To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 5 councillor, Mornet Steyn’s newsletter below. You may contact Ward 5 using the contact form at the bottom of this report. The DA in Nelson Mandela Bay is pleased to announce the election of Cllr Mornè Steyn to the Infrastructure and Engineering Standing Committee of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. Cllr Steyn (34 years old) is a practicing attorney and the DA's ward councillor for Ward 5. Cllr Steyn has been a DA … [Read more...] about Ward 5 Report – June/July 2014
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Farewell from Jeremy Davis
Dear Constiuents, At this time of my retirement, I wish you a blessed and happy Christmas and a healthy New Year. Thank you for your support over the past few years. Only the DA can turn around the unhappy situation we find ourselves in in this Metro today. Your continued support will be rewarded. Yours faithfully Cllr Jeremy Davis … [Read more...] about Farewell from Jeremy Davis
The Ward 5 by-elections in numbers
Of the 8 669 total registered voters in Ward 5: 2 453 came out to vote This represents 28.30% of the registered voters 19 ballots were spoilt, leaving 2 434 valid votes Morne Gerhard Steyn of the Democratic Alliance received a total of 2302 votes representing 94.58% of the vote Michael John Mc Cormack of the African National Congress received a total of 108 votes representing 4.75% of the vote Ilse Kearns of the United Democratic Movement received a total of 24 votes representing … [Read more...] about The Ward 5 by-elections in numbers
DA landslide Ward 5 win
The DA romped home with an increased majority victory in yesterday's by-election in Ward 5 of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Municipality. The DA candidate, Morné Steyn, polled 2 302 votes which is 94,5% of the vote, up from 85% in 2011. The ANC polled 108 votes, dropping from 12% in 2011 to 4,5%. The UDM received a meagre 24 votes. There were 18 spoiled papers. The electorate has given the DA a massive show of confidence ahead of the 2014 elections and WITH THIS CONTINUED SWING we will … [Read more...] about DA landslide Ward 5 win
Ritual Slaughtering for gain
Editor: Names and other info has been removed from the letter below which was addressed to MyPE and the Executive Mayor, the Acting City Manager, the Mount Rd SAPS and the Executive Secretary Public Health. Dear Madam, I have this morning at precisely 08:20 hrs received a complaint from a resident who lives in Stebonheath Road in Sydenham near to an Ambrose Street residence in Sydenham. The complainant is an 83 year old woman. In light of the fact that permission was granted for a … [Read more...] about Ritual Slaughtering for gain
Ward 5 Action Report 27 May to 7 June 2013
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 5 councillor, Jeremey Davis’ newsletter below. You may contact Ward 9 using the contact form at the bottom of this report. 27/05/2013 - Monday One of the owners at Kondoa flats, 16 Rose Street, Central, came to the office to discuss the arrears on their electricity bill which runs into the R100 000s. Cllr Davis advised that she visit the Customer Care Centre in Walmer to make arrangements to pay this debt. One … [Read more...] about Ward 5 Action Report 27 May to 7 June 2013
Action Report Ward 5 – 29 April to 5 May 2013
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 5 councillor, Jeremy Davis’ newsletter below. You may contact Ward 5 using the contact form at the bottom of this report. 29 April 2013 - Monday It was reported that no street lights are working in Edgar Lane, Richmond Hill. Still waiting for a reference number. A resident in Middle Avenue, North End reported that there is a rat infestation which was reported to Hamilton Mbonda at pest control. 30 April 2013 … [Read more...] about Action Report Ward 5 – 29 April to 5 May 2013
Action Report Ward 5 – 15 to 19 April 2013
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 5 councillor, Jeremy Davis’ newsletter below. You may contact Ward 5 using the contact form at the bottom of this report. 15/04/2013 – Monday Ronald Shaw received his permanent ID document. (Roland has been dry for 10 months!) Cllr Davis thanked Dr Mitchell for completing the Medical report for Mrs Russeau who is will be moved to Echo frail care in Walmer. Cllr Davis contacted Mr Alon Rathbone who owns the … [Read more...] about Action Report Ward 5 – 15 to 19 April 2013
Ward 5 Action Report – 8 to 14 April 2013
To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 5 councillor, Jeremy Davis’s newsletter below. You may contact Ward 5 using the contact form at the bottom of this report. 08/04/2013 - Monday Once again after numerous correspondence since October 2011 an email was sent to Yussuf Gaffore Acting Director Roads and Storm water to have the fencing at Victoria and Wasley Street removed. There was a report of noise disturbance at Legends on the corner of Eastbourne … [Read more...] about Ward 5 Action Report – 8 to 14 April 2013
Recyle Cans, Paper, Glass and Plastic in ONE Spot
As committed as the Longhair and I are to recycling as much as we can it it a tad stressful to have to ride to different recycling spots to get rid of our junk. What makes it worse is when the, especially, glass recycling containers are moved at little or no notice. Although, it is a great stress reliever to SMASH those bottles which could be why people complain. working in conjunction with Nampak Recycling, the Summerstrand Total Garage in Admiralty Way is the first petrol station in Port … [Read more...] about Recyle Cans, Paper, Glass and Plastic in ONE Spot
Control the Sale of Alcohol
The entire methodology employed at present in terms of liquor license applications must be reviewed. I would like to suggest that a moratorium on liquor license applicatons be introduced and during this time a review of all the licences which are currently active be carried out. This action will create a situation where the illegal sale and abuse of alcohol can be addressed. I must inform you that I have had total support for this initiative from BAC (Business against Crime) and the Mount … [Read more...] about Control the Sale of Alcohol
Metro Council Refuses to Dicuss the Crime Situation in Central
Dear Sir I put a motion of exigency to the council meeting of the 31st May 2011 emphasising the need to address the escalating crime situation in Central. I raised the question of why in its wisdom the Metro had terminated the services provided by a private security company that had enforced and controlled security in Central to an acceptable level. This company was replaced by the so called Metro Safety and Security personnel who contributed little or nothing to the security of the … [Read more...] about Metro Council Refuses to Dicuss the Crime Situation in Central
