The City of George is vibrating with excitement as the community celebrates their very own public bus service’s 10th anniversary on 8 December 2024. The service started out with 3 routes and 12 buses – today a fleet of 133 different-sized buses criss-cross the streets of George on a network of 34 routes, and it’s still expanding!
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✨ Let’s make your summer experience in George unforgettable in the best way!
#CityofGeorge #GeorgeNaturally #GeorgeSouthAfrica
As we convene today’s council meeting, I would like to highlight some
of the good work that our municipality is undertaking.
Firstly, George Municipality has just received its fourth consecutive clean audit outcome -I have announced this in our council meeting on the 29th of August but feel it pertinent to mention it yet again.
Read on
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Whether you’re exploring scenic attractions, staying safe while you play – especially on the beaches and mountains – or connecting with local services, we’ve got you covered:
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✨ Let’s make your summer experience in George unforgettable in the best way!
#CityofGeorge #GeorgeNaturally #GeorgeSouthAfrica
George Municipality is aware of water outages in Rooirivier Riff following a pipe burst in King George on the evening of 4 December 2024.
Municipal teams were on site this morning to restore water.
Customers who are still without water are requested to call 044 801 9296/9266 with their addresses.
George Municipality apologises for the inconvenience and thanks customers for their cooperation.
Issued George Municipality, 5 December @ 08:35
Please note that the Ordinary Council Meeting for 5th December will now start at 10am and not 9am as previously indicated.
The You Tube link will be issued prior to the start of the meeting.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
An unplanned water outage occurred in parts of Thembalethu due to a damaged water pipe in Ngcakani Road in Thembalethu. Affected areas are Zones 1, 2 and 3. The estimated time of repair (ETR) is 3 to 4 hrs. We have dispatched water trucks to roam the affected areas to temporarily supply water while the repairs are underway.
We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience as we work to restore water services.
George Municipality has a NO ALCOHOL policy applicable to Beaches and other public areas, which will be strictly enforced especially during the Festive period. The George law enforcement officers will be assisted by beach monitors during the Festive season to assist with beach patrols, and the enforcement of Municipal bylaws to ensure safe beaches for everyone.
The control, searching of vehicles and bag access at municipal beaches is implemented under “The Access to Public Premises and Access of Vehicles Act (53 1985)”. Members of the Public are warned that prohibited substances, weapons, alcohol, fireworks etc. will be confiscated and that fines can be issued. All confiscated items or goods will be handed over to the South African Police Service (SAPS) for disposal.
No dogs or other animals are allowed on the beach unless there are signs, which identify any allowed times and areas.
George Municipality encourages all beachgoers to cooperate with our officials to ensure their visit to the beach is a safe and enjoyable experience. Neighbourhood Watch, Community Police Forums, George and Provincial Traffic Services, SANPARKS, National Sea Rescue Institute, Private Security Companies, the South African Police Service (SAPD) including Business Owners also assist the Municipality in ensuring a safe festival season. Previous festive seasons have been very successful due to the excellent cooperation between all role players and members of the public.
The beach areas under the control of the George Municipality include Wilderness Main Beach, Wilderness Lagoon, Wilderness Steps, Wilderness Lientjiesklip, Victoria Bay Beach, Gwaing River Mouth Beach and Day Camp and Herold’s Bay Beach and Tidal Pool.
For any further information on complaints please contact the Law Enforcement office on 044 801 6350 (07h45 – 16h30) or 044 801 6300 (A/h Assistance team only for bylaw-related offences and emergencies). The public can also send e-mails to sprins@george.gov.za with complaints of related matters. Law Enforcement Office – 25B Cathedral Street.
George Municipality is aware of the current water outage in Parkdene.
The water supply and pressure issues in the affected Parkdene area are due to a valve failure that occurred during cross-connection work in Parkdene.
The Contractor and the Municipality are currently investigating the issue to determine the reason for the failure.
Residents should note that this could be a lengthy operation.
A water tanker will be roaming the area to supply residents with water.
An update on the estimated time of repairs will be issued as soon as more information becomes available.
George Municipality apologises for the inconvenience and thanks residents for their patience
