Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 100 %
Rainfall for the previous days: 0mm (Measured rainfall figures from 11 June until 18 June 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.
Key activity: Raw water supply cross-connection pipework installation
PROJECT:
UPGRADING OF THE GARDEN ROUTE DAM PUMPSTATIONS SUCTION PIPEWORK AND ASSOCIATED WORKS
DESCRIPTION:
The Contractor will cut into the pipes feeding the Garden Route dam raw water pump stations to install the cross-connection pipework of the two raw water main supply lines.
CONSTRUCTION PERIOD:
18 – 21 June 2024
POTENTIAL RISK OF SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Potable water distribution is not expected to be affected during the construction period stated above, but George residents are urged to use water sparingly to minimise possible disruptions.
IMPACT:
The supply of potable water to the residents of George Municipality should not be disrupted while the construction work is carried out during the period above. Further communication will follow should circumstances change.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the construction 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.
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and use water sparingly.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES: MR ANDRE SCHEEPERS TEL: 044 801 9492
George Municipality has noted a number of recent events posters where organisers have either used the George Municipal marketing logo or the George Tourism logo without the appropriate approval. The George Municipal Logo and Crest are registered as the intellectual property of the George Municipality in the Trademarks Office and as such can only be used by the George Municipality for official purposes, unless otherwise authorised by Council. No business, organisation and/or individual has the right to use the George Municipal logo or any of the elements contained within the logo, in any social or printed media, and or including any marketing items such as caps, t-shirts, banners, posters and flyers etc.
This applies to the George Tourism logo as well as any other badges affiliated with the George Municipality i.e. Law Enforcement, Traffic and Fire Services. Where a business, organisation or individual is collaborating with a municipal department on a project, prior approval must always be requested before using the municipal logo in any format. This will be granted on condition that the project and/or event is endorsed by the municipality officially, and that the product or marketing material which is produced is in good taste, not offensive and adheres to the guidelines as set out by the George Municipal Corporate Identity Manual.
George Municipality is sensitive to the problems our residents experience because of the baboon population in the northern areas of town, but it is also important that all stakeholders work together to find solutions to this complex situation. Residents need to learn to co-exist with the baboons, as we as humans have encroached on the natural habitat of the primates. Baboons are protected under Nature Conservation Ordinance 19 of 1974.
According to primatologist Dave Gaynor, baboons have been in the fynbos ecosystem for millions of years and have been a major population in terms of biomass. If they are removed, it is 100% sure to affect the fynbos. Baboons play a significant role in plant dispersal and reproduction”. The primates also keep scorpions, snakes, and rats out of the areas where they roam. Research done in Pringle Bay showed that it is clear that baboons play an important role in the ecosystem and that we need them to forage in the fynbos. However, the residential areas and villages can be a tempting alternative with the possibility of high-calorie foods. For example, just half a loaf of brown bread is equal to four hours of foraging in the fynbos for a female baboon, making up her daily nutritional supplement.
There is no option but to deter them as much as possible, because baboons will not be captured, relocated, or put down unless there is reasonable cause for this. Translocations and elimination of problem animals have sometimes yielded satisfying short-term results but rarely solved the problem. This will still not solve any problem as a male leader will just be replaced by another rival. Further, aggressive responses to problem animals (i.e. shooting, threatening) often result in transferring the problem to neighbours. It has also been reported to increase aggressive behaviours from wildlife towards humans (and between humans), worsening the situation.
It is therefore of vital importance that all involved must keep the baboons from consuming human food by denying them access to refuse and using baboon-proof bins. Residents can even go further and baboon-proof their homes so they don’t raid fridges. When it comes to gardens, preserve the fynbos and cage as far as possible from vegetable gardens and fruit trees. And never feed the baboons directly.
What else can you do?
Living and holidaying in the natural surroundings of the Garden Route means sharing space with wildlife such as baboons and monkeys. When winter sets in and natural food sources become scarcer, baboons and monkeys are more likely to forage in residential areas.
Please review the standard tips around the handling of refuse, food, and other tips.
Residents and visitors can assist greatly by reducing access to potential food sources:
Keep your dustbins closed, sliding doors bolted and windows and doors shut, especially when leaving the
house and/or when troops are in the vicinity.
If you want to keep windows open, install burglar bars with gaps smaller than 8 cm.
Do not leave pet food outside.
Do not feed wild birds and animals on the property, as this often attracts baboons.
Do not plant fruit trees, or vegetable gardens or make compost heaps unless they can be caged in or surrounded by electric fencing.
Issued by George Municipality, 16 June 2024 @14:30
An unexpected water outage occurred in Rose Street in Pacaltsdorp, due to a pipe burst. The estimated time of repair is 4 hours. Standpipes will be placed, and locations will be provided shortly.
An unplanned power outage occurred in Oubaai, Herolds Bay, Hansmoenskraal. Electricians are out to investigate. No estimated time of repair is available at this stage.
Clients making use of George Municipality Sewerage Truck Services, please note:
Collection and cleaning of tanks after hours (16h30 until 22h00)
Times for Weekends and Public Holidays (08h00 until 19h00)
Weekends and public holidays are more expensive than in working hours, as per municipal rates, and will only be done on confirmation by 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
Issued on behalf of Sanral
Western Cape, 3 June 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced that night-time lane closures, from 19h00 to 05h00, will be in place on the N2 in George from 4 June 2024 until the end of June. This is for the final additional concrete construction works on the new bridge at the Thembalethu interchange over the N2.
“During the closures, motorists will still be able to use the off- and on-ramps at the bridge to gain access to the N2 on the other side to continue on their journey,” said Petronella Theron, SANRAL Project Manager.
SANRAL will try to complete the work as quickly as possible and will keep road users informed of the progress.
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Issued by George Municipality, 13 June 2024 @ 12:00 pm
Good news! The power has been restored in Thembalethu Zones 7 and 8, including Mandela Village.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
