterian Church Dave Smith Richwood Residence Ratepayers Association JJ Pieterse Ramasibi Guest House Paul Kruger PWP Neighbourhood Watch
Subcouncil staff Elizabeth Jacobs Secretariat: Subcouncil 3 Roxanne Moses Manager Subcouncil 3
WC1 01/02/20 OPENING AND PRAYER
The Chairperson, Councillor Cheryl Visser welcomed the members present.
WC1 02/02/20 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
With apologies Pierre Gouws MVRA Samantha Fraser Eden Learning Innovations (Pty) Ltd
Without apologies Sophia Swart Monte Vista Primary School
WC1 03/02/20 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CHAIRPERSON
Councillor Visser welcomed the members to the first ward committee meeting in 2021.
The Chairperson said that the pandemic is still the cause of many challenges in the City with regards to service delivery and the City is working at their very best to maintain a level of equality throughout Cape Town. Cllr Visser asked members to submit as many C3’s a possible. A copy of Cllr Visser’ s speech is attached to the minutes.
NOTED
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WC1 04/12/20 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the minutes of the Ward Committee Meeting held on 25th November 2020 be confirmed without any amendments. The minutes were approved by Mr Haschick and seconded by Mr Smith.
NOTED
WC1 05/02/20 PRESENTATIONS:
It was noted that no presentations were on the agenda for the meeting.
WC1 O6/02/20 C3 NOTIFICATIONS: NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2020
Cllr Visser referred to amount of C3 Notifications as indicated in the report. Cllr Visser urged the members to submit as many C3’s as possible in order to make an impact.
NOTED
WC1 07/12/20 WARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS SECTOR FEEDBACK
Councillor Visser requested the ward committee members to continue to submit their feedback forms to the Subcouncil on or before each Ward Committee Meeting.
Following is a brief synopsis on feedback from the ward committee members: Barry – Raised his concerns why C3’s is taking months to attend to. He said that churches are opening up again and they are still trying to help with food donations where they can. Dave – Raised his concerns about the amount of black and green bins being stolen in his neighbourhood. JJ – said that Covid has been a big blow to business and they are all awaiting the President’s speech later that evening. Annemarie – The MVNHW has numerous high visibility and undercover operations with local authorities and District Watch. Paul – said that the NHW is doing patrols and special ops are being executed. There are 28 live cameras and another two are to be installed soon. William – said that house break ins was not too bad at this stage. He expressed his concerns about the robot at the intersection at Tygervalley and Giel Basson.
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He committed to send an e-mail to [email protected] as well as to [email protected].
Cllr Visser said that we need to get a commitment from the Displaced Peoples Unit regarding the street people at the Plattekloof bridge and she will request Traffic to do more special operations on specifically taxis. Cllr Visser thanked the members for their ongoing assistance and commitment. She said she is excited about the new doggy park that is now being fenced and further development inside the park can now commence.
Cllr Dudley also expressed his heartfelt thanks to all the members for their commitment and concerns in Ward 1.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the ward committee’s feedback be NOTED.
DATE, TIME AND VENUE OF NEXT WARD COMMITTEE MEETING
The Chairperson thanked everyone for attending the meeting and said that the next meeting is scheduled for 8 April 2021.
NOTED
CLOSING OF THE MEETING The meeting ended at 16:05
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COUNCILLOR CHERYL VISSER CHAIRPERSON: WARD COMMITTEE WARD 1
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ANNEXURE B
MINUTES OF THE WARD COMMITTEE MEETING FOR WARD 4, HELD VIRTUALLY ON TUESDAY 09 FEBRUARY 2021 AT 17:30 VIA SKYPE FOR BUSINESS
WC4 01/02/21 OPENING AND PRAYER
Councillor Mlulami Ngeyi welcomed all present whereupon a moment of silence was observed in remembrance of all who has passed away due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Present: Ward Committee members: Cllr Mlulami Ngeyi Ward Councillor Cllr Ursula Barends PR Councillor Ms Liete Van Der Eems Milnerton Central Ratepayers Association Ms Jacqui Pember Milnerton Ridge Neighbourhood Watch Mr Wolsley Jacobson Lions Club International Mr Thabo Diniso Khazimla Development Network Mr Gary Bower Montague Gardens – Marconi Beam Improvement District Officials: Ms Kyla Miller Secretariat, Sub council 3
Absent with apologies: Mrs Roxanne Moses Subcouncil Manager Mr Vincent Alexander Summer Greens Ratepayers Association Mr Craig Ludwig Sunset Beach Neighbourhood Watch Ms Lungisa Haai Siphekela Isizwe Empowerment
WC4 02/02/21 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
It was noted that Mrs Roxanne Moses, Messrs Vincent Alexander and Craig Ludwig were absent with apologies. It was noted that Ms Lungisa Haai experienced connectivity issues and therefore rendered an apology.
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WC4 03/02/21 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CHAIRPERSON
The Chairperson Councillor Ngeyi welcomed all the members to the Ward Committee Meeting. Attached to the minutes is a copy of his speech.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND That the contents of the report be noted.
WC4 04/02/21 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES – 24 NOVEMBER 2020
On the proposal of Ms Jacqui Pember and seconded by Ms Liete Van Der Eems the Ward Committee
RESOLVED
That the minutes of the ward committee meeting held on 24 November 2020 BE CONFIRMED without amendments. . WC4 05/02/21 ITEMS SUBMITTED BY WC MEMBER GARY BOWER
The Chairperson requested that Mr Bower take lead on his items submitted.
Mr Bower presented his items, as a copy was included in the agenda.
With reference to the informal trading plan, a site visit took place with the Councillor. It was noted that Councillor Barends informed the Ward Committee members that herself and Councillor Christiana Groenewoud went on a walkabout to the informal trading sites. It was noted that there is a problem concerning ablution facilities.
Councillor Ursula Barends and Mr Gary Bower further discussed the informal trading plan sites where alternative proposals were made.
The Chairperson, Councillor Ngeyi informed the Ward Committee Members that site visits has taken place and the proposed sited has already been submitted. Feedback is
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currently awaited from the office of Mrs Shirley Alexander for the process to be taken forward.
Mr Gary Bower further thanked the officials for operations done in Omuramba Road and reiterated that the consistency of these operations are working. Further concerns has been raised about the rubble at the footpath in Omuramba.
Councillor Ngeyi said that the members should take cognisance of the COVID-19 pandemic as no promises can be made for operations to be consistent.
Mr Gary Bower referred to the outstanding C3 reports regarding the storm water drains as feedback is still awaited however, Counciillor Ngeyi requested that this matter be taken out of the meeting where Mr Gary Bower should follow up with the relevant officials.
With reference to the taxi related incidents, it was noted that the Subcouncil who has been working with the relevant departments has attended to this matter. Email exchange has taken place that spoke to a plan that needed to be ready when the schools open. It was further noted that the Roads department is also in the process with finding an intervention to build something in order to attend to the matter of the taxis.
Mr Gary Bower made suggestions where Councillor Ngeyi requested that he direct his proposals to the Roads and Traffic Department via email communication.
Further to this lengthy discussion, Mr Bower referred to the email correspondence of the street lighting. It was noted that Councillor Barends indicated that no records were found as indicated by the officials with reference to the street lighting notifications.
It was noted that Ms Kyla Miller has requested feedback from the relevant officials.
Councillor Ngeyi informed Mr Bower that with reference to Platinum Road, a follow up should be done with the relevant department. It was also noted that this matter was discussed with the Subcouncil Manager whom advised that consideration of the above should be discussed with the Roads Department,
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Traffic Department and COuncillor Ngeyi for possible Ward Allocation funding in upper budgetary financial year.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC4 06/02/21 ITEMS SUBMITTED BY WC MEMBER LIETE VAN DER EEMS
Ms Liete Van Der Eems informed the Ward Committee Members that this item was placed on the agenda for record purposes.
She reiterated that meaningful public participation is important and the residents should be consulted.
Ms Liete Van Der Eems mentioned that should the development go through, it would not be in the interest of the community and that developments should be approached with great care and meaningful consultation.
It was noted that feedback concerning the matter has been included in the agenda as it served at the Subcouncil 3 meeting on 21 January 2021.
The Subcouncil 3 members were not in support of the application for the transfer of granting of in-principal approval for the transfer of vacant erf 14445 Milnerton, situated at 21 Sea Cottage Crescent, Milnerton.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC4 07/02/21 WARD COMMITTEE MEMBER SECTOR FEEDBACK
The Chairperson thanked the Ward Committee Members who have submitted their sector feedback forms. Furthermore, the Chairperson urged and reminded Ward Committee members to submit their Ward Committee Sector Feedback Forms timeously.
It was noted that the outstanding feedback forms must be e- mailed to the secretariat.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
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That the contents of the report be NOTED.
CLOSING OF THE MEETING The meeting ended at 18:31
______COUNCILLOR MLULAMI NGEYI DATE CHAIRPERSON
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CLLR M. NGEYI WARD COMMITTEE SPEECH DATE: 09 February 2021
Good Afternoon to all, and welcome to our Ward Committee meeting today. I would like to welcome Ward Committee members, Sub Council 3 staff and the members of the public to the meeting. I hope and wish that your families and friends are doing well during this time of the Pandemic.
Yes, the Curve has been slightly flattened for now but we need to remain vigilant and not become complacent. The Western Cape government and the City of Cape Town have played its great role in flattening the curve and with lots of recoveries. We appreciate the great work done by our Frontline health workers under the watch and guidance of Minister Mbombo and Mayco Cllr Badroodien.
Let us continue to observe the following Regulations: a. Always Wear your Mask b. Always Practice Social Distancing c. Always Sanitize your Hands
I have just received 40 Reflective Vests from our Department of Safety & Security. These will be given to the Milnerton Neighbourhood Watch and Phoenix/Joe Slovo Neighbourhood Watches.
I will be requesting Ms. Pember as the member of the Safety and Security Sector in my Ward Committee to facilitate the revival of the Joe Slovo/Phoenix Neighbourhood Watches. With the Unbanning of Alcohol and Tobacco, please Don’t Drink and Drive and don’t share your cigarettes. Drink and Smoke responsibly!!
Enkosi kakhulu!! Baie Dankie!! and Thank You!!
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ANNEXURE C MINUTES OF THE WARD COMMITTEE MEETING FOR WARD 5, HELD ON THURSDAY 4 FERBUARY 2021 AT 15:00 AT THE BOTHSIG LIRBARY
WC5 01/02/21 OPENING AND PRAYER
Councillor Helen Carstens welcomed all present whereupon a moment of silence was observed.
Present: Ward Committee members: Cllr Helen Carstens Ward 5 Councillor, Chairperson Mr Allan Donaldson Community Food Garden Mr Patrick Pillay De Grendel Lions Club Mr Dave Morley Bothasig Community Police Forum Mr Desmond Wallace Zone 4 NHW Mr Paul Innes Scouts South-Africa Bothasig Ms Merle Clarke Bothasig Health Committee Mr Gregory Stokell Edgemead Primary School
Officials: Mrs Deidre Prinsloo Secretariat, Sub council 3 Mrs Bridget French Ward Clerk – Ward 5
Absent with apologies: Cllr Christiana Groenewoud PR Councillor Mrs Roxanne Moses Subcouncil Manager Ms Zelda Kabeya Bethal Christian Ministry
WC5 02/02/21 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
It was noted that Cllr C Groenewoud, Mrs R Moses and Ms Z Kabeya were absent with apologies.
WC5 03/02/21 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CHAIRPERSON
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The Chairperson extended a word of welcome to all present and thanked everyone for their attendance.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens delivered her Chairperson’s report of which a copy is attached to the minutes.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens thanked Ward Committee member, Merle Clarke for her contribution to Ward 5 upon her resignation.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens introduced Mrs Deidre Prinsloo as the new secretariat to the Ward 5 Ward Committee.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens presented each ward committee member with a certificate of thanks for their contributions for 2020.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens commenced with the announcements by touching on the function of the Subcouncil 3 Community Organization Database. Councillor H Carstens advised that currently there are too many members listed on the database and urged each committee member to register only one person and an alternative of their organization, the chairperson and one other, on the database in aid of avoiding confusion. Councillor H Carstens advised that failing to register or update information on the database creates difficulty to circulate information. Councillor H Carstens further mentioned the importance of the information shared and discussed at the Ward Committee meeting to be distributed from each ward committee member to their organization to ensure the flow of information to the community.
Councillor H Carstens advised that she will send out an email to each committee member with a list of all the members listed on the database from their respective organizations. Each member then needs to correct / add / remove the information on the database as these changes can only be done by the organization.
Mr Desmond Wallace suggested that each organization have at least two people registered on the database to ensure that the information does in fact get distributed.
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Mr Paul Innes requested that the contact list at the subcouncil’s office also be updated to prevent the same email from being sent to the same person by all of the officials within the subcouncil.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens spoke on the food gardens and said that instead of continual food handouts, the City has decided on a more sustainable long term approach to set up producing food gardens. The capacity for food gardens has been extended up to 10 gardens per ward. Capacitation on food gardens in Ward 5 will be moving forward within the next few weeks. Councillor H Carstens handed an information pack to Mr Gregory Stokell as a guideline to the food garden that will be produced at Edgemead Primary School.
Mr Allan Donaldson inquired whether the water pump has been installed and the electricity been mended at the Bothasig Community Hall.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens confirmed that all the above is under control.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
A. That the contents of the report be noted. B. That the matter regarding the Community Organisations Database as minutes above be communicated to the office of the Subcouncil Manager.
ACTION: DEIDRE PRINSLOO
WC5 04/02/21 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES – 27 OCTOBER 2020
On the proposal of Mr Desmond Wallace and seconded by Mr Allan Donaldson of the ward committee the minutes of the meeting of 27th October 2020 be approved.
NOTED
WC5 05/02/21 PRESENTATION: THE FUNCTION OF A WARD COMMITTEE
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens provided a presentation of the function of a ward committee. A copy of the presentation is attached.
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Mr Patrick Pillay inquired about the 51% quorum and whether it is solely for the meeting or decision making purposes.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens confirmed that it is for decision making purposes.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC5 06/02/21 CAPE TOWN DAM LEVEL DECREASE TO 85.4%
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens advised that her office will be sending out reports on the dam levels to each organization once the contact list has been updated.
Councillor H Carstens also stressed the importance of monitoring the level of the dams and that reflects the level of water use. A corresponding media release attached to the agenda.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC5 07/02/21 ESKOM’S LOAD-SHEDDING IMPACT ON CITY-SUPPLIED CUTOMERS
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens informed that Bothasig is being served by Eskom and Edgemead is being served by City of Cape Town. A corresponding media release attached to the agenda.
Mr Gregory Stokell posed the question as to whether there are more Eskom supplied areas in Cape Town or vice versa.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens advised that she is not one hundred percent sure and that it is split by ESKOM.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC5 08/02/21 ELECTRICITY SERVICE REQUEST DELAYS COULD BE EXPERIENCED DUE TO COVID-19 POSITIVE STAFF CASES: LOAD SHEDDING
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens emphasised the importance of understanding that the staff members working for City of Cape Town who actions the service requests are large amounts of people working at depots who are easily exposed to the virus. Should one person
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contract the virus the entire depot goes on lockdown and each staff member needs to get tested. Covid-19 is rampant within the front line services which are the essential services of City of Cape Town and therefore a delay in service delivery could be experienced. A corresponding media release attached to the agenda.
Mr Desmond Wallace expressed his concerns about the amount of street lights that are out on Bothasig and advised that his organization will compile a spreadsheet with all the faulty street lights in Bothasig listed and forward it to Mrs Bridget French for further escalation.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens emphasized that City of Cape Town is operating at a lower capacity with limited staff due to Covid- 19 and requested this be taken into consideration when service delivery is delayed.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC5 09/02/21 CITY ADVISES ON DELAYS IN REFUSE COLLECTION AND CLEANSING SERVICES
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens advised that she will not go into depth with item as the circumstances are the same as pertaining to item 8. A corresponding media release attached to the agenda.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC5 10/02/21 POTHOLE REPAIR PROGRAMME
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens informed that the programme is running behind as it was supposed to start in January 2021. Temporary repairs have been proceeding until the actual programme commences. A repair programme plan for each area has been attached to the agenda.
Mr Allan Donaldson inquired as to whether the contractor for the potholes is the same as the contractor who repaired the sidewalks.
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens said that it was a different contractor.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
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That the contents of the report be noted.
WC5 11/02/21 CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA 1996 AND REGULATIONS
The Chairperson Councillor H Carstens presented and discussed a document that sets out the functional areas of the three spheres of government and advised that each sphere is independent of the other but interlinked in the sense that Local Government rely on Provincial Government and Provincial on National. If there is a discord from the one, it ripples through to all. Councillor H Carstens highlighted the functions of Local Government.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC5 12/02/21 WARD COMMITTEE MEMBER SECTOR FEEDBACK
Feedback forms received from Mr Paul Innes and Mr Allan Donaldson
The Chairperson urged and reminded Ward Committee members to submit their Ward Committee Sector Feedback Forms.
It was noted that the outstanding feedback forms must be e-mailed to the secretariat.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
CLOSING OF THE MEETING The meeting ended at 16:51
______HELEN CARSTENS DATE CHAIRPERSON
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WARD 5 WARD COMMITTEE
Chairperson Report: Ward Councillor Helen Carstens 4 February 2021
Dear Ward Committee Members,
I would like to take this opportunity and wish one and all the very best for 2021. We are facing challenges on all levels as we charter our way through a pandemic that has taken the world by storm.
To say that life will not be the same as before COVID-19 is an understatement as the time has come to live and do things differently. Change is not easy for us but change is what we have to embrace at this time.
Council has to adhere to the Disaster Management Regulations and the constant changing and adjusting of these regulations can be challenging within the City. I do recommend that residents familiarize themselves with the relevant Gazette and Regulations that are available on the Government Website.
Ward projects in Edgemead and Bothasig are going ahead with regulations in mind. The Edgemead Dog Park on Sunnyside Road is completed – it requires some bins and a sign board however I am happy that the residents are happy with this. We are also looking at locking the gates but that can only come about if there is a resident who is prepared to assist with this. I must at this point state that the allocation of a Dog Park is not done lightly and many meetings and site visits are undertaken by myself and the Parks Department who are the property owners/custodians of the parks. There are many variables that must be taken into account with regard to the location. Unfortunately, there are residents who live next to a park, a church or a school who always have something to say about the activities, the noise or the parking. We must bear in mind that we do not live isolated in our house and that there are others who live in the same street as we do and that we do not all have the same opinions and perceptions. The Bothasig Dog Park will get solar lights this year as well as a dipped swimming pool for the doggies.
The upgrade to the entrances of Edgemead and Bothasig are underway with the upgrade to De Grendel Avenue taking place currently and the completion of the entrance in Edgemead by the Engen Garage.
I have engaged the Parks Department and requested that the parks in Ward 5 be watered and an attempt made to rehabilitate the grass. I have requested a watering schedule and will be monitoring this closely.
I have engaged with the Roads Department and there is a comprehension Pot Hole Repair Programme currently underway in both Edgemead and Bothasig. The Department has advised that they will be
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working in every street where there is a pothole. I will be monitoring this and will welcome any feedback on streets that have been missed out.
My further insistence with the Roads Department was to ensure that the weeds in the ward are removed. I am disgusted at the state of the weeds and I have requested that they first remove the weeds and then spray. I can only hope that this is done. They have advised that the contractor should begin this month with the weed spraying.
Regular street sweeping is taking place however the wind and the falling leaves is not helping much with this.
I am happy to report that Food Lovers have made application for the development of the old Super Plants site. The public comment is out to the abutting residents and runs until 1 March. Should this be completed, there will be movement on the site in a few months. I am very happy that Food Lovers have adhered to my request that no large delivery vehicles use Link Road or deliver to the site. They have agreed that all deliveries will be to their distribution centre and will then be delivered to the site in a much smaller truck. They have also agreed to maintain the entire perimeter of the site. This is indeed good news and will be a wonderful addition to the Ward and create a pleasant entry into the area.
Residents must please bear in mind that Refuse delays will be experienced due to COVID-19. This does not mean that the refuse will not be collected, it means it will and could be delayed. Residents are required to place their bins out the next day, until it is collected. Teams have and will work overtime to catch up on any delays and will work over weekends as well. It is for this that we ask for understanding as it is difficult to work at full capacity when depos are in quarantine.
I am happy to report that the Urban Gardens in the Ward are moving along slowly but nicely and hopefully in the coming months there will be markets of fresh vegetables. There are gardens at the Bothasig Community Hall, gardens starting at the Schools and the Edgemead and Bothasig Libraries. Hopefully this will assist residents and in time, will provide food security to many. Although this project has been moving very slowly, I do believe that there will be some action in the coming weeks and I will be engaging with all the Garden holders and with those who have indicated their willingness to join and assist in this project.
The Informal Trading Plan for Ward 5 is due to serve before Council next month. This has gone over an extensive Public Participation Process which began before lockdown with a public meeting at the Edgemead Community Hall and further options to submit comments via email and now, during January my office sent it to all the Community Organizations in the Ward for a last round of public participation as a curtesy due to the lockdown. The trading area is at the Edgemead Village Centre and there are 4 bays with conditions that have always been that there be no wood sales and no food sales. There are no other trading sites in Ward 5. When this is promulgated it will be the only area where trading is allowed.
I would like to stress that the City advocates a Give Responsibly policy as begging offers no hope or future for the beggar. Giving is no longer as simple as handing out coins or food. If you really want to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most, make sure you give a hand up and not a hand out.
DO NOT:
Give money, food or clothing directly to those begging, it is often sold or exchanged for drugs and alcohol:
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Give money or food to children or mothers with babies or people with dogs begging on the streets, as this encourages them to go beg on the streets.
DO:
Sponsor The Haven Shelter or any other Shelter;
Donate clothing, dried food products or offer of your time to help an organisation that exists to empower the homeless;
Give time and respect to street people. Try to understand problems, discuss solutions and refer them to an organization for assistance.
Use the toll-free number 0800 220 250 to report street children (under 18) and 0800 87 2201 to report street people in need of assistance and visit www.capetown.co.za
Finally, I would like to thank all the ward committee members and also I would like to urge one and all to understand that this pandemic affects us all on various levels and that there will be changes to daily lives and to services rendered. We are all navigating this together and it is something none of us have ever had to deal with before so patience, understanding and compassion are the order of the day.
THANK YOU.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Merle Clarke for her contribution to this Ward Committee. Merle has been a part of Ward Committees with me when they were first initiated in the City of Cape Town and we served together for many years. Merle, I am going to miss you very much and I will miss your presence at this committee too but I am sure I can say for all the members here too, that we wish you well as you relocate to be with your family and you might be out of sight but you will never be out of mind.
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ANNEXURE D MINUTES OF A SKPYE WARD COMMITTEE MEETING FOR WARD 70, HELD ON WEDNESDAY, 24TH FEBRUARY 2021 AT 15:00
W70 01/02/21 OPENING AND PRAYER
The Ward Councillor, Councillor Andrea Crous welcomed all present and opened the meeting with a minute of silence.
Present: Ward Committee members: Cllr Andrea Crous Chairperson and Ward Councillor Ms Salomé Thonnard Tygervalley Property Owners Association Dr Loraine Maritz Welgemoed Safe Mrs Hanna Joubert Hoheizen Residents Association Ms Estee Louw Valley NPC Ms Celinde Burger Doordekraal Residents Association Mr Hennie Koekemoer Loevenstein Crime Watch Mr Neville Potgieter Friends of the Tygerberg Hills Ms Adele Camarena Welgemoed Greens Inwonersverenging Mr Geordie Hogarth Kendridge The Hills Ratepayers Association
Visitors: None
Officials: Ms Kyla Miller Secretariat - Subcouncil 3 Ms Theresa Spring Ward Assistant Mr Willem Myburgh Recreation and Parks Mr Quinton Abrahams Recreation and Parks Mr Vincent Harris Roads and Stormwater Mr Pieter Strümpher Property Management
W70 02/02/21 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
With apologies: Mrs Roxanne Moses Subcouncil 3: Manager
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Yolandie Coetzee Secretariat – Subcouncil 3
W70 03/02/21 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CHAIRPERSON
The Chairperson, Councillor Andrea Crous extended a word of welcome to all present.
Councillor Crous delivered her Chairperson’s address of which a copy is attached to the minutes.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
W70 04/02/21 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
RESOLVED
That the minutes of the ward committee meeting for Ward 70 held on 25 November 2020 be CONFIRMED without any corrections. The minutes were confirmed by Estee Louw and seconded by Geordie Hogarth. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
W70 05/02/21 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: APPLYING TO LEASE MUNICPAL LAND AND LANES Mr Pieter Strümpher was present. The process regarding the leasing of Municipal land and lanes was briefly explained to the members of the Ward Committee. It was noted that the property management department only reacts on actual applications that are being lodged by abutting neighbours and that physical applications are needed in order to obstruct access to municipal land. There are processes to follow such as applications, liaising with internal departments, public participation including how to deal with objections.
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It was noted that information brochures and applications could be obtained from Mr Strümpher . Upon enquiry regarding a guesthouse in Loevenstein posing parking problems, Mr Strümpher said that he is aware of the guesthouse who had lodged an application back in 2019 and advised that the point of entry would be to contact his office who would deal with this internally. Councillor Crous enquired regarding the different costs involved affiliated to the application process. Mr Strümpher briefly explained the type of costs that would apply to the applications made including the public participation process.
It was noted that Ms Salome Thonnard would be in contact with Mr Strümpher via email regarding a piece of land situated next to Willowbridge.
Ms Loraine Maritz enquired regarding the lanes of Van Riebeeckshof and Welgemoed. It was suggested that Ms Loraine Maritz communicate to Mr Strümpher via email.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
W70 06/02/21 DISCUSSION: OPERATIONAL MATTERS PERTAINING TO ROADS AND STORMWATER Mr Vincent Harris was present. Councillor Crous made mention of last year’s winter rains and storm damages. Mr Hennie Koekemoer welcomed Mr Harris’ initiative to involve the community by identifying potholes. Mr Koekemoer offered his assistance to provide additional information if required. It was noted that Mr Harris informed the meeting that there is a standard operation procedure with reference to who is responsible for what. Mr Harris proceeded to explain the operations of the Roads department. He said that the department was seriously affected at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, as they had to adhere to the regulations. Thereafter, they had to adapt to changes as the levels of the Lockdown was gradually adjusted. He said that the department had appointed contractors to assist with the backlog impounded on the operations. The contractors assisted during the period of October – December 2020.
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Mr Harris continued to say that not all potholes are being reported and that the department can only react on information received, including C3 notifications received. Mr Harris also said that there is allocated budget for potholes to be attended to and that they are currently awaiting feedback from supply chain management regarding a tender number and appointment of the contractor to attend to a long list of potholes. Mr Geordie Hogarth expressed his concerns regarding the reeds causing flooding next to the residential area at the duck pond and he is concerned that it could develop into a health hazard. Mr Harris proceeded to inform the members about the annual winter preparedness programme. He said the depot will attend to the red gulley area and two contractors are appointed who will be responsible for cleaning of the catch pits. They are currently working in the area. A new tender will be in place late in April/May 2021. Mr Harris informed Mr Hogarth that the reeds could only be attended to during February until June and unfortunately there is no tender in place for the reeds. It was agreed that Messrs Hogarth and Harris would engage with one another to find a possible solution concerning the cutting of the reeds. Councillor Crous thanked Mr Harris for his positive input in the Ward 70 area and appealed to the ward committee members to share the useful information amongst the sectors that they represent. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
W70 06/02/21 DISCUSSION: OPERATIONAL MATTERS PERTAINING TO ROADS TO PARKS Messrs Willem Myburgh and Quinton Abrahams were present.
Councillor Andrea Crous said that the Parks department had to undergo serious budget cuts.
Mr Myburgh continued to inform the members that the mandate of their department prioritizes public open spaces. He said that one of the biggest problems faced sufficient funding and trees that needs to be planted or pruned.
The processes of attending to service requests was explained to the Ward Committee members. Mr Myburgh also urged the
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members to make use of the reporting technique via the City Web where in future upon receiving a notification number for follow up purposes, it can be directed to him.
Mr Geordie Hogarth raised his concerns regarding the cutting of the trees where the branches are getting heavy on the sidewalks or the parks. Upon Mr Hogarth’s request for a tree pruning schedule, Mr Myburgh said that a schedule is not available as most of the work is budget-dependable. Mr Myburgh said that it takes approximately two months to complete a C3 request for tree pruning.
Mr Hogarth said that they are currently identifying problem trees in the area and are being logged. Mr Hogarth referred to the professional tree fellers that are in the area that could possibly assist with the tree pruning however it must be noted that the tree policy speaks to a limitation on the size of the tree pruning that can be pruned.
Mr Myburgh reiterated that Parks department prefer to prune their own trees however it can be considered to allow the professional tree fellers to do minor pruning.
It was noted that Mr Hogarth would engage Mr Abrahams concerning a list of trees to be reviewed for possible pruning.
Mr Hennie Koekemoer asked how the budget could be impacted on tree pruning as he is concerned about the Port Jackson trees in Loevenstein Park.
It was noted that Mr Koekemoer would engage with Mr Abrahams to clear confusion regarding the removal and pruning of the trees and the responsibility of the park. It was noted that the park referred to, belongs to the City of Cape Town Recreation and Parks department. Mr Abrahams confirmed that there is allocated budget to cover all costs for the maintenance of parks until June 2021.
Mr Myburgh said that there is no specific period allocated to the maintenance of trees as this is determined by means of an investigation.
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communication and transparency. Councillor Crous further thanked the officials for their hard work in Ward 70.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
W70 08/02/21 WARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS SECTOR FEEDBACK The Chairperson thanked the Ward Committee Members who have submitted their sector feedback forms and requested the members to submit their Ward Committee Sector Feedback Forms timeously.
It was noted that the outstanding feedback forms must be e- mailed to the Secretariat.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
CLOSING OF THE MEETING
The meeting ended at 16:30
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COUNCILLOR ANDREA CROUS DATE CHAIRPERSON
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WYKSKOMITEE VERGADERING: 24 FEBRUARIE 2021
Welkom by die eerste vergadering van 2021. Dit is nou byna ‘n jaar wat ons almal redelik huisgebonde is en ek dink almal se lewensomstandighede so verander het soos niemand van ons kon voorspel nie. Soos voorheen tydens ‘n vergadering verduidelik is, is al die verskillende departemente ook ernstig geraak deur Covid-19. Die departemente wat voorheen met ‘n klein begroting suksesvol was, het nou baie meer geld benodig om net na die basiese behoeftes van mense om te sien. Ander departemente was vasgevang met die inperking en is nie toegelaat om dienste te lewer of hulle begroting te spandeer nie. Dit het ‘n hele tyd gevat en ek is bly om te kan sê dat dienslewering besig is om terug te keer na redelik normal. Die volgende is bewys hiervan: City licensed more than 1,3 million vehicles in less than six months The City of Cape Town managed to license and register the more than 1,3 million registered vehicles in Cape Town in only six months, between June 2020 and December 2020. This is a doubling of the number of vehicle transactions normally done per month, and that would typically be done over a year. This exceptional transaction rate was a response to the backlogs created by COVID- 19, which is a country-wide phenomenon. Primarily 228 staff members have managed this feat amid the most trying of circumstances. The City has not received additional equipment from the National Government to enable it to work faster through the National Traffic Information Services (Natis). The City, as an agent of the National Government, receives allocated Natis terminals and the vehicle-related transactions can only be done on these terminals and programmes. COVID-19 will continue to impact licensing operations across the country.
The City also thank the residents for their support and understanding in what continues to be a trying time for all. Social housing plans for Cape Town are well on track: The Newmarket Street site (444 units projected yield) is also in the pipeline for social housing among others, with a short-term lease on the property contributing to upkeep and security in the interim. The City and the WCG are together driving the innovative Conradie Better Living Model (BLM) development (3 600 units total) in Pinelands, an inner city feeder suburb. Similar collaboration has succeeded in Belhar CBD (4 000 units total) where an affordable community context is being created around key education institutions. The City plans to build around 700 social housing units at Woodstock Hospital and the Helen Bowden property near the V&A Waterfront, owned by the Western Cape Government (WCG). Solid Waste:
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Na ‘n hele paar maande se sukkel om die probleme met te min vragmotors, is daar nou ander planne in plek en sal alle vullisverwydering hopelik teen middel Maart terugkeer na normal. Paaie Die Burgemeester het die administrasie versoek om alles in hulle vermoë te doen om die agterstand om paaie te herstel so spoedig as moontlik te doen. Die afgelope maar maande is daar baie beplanning gedoen en as ‘n mens redelik rondbeweeg, kan mens die verbeteringe duidelik sien. Baie dankie aan al die amptenare wat ekstraure ingesit het om by hierdie punt te kom. Water: Die vlakke van ons damme het verlede week gesak tot 78% teenoor die 66% die vorige jaar. Inwoners word versoek om water spaarsamig te gebruik en tuine voor 9:00 en na 18:00 nat te maak.
Public Participation: Call for proposed amendments to City’s Development Management Scheme The City of Cape Town is calling on residents and professionals in the built environment to submit comments and suggestions for the upcoming review of the City’s Development Management Scheme as from tomorrow, 22 February to 23 April 2021. This is an ideal opportunity for Capetonians to influence the future of the built environment in their areas and the city. AFSLUITING: Dra asb. hierdie boodskap uit na al die sektore wat u verteenwoordig. Die Munisipaliteit en sy amptenare is soos almal ook geraak deur Covid-19. Dus moet inwoners begrip wys vir agterstande en ook dankbaarheid dat daar mense is wat wel ‘n verskil wil maak en nou die ekstra myl stap! Dankie.
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ANNEXURE E MINUTES OF THE WARD COMMITTEE MEETING FOR WARD 107, HELD ON WEDNESDAY 17 FERBUARY 2021 AT 16:00 VIA SKYPE
WC107 01/02/21 OPENING AND PRAYER
The Chairperson Councillor Nicky Rheeder welcomed all present whereupon a moment of silence was observed.
Present: Ward Committee members: Cllr Nicky Rheeder Chairperson - Ward 107 Councillor Ms Ankarien Oelofse Table View Angels Mr Kenneth Spies Table View Community Police Forum Mr Kasagan Moodley Parklands Hindu Cultural Society Ms Mandy Da Matta Table View Ratepayers Association Ms Yvette Huysamer Rescue Rehab South Africa
Officials: Mrs Deidre Prinsloo Secretariat - Subcouncil 3
Absent with apologies: Ald Ian Nielson PR Councillor Mrs Roxanne Moses Subcouncil 3 Manager Mrs David Walters Greater Table View Action Forum Eric Basson Parklands Home Owners Association Lorraine Bastick Nutty Knitters
WC107 02/02/21 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
It was noted that Ald Ian Neilson, Mrs R Moses, Mr David Walters, Mr Eric Basson & Ms Lorraine Bastick were absent with apologies.
WC107 03/02/21 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CHAIRPERSON
The Chairperson Councillor N Rheeder extended a word of welcome to all present and thanked everyone for their attendance.
Councillor N Rheeder delivered her Chairperson’s report of which a copy is attached to the minutes.
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Emanating from the Chairperson’s report, Ms Mandy Da Matta asked if residents are allowed to come together to beautify and take ownership of certain areas at the Beach Front.
The Chairperson responded that she will arrange a meeting with the officials of the respective departments who oversees such projects.
Upon the question from Ms A Oelofse how City of Cape Town employs the workers in the parks, Councillor Rheeder explained that the Expanded Public Workers Programme (EPWP) Process and committed that she would make the applications forms available to the committee to distribute to the community. Councillor N Rheeder requested that the committee members explain to the public the importance that should the applicant’s personal details change after they have been added to the EPWP database they should make sure that the information is updated accordingly as the old information can prohibit them from obtaining a working opportunity.
At this point, the Chairperson Cllr Nicky Rheeder introduced and welcomed Mrs Deidre Prinsloo as the new secretariat to the Ward 107 Ward Committee.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
A. That the contents of the report be noted. B. That a meeting be arranged with officials from parks department regarding beautifying the Beach Front. C. EPWP forms to be printed and distributed to the Ward Committee Members.
ACTION: DEIDRE PRINSLOO
WC107 04/02/21 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES – 13 OCTOBER 2020
On the proposal of Mr Kenneth Spies seconded by Ms Mandy Da Matta of the ward committee the minutes of the meeting of 13th October 2020 be approved.
NOTED
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WC107 05/02/21 PRESENTATION:
It was noted that there were no presentations delivered for the month of February 2021.
WC107 06/02/21 GRANT FUNDING FOR FOOD GARDEN PROJECTS
The Chairperson referred to the invitation attached to the agenda and urged ward committee members to forward the advert to all the organizations that they represent in the community.
Upon Ms M da Matta’s question if the COCT would be able to provide land for such food gardens, Cllr Rheeder said that the City is not providing land for this purpose
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC107 07/02/21 FEEDBACK ON SAFE SPACE: CLLR N RHEEDER
The Chairperson informed the meeting that this item stemmed from the motion which emanated from this ward committee and that Cllr Joy Solomon and herself is jointly running this project.
It was noted that Councillor J Solomon has also brought this matter to the attention of the City of Cape Town’s Homeless Agency Committee.
Both Councillors Rheeder and Solomon feels that the narrative about street people needs to change positively as these people form part of the community and also needs to be taken care of. Wards 107 and 113 are on the list for a safe space where the Major, Mayco and Subcouncil 3 office are in full support. A potential property was established but the property owners are refusing to sell. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, City of Cape Town has been forced to cut expenses on projects of which safe spaces is one. Councillor N Rheeder said that she will be meeting with the relevant departments every three months and will continue to look for potential properties and buildings to be utilized as a safe space. Councillor N Rheeder also urged the ward committee members to keep a look out for potential buildings and properties within wards 107 and 113.
Upon Ms Da Matta’s request to be provided with more details about the safe space, Cllr Rheeder committed to provide more information for Ms da Matta.
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Ms Many da Matta extended her thanks to the Department of Social Development for their functionality within Ward 107.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
A. That the contents of the report be noted.
B. That the advert regarding safe spaces be provided to Ms da Matta.
ACTION: DEIDRE PRINSLOO
WC107 08/02/21 FEEDBACK ON SOCIAL NODE: CLLR RHEEDER
The Chairperson indicated that the proposal is in progress with the relevant departments and officials involved. This project’s focus is to bring all the City of Cape Town’s departments together as it will include a ‘basket of social services’ such as a Municipal Court, Social Workers, City Social Services, e.g. matrix program.
Emanating from Ms Yvette Huysamer question as to whether the Municipal Court can be used for animal cruelty cases, Councillor Rheeder said that the City of Cape Town would need a custodian for animal cruelty cases. The Chairperson said that Property Managements is also on board to the social node and actually suggested a potential space.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC107 09/02/21 ROAD REINSTATEMENTS: CLLR RHEEDER
The Chairperson said that a tender has been granted to the Water Department and came into effect on 13 February 2021. This tender is for all new reinstatement requests as well urgent matters recorded in the current backlog.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
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WC107 10/02/21 DISTRICT PLANS
The Chairperson said that the Subcouncil has arranged a full day workshop on the 2nd March 2021 with all the relevant councillors and city officials for the public participation process that will take place in April 2021. Councillor N Rheeder will obtain information regarding the outline of the public participation process based on the Covid-19 regulations.
Ms Mandy Da Matta suggested that the public participation process should include the heads of all the City departments and a few community leaders who can represent the entire community with all its concerns so that the community can feel that they had an input in the planning process. Ms Da Matta also requested demographic documentation and said that information from real estate agents should also be considered.
Councillor N Rheeder commuted to obtain the requested documents to assist the ward committee members to prepare for the public participation. Councillor N Rheeder stressed the importance of the ward committee members’ involvement in the public participation process and emphasised that they be very specific with their requests and concerns. Councillor N Rheeder suggested that Ms Mandy da Matta take the initiative in retaining information from the real estate agents.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
A. That the contents of the report be noted. B. That the Chairperson will obtain how the public participation process will materialize, taking into consideration the Covid-19 regulations. C. That the demographic documentation as requested by Ms Da Matta be obtained.
ACTION: DEIDRE PRINSLOO; CHAIRPERSON
WC107 11/02/21 REPORT ON ACTIVITIES FOR TRAFFIC SERVICES FOR THE MONTHS OF OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2020
The Chairperson said that this item served on the January 2021 Subcouncil Meeting Agenda. Traffic Reports for the months of October and November 2020 was attached to the ward committee agenda.
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RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be noted.
WC107 12/02/21 WARD COMMITTEE MEMBER SECTOR FEEDBACK
It was noted that feedback forms were received from Messrs Kasagan Moodley, Eric Basson and Kenneth Spies.
The Chairperson urged the Ward Committee members to submit their Ward Committee Sector Feedback Forms.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
CLOSING OF THE MEETING The meeting ended at 18:00
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ANNEXURE F
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE WARD COMMITTEE FOR WARD 113 HELD ON MONDAY, 30 NOVEMBER 2020 AT 17:00 AT THE SUBCOUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROYAL ASCOT, BRIDLE WAY, MILNERTON
Present:
Ward Committee members:
Councillor Joy Solomon Chairperson & Ward Councillor Anthony Bantich Tableview Community Police Forum Kasper Wiehahn Killarney Gardens Property Owners Association Dirk van Niekerk Greater Table View Action Forum Marie Enslin Friends of the Blaauwberg Conservation Area Isabella Ormandy The Milnerton Theatre
Subcouncil staff:
Yolandie Louwrens Secretariat: Subcouncil 3
WC113 01/11/20 OPENING AND PRAYER
The Chairperson, Councillor Joy Solomon requested a moment of silence in memory of Mrs Melody Potgieter from the Nutty Knitters who passed away earlier in November 2020.
WC113 02/11/20 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
With apologies:
Mr Chris Potgieter – Milnerton Lions Club Alderman JP Smith (PR Councillor: Ward 113) Subcouncil Manager
WC113 03/11/20 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CHAIRPERSON
The Chairperson, Councillor Joy McCarthy extended a word of welcome to all present.
Councillor McCarthy delivered her Chairperson’s address of which a copy is attached to the minutes.
NOTED
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WC113 04/11/20 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
On the proposal of Anthony Bantich seconded by Dirk van Niekerk the Ward Committee
RESOLVED
That the minutes of the Ward Committee held on 28 October 2020 be CONFIRMED without any amendments.
NOTED
WC113 05/11/20 MEDIA RELEASE: POTSDAM WASTE WATER TREATMENT WORKS
The Chairperson informed the meeting that the City’s Executive Mayor Alderman Dan Plato conducted an oversight visit to the Potsdam Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) with officials from the Water and Waste Directorate, who reported there has been major progress at the plant following critical repairs. During the visit on Wednesday, 4 November, Mayor Plato also viewed works at the Theo Marais canal in Milnerton and the growing crisis of land invasions adjacent to the Diep River in the broader Dunoon area.
The following is an extraction from the media release:
‘The Potsdam WWTW is showing a remarkable turnaround, performing increasingly within its licensing conditions since April 2020, and with final effluent samples showing E. coli readings well within regulatory targets over the last four months.
This follows the completion of emergency repairs reported on during the Mayor’s previous inspection in March 2020, including:
• Refurbished belt presses, one of the critical first stages of effluent treatment • Drained and cleaned maturation ponds, which retain effluent and had previously been contaminated
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• The installation of an upgraded Ultra Violet (UV) system, which kills bacteria using UV light in the final stages of treatment Ongoing maintenance has occurred alongside the overall R2,2 billion upgrade project, which will progressively add new technology and plant capacity between now and 2025.
Monthly progress reports are being supplied to residents via the local subcouncils.
‘The City’s interventions at Potsdam have made a big impact on improving effluent quality as per the update I received today. The results of the interventions are also visible at the plant. I’ve made it clear to officials that we need to be accountable for what is within our control. Our job is to make sure Potsdam functions, and broader upgrades to the plant, stormwater and sewer systems are prioritised. We will need strong social partnerships to deal with the major drivers of pollution in this catchment, including the abuse of the sewer system and ongoing land invasion attempts along the Diep River in the broader Dunoon area,’ said Mayor Dan Plato.
In the broader catchment, a weir has been repaired at Theo Marais Canal to specifically mitigate the extent of sewer spills reaching the Diep River System. Regular cleaning operations are taking place at the canal, which is also being excavated in 200 metre stretches to clear sediment build-up.
‘Sewerage pump stations in the Milnerton area are being refurbished and receiving top priority for upgrades. However, ongoing by-law contraventions in the area are a significant driver of pollution and remain a major concern for the City as we simply cannot police these 24/7 and need the community to do their part. Members of the public and businesses can help by complying with our bylaws and reporting abuse of the sewer system, which includes dumping inappropriate material into the system that leads to manmade blockages and overflows. Landlords need to ensure that backyard tenants have toilets connected to the sewage system, and apply for an extra wheelie bin if needed. This will go a long way towards helping us address those who are contributing to the problem,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Waste, Alderman Xanthea Limberg during the oversight visit.’
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RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED. WC113 06/11/20 WARD ALLOCATIONS 2021/22 – WARD 113
The Chairperson Councillor Joy Solomon worked through the schedule and after some discussion it was RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 07/11/20 FESTIVE SEASON PREPAREDNESS 2020/21
The Chairperson informed the meeting that the item served on the Subcouncil 3 agenda of the 19th of November 2020.
It was noted that the Subcouncil Manager distributed the Festive Season Preparedness plan for 2020/21 to the Ward Committees and Community Organisation Database.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 08/11/20 WARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS SECTOR FEEDBACK
The Chairperson, Councillor Solomon gave the Ward Committee members the opportunity to provide feedback on their respective organisations as indicated on their Ward Committee Sector feedback forms.
RESOLVED TO RECOMMEND
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
Councillor Solomon thanked the Ward Committee members for their involvement and everything that they do in and for the community and said that it does not go unnoticed.
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CLOSING OF THE MEETING
The meeting ended at 19:00.
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COUNCILLOR JOY SOLOMON DATE CHAIRPERSON
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Ward Committee address Nov 2020
In the words of Charles Dickens: this year has been “the best of times and the worst of times”
Best because when the COVID pandemic really hit us and level 5 lockdown happened, neighbours, communities and organisations banded together to assist each other with food parcels, shopping, collecting medication. Anything that was needed to ensure that all survived without incident to the end. There was a wonderful sense of camaraderie seldom seen in the area. Working from home became the new norm and we all had to develop new skills: Skype, MS Teams and Zoom meetings, remembering to mute your mike, and switch off your video camera so as not to embarrass yourself. For me, this certainly beats sitting in the traffic for an hour en route to the meeting, hunting for parking, sitting through the meeting and coming home in bumper to bumper traffic. This must also be doing wonders for our carbon emissions and our carbon footprint. Hopefully it will persist. Worst of times because many families, friends and colleagues lost loved ones to the pandemic, which no one expected. Due to the enforced lockdown, many businesses also did not survive, and with that, families lost their livelihoods, their homes, their cars and most of their possessions. Let’s pause for a minute to remember those affected in this manner... and I ask you all, where possible, assist those who have not fared as well as you … next time it might be you seeking assistance and you would hope to receive it.
Sadly, we are not out of the woods yet. As we head into the final straight of what has been a very challenging year, we are all reminded to keep up our guard. The Western Cape Health Department has confirmed that we are experiencing a spike in infections, in line with countries across the globe. It is therefore imperative that we comply with the national safety standards and practise good personal hygiene at all times
• Wash your hands regularly and thoroughly with soap and water, or use sanitiser with an alcohol content of at least 70% • Don’t touch your face • Wear a mask in the workplace or in public at all times • Keep a social distance of at least 1,5 metres • Cover your cough or sneeze • If you’re sick, stay at home The festive season is traditionally the time when we connect with family and friends, or take a vacation. Please ensure that you take all necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the virus and protect your loved ones. We have logged over 2000 new cases in the last two weeks… specifically, the Garden Route and Cape Metro (spiking in South and Khayelitsha)
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On a lighter note, the City and the Western Cape are busy kick starting our economy to claw back as many jobs as possible, as quickly as possible.
The City of Cape Town in partnership with the Craft and Design Institute (CDI) has launched the Cape Skills and Employment Accelerator project, which is focused on creating employment opportunities for youth and women in the clothing and textile industry in Cape Town over the next three years. The plan is for CDI to recruit between 40 to 60 SMMEs to participate in the project and the goal is to train 200 machinists for the sector.
If you know anyone who might be interested in applying, they can visit the link on https://www.thecdi.org.za/page/CapeSkillsandEmploymentAccelerator.
The application deadline is 15 January 2021.
The City’s beaches are ready for the summer season and this year, ten of the City’s beaches made the grade and have been awarded Blue Flag status by the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA).
WESSA used 33 criteria to determine if each beach meets the level of service excellence required for Blue Flag recognition and Melkboss and Silwerstroomstrand in our area have qualified for Blue Flag status.
Table View beach also has a lifeguard hub now, to prevent drownings over the holiday season
You are all aware of the ongoing land invasions that were experienced across the City … City is now drafting tougher laws for illegal occupation. One such document is “The Draft Unlawful Land Occupation framework
In a move to ward off land invaders and illegal occupations, the plan includes stricter law enforcement, fencing off all unused City land, security, lighting and putting up temporary structures.
These land invasions are often with the involvement of so called ‘shackfarming’ syndicates over the Covid-19 lockdown period and while the national crisis regulations remain in effect, among other reasons, have led to the establishment of new settlements in many parts of the metro… These areas are now demanding immediate services.
Crucial case on legality of shack demolitions started on 23 November, and Judges will rule whether a court order must be sought in all cases
Several other parties have now joined in the legal skirmish, which will probably end up at the Constitutional Court.
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One is the Western Cape Government, in support of the City, which has made submissions regarding consequences “when tools to intervene in largescale land invasions are taken away”. Provincial Minister of Human Settlements Tertius Simmer says: “The common law remedy of counter spoliation, which recognises an owner’s right to immediately retake possession of unlawfully-taken property, without approaching a court first, is a vital means by which violent and often orchestrated invasion of our land is avoided.”
While acknowledging the desperate need for housing, he said funds used to stop illegal land invasions would be better spent creating housing opportunities in a lawful manner for those registered on waiting lists.
The City of Cape Town said that about 200 staff had been attacked this year alone across the metro and it was alarmed at the number of attacks on officials, which were often physical while on duty trying to assist residents in parts of Cape Town. Robberies at gunpoint, attempted hijackings, pelting of vehicles with stones and bricks and assaults from protesting crowds are some of the attacks that city staff have had to endure this year. Mayco member for Energy, Phindile Maxiti, said that the number of attacks started increasing when the COVID-19 lockdown began. The spike in unlawful occupations had also led to an increase in illegal electricity connections in some areas, which overloaded the system and led to prolonged outages but the concern was when teams moved in, they are attacked. There were areas that were identified as red zones - such as Mfuleni, Phillipi and Siqalo - where officials could not work in unless they were escorted by law enforcement officers. As teams need to be accompanied by LE to do their work, this hampers service delivery.
Thank you for your attention... are there any questions on the address?
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MINUTES OF A SKYPE WARD COMMITTEE MEETING FOR WARD 113, HELD ON THURSDAY 25TH FEBRUARY 2021 AT 17:00
WC113 01/02/21 OPENING AND PRAYER
The Ward Councillor, Councillor Joy Solomon welcomed all present and opened the meeting where a moment of silence was observed.
Present: Ward Committee members: Cllr Joy Solomon Chairperson and Ward Councillor Mr Anthony Bantich Tableview Community Police Forum Mr Kasper Wiehahn Killarney Gardens Property Owners Association Ms Isabella Ormandy The Milnerton Theatre Mr Christiaan Potgieter Lions Club Milnerton
Visitors: None
Officials: Ms Kyla Miller Secretariat - Subcouncil 3
Absent with apologies: Ald Jean-Pierre Smith PR Councillor (DA) Mrs Roxanne Moses Subcouncil Manager Ms Marie Enslin Friends of the Blaauwberg Conservation Area Mr Dirk Van Niekerk Greater Table View Action Forum Ms Yolandie Louwrens Secretariat – Subcouncil 3
WC113 02/02/21 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
It was noted that Ald Jean-Pierre Smith, Mesdames Moses, Enslin and Louwrens were absent with apologies. It was noted that Mr Van Niekerk experienced connectivity issues and therefore rendered an apology.
WC113 03/02/21 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CHAIRPERSON
The Chairperson, Councillor Joy McCarthy extended a word of welcome to all present.
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Councillor McCarthy delivered her Chairperson’s address of which a copy is attached to the minutes.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 04/02/21 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES – 30 NOVEMBER 2020
RESOLVED
That the minutes of the ward committee meeting for Ward 113 held on 30 November 2020 be CONFIRMED without any corrections. The minutes were confirmed by Mr Kasper Wiehahn and seconded by Mr Anthony Bantich. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 05/02/21 ASTRON AIR EMISSIONS LICENCE REF.NO. WCCT006 AND OTHER ISSUES The Chairperson, Councillor Joy Solomon worked through the summary of questions that were raised by herself regarding the incidents that occurred since Astron took over the Refinery within a 12-month period as well as answers provided by the Astron Refinery that was included in the Ward Committee Agenda. Mr Anthony Bantich stated that the replies received from Astron is unacceptable. It was noted that the Chairperson, Councillor Joy Solomon was in support of the comments made by Mr Anthony Bantich. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 06/02/21 TRAFFIC REPORT – JANUARY 2021 It was noted that the purpose of the report was to inform the Ward Committee members of the traffic statistics for Ward 113. The Chairperson, Councillor Joy Solomon briefly worked through the statistics for Ward 113.
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UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 07/02/21 PROGRESSIVE CAPITAL EXPENDITURE REPORT – WARD 113 The Chairperson, Councillor Joy Solomon informed the Ward Committee Members regarding the progress on the capital and operating Ward Allocation projects for Ward 113. It was noted that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the funding for the Seniors Programme offered by Sports and Recreation was not spent as intended and that there is still bulk of the funding left which will be utilised for exercise equipment for the elderly, and sports and play equipment will be provided to schools within the Ward 113 area. Furthermore, it was noted that the funding for the traffic calming would be spent on a measure that was justified and warranted for the intersection of Van der Graaff and Half Street.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 08/02/21 PIPE REPLACEMENT PROGRAMME IN FLAMINGO VLEI It was noted that ongoing pipe bursts, sewer overflows and major sewer junction collapses have occurred in Ward 113, as the area is quite old and because of the growth in the area. There has not been funding for the re-instating and replacing of these pipes. Furthermore, the Chairperson informed the Ward Committee members that a pipe replacement programme currently in place was scheduled to start in February 2021. However due to the tender award process being appealed, the commencement of the programme would only start in April 2021. It was noted that a pipe replacement plan for the Flamingo Vlei area has already been set out.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED That the contents of the report be NOTED.
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WC113 09/02/21 CHANGES TO TRAFFIC CALMING POLICY Councillor Joy Solomon reiterated that there are specific conditions for the installation of traffic calming measures. It was noted that an application needs to be submitted for traffic-calming measures which will be determined by a set of criteria in order for it to be warranted, as the City of Cape Town will only consider it where deemed necessary. It was noted that a few changes were made to the traffic policy of which a copy was attached to the Agenda. Mr Kasper Wiehahn raised his concerns regarding speeding on Marine Drive in front of Table View, as it is getting worse on a daily basis. Councillor Solomon suggested that Mr Wiehahn provide the exact locations to her in order to include it as part of the traffic interventions done in the area by Traffic Services. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 10/02/21 ENQUIRY REGARDING PLAYHOUSE – SUBMITTED BY MS ORMANDY Ms Isabella Ormandy raised concerns on behalf of the Chairman of the Milnerton Theatre regarding the sign that used to be at the top of the lane leading into the Library and Playhouse. Furthermore, Ms Isabella Ormandy also made mention to potholes found adjacent to the theatre on the playing fields which is a danger to children playing there. It was noted that Councillor Joy Solomon would inform the Roads department to have a look at it for possible replacement of the sign and repairing of the potholes.
Ms Ormandy expressed a word of thanks on behalf of the Milnerton Play Theatre towards Councillor Christiana Groenewoud regarding the renovations done at the theatre. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
WC113 11/02/21 WARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS SECTOR FEEDBACK The Chairperson, Councillor Solomon thanked the Ward Committee Members for submitting their Ward Committee Sector feedback forms. The Ward Committee members provided feedback on their respective organisations as indicated on their Ward Committee Sector feedback forms.
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UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED
That the contents of the report be NOTED.
Councillor Joy Solomon thanked the Ward Committee members for their involvement and everything that they do in and for the community.
CLOSING OF THE MEETING
The meeting ended at 17:55
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COUNCILLOR JOY SOLOMON DATE CHAIRPERSON
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Good evening everyone Good to hear you all this evening, in our virtual ward committee meeting. Thank you for taking the time out to serve ward 113 .. your commitment is appreciated and so glad you are well and able to join us. This year has definitely not been business as usual – all the scares and lockdowns due to COVID19 .. many have unexpectedly lost friends and family during this pandemic and our thoughts and hearts go out to them. You might wonder why we have Kyla as our secretariat today. Reason is Yolande had a fall down the stairs and broke her ankle rather badly, requiring screws on either side to stabilise the joint .. these still need to be removed after the break has healed, in another operation. Her mobility is limited to a walking ring and she cannot yet drive, so she is on sick leave till 19 March. We wish her a speedy recovery and thank you Kya for standing in at such short notice and assisting us tonight. There have been two other changes to Subcouncil 3: Mr Brand, our SC manager has retired and in his place we have Ms Roxanne Moses and we welcome her to SC 3. She was off to a flying start with the sludge issue. Then we also have a new SC Chairperson: Cllr Nicky Rheeder was nominated by the Mayor as the new SC chairperson. So, despite all the COVID issues, what has happened in the City and in our ward, of interest to all of us ? Where possible, all the line departments carried on, with special recommendations to Water and Sanitation and Solid Waste. Despite the obvious personal danger, the staff were cheerfully on duty and the service delivery carried on .. innovative ways ensured that where a staff member tested positive at a depot, the entire staff were not compromised, which was a huge relief. As a matter of interest, we had 1089 water and sewer -related C3 calls logged from 1 Jan to 11 Feb 2021. And the team turned up no matter what time of the day or night to effect the repair. I’m sure there is no one in ward 113 that is not aware of the sludge removal issue and the pall that hang over the ward for nearly 3 weeks, till we got the emergency tender in place ?? Let me state categorically that the City and the Mayco member did nothing wrong. The new tender for the sludge removal was advertised in Jan 2020 and awarded in march 2020. Party 1 received the tender and party 2 appealed. When a party appeals, the process is halted and the appeal is considered. If the appeal is upheld, the process starts all over again .. as happened here. The second round was gain appealed, the appeal considered and upheld and for a third time it went out on tender and appealed yet again .. eventually the emergency procurement process was used to get a contractor on site .. This is all part of the Municipal Finance Management Act, a piece of National Legislation, but playing by the rules delayed the very service delivery we were trying to promote.
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Needless to say the issue was probed in detail and measures are being considered to ensure that tenders are not needlessly delayed again. With all the pipe bursts and sewer issues in ward 113, road reinstatements after repair have also not been carried out as desired, due to tender issues. This has now bene resolved and roads are being reinstated, starting with the most urgent first. Dam levels are still dropping in the Province .. probably down below 70% by now with the howling South Easter and the heat. Please keep on saving water and re- using and recycling very drop ..we have no idea if this will be a good or a dry winter and water means life … treat it as such. IRT bus travelling times on most routes have been reduced to around 7pm, but not our route – The CT-TV-Atlantis route is very well used and will continue to operate until 11pm. Thank you for your attention .. are there any questions of clarity or comments?
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