We wish you a very blessed Easter. Please drive safely and enjoy this special time of the year with your family and friends. Ons wens u graag ‘n geseënde Paasfees toe. Veilig ry en geniet hierdie spesiale tyd van die jaar saam met u familie en vriende. PAINTING OF ROAD SIGNS / STREET NAME SIGNS I have noticed and received complaints that a number of the street & road signs in Ward 9 have faded and need to be repainted. The municipality informed us that we should provide them with a … [Read more...] about Ward 9 Easter News
Ward News
Ward 2 Newsletter: Easter School holidays are already upon us – where does the time go?
It has been a manic first quarter this year with the DA contesting all three ANC seat vacated due to a tragic motor accident earlier this year. As a result, council has been rendered largely more dysfunctional than usual as the ANC majority in council has been temporarily taken away due to their loss. As I write to you, I am preparing for my shift at the Ward 15 by-election in New Brighton. My colleagues and I on the Municipal Public Accounts Committee (MPAC) have also been extremely busy … [Read more...] about Ward 2 Newsletter: Easter School holidays are already upon us – where does the time go?
Metro Waste Disposal Guidelines
I am frequently approached by residents asking what they may or may not be permitted to drop off in respect of household and other waste. Following a recent Waste Management Forum meeting on 19 March 2012, the following document emerged and gives very clear guidelines. Please remember that for Ward 2, the nearest metro transfer station/TIP is situated along Strandfontein Rd between Strandfontein Rd and the Forest Hill Cemetery. Should you wish to dispose of items other than what is allowed … [Read more...] about Metro Waste Disposal Guidelines
Ward 9 Newsflash – Grants and IDP
After receiving numerous queries from residents with regards to the re-registration for old age grants, I sent questions to SASSA and received the following feedback: Q. What does SASSA mean by re-registering - should everybody re-apply for their pensions (all the documents, etc.)? A. "Re-registering is the enrolment of all beneficiaries with the new company that will administer the payments of all grants. The first phase (from 01 March to 28 March 2012) targets only those who receive … [Read more...] about Ward 9 Newsflash – Grants and IDP
Urgent – IDP and Budget Meeting
Dear Ward 2 Residents The municipality has advised that Public Meetings will be held to get input on the IDP, Budget and Annual Report. The meeting for Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, is this Wednesday, 14th March, at 6pm, at the Walmer Town Hall. Please try and attend if possible to be able to voice your opinion. Please raise matters that are problematic in your area, and motivate why the Council must implement our Ward 2 plan items. Raise issues that are noted in the AG's report … [Read more...] about Urgent – IDP and Budget Meeting
Walmer Link Gap Housing Project
At a recent Human Settlements meeting, an excellent presentation was made on the Walmer Link Gap Housing project. 779 units are being developed with the sizes ranging from 45 sq m (2-bedroom units) to 62 sq m (3-bedroom units). Of these, 347 will be for rent and 432 for sale. The income limits for tenants are between R1 500 and R7 500, and for home ownership between R3 500 and R12 000 per month. According to the recent statement by the State President, the maximum income for tenants in social … [Read more...] about Walmer Link Gap Housing Project
Ward 9 News for January and February 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. Please take note that the Metro's e-mail system was offilne for approximately 3 weeks. If you have sent e-mails to me or your Ward Councillor and have not received any feedback please resend your mail. I hope you all had a wonderful, rested holiday. My wish for you is a prosperous 2012. I would once again appreciate your … [Read more...] about Ward 9 News for January and February 2012
Ward 2 Newsletter – NMB Has R1.4 Billion Maintenance Backlog
Ward 2 report by Ward Councillor Dean Biddulph - February 2012 Safety & Security - Metro Police Force Could Add Millions to Municipal Budget Eastern Cape Safety and Liaison MEC Helen Sauls-August has finally gazetted the establishment of the force, paving the way for a formal metro police force, but the issue of whether the Metro can afford the service is now paramount. The establishment of a Municipal Police Force in Nelson Mandela Bay could add an estimated R40 million "if not far … [Read more...] about Ward 2 Newsletter – NMB Has R1.4 Billion Maintenance Backlog
300 Smiling Faces
Ward 2 Councillor, Dean Biddulph, along with the assistance of a generous public has packaged close to three hundred gift boxes that will mainly benefit the Khaya Cheshire in Walmer Township, SOS Children's Village and Sister Ethel's Missionvale Centre. Dean writes; "So often we tend to forget just how fortunate so many of us are and it has been an absolute joy to be able to put together these goodie packs and I'm convinced that here will be many a smiling face on Christmas Day as a result. … [Read more...] about 300 Smiling Faces
Ward 9 News December 2011
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 9 councillor, Heinrich Muller’s newsletter below: Service Delivery Call Centre Information We have received the following information from the Metro should you have problems/complaints with regards to: burst & blocked pipes electricity non-compliance with building regulations illegal dumping sewerage problems illegal businesses environmental health by-law infringements Kindly take note that the … [Read more...] about Ward 9 News December 2011
Ward 2 Report December 2011
Dear Ward 2 Friends The end of another significant year for the Democratic Alliance draws near. It has certainly been an eventful 12 months and the collective efforts of all our public representatives, staff, activists, members and supporters has helped make 2011 our most successful year as a party since inception. I would like to extend a warm word of thanks to all of you who supported me in my bid to retain the Ward 2 seat. I want to say a special thank you to my long suffering wife Lynne, … [Read more...] about Ward 2 Report December 2011
Kragga Kamma Tip Site Inaccessible
Kindly take note that a gate is currently being installed at the entrance to the Kragga Kamma tip site resulting in the tip site being inaccessible to the public. Please refrain from dumping your refuse bags outside the entrance to the tip site as it is causing major havoc! Please also take note that I have already reported the situation to the SAPS, Safety & Security department, Public Health, Waste Management, Infrastructure & Engineering and Traffic department to take immediate … [Read more...] about Kragga Kamma Tip Site Inaccessible
Baakens River Sewage Blockages Cleared
I have been receiving numerous complaints from residents re sewage flowing into the Baakens River Valley. I have thus sent the following e-mail, yesterday, to all officials involved in the previous clean-up. "…All my previous e-mails during the past year refer. I have received the following e-mail from a very irate resident and have been receiving numerous similar e-mails since yesterday. We need action IMMEDIATELY to sort out this problem once and for all!!!! According to the Metro … [Read more...] about Baakens River Sewage Blockages Cleared
Pupils Rape Horror
Dear Sir Clearly indicated by the long slow inadequate and incompetent reaction by the hospitals and the South African police service to the cry for help by the family and child so dreadfully abused on Friday 28 Oct 2011, it is quite clear that our emergency services have limited resources and are incapable of dealing with extremely serious incidents of this nature. The safety of our children must be of paramount importance. How many of us as parents of daughters can be non responsive in a … [Read more...] about Pupils Rape Horror
Congratulations to all who assisted with the Handle Bar Eviction
Dear Editor - a copy of my letter addressed to Reverend Hans on 9 November 2011: Dear Rev Hans, Today the eviction of the illegal inhabitants in the Handle Bar building, corner Campbell Street and Moffat Street was completed. The Joint Operations Centre responded quickly and very efficiently, by sending out the By Law Unit to oversee the removal of all the old dirty furniture that was being used to home the evicted inhabitants in the forecourt of the building, i.e. Campbell … [Read more...] about Congratulations to all who assisted with the Handle Bar Eviction
