Dear Residents The metro Joint Operations Centre (JOC) has urged all residents to cut back on water usage after a critical pipeline, that supplies the city with a third of its water, burst during the early hours of this morning. At a crisis press conference meeting this afternoon, Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile, said a major pipeline, which carries water from the Churchill dam had burst sometime between midnight and 6am, which had left the Southern region of the Bay without water. Suburbs … [Read more...] about Major breach of metro water supply
Ward News
We have a water crisis please save water
TWO major water pipes from the Churchill Dam have collapsed near Van Stadens, and repairs will take at least three days. One was a 1000mm pipe and the other a 700mm pipe. The Summerstrand reservoir is already dry - two water tankers have been dispatched to the area. One tanker will be parked at the Pick 'n Pay Centre, and the other will be placed at the Mercado Spar. Other areas will run dry within the next 24 hours. Save, save, save. This crisis will affect all suburbs south of … [Read more...] about We have a water crisis please save water
High Seaview Road Traffic Volumes
It has been reported by some residents their concerns regarding the high traffic volumes and speeding on the Old Seaview Road in particular. We advise our local residents to please take extra care on the Old Seaview Road when: entering and exiting your driveways, when walking on or near the road when walking your dogs when riding or walking horses when cycling As you should be aware by now, the New Seaview Road is closed due to flooding, and will probably remain so for at least … [Read more...] about High Seaview Road Traffic Volumes
Ward 9 News for June 2012
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 9 councillor, Heinrich Muller’s newsletter below. Scroll down to see the contact Details for Ward 9. Kragga Kamma Tip Site Please take note that the Metro intends closing the Kragga Kamma tip site from the middle of July 2012. They are currently cleaning the tip site and the notice boards have already been put up outside the gate. We have received the following information from the Metro w.r.t. the … [Read more...] about Ward 9 News for June 2012
Ward 1 Mobile Clinic Confined to Barracks
Sister Louw, who is in charge of the Mobile Clinic in Ward 1, would like inform Ward 1 residents of the following difficulty that she is facing this week. The Bisho Traffic Department has not delivered the Mobile Clinic vehicle licence ON TIME therefore Sister Louw can't drive her van for the moment. Up until yesterday she used her own car to attend her "rendezvous" spots, but cannot any more as it is an expensive exercise for her. Sister Louw WILL NOT be on duty as follow: Tuesday 3rd … [Read more...] about Ward 1 Mobile Clinic Confined to Barracks
June News from Ward 6
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 6 councillor, Retief Odendaal’s newsletter below. Scroll down to see the contact Details for Ward 6. Die Nelson Mandela Metro Raad is tans besig om die 2012/2013 begroting te finaliseer en het 'n reeks openbare vergaderings gereël om insae van die publiek daarop te verkry. Dit wil voorkom asof inwoners hul hierdie jaar ongelukkig weereens vir hemelhoë tariefverhogings moet staal synde daar gemiddelde tariefverhogings … [Read more...] about June News from Ward 6
New Ward 1 Residents Welcomed
Looks like Summerstrand is Mooving on up as new residents moove into this sought after area. Please welcome the new ratetakers - who are doing a great job already in helping minimise expenses that 'those people who walk their dogs on the beach and then write letters to the Herald and MyPE' insist on: … [Read more...] about New Ward 1 Residents Welcomed
Ward 9 News – IDP and Old Age Grants
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 9 councillor, Heinrich Muller’s newsletter below. Scroll down to see the contact Details for Ward 9. Invitation to IDP, Budget and Annual Report Public Participation Programme The following e-mail from the Metro refers: ".... the Municipality will be conducting a series of public meetings to present its IDP, Budget and Annual Report to the residents of Nelson Mandela Bay. These meetings will give all communities an … [Read more...] about Ward 9 News – IDP and Old Age Grants
Ward 2 Newsletter June 2012
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 2 councillor, Dean Biddulph’s newsletter below. Scroll down to see the contact Details for Ward 2. Safety & Security - Light at the end of the tunnel for Hobie parking area Good news at last appears to be on the horizon for the residents an patrons of the Hobie Beach parking area which has been plagued for a number of years by an increase in the number of vagrants, illegal car guards and undesirables frequenting the … [Read more...] about Ward 2 Newsletter June 2012
Ward 6 News May 2012
The 2012/2013 budgetary process is already in full swing and I would urge you to take part in the public participation processes rolled out by the metro therein. Please remember that it is YOUR money and that YOU have every right to voice your opinion as to how it should be spent. Nelson Mandela Bay Metro: Minister must step in to end chaos in transport system The following press statement was distributed at a press conference hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay Metro on 20 April 2012 by DA … [Read more...] about Ward 6 News May 2012
How to Log Complaints With the NMBMM Service Delivery Call Centre
If you are not yet aware, the metro has established a Service Delivery Call Centre to assist with a one-stop-shop when assisting with municipal complaints. Please note the detailed process that should be followed when logging a complaint with the Joint Operation Centre (JOC). All members of the public are encouraged to make use of this facility using the toll free number and by following the process outlined below. Your are of course also welcome to log your complaint with myself via … [Read more...] about How to Log Complaints With the NMBMM Service Delivery Call Centre
Ward 9 Newsflash 9 May
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 9 councillor, Heinrich Muller’s newsletter below. Scroll down to see the contact Details for Ward 9. Kragga Kamma Transfer Site Update: On Saturday morning, 6 May 2012, the Metro started cleaning up the Kragga Kamma transfer site. I have been informed that other Directorates in the Municipality have made some trucks available to help with the clean-up operation and, although the problem is still not sorted out, some … [Read more...] about Ward 9 Newsflash 9 May
Ward 9 April 2012 News
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 9 councillor, Heinrich Muller’s newsletter below. Scroll down to see the contact Details for Ward 9. REFUSE COLLECTION: Kindly take note that the Metro will be delivering notices to all residents indicating when refuse collection will take place from the residences. Please take note that it is an offence to place refuse in the street prior to the day of collection - broken glass causes injuries (please wrap … [Read more...] about Ward 9 April 2012 News
Admiralty Way Water Pipe Burst
Numerous Admiralty Way and surrounding residents do not have access to clean water since this morning, 2 May 2012. I have spoken to the NMBM Water Department Supervisor and he mentioned that NMBM can't provide him any equipment in trucks and material and therefore he needs to find a private contractor to do the job ASAP. Residents will have access to water to later this afternoon. Thank you for your understanding and patience. … [Read more...] about Admiralty Way Water Pipe Burst
Public Participation for Coastal set-back lines & Beach Aquatic Safety Zones
Dear Residents Two important issues that will affect our City and Ward 1 are the Coastal Set-back lines and special safety zones along the southern beachfront for watersport enthusiasts. Two public meetings are to be held at City Hall, as follows: Thursday, 19th April, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. - Establishment of Coastal setback lines Thursday, 19th April, from 6.30pm to 7.30pm. - Beach Aquatic Safety Zones (BASZ) PLEASE try and attend, as all development along our coastline will be … [Read more...] about Public Participation for Coastal set-back lines & Beach Aquatic Safety Zones
