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Author: Debra Sauer

Planned power outage:portion of Pacaltsdorp Industria (Pioneer Street)

 
NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.
 
THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:
 
PORTION OF PACALTSDORP INDUSTRIA
PIONEER STREET
 
NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on FRIDAY 23 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.
 
Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on MONDAY 26 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00.
 
KENNISGEWING VAN DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.
 
DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:
 
GEDEELTE VAN PACALTSDORP INDUSTRIA
PIONEER STRAAT.
 
KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op VRYDAG 23 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H00 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.
 
Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op MAANDAG 26 AUGISTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H00.

Public Notice: NATIS SYSTEM STILL DOWN AT MVR Blanco

Please be advised that the NATIS System is currently down at the Motor Vehicle Registration Blanco satellite office due to a Network problem. The office has experienced technical difficulties since yesterday, Tuesday, 20 August. However, the system is fully operational at the MVR in Hibernia Street and the public is asked to visit this office (next to the train station) for transactions. The Pacaltsdorp Traffic Services Department (DLTC) is also open for business.

We will keep the public updated.

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 21 August 2024

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height                                    88,24%

Rainfall for the previous days:                                                                        2 mm (Measured rainfall figures from 13 – 19 August 2024)

 

For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7

The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

HR Exhibition Provides Key Insights and Support to Municipality Officials

In the photo above are Andrea Maart and Haily Oktober, officials from Human Resources at the HR Exhibition of the George Municipality at the Banquet Hall.

In a bid to enhance accessibility and communication, the Municipality’s Human Resources department hosted a successful exhibition on August 14, 2024, at the Banquet Hall. The event aimed to provide employees with direct access to essential HR information and services.

Each HR section set up a dedicated stall, offering employees the opportunity to engage with HR officials without the need for appointments. The traffic department was also present to demonstrate and educate employees on road safety. The exhibition covered a wide range of HR services, each tailored to address specific employee needs including,

Benefits – Focusing on updating beneficiary forms to ensure all records are current and accurate.

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)provided crucial safety tips and addressed SHE (Safety, Health, and Environmental) requests. The Performance Management System (PMS) officials explained performance evaluation processes and the probationary review system.

Officials from Training and Development offered guidance on Personal Development Plans and Skill Audit forms to support career growth.

Officials from the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) introduced the newly appointed EAP personnel who detailed the counseling services available.

Labour Relations officials clarified the various Labour Relations processes and procedures.

Officials from Recruitment and Selection highlighted the new online application process and the necessary documentation for job applicants.

Chrystal Spies, Coordinator of the event and HR officials said the HR Exhibition proved to be a valuable resource, fostering a better understanding of available services among employees.

She said the department extends its gratitude to all who participated and visited the various stalls throughout the day.

For more updates on future HR events and services, employees are encouraged to stay connected with the HR department.

Anneli Jansen from Stormwater Services at Civil Engineering said she is happy to be part of this event. She said she had the opportunity to ask questions to HR officials that she was unsure of.

Sylvino Jacobs from Sewerage Networks, Civil Engineering was at the George Traffic stall where he could test the drunk driving goggles. His advice to colleagues and other people is to never drive under the influence of alcohol or other narcotics.

Video link: https://youtu.be/bq2759KjH0o

 

Photos:

Ayabonga Noyakaza and Chrystal Spies from Human Resources.

Sylvino Jacobs from Sewerage Networks, Civil Engineering  at the George Traffic stall where he could test the drunk driving goggles.

Clive Carolus from the Directorate of Human Settlements, Planning and Development doing a breathalyser test with Edwin Felix from George Traffic Services.

Anneli Jansen and Sharlene Roelfse from Civil Engineering Services.

Joey Muller from George Traffic Services and Juanita Foster from HR at the event.

 

Against all odds – Sharon Eland- Lewis’ Inspiring Journey to Publishing Her First Book

In the photo above i Sharon Eland-Lewis with her book, Slegs ‘n enkele kans.

 

Deaf, homeless and quite often in the night shelter, Sharon Eland-Lewis overcame pain, suffering and lots of trials and tribulations to get her first book, Slegs ‘n enkele kans, published. The book was published by The National Library of South Africa, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture.

Sharon Lewis was raised by her grandparents, Johannes and Johanna Eland, in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape where she completed her matric at Acadia High.

She married in Mossel Bay and had two children.

She walked out of her marriage after her husband became abusive towards her and left her two children in the care of her mother.

After moving to George, she found herself on the streets, homeless and quite often in the night shelter. After becoming fatally ill with MDR TB, she fell into a coma and had kidney failure. Bedridden and deaf, she regained consciousness in the Harry Comay hospital in George.

Her urge, passion and love for the written word drove her to write numerous poems which was published in the George Herald. After numerous inquiries from the public, journalist Michelle Pienaar introduced Sharon to Jeff, the owner of Three Chameleons clubhouse, where she became part of a book club.

After finding a place of her own, Sharon started to write with all eagerness.

Sharon’s book will be launched at George Library on the 21st August 2024 at 11am. The book is also selected for the Funda Mzantsi Reading Competition, Afrikaans language, which will be held in George from the 23rd-27 September 2024.

Sharon Eland-Lewis was placed on the agenda of a portfolio committee meeting during 2017 when the Library Department announced that the staff of library service, that is Rachel Williams (Manager:George Libraries), Hazel Springfield and Eurogine Carolus  assisted her with the book by typing the whole publication for her when she approached them for assistance. James de Waal assisted with the proofreading of the book. Rachel Williams contacted Zanele Nikani, the Project Facilitator of the Community Programme at the Publishing National Library of South Africa. Ms Nikani arranged publishing (using the Community Publishing Grant), professional editing and proofreading for the publication. Well-known writer and poet Diana Ferrus assisted with further editing and proofreading of the manuscript. As Sharon is deaf, all correspondence to and from the National Library came through the office of the Library Manager. Although Sharon is vulnerable, extremely poor and a shack dweller, she is a very passionate library patron.

Sharon expressed her heartfelt thanks to the George Municipality, the George Library staff and everyone that assisted her on her journey. She listed all the people she wanted to thank in the book.

 

 

 

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 12 August 2024

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL
Issued 12 August 2024, George Municipality

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 88,75%
Rainfall for the previous days: 7 mm (Measured rainfall figures from 06 – 12 August 2024)

For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

Planned power outage: portion of George South – Fichat Street

NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:

PORTION OF GEORGE SOUTH

FICHAT STREET.

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on THURSDAY 15 AUGUST 2024  FROM  09H00 TO 16H30 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on THURSDAY 22 AUGUST  2024 FROM  09H00 TO 16H30.

 

KENNISGEWING VAN  DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.

DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:

GEDEELTE VAN GEORGE SOUTH

FICHAT STRAAT.

KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op DONDERDAG 15 AUGUSTUS  2024 VANAF  09H00 TOT 16H30 met  die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.

Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op DONDERDAG  22 AUGUSTUS  2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30.

Planned power outage: portion of George South – High Street

NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.
 
THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:
 
PORTION OF GEORGE SOUTH
HIGH STREET
 
NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on WEDNESDAY 14 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.
 
 
Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on WEDNESDAY 21 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30.
 
KENNISGEWING VAN DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.
 
DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:
 
GEDEELTE VAN GEORGE SOUTH
HIGH STRAAT.
 
KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op WOENSDAG 14 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.
 
Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op WOENSDAG 21 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30.

Planned power outage: portion of Thembalethu – Zone 7 & 8

NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:

PORTION OF THEMBALETHU
ZONE 8 & ZONE 7.

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on TUESDAY 13 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on WEDNESDAY 14 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00.

 

UKUPHAZAMISEKA OLUCWANGCISIWEYO LOBONELELO LOMBANE:KWI-NXALENYE YE-THEMBALETHU.

KUYAKUCHAPHAZELEKA EZINGINGQI ZILANDELAYO:

INXALENYE YE- THEMBALETHU:
ZONE 8 & ZONE 7.

ISAZISO siyanikezelwa ukuba ubonelelo lombane luya kuphazamiseka ngoLWESIBINI umhla we-13 AUGUST 2024 UKUSUKA NGO-09H00 UKUYA KU-16H00 ukuze kwenziwe utshintsho kubuxhaka-xhaka bombane. Abathengi bayalunyukiswa ukuba baluphathe olufakelo njengoluhlala lukho lonke ixesha njengoko unikezelo lunokuqaliswa kwakhona nangaliphi na ixesha phakathi kwexesha elaziswa ngalo.

Ukuba iimeko zithintele ukwenziwa komsebenzi ngeli xesha likhankanywe ngasentla; umsebenzi uya kwenziwa ngoLWESITHATHU umhla WE-14 AUGUST 2024 ukusuka NGE-09H00 ukuya KU-16H00.

Urgent Public Notice: A planned construction of the New Pacaltsdorp (West) 14.5 ML Reservoir include tomorrow (Public Holiday) and Saturday

 

Urgent Public Notice: A planned construction of the New Pacaltsdorp (West) 14.5 ML Reservoir and Pump Station, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays, will also include tomorrow (Public Holiday) and Saturday, 9 and 10 August 2024, between 07:00 and 14:00.

SERVICE DISRUPTION: Minor operational interruptions can be expected during the construction work. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions and their effects will be issued via social media.

TRAFFIC IMPACT: Residents, road users, and pedestrians need to exercise caution throughout the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary construction works, and road signage.

ACCESS TO SITE: Access to the site will be strictly controlled. No member of the public will be allowed access to the construction area in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

PROJECT ENQUIRIES: Mr. Andre Scheepers – 044 801 9492 (Technical)
Mr. Alewijn Dippenaar – 082 457 5675 (Public Liaison Officer)

The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

PUBLIC NOTICE: George Municipal Office Hours – Early Closure for Thursday 8 August 2024

Residents must please take note that ALL George Municipal offices will close earlier at 13h00 on Thursday, August 8th for the upcoming long weekend.
The George Municipality will be closed for the full day on the Public Holiday, August 9th, 2024 which is Women’s Day.

All Emergency personnel and other essential services will be on standby during the Half Day and Public Holiday and the Municipality will be fully operational again from Monday, August 12th.

FINANCIAL SERVICES ASSISTANCE
The Cashier Hall at the George Municipal Main Building, York Street will remain open until 15:00 on Thursday, August 8th.
Assistance with credit control, indigent or general enquiries will be available.

AFTER HOURS
All after-hours George Municipality (including Uniondale and Haarlem) are as follows:
All municipal-related emergencies: 044 801 6300
Toll-Free George Disaster Centre Number: 087 152 9999
Fire Emergencies: 044 801 6311
General public email for all matters: gmun@george.gov.za
Garden Route District Municipality Disaster Management emergencies: 044 805 5071 (all hours).

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 6 August 2024

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height                                    90,32%

Rainfall for the previous days:                                                                      4 mm (Measured rainfall figures from 31 July – 5 August 2024)

For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7

The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

 

Planned power outage: Portion of Tommy Joubert Street, Heather Park

NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:

HEATHER PARK
PORTION OF TOMMY JOUBERT STREET.

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on MONDAY 12 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on TUESDAY 13 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00.

 

KENNISGEWING VAN DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.

DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:

HEATHER PARK
GEDEELTE VAN TOMMY JOUBERT STRAAT.

KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op MAANDAG 12 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H00 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.

Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op DINSDAG 13 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H00.

Planned power outage: Portion of Dumbleton, Wilderness

NOTIFICATION OF EMERGENCY THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:

PORTION OF WILDERNESS
DUMBLETON.

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on TUESDAY 06 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on WEDNESDAY 07 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H00.

 

KENNISGEWING VAN DIE NOOD ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.

DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:

GEDEELTE VAN WILDERNIS
DUMBLETON.

KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op DINSDAG 06 AUGUSTUS 2024 VAINNAF 09H00 TOT 16H00 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.

Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op WOENSDAG 07 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H00.

GO GEORGE schedules on National Women’s Day

With National Women’s Day coming up on Friday 9 August, GO GEORGE passengers need to take note that the Saturday bus schedules will be followed on this public holiday.
For any enquiries, please phone the GO GEORGE Call Centre on 0800 044 044, visit the GO GEORGE Facebook or the web page (www.gogeorge.org.za) where all routes, maps and schedules can be viewed and downloaded.

 

GO GEORGE-SKEDULE OP VROUEDAG
Met Nasionale Vrouedag voor die deur, is dit belangrik vir GO GEORGE-passasiers om kennis te neem dat die Saterdagskedules gevolg sal word op hierdie openbare vakansiedag, Vrydag 9 Augustus.
Vir enige navrae, skakel gerus die GO GEORGE-inbelkantoor by 0800 044 044, of besoek die GO GEORGE Facebook- of webblad (www.gogeorge.or.za) waar alle roetes, kaarte en skedules besigtig of afgelaai kan word.

Planned power outage: portion of Hibiscus and Inham Streets, Rosemoor

NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:

ROSEMOOR
PORTION OF HIBISCUS AND INHAM STREET.

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on THURSDAY 01 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on FRIDAY 02 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30.

KENNISGEWING VAN DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.

DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:

ROSEMOORGEDEELTE VAN HIBISCUS EN INHAM STRAAT.

KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op DONDERDAG 01 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.

Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op VRYDAG 02 AUGUSTUS 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30.

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 30 July 2024

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 92,06%
Rainfall for the previous days: 21.1 mm (Measured rainfall figures from 23 – 30 July 2024)

For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Victoria Street Entry Gate to George Municipality Remains Open

Following a review of the potential adverse traffic impact, the public is hereby informed that the George Municipality has revised its decision regarding the closure of the Victoria Street entry gate at the George Municipality Main Building.

It was resolved that the Victoria Street entry gate will remain open and that further traffic calming measures will be explored to enhance the safety of employees and the public using the facility.

All drivers are urged to be vigilant for pedestrians and maintain low speeds in the area. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safety.

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ISAZISO SOLUNTU: Isango lokungena kwiSitalato iVictoria kuMasipala waseGeorge lisahleli livuliwe
Ikhutshwe nguMasipala waseGeorge

Ukulandela uphononongo lwefuthe elibi elinokubakho lezendlela, uluntu luyaziswa ukuba uMasipala waseGeorge usihlaziyile isigqibo sakhe malunga nokuvalwa kwesango lokungena kwisitalato iVictoria kwiSakhiwo esiPhambili sikaMasipala waseGeorge.
Kugqitywe ukuba isango lokungena kwisitalato iVictoria liya kuhlala livuliwe nokuba amanye amanyathelo okuthomalalisa izithuthi aya kuphononongwa ukomeleza ukhuseleko lwabasebenzi noluntu olusebenzisa eli ziko.
Bayabongozwa bonke abaqhubi ukuba baqaphele abahambi ngeenyawo kwaye bagcine isantya esiphantsi kwindawo leyo. Enkosi ngentsebenziswano kunye nokuzibophelela kukhuseleko.
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OPENBARE KENNISGEWING: Victoriastraat-toegangshek na George Munisipaliteit bly oop
Uitgereik deur George Munisipaliteit

Na ‘n hersiening van die moontlike nadelige verkeersimpak, word die publiek hiermee ingelig dat die George Munisipaliteit sy besluit oor die sluiting van die Victoriastraat-toegangshek by die George Munisipale hoofgebou hersien het.

Daar is besluit dat die Victoriastraat-toegangshek oop sal bly en dat verdere verkeersbeperkende maatreëls ondersoek sal word om die veiligheid van werknemers en die publiek wat die terrein gebruik, te verbeter.

Alle voertuigbestuurders word versoek om waaksaam te wees vir voetgangers en lae spoed op die terrein te handhaaf. Dankie vir jul samewerking en toewyding tot veiligheid.