GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 4 October 2023
Issued 4 Octoberr 2023, George Municipality
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 99,45
Rainfall for the previous 7 days 9.7mm(Measured the last week 2023)
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
Follow this link for the current Water Restrictions:
KENNISGEWING: FIN028/2023
2023/24 FINANSIëLE JAAR
AANSUIWERINGSBEGROTING 28 SEPTEMBER 2023
Kennis geskied hiermee ingevolge Artikel 28 van die Wet op Plaaslike Regering: Munisipale Finansiële Bestuur, 2003 (Wet no.56 van 2003) en Artikel 23 van die Munisipale Begrotings en Verslagdoening Regulasies 2008 onderskeidelik, dat die Aansuiweringsbegroting goedgekeur is tydens die Raadsvergadering van 28 September 2023.
Die dokument sal beskikbaar wees vir publieke inspeksie op die munisipale webtuiste, www.george.gov.za, 5 Oktober 2023.
Lede van die publiek word uitgenooi om skriftelike kommentaar by die munisipaliteit in te dien met betrekking tot die dokument. Alle kommentaar en insae moet gerig word aan “Die Munisipale Bestuurder, George Munisipaliteit, Yorkstraat 71, George 6530”.
Kontak gerus die Begrotingsbestuurder by 044 801 9122 vir enige verdere navrae.
DR M GRATZ
MUNISIPALE BESTUURDER
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NOTICE: FIN028/2023
2023/24 FINANCIAL YEAR
ADJUSTMENT BUDGET 28 SEPTEMBER 2023
Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 28 of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 (Act no.56 of 2003) and Section 23 of the Municipal Budgets and Reporting Regulations 2008 respectively, that the Adjustment Budget was approved during the Council meeting held on 28 September 2023.
This document will be available for public inspection and comments on the municipal website www.george.gov.za, from 5 October 2023.
Members of the public are invited to submit written comments or representations to the municipality in respect of this document. All comments and inputs must be directed to “The Municipal Manager, George Municipality, 71 York Street, George 6530”.
Please contact the Budget Manager at 044 802 9122 with any enquiries.
DR M GRATZ
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
Follow the link to read the Mayor’s Speech to Council – 28 September 2023
https://www.george.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Executive-Mayor-Speech-Ordinary-Council-28-September-2023.pdf
DESCRIPTION:
Two new traffic circles in York Street between Hope Street/ R102 circle and Union Street/Plattner Boulevard.
BACKGROUND:
The two new traffic circles and the associated road upgrades are required to accommodate the additional traffic to be generated by the new Mediclinic, the 1onYork development and the future Crocodile Farm residential development. The design of these road upgrades aligns with both Municipal and Provincial requirements, and the project is funded by various private stakeholders.
REMEDIAL WORKS:
Repairs must be done to defaults on the asphalt on three small sections in the left lane of the North and South bound road carriageways.
This repair work will be done on Thursday 28 September 2023 and all road users are requested to please be patient and adhere to the traffic accommodation measures that will be in place to assist with traffic flow and ensure the safety of the construction workers.
An apology is extended to all road users inconvenienced by the remedial works.
George Municipality Gender and Disability subsection, Community Development Department held a women’s day event recently with 241 women in attendance at the Conville Community Centre with entrepreneurship as a theme.
According to Ejustley Boshoff, Coordinator of the Gender and Disability subsection, the objectives were to network, motivate and give woman access to information to start their own businesses, to become entrepreneurs. Boshoff said, “It was a very successful event, we received very positive feedback. We had very powerful and informative speakers Lucinda Orie, a well-known speaker, was a very powerful speaker at the event and gave insight into her life story and her book, when a woman is damn fool, which she released in 2022. Lianda Landman from Seda (Small enterprise development agency) was also a speaker at the event and gave an informative speech on how Seda can assist small businesses.
Carli Adams, a very well-known transgender businesswoman, shared her journey of becoming a successful hairdresser with the audience.
Boshoff said they’ve had a few successful stories coming from the event with unemployed women that were linked with other entrepreneurs that will assist them in future with their ventures and give them opportunities that will provide possible employment.
Boshoff said the women were spoiled by the Gender and Disability subsection with a hearty cooked meal for lunch. They had coffee, tea and rusks when they arrived and had muffins later.
South Africa commemorates Women’s Month as a tribute to the thousands of remarkable women who marched to the Union Building in Pretoria in 1956. They protested the Pass Law and the restriction of movement for people of colour. Organisations and individuals give tribute to the pioneers of the women’s movements, women in leadership positions and businesswomen.
Photo above: Carly Adams, Angelique Vezasie, Sorica Campher, Ejustley Boshoff, Cllr Thandiswa Qatana, Ennie Mudau, Nozipho Stone and Estelle Fredericks at the Women’s Day event at the Conville Civic Centre.
Ejustley Boshoff and Sharon Williams, a hairdresser that will register her business after the event. To the right is Ennie Mudau from the Department of Justice, a speaker at the event. She is part of the Anti- Gender Based Violence and Femicide Forum.
Ejustley Boshoff, Dolphina Lamprecht with flowers she received at the event, and Cllr Thandiswa Qatana.
Some of the ladies attending the Women’s Day event.
Lucinda Orie, writer and motivational speaker at the event.
A view of the women attending the event at the Conville Community Centre.
Update Kraaibosch Estate/Groenkloof area –
Issued by George Mun 27 September 2023 at 15h35:
Water will be interupted for another 5 hours. Contractor deployed to assist the Municipality. This is a bulk supply pipeline failure.
Repair work continues in the Parkdene area and the team is busy with the final two joints on the MV line. Testing needs to be completed before energizing can take place.
The estimated time of repair been amended to 18h00 today.
The following streets remain affected by the power outage:
Ballot Str, Apollo Str, Circular Str, Koppel Str, Parish Str, Setlaars Str, Lavender Lane, Neptunus Str, Venus Str, Jupiter Str, Sonop Lane, Hercules Str, Kloof Str, Rotary Str, Fiskaal Str, Makou Str, Hoep-Hoep Str
Should any other streets be affected please report to the Elec Whatsapp line 067 350 3295 or phone in on 044 801 9222/ 044 801 9202/9258
Further updates will be posted by 14h00 today on all of our platforms – please check Facebook top of the page.
Contact our Electro department for further enquiries on the WhatsApp Line 067 350 3295 or on 044 801 9222/ 044 801 9202/9258
George Municipality apologizes for the inconvenience to residents living in this area.
Eskom load shedding update, Sunday, 24 September 2023: In the past 24 hours Eskom have had failures of 3 generating units. We have been unable to replenish the pumped storage dam levels sufficiently for the week ahead. Therefore, Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented from 20:00 tonight until further notice. Eskom will publish another update should any significant changes occur.
George will be affected as follows:
Sunday 24/09/2023
20:00 – 22:30
Monday 25/09/2023
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
Tuesday 26/09/2023
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30
18:00 – 20:30
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Sunday 24/09/2023
23:00 – 01:30
Monday 25/09/2023
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
Tuesday 26/09/2023
05:00 – 07:30
13:00 – 15:30
21:00 – 23:30
Urgent weather alert: Western Cape Government activates Disaster Centre as storm escalates and LOCALS SHOULD TAKE SERIOUS NOTE
Issued 24 September 2023
The Western Cape Government activated its Disaster Centre and the public should be on high alert in George as well. The South African Weather Service is forecasting strong winds, about 50 km/h, for later this afternoon and tomorrow between 15h00 and 17h00, with expected winds of 80-100km/h locally.
The Provincial Disaster Management Centre today after an update from the South African Weather Services confirmed that the approaching storm will be more severe than was previously communicated. A level 6 Impact Warning for heavy rains has now been upgraded to a Level 9 Impact for torrential rains in parts of the Overberg, Cape Winelands, and spreading towards the Garden Route District on Monday, Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning said.
George Municipality asks our residents to take serious note of the South African Weather Services warning issued today. The municipality continues to clear drains and is preparing as far as possible for the expected damage from high winds, together with rain which is expected today and tomorrow.
Important contact details for emergencies:
George
AFTER-HOURS AND EMERGENCIES: 044 801 6300
Fire and Rescue: 044 801 6311 or 044 801 6300
Uniondale
Fire: 044 801 6311 or 044 801 6300
Precautionary Tips to Consider:
1. Look out for objects that could be easily swept up and picked up by gusts of wind. Place garbage cans, patio furniture, grills and other potentially wind-borne objects inside your home, garage or an undercover area where possible.
2. Clean out your roof gutters and remove any objects that could block water from flowing into sewerage drains. The better the water flow, the more you can prevent any damage to your roof and the possibility of collapsing walls.
3. Check the stormwater catchment pits and kerb inlets in front of and around your property – clear any visible debris or contact THE EMERGENCY SERVICES NUMBER ON 044 801 6300.
4. Ensure that all temporary structures are well anchored.
5. Keep your windows shut to prevent them from being damaged by excessive wind.
6. Ensure your vehicle wipers and lights are functioning properly in case you are caught in a bad storm. This will ensure you can see and are seen on the road during the storm.
7. In the event of rain, drive slowly and keep a safe following distance (approximately three cars apart). This allows you to stop in time as the roads will be slippery.
8. If you decide to pull off the road, keep your hazards on so other motorists can see you.
9. Keep your phone charged and keep a power bank on hand to ensure you can stay in touch or call for help in cases of emergencies.
10. Do not park under trees as they can be uprooted and fall on your car.
11. Be vigilant and do not drive across low bridges or intersections that are flooded as your car could be swept up by fast-moving water.
12. George Fire Department has sand available for households wanting to prepare for possible further rain.
Power restored to Palgrave and Wentzel Streets, George South. Issued by George Mun 24 Sep 2023 at 14h40.
Weather Alert: South African Weather Service warns of disruptive rain expected on level 9
Warning valid Sunday, 24 September 2023 from 13h00 – Monday, 25 September at 23h00
Areas impacted by disruptive rain – all municipal areas of the Garden Route – Hessequa, Mossel Bay, George, Knysna, Bitou, Oudtshoorn, and Kannaland.
An intense cut-off low-pressure system is expected to produce showers and thundershowers over the Western Cape from Sunday into Monday. From Sunday afternoon; some of these thunderstorms are expected to be severe over the Garden Route district, including other areas in the Western Cape. This will result in rapid heavy downpours, excessive lightning, strong downdraft as well as large amounts of small hail.
The Garden Route District Municipality appeals to residents to be alert and cautious. If on the road, avoid flooded areas and rivers and be ready to move to higher ground, if necessary.
Remember to keep pets safe.
Watch the District and Local Municipal social media pages and local media for updated information.
Report weather-related incidents to the Garden Route Disaster Management Centre at 044 805 5071.
The South African Weather Service warns Thunder storms is to escalate from level 6 to 9 today and into tomorrow.
The Municipality appeals to residents to be alert and cautious. If on the road, avoid flooded areas and rivers and be ready to move to higher ground, if necessary. Remember to keep pets safe. The public can fill sandbags can at the Fire Department Mitchell Street. Watch the George Municipal social media pages, website and local media for updated information.
Important contact details for emergencies:
George
AFTER-HOURS AND EMERGENCIES: 044 801 6300
Fire and Rescue: 044 801 6311 or 044 801 6300
Uniondale
Emergencies:044 801 6311 or 044 801 6300
Update: N2 near Thembalethu bridge opened after a vehicle accident. Issued by George Municipality 22 September 2023 at 17h25
Unplanned water outage: Update on the low flow of water, Skuinsbank Street, Herold’s Bay
Issued by George Municipality 22 September 2023 at 17h15
Skuinsbank Street continues to experience low water flow after a water pipe was damaged in the Street. All households have flowing water but houses that have more than one storey will not have flowing water on the upper floors. Teams will continue work in the area on Saturday.
George Municipality apologises for the inconvenience and appeals that water be used sparingly to allow pressure to increase in the network and water to reach high-lying areas.
1. 11th avenue Denneoord. ETR 3-5 hours. Tanker enroute and will be stationed at 11th Avenue.
2. Corner of Charlie Williams and Gideon in Blanco. Golden Valley surrounds affected. Fire department tanker will be stationed at corner of Robyn and Crystal Avenues. ETA 17.30 Will be supported by smaller tanker after Denneoord burst is complete. ETA 21:00.
NOTICE TO ALL ENTREPRENEURS / INFORMAL TRADERS IN THE CITY OF GEORGE
TO APPLY FOR AN INFORMAL TRADING STAND FOR ONE YEAR.
The George Municipality acknowledges the relevance and contribution of informal trading to the socio-economic growth of the area. The informal trading sector provides a means of generating local business opportunities for people and bringing income and job opportunities into the communities. To this effect, the George Municipality hereby invites residents of George to apply for an informal trading opportunity through a fair, equal, and transparent process.
Trading stands are available at the following allocated areas:
Residential:
Blanco
Pacaltsdorp
Conville
CBD:
Hibernia Street
York Street
Van der Stel Square
The following criteria will apply:
Application forms can be obtained from the George Municipal Website and the Economic:
Follow the link for the application form:
https://www.george.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Informal-traders-application-form-2023-2024-Final.pdf
Development Office on the 4th floor of George Municipality Main Building.
Completed applications must be placed in the Application Box at the George Municipality on the
Fourth Floor, Directorate: Planning and Development, LED, York Street, George
by no later than 12h00 on 5 October 2023. Late applications will not be considered.
For enquiries and further information please contact Kevin Abrahams at 044 801 9092 or email kabrahams@george.gov.za
George Municipality Environmental Services cancelled the Household Hazardous Waste Open Day today due to the bad weather. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The next open day for the disposal of Household Hazardous Waste is on 24 November 2023 from 08h00 to 15h00 at Outeniqua Stadium Parking, Augusta St, George.
What we take
• Motor oil, oil filters, brake fluid
• Used antifreeze
• Paint, paint thinner, turpentine
• Pesticides or herbicides
• Household batteries
• CRTs, old TVs, miscellaneous
electronics, Tyres, Fluorescent tubes and Globes
• Household medical waste (needles
and old medicine and tablets)
We Don’t Take
• Explosives • Ammunition
• Radioactive Materials
• Controlled Substances
Additional Information
Bring the items you wish to dispose of in a strong box preferably in their original, labelled containers.
Do not EVER mix products together.
Phone George Municipality Environmental office on 044 802 2900 for any queries.
The George Municipality Disaster Management team has deemed the Lions Karoo to Coast unsafe to proceed due to expected adverse weather conditions on Sunday, 24th September 2023.
We must put the safety of people first and after deliberation notified the race organisers of this decision at 20:00 on Thursday, 21st September 2023. The event organisers will issue a more detailed release to the rider entry database on Friday 22nd September.
The Lions Karoo to Coast is an annual 100 km mountain bike race held in September down the Prince Alfred’s Pass from Uniondale to Knysna.
George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience caused due to the cancellation of the event. We thank the participants, and everyone involved for their understanding in this regard.