Notice Archive

The George Municipal Offices will close for the upcoming Public Holidays and Festive Season.

• PUBLIC HOLIDAY: Monday, 16 December 2024.
• FESTIVE SEASON: George Municipal Offices will close on 24 December 2024 at 12:00 and re-open on 6 January 2025 at 7:45.

Emergency and essential services will continue as usual during this period.

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTS INFORMATION
DEBTBACK and ONTEC will be open for emergency assistance ONLY.
DEBTPACK: Victoria Street, from 8:00 until 16:00 daily, excluding 27 December 2024 and public holidays. Phone: 044 250 5011
ONTEC: Eagle View Building, Progress Street, from 8:00 until 13:00 daily, excluding public holidays. Phone: 044-8735474

Ratepayers are requested to use one of the below-mentioned methods to make payments:

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Bank Details for electronic payment
First National Bank (FNB)
Account Type: Public Sector Cheque Account
Account Name: George Municipality
Account Number: 62869623150
Branch Code: 210554
Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ
Reference: your GRG account number (please enter your account number without the GRG in front and without any spaces in between)
Proof of payment to be sent to payments@george.gov.za

Unipay
Pay accounts by clicking on the Unipay link www.unipay.co.za or by scanning the QR code on their account.

Pay Your Account via the Website
George Municipality has installed a Pay Your Account button on the municipal website – pay your account with one click! https://tinyurl.com/2p8t83ax
Go to our website on www.george.gov.za

My Smart City App
Ratepayers can register, view and pay their accounts on the MY SMART CITY George Municipal App. Download the NEW My Smart City – George APP via the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store or the My Smart City website www.mysmart.city or Scan the QR Code which can also be found on your current municipal statement! Should you have any issues with registering please contact support@mysmart.city

Pay at the following retail outlets.
• Pick and Pay, Woolworths, BOXER, GAME, SPAR, PEP ACKERMANS, SHOPRITE, AND USAVE
• Please take your most recent available account statement with you so that the shop can access the bar code that connects your payment to your GRG account number.
• If you do not have a printed account, ensure that you have the 20-digit number written down to provide the teller with.
• Ratepayers in Uniondale can get hard copies of their accounts and pay at the Uniondale Post Office, Pep Stores and Uniondale Municipal Office, 39 Voortrekker Steet. To register you can email accounts@george.gov.za
or phone 044 752 1024 for more information.
• Haarlem ratepayers can get hard copies and pay their accounts at the Haarlem Municipal Office, 99 Berg Street, to register you can email accounts@george.gov.za or phone 044 763 1013.

Meter readings
Residents who have not had a SMART Water Meter installed yet will have their meter read every month or can submit a reading via email or via the My Smart City – George App.
Submit your meter reading by email to meterreadings@george.gov.za
Include the accountholder’s name, contact details and George Municipal account number, date of reading and attach a photo of a meter. Please note that meter readings are done per area at different times of the month, and it is important that your meter reading email is submitted around the same time as your area’s reading time. Please check the date of the previous reading at the bottom of your account to determine your meter reading slot.
Enquiries: accounts@george.gov.za

Prepaid electricity purchases
Purchase via your online banking
or via George Municipal Website https://george.ontec.co.za/index.html
Or accredited service providers www.prepaid24.co.za or https://home.ontec.co.za or www.ipay.co.za

MUNICIPAL COURT
George Municipal Court will close on 24 December 2024 at 12:00 and re-open on 06 January 2025 at 07:45. No cases shall be enrolled during this period. E-mail representations to abfelix@george.gov.za.

MUNICIPAL REFUSE SITE OPERATING HOURS
Building rubble, garden waste and other stuff not suitable for bags can be dropped off at the George Municipality refuse site on R102 (Airport Road).
Open on:
• Monday to Friday 7 am to 6 pm
• Saturday 7:00 am-3:00 pm
• Public holidays (except 25 December): 7:00 am-3:00 pm

MUNICIPAL LIBRARIES
All of the Municipal Libraries will close on 24 December 2024 at 12:00 and reopen on 6 January 2025.
Patrons are advised to return or borrow sufficient books in advance to enjoy over the holiday season. We encourage patrons to visit their nearest library before the closure to ensure they have ample reading material during this period.

GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION
• Municipal Switchboard 044 801 9111 (divert to emergency services)
• Toll-Free George Disaster Centre Number 087 152 9999
• Fire Emergencies 044 801 6311
• All after-hours George Municipality (including Uniondale and Haarlem) 044 801 6300
• Garden Route District Municipality Disaster Management emergencies 044 805 5071 (all hours).

Make the most of your summer with helpful info and exciting activations from our Visitor Information Centres (VICs)!

📍 Wilderness VIC
198 George Road, Wilderness
Hours:
🕒 Weekdays: 08:00 – 17:30
🕒 Saturdays: 15:00 – 17:00
🕒 Public Holidays: 09:00 – 13:00 (Closed on Christmas & New Year’s Day)

📍 George VIC
124 York Street, George
Hours:
🕒 Weekdays: 08:30 – 16:30
🕒 Closed weekends & public holidays

Tourism Activations
✨ Visit our gazebo at the Outeniqua Family Market (Saturdays, 14 Dec–11 Jan). Grab maps, scan QR codes for the latest info, and try the Win & Spin wheel for a chance to win fun prizes.

🏝️ Look out for us at Beaches & Redberry Farm!
Our team will also be hosting fun tourism info activations at top spots across the area. Don’t miss out!

📲 Get more info about local attractions, events and Christmas lunches from visitgeorge.co.za
Let’s make this summer unforgettable! 🌞✨

The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 1 Warning for wind and waves. Fire Chief and Disaster Manager, Neels Barnard, strongly cautions all residents and visitors about rough and choppy sea conditions caused by strong winds and high waves currently being experienced at all George beaches.

The public is notified that swimming is not recommended and small vessels and personal watercraft are at risk.
Spring tide this weekend could further worsen conditions, increasing the risk of strong currents and surges.

Beachgoer Safety Tips:
Avoid swimming as the current conditions make it unsafe. Stay out of the water.
Follow lifeguards’ instructions: Pay attention to their guidance and the warning flags on the beach:

* Red flag: No swimming permitted.
* Yellow flag: Caution; be extra vigilant.
* Green flag: Safe to swim, but remain alert.
* Crossed white flags: This indicates that lifeguards are not on duty. If displayed:
* No lifeguard services are available, and swimming is at your own risk. Exercise extreme caution or avoid swimming altogether, especially during rough or hazardous conditions. Consider visiting alternative beaches with active lifeguards.
* Keep a safe distance: Stay well away from the shoreline, particularly during high tide and surges.

Your safety is our priority. Please exercise extreme caution, respect the signals and instructions, and help us ensure a safe beach environment for everyone.

T/ING/002/2024:
HANDLING, MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL OF SLUDGE FROM GEORGE MUNICIPAL WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS

Please follow the links to the Public Participation Notice and the Information Statement
Comments to be submitted before 13 March 2025, 16:30

The Natis system is currently offline in Blanco. It is a national issue affecting offices operating on the Vodacom network.

George Municipality apologises for this inconvenience.

Further updates, will be posted on our social media platforms as soon as they become available.

Discover the best of George with these helpful links!

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:

🗺️ 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞: https://zurl.co/gLqX

✨ Let’s make your summer experience in George unforgettable in the best way!
#CityofGeorge #GeorgeNaturally #GeorgeSouthAfrica

We are pleased to announce that phones are now fully operational again.

Please continue to use our after-hours number on 044 801 6300.

George Municipality thanks you for your patience!

Discover the best of George with these helpful links!

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:

📲 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: 👉https://zurl.co/Yxzh

✨ Let’s make your summer experience in George unforgettable in the best way!

#CityofGeorge #GeorgeNaturally #GeorgeSouthAfrica

George Municipality will once again extend Sewerage Sucker services until 16 January 2025 for the Festive Season:
• Monday to Friday from 07h45 until 22h00
• Weekends & Public Holidays from 08h00 until 19h00

SEWERAGE SUCTION TRUCK SERVICES: WHAT YOU MUST KNOW

Clients making use of George Municipality Sewerage Truck Services, please note:
• All operation and maintenance of on-site septic and conservancy tanks, and all costs related to it, are the responsibility of the property owner.
• The owner must check septic and conservancy tank levels regularly and book a service long enough in advance to avoid spillovers.
• Book your collection/cleaning of tanks at least five days in advance at the phone numbers below.
• Access to on-site septic and conservancy tanks is the responsibility of the property owner.
• Immediate response to emergency overflows cannot be guaranteed and is subject to availability and scheduling of trucks, as well as access restrictions.
• Collection and cleaning of tanks after hours (16h30 until 22h00)
• Times for Weekends and Public Holidays (08h00 until 19h00).

Weekends, public holidays and Emergency requests are more expensive than during working hours, as per municipal rates, and will only be done on confirmation by the client that the after-hours fee is accepted.

Book your suction truck services on 044 801 9262/66. Uniondale: 044 752 1024 After hours: 044 801 6300

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OPENBARE KENNISGEWING: Rioolsuierdienste verleng vir Feesseisoen
George Munisipaliteit verleng Rioolsuierdienste vir die Feestyd tot 16 Januarie 2025:
• Maandag tot Vrydag vanaf 07h45 tot 22h00
• Naweke en openbare vakansiedae vanaf 08h00 tot 19h00

RIOOLSUIGTROK-DIENSTE: WAT U MOET WEET

Kliënte wat van George Munisipaliteit se rioolsuigtrok-dienste gebruik maak, neem asseblief kennis:

• Die werking en instandhouding van septiese- en opgaartenke, en alle kostes wat daarmee verband hou, is die verantwoordelikheid van die grondeienaar.
• Die eienaar moet die vlakke van septiese en opgaartenke gereeld nagaan en ‘n diens lank vooruit bespreek om oorspoelings te vermy.
• Bepreek die uitsuig/skoonmaak van tenke ten minste vyf dae vooruit by die telefoonnommers hieronder.
• Toegang tot septiese en bewaringstenks op die perseel is die verantwoordelikheid van die eienaar van die eiendom.
• Onmiddellike reaksie op noodoorstromings kan nie gewaarborg word nie en is onderhewig aan beskikbaarheid en skedulering van vragmotors, asook toegangsbeperkings.
• Uitsuig of skoonmaak van tenke wat na-ure (16h30 until 22h00)
• Tye vir naweke en Openbare Vakansiedae (08h00 tot 19h00).

Naweke, openbare vakansiedae en Noodversoeke is duurder as gedurende werksure, volgens munisipale tariewe, en sal slegs gedoen word op bevestiging deur die kliënt dat die na-uurse fooi aanvaar word.

Bespreek u rioolsuigtrok-dienste by 044 801 9262/66.Uniondale: 044 752 1024 Na-ure: 044 801 6300.