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Public Notice: Diesel vehicle emission testing

The Environmental Health Department of George Municipality is currently conducting regular emission testing on diesel vehicles within the George area. These efforts are part of an ongoing initiative to reduce air pollution and raise public awareness. Informative pamphlets are also distributed during these projects.

Diesel emissions and their impact
Main pollutants:
• Particulate Matter (PM): Fine particles that can enter the lungs and cause respiratory problems
• Nitrogen Oxides (NOx): Contribute to ground-level ozone, harming crops and worsening conditions such as asthma
• Carbon Monoxide (CO): A toxic gas that may lead to headaches, dizziness, and nausea
• Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): A greenhouse gas that contributes to global climate change
• Unburned Hydrocarbons (HC): Can lead to smog formation and health issues

Health impacts:
• Respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic lung disease
• Cardiovascular disease
• Lung cancer
• Neurological effects, including reduced cognitive function

Environmental impacts:
• Ground-level ozone formation, which damages crops and vegetation
• Acid rain that harms soil, lakes, and streams
• Climate change resulting in rising temperatures and extreme weather

Get involved
The Environmental Health Department is dedicated to preventing air pollution in our town. Residents can contribute by taking the following actions:
• Report excessive smoke from diesel vehicles with CAW registration numbers by emailing tabotha@george.gov.za or calling 044 802 2900
• Schedule a free emission test for your business or personal diesel vehicle by contacting our office.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Electricity Tariff Structure and Capacity Selection

George Municipality reminds all consumers that the implementation of the approved electricity tariff structure has been ongoing since 1 July 2022, which is in line with the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA)
approved cost of supply study for George.

IMPORTANT:
Consumers who have not selected a power capacity and have been assigned one by the Municipality will be charged based on the actual installed capacity of their meter as recorded on the municipal
system. This is normally 60 Amps and may result in higher monthly charges.

Consumers still have the opportunity to select their preferred capacity. One change is allowed per financial year.

To request an amp change application form, please email: accounts@george.gov.za. Submit the completed form to the same address for processing.

Belangrike Kennisgewing: Elektrisiteitstariefstruktuur en Kapasiteitkeuse

Die George Munisipaliteit herinner alle verbruikers daaraan dat die implementering van die goedgekeurde elektrisiteits tarief struktuur reeds sedert 1 Julie 2022 aan die plek is, in ooreenstemming met die Nasionale Energie Reguleerder van Suid-Afrika (NERSA) se goedgekeurde koste-van-voorsiening-studie vir George.

BELANGRIK
Verbruikers wat nog nie ’n elektriese kapasiteit gekies het nie en aan wie een deur die Munisipaliteit toegeken is, sal gehef word op grond van die werklike geïnstalleerde kapasiteit van hul meter soos op die munisipale stelsel aangeteken. Dit is gewoonlik 60 ampère en kan lei tot hoër maandelikse kostes.
Verbruikers het steeds die geleentheid om hul voorkeur kapasiteit te kies. Een verandering per finansiële jaar word toegelaat.

Om ’n aansoekvorm vir ’n verandering in ampère aan te vra, stuur ’n e-pos na: accounts@george.gov.za . Stuur die voltooide vorm na dieselfde adres vir verwerking.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Call to Register for Small-Scale Farmers Database

Notice to Small Scale Farmers Within the George Municipality to Register on our Small-Scale Farmer’s Database.

The George Municipality acknowledges the relevance and contribution of small farmers to the socio-economic growth of the area. The farming sector provides a means of generating local agriculture opportunities for people and bringing income and job opportunities into the communities.

To this effect, George Municipality hereby invites small farmers of George to apply to register on the municipal database.

The following must be attached to the application:
• Complete Application Form;
• Certified copy of ID;
• Proof of residence;

Application forms can be obtained from the George Municipal Website and the Strategic Growth and Development office. Please download the following link:
https://www.george.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Small-scale-farming-database-registration-application-form.pdf

Completed applications must be placed in the Box on 4th Floor, George Municipality Building York Street, George by no later than Friday 27 June 2025.

For enquiries and further information please contact Rimelda Matiwane on 044 801 9111 or email rmatiwane@george.gov.za

EMERGENCY PUBLIC NOTICE: Sewer Contamination – Gwaing River

The public is hereby urgently informed of sewer contamination in the Gwaing River, originating from the Proefplaas Sewer Pump Station located near the R102 and affecting areas downstream.

As a precautionary measure, all individuals are instructed to immediately cease any extraction of water from the Gwaing River and to avoid all contact with the water body, including swimming, fishing, and any other water-related activities.

The municipality is actively implementing measures to mitigate potential health and environmental risks. Further updates will be communicated as the situation develops.

We urge the public to take this warning seriously and cooperate fully to ensure public safety.

NOTICE TO ADVISE ON THE PRE-APPLICATION S24G RECTIFICATION PROCESS

Notice is hereby given in terms of NEMA, 1998 (Act. 107 of 1998) that a preliminary Section 24G rectification application on the Gwaing Waste Management Facility, George has been made available for a 30-day public review and commenting-period. The report will be available for review from 22nd May 2025 to 23rd June 2025. The Preliminary S24G application can be accessed online, via the website: www.umdes.co.za