Notice Archive

The George Municipal Financial Directorate confirms that the new rates estimate calculator on the city’s official website has been updated with the approved 2024/25 tariff model. This tool offers a convenient solution for property owners to estimate their rates with ease.

To access the rates calculator, kindly follow the provided link to our website. We advise all users to carefully read the disclaimer before proceeding and to acknowledge their understanding by ticking the designated box.

Link to Rates Calculator:
https://tinyurl.com/mtj7n8hk

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.

A contractor appointed by the private developer for the 1 On York Development will be repainting the road markings on the York Traffic Circles. The work is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 13 August 2024, after the morning peak between 08:30 and 11:30.

The contractor will begin by closing the left outer lane on the northern approach. Once the paint has dried, they will proceed to the right lane. The southbound lanes will only be painted once both lanes on the northbound side are open to traffic.

Please drive cautiously and follow any temporary traffic signs or instructions from the work team.
Thank you for your cooperation.

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.

Please note that Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) which is situated at Hibernia Street, MVR in Blanco, Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) in Pacaltsdorp and Vehicle Testing Station (VTS) will be closing at 14:00 on Wednesday, 14 August 2024 for compulsory monthly meetings.

Services at all the above traffic service centres will resume on Thursday, 15 August 2024.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:
Thembalethu: Impepho, Enkululekweni, Ivukuthu, Elitheni, Vukusebenze, Ndlulamthi Street

NOTICE is hereby given that the water supply will be interrupted on 12 AUGUST 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30 for the purpose of doing alterations to the water mains.

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

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.

1. What must a homeowner do before and after installing solar panels?

•  Find an accredited, professional service provider who is registered as an Electrical Contractor with the department of Employment and Labour. This will confirm that the company or individual is able to issue a valid Certificate of Compliance (COC) after installation. Also verify if the company has an ECSA registered Professional who will sign off the commissioning and ensure that the installation complies with National regulations.
• Customers can use the online web-based platform to register via https://apply.sseg.org.za/ You first have to register as an applicant to create login credentials, select George Municipality and then begin registration. We recommend that the customer let their installer fill in the application form as it contains some technical questions.
• Documents Required for the Online Application
  A customer’s ID copy, a preliminary schematic diagram and the inverter’s datasheet/model number.
• The municipality will assess the impact on the electricity grid and inform the applicant and service provider if they can proceed with installation.
• The applicant must inform the municipality once installation has been completed, after which a municipal technician will inspect the installation and request a copy of the Certificate of Compliance (COC) from the installer.
•  Any additions or alterations to an existing SSEG system must follow the same procedure as above.
• Parallel to this, the customer must apply for Building Plans to the Building Control department. For smaller solar installations, this is classified as minor building works. This is done on the municipal collaborator portal: https://westerncape.collaboratoronline.com/default.aspx. This is a new requirement, introduced by Building Control, effective from the 1st July 2024.
• The Electrotechnical department can issue a Permission to Install letter once the grid requirements of the proposed solar installation are met, with a condition that the customer has to apply for building plans within 3 months.
• After Installation, the Installer should go back to the online portal to upload a CoC, an as built diagram and get the ECSA registered Professional to fill in and sign the commissioning report.
• The customer then has to sign the supplemental contract for embedded generation.
  Follow this link to download the GM Renewable Energy Contract that requires signature and which must be submitted to tyiga@george.gov.za
• Once all of that is done, the Electrotechnical department will issue a Permission to Generate letter, which wraps up the process.
•  It is the customers responsibility to ensure that they have the Municipal approved meter should they wish to feed power back to the Municipal grid and that they have changed to be on a Time of Use (TOU) tariff. This can be done at the Municipal Cashiers Hall or email accounts@george.gov.za to request an application form.

  2. What are your options in terms of choosing which Amperage you will need for your home?

• Registered customers on solar panels will no longer be charged a mandatory minimum of 40 Amps Capacity fixed costs as per the 2023/24 Tariff Schedule.
• As with every other electricity customer, registered solar panel customers can choose their preferred Amp capacity – BUT – they cannot be on a 20 Amp capacity with no fixed costs.
• Should they select a 20 Amp capacity level, a minimum monthly fixed cost of R246.34 as per tariff 1.C (2024/25) will be charged. (R96.61 + 117.60 (20 x R5.88) + VAT = R246.34 per month fixed cost on 20 Amps if selected).
• Consumption cost per unit remains the same.
• Until a selection choice is exercised, a deemed capacity of 40 Amp will continue to be used for monthly billing purposes.
• If the customer choses a higher than 20 Amp capacity, the relevant charges as per tariff 1.C will be applied, as demonstrated in this table:

TARIFF TABLE 2023/24 vs TARIFF TABLE 2024/25 

         3. What will the charges be in terms of 2024/25 tariff book and what has changed from 2023/24?

• Please note that users who have installed solar panels will be liable for both the basic and the capacity charge for electricity, as per the Nersa approved municipal tariffs.
• However, the mandatory minimum fixed charge of a 40 Amp capacity for homeowners with solar panels was removed from the 2024/25 tariffs to make it possible for solar panel pre-paid electricity customers to select a lower-level capacity, effective 1 July 2024.
• This allows registered solar panel customers using pre-paid electricity to select a lower capacity option.
• The tariff however still retains a basic level of fixed cost to contribute to the cost of the maintenance of the electricity infrastructure in George.
• We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. For further information, please contact accounts@george.gov.za
  4. Why must you pay for access to electricity if you have solar panels?
• The municipality buys electricity directly from Eskom for distribution within the George Municipal area. There are no alternative suppliers. Therefore, the cost increases granted by NERSA to Eskom directly impact the municipality.
• Besides these direct costs to purchase electricity from Eskom, the municipality also incurs cost to maintain the electricity distribution network and other related overhead cost needed to supply the electricity service to consumer homes and businesses. These costs are known as fixed cost and variable costs.
• Section 74 of the Municipal Systems Act requires that municipal tariffs must be cost reflective and sustainable. This means that the municipality must ensure that the tariff charges recover sufficient revenue to offset the cost of buying electricity from Eskom and then supplying that electricity within the municipal area. Thus, the cost to the customer must cover at least the municipalities’ cost to enable the service.
• The basic or fixed cost component is meant to cover the cost associated with the maintenance of the infrastructure network. It is not an “availability charge” – this is an incorrect term. It is the tariff portion related to the electrical network infrastructure.
• The variable cost or consumption charge is meant to cover the variable costs such as the bulk electricity purchases from Eskom, the network operating and related overhead costs.For SSEG queries contact tyiga@george.gov.za
  For SSEG TOU Tariff selection contact accounts@george.gov.za for an application form
  For queries on SSEG applicable tariffs and selection of Amperage, contact accounts@george.gov.za