THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND EMERGENCY TELEPHONE LINE ARE OPERATIONAL
The Fire department numbers 044 801 6300 and the emergency line 044 8016311 are back in operation.
Issued by George Mun
2 Dec 2022 @10:12
Last year we entered December knowing that the Garden Route Dam had overflowed at its 25% capacity increase level. However, we then faced 17% plus increase in water used which placed enormous pressures on our treatment capacity, particularly on our 1950-era Old Water Works (“OWW”). During December-January there were often days where water usage exceeded treatment levels by 2-3ML per day which depleted the reservoirs. We also experienced numerous pipeline breakages resulting from flood damage to our network. In February, there were 2 weekends where purified water available in the main reservoirs was depleted to 2 hours’ supply!
Our appeals to the public to use water sparingly appeared to have no effect.
We took the decision to authorise spending on valves, meters and telemetry to improve management on the 1000km water network built over many decades. This expenditure has resulted in improved access to data and management of the network.
As we enter December 2022, we face further risks through increased water usage. Our rainfall during 2022 has been well below the annual average of 715mm. From July to November, the cumulative rainfall average is 300mm whereas in 2022 we have only had 117mm. The level of our Dam was only 51,88% last week with the hot months ahead. We have therefore imposed further water restrictions.
While the 3-year construction project for our 50% increase (or 20ML per day) in treatment capacity is underway, we also started to refurbish some modules of the OWW to be completed in the next few days. The 17% increase in usage from last year has effectively continued due to ongoing in-migration into George. The daily management of balancing treatment and usage levels has therefore been extremely stressful.
Based on booked accommodation levels, we are expecting an influx of holiday visitors in the coming weeks.
In addition, a 5ML per day containerised water treatment plant has been leased as a temporary solution. It is being installed over the next 2-3 weeks to provide additional treatment capacity over the coming peak season and to permit the further refurbishment on the OWW during 2023. Even when this plant is operational, there is a risk that water usage could exceed the availability of treated water.
Our appeal is that all households should immediately reduce water usage to no more than 15KL per month to adhere to the new water restrictions. At present, we only have 4-5 months’ supply of water left in our Dam.
Our usage has grown dramatically this past year and our residents now need to assist to conserve our water supplies. We desperately need rain to increase the level of our Dam. Please share this message widely to help save Water.
Ald L van Wyk
Executive Mayor of George
The Library and Information Management System (SLIMS) has been unavailable since 15 November 2022 due to a system failure. As a result, libraries in the George Municipal area are having problems with the issue and return of books. The issue of cards, bus tours, interlibrary loans, as well as the purchasing and distribution of new books are all services that are affected.
All libraries in George, however, remain open to the public as access to information is a basic human right. All internet and WI-FI facilities and in-house use of libraries remain open and available to the public.
SLIMS is the computerised database operating system for public libraries. The system is owned, hosted, and maintained by SITA. SITA gave the assurance that this matter is receiving the highest priority and attention. We will keep the public updated and informed of the progress.
This is beyond the control of the George Municipality, and we request the public be patient until the matter is resolved.
Issued by George Municipality
28 November 2022
George Municipality will host the annual Lights Festival on 10 December 2022. Traders are invited to trade at the event and showcase their products and services to the festival goers.
The application form for stalls at the George Lights Festival is available under application forms at the following link: https://www.george.gov.za/george-document/george-light-festival-application-form/
The forms are available from the Securities at the ground flow Main Building, 71 York Street, Dormhls Drift, as well as the Pacaltsdorp Business Associations, Corner Church & Mission Street, Pacaltsdorp.
The forms can also be submitted by the Securities at the Ground Floor, Main Building, 71 York Street, Dormhls Drift or via email to kabrahams@george.gov.za
The closing date for submission of the application is 30 November 2022
For any enquiries, they can contact K Abrahams at (044) 801 9092 during office hours (Monday to Friday 07:45 – 16:30) or email: kabrahams@george.gov.za
Issued by George Municipality
The George Traffic Fine Bus will be stationary at the George Municipal Main building, 71 York Street, George tomorrow, 24 November 2022 from 1 pm.
The purpose of availing the George Traffic Bus to the public is to create awareness of their fines and to offer an opportunity should the public wish to make payments.
The officials will assist the public with any road traffic fines. While the public will be afforded an opportunity to payments of outstanding fines at the George Traffic Fine Bus, they will also be allowed an opportunity to enquire or seek advice on processes relating to traffic fines.
Issued by George Municipality
23 Nov 2022
The Executive Mayor of George, Alderman Leon van Wyk on Monday, 21 November 2022 announced that this year’s George Lights Festival, an annual celebration that marks the beginning of the festive season will, for the first time in history, take place at Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre, Pacaltsdorp.
“It is my honour as your Executive Mayor to announce that the lights Festival will be held at Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre in Pacaltsdorp. This site was chosen for our lights festival as it is a unique amphitheatre, built to honour the memory of Chief Dikkop, who was the leader of the Khoi – Khoi, the first inhabitants of Hoogekraal – now known as Pacaltsdorp.” Mayor van Wyk said during his visit to the venue on Monday, 21 November 2022.
The amphitheatre is used for community gatherings like the monthly Pacaltsdorp Market Day, and now, the annual Pacaltsdorp Lights Festival.
“This year, we are bringing the official lights festival to this historic site and opening it up to every resident in George to celebrate with us. Having this festival here will not only provide much-needed exposure to this venue but will also boost the local economy and showcase the vendors that play such an important role in this part of our beautiful city,” Alderman van Wyk added.
“Having looked at the arrangements made by the organisers, this festival promises not only to boost the local economy but also to be a fun-filled evening, with something to do for EVERYONE! There will be live performances by local artists, food stalls, arts and crafts stalls and a kiddie’s corner! Bring your family, neighbours, and friends as we officially switch on the lights and reign in the festive season, I cannot wait to see you all there!”
The festival event details are as follows:
When : 10th December 2022
Where : Kaptein Dikkop Amphitheatre, Pacaltsdorp
Time :14h00 – 22h00
Seats are limited, so be sure to get there early. If you have any enquiries, please contact Special Programmes & Project Coordinator for Community Development in the George Municipality, Jonathan Fortuin: 044 802 2000 or 061 624 7431.
Executive Mayor’s announcement video in English https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuF2AdNvbCc
In Afrikaans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piXY5ytVy6Y
ENDS.
UPDATE: LIBRARIES UNABLE TO ISSUE BOOKS AND CARDS DUE TO AN ONGOING FAULTY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Please note that the Information Management System used by non-metro libraries, SLIMS, is still down since Friday last week. All libraries in the George Municipal area are having problems with the issue and return of books. The issue of cards, bus tours, interlibrary loans, as well as the purchasing and distribution of new books are all services that are affected.
This is a provincial-wide problem that affects all libraries in the Western Cape, except the City of Cape Town.
All libraries in George, however, remain open to the public as access to information is a basic human right. All internet and WI-FI facilities and in-house use of libraries remain open and available to the public.
SLIMS is administered by SITA and confirmation that SITA is still working on resolving the problem was received from Provincial Library Service this morning.
This is beyond the control of the George Municipality, and we request the public to be patient until the matter is resolved.
Issued by George Municipality
22 November 2022
UNPLANNED POWER OUTAGE IN PARTS OF GEORGE
An unplanned power outage occurred at the Airport area, Geelhoutboom, Modderrivier, Herolds Bay. Electricians are on their way to investigate.
Issued by George Municipality
21 Nov 2022 @07:20
ESKOM LOAD SHEDDING UPDATE 20 Nov 2022
George will be affected as follows:
Sunday 20/11/2022
22:00 – 00:30
Monday 21/11/2022
04:00 – 06:30
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
Tuesday 22/11/2022
04:00 – 06:30
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 00:30 **
Wednesday 23/11/2022
04:00 – 06:30
20:00 – 22:30
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Sunday 20/11/2022
17:00 – 19:30
Monday 21/11/2022
07:00 – 09:30
15:00 – 19:30 **
23:00 – 01:30
Tuesday 22/11/2022
07:00 – 09:30
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
Wednesday 23/11/2022
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
#Loadshedding was cancelled at 08:00 this morning, owing to a sufficient recovery in generating capacity and pumped storage dam levels. Loadshedding will be reinstated at 17:00 and the stage will be confirmed during the afternoon.
CNR YORK & HIBERNIA STREETS WERE TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO A VEHICLE ACCIDENT
The intersection of Corner York and Hibernia Street has been temporarily closed due to an accident between a Bakkie and a Go-George bus this evening. Emergency services are at the scene. Although not so clear at this stage, it appears that the occupants of the two vehicles have sustained minor to serious injuries. This intersection will remain closed until the scene is cleared. Motorists are advised to avoid this intersection and use alternative routes.
Issued by George Municipality
19 Nov 2022 @20:40
PLANNED INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY PORTION OF HANSMOESKRAAL
THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:
PORTION OF HANSMOESKRAAL LYN
SMALL HOLDINGS (GWAING RIVER LINE)
NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on WEDNESDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2022 FROM 09H00 TO 17H00 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.
Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2022 FROM 09H00 TO 17H00.
Issued by George Municipality
18 Nov 2022
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BEPLANDE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER GEDEELTE VAN HANSMOESKRAAL
DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:
GEDEELTE VAN HANSMOESKRAAL LYN
SMALL HOLDINGS (GWAING RIVIER LYN)
KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op WOENSDAG 23 NOVEMBER 2022 VANAF 09H00 TOT 17H00 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.
Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op WOENSDAG 30 NOVEMBER 2022 VANAF 09H00 TOT 17H00.
Uitgereik deur George Municipality
18 Nov 2022
PLANNED INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY PORTION OF THEMBALETHU
THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:
PORTION OF THEMBALETHU: ZONE 9
TABATA, BOB, PETERSON, MAGQAZANA, NKOHLA, SPETOSE, NQWEMESHA, MFAYANA, JOHANNES, PETRUS STREETS
NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on TUESDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2022 FROM 09H00 TO 17H00 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.
Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on TUESDAY 29 NOVEMBER 2022 FROM 09H00 TO 17H00.
Issued by George Municipality
18 Nov 2022
CONSTRUCTION WORK AT MEUL SEWER PUMP STATION
24 November 2022
PROJECT:
Upgrading of Meul Sewer Pump Station
DESCRIPTION:
ELECTRICAL WORK AT MEUL PUMP STATION, GEORGE.
PLANNED CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES AT THE PUMP STATION:
The new Motor Control Centre (MCC) and Generator are currently being installed at the Meul Sewage Pump station. The electrical switchover must now be done to activate the newly installed MCC and Generator.
PERIOD FOR DISRUPTION IN SERVICES:
24 November from 10h00 to 15h00
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
The public and residents of Saasveld, Welgelegen, Kraaibosch, Blue Mountain, Parkdene, Ballotsview, Conville, Rosemoor, Levalia, Glenwood, Loerie Park, Denver Park and Eden are requested to use water sparingly during this time and to discharge as little as possible water into the sewer network. Please limit flushing toilets, washing clothes, dishes, showering or bathing.
CONSTRUCTION IMPACT:
The Meul Sewage Pump Station will be intermittently operational during this period.
ACCESS TO THE SITE:
The public is requested to stay away from the site, and the access road to the site, to prevent hindrance to the emergency work being executed and for health and safety compliance.
ENQUIRIES: iX Engineers: 082 944 3654
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience that might be caused and thanks the residents and public for their cooperation to ensure the successful execution of the works.
PUBLIC NOTICE: REGISTER TO RECEIVE YOUR ACCOUNT VIA EMAIL
Did you know that more than 26 000 ratepayers in the George Municipal area are enjoying receiving their Municipal accounts via e-mail?
Receiving municipal accounts via e-mail comes with the benefits such as instantaneous and seamless delivery of your municipal account, and keeping access to your account without the risk of losing the copy when needed as it is easier to save it and keep track of your account.
You can also enjoy this service by updating your information and supplying us with your e-mail address on the supplied registration form.
As of 31 January 2023, the George Municipality will no longer send out printed accounts by post but a copy can be printed at the cash hall of the Municipality’s main building situated at 71 York Street or Area Offices in BLANCO, CONVILLE, PACALTSDORP, NEW DAWN PARK, ROSEMOOR, PROTEA PARK, TOUWSRANTEN as well as Thembalethu and Waboomskraal Thusong Centres on request.
To ensure that you continue to receive your municipal account statement, please register to receive your Municipal account via email.
The registration form is also available on all Municipal pay offices, area offices and the George Municipality’s website at this link: https://www.george.gov.za/george-document/register-to-receive-your-account-on-email/
Once completed, please return the form to the same office that you have received it from or email it to: accounts@george.gov.za
Issued by George Municipality
18 November 2022
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OPENBARE KENNISGEWING: REGISTREER OM JOU REKENING VIA E-POS TE ONTVANG
Het jy geweet dat meer as 26 000 belastingbetalers in die George Munisipale gebied geniet om hul Munisipale rekeninge per e-pos te ontvang?
Om munisipale rekeninge per e-pos te ontvang kom met die voordele soos onmiddellike en foutlose aflewering van jou munisipale rekening, en om toegang tot jou rekening te behou sonder die risiko om die kopie te verloor wanneer dit nodig is, aangesien dit makliker is om dit te stoor en tred te hou met jou rekening.
Jy kan ook hierdie diens geniet deur jou inligting op te dateer en jou e-posadres op die verskafde registrasievorm aan ons te verskaf.
Vanaf 31 Januarie 2023 sal die George-munisipaliteit nie meer gedrukte rekeninge per pos uitstuur nie, maar ‘n afskrif kan gedruk word by die kontantsaal van die Munisipaliteit se hoofgebou geleë te Yorkstraat 71 of Areakantore in BLANCO, CONVILLE, PACALTSDORP, NEW DAWN PARK, ROSEMOOR, PROTEA PARK, TOUWSRANTEN asook Thembalethu en Waboomskraal Thusong Sentrums op aanvraag.
Om te verseker dat jy voortgaan om jou munisipale rekeningstaat te ontvang, registreer asseblief om jou munisipale rekening per e-pos te ontvang.
Die registrasievorm is ook beskikbaarop by alle Munisipale betaalkantore, areakantore en op die George Munisipaliteit se webwerf by hierdie skakel: https://www.george.gov.za/george-document/register-to-receive-your-account-on -e-pos/
Sodra dit voltooi is, stuur asseblief die vorm terug na dieselfde kantoor vanwaar jy dit ontvang het of e-pos dit na: accounts@george.gov.za
Uitgereik deur George Munisipaliteit
18 November 2022
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ISAZISO SIKAWONKE-WONKE: BHALISA UKUZE UFUMANE I-AKHAWUNTI YAKHO NGE-IMEYILI
Ubusazi na ukuba ngaphezulu kwama-26 000 abahlawuli berhafu kummandla kaMasipala waseGeorge bonwabela ukufumana ii-akhawunti zabo zikaMasipala nge-imeyili?
Ukufumana ii-akhawunti zikamasipala nge-imeyili kuza neenzuzo ezifana nokuhanjiswa kwangoko nangaphandle kwamagingxi-gingxi kwe-akhawunti yakho kamasipala kunye nokugcina ufikelelo kwi-akhawunti yakho ngaphandle komngcipheko wokuphulukana nekopi xa ifuneka njengoko kulula ukuyigcina kwaye ulandele umkhondo we-akhawunti yakho.
Unako kwakhona ukuyonwabela le nkonzo ngokuhlaziya ulwazi lwakho kwaye usinike idilesi yakho ye-imeyili kwifomu yobhaliso oyinikiweyo.
Ukususela ngomhla wama-31 kweyoMqungu 2023, uMasipala waseGeorge akasayi kuphinda athumele ii-akhawunti ezishicilelweyo ngeposi, kodwa ikopi inokuprintwa kwiholo yemali yesakhiwo esikhulu sikaMasipala esise-71 York Street okanye kwii-Ofisi zoMmandla e-BLANCO, CONVILLE, PACALTSDORP, NEW DAWN. PARK, ROSEMOOR, PROTEA PARK, TOUWSRANTEN kwakunye ne Thusong Centres zaseThembalethu naseWaboomskraal ngokwesicelo.
Ukuqinisekisa ukuba uyaqhubeka nokufumana ingxelo ye-akhawunti yakho kamasipala, nceda ubhalise ukuze ufumane iakhawunti yakho kaMasipala nge-imeyili.
Ifomu yokubhalisa iyafumaneka kananjalo kuzo zonke ii-ofisi zentlawulo zikaMasipala, ii-ofisi zengingqi kunye nekwibhusayithi kaMasipala waseGeorge kule linki: https://www.george.gov.za/george-document/register-to-receive-your-account-on-email/
Wakuba ugqibile, nceda ubuyisele ifomu kwakuloo ofisi ubuyifumene kuyo okanye uyithumele nge-imeyili kwa: accounts@george.gov.za
Sikhutshwe nguMasipala waseGeorge
18 eyeNkanga 2022
Pacaltsdorp residents are invited to submit their home residence to be considered as a temporary film set for a television production, faciliated through the Tourism section of George Municipality.
The Tourism section of George Municipality facilitates film support as an economic impact activity to boost the local industry. The section has been assisting Meerfout Films with various aspects of their production for Juffrou X, a drama about a group of teachers and parents who work together to rid their school of bad influences, set to air on kykNET. The producers are looking for residential homes in Pacaltsdorp which can be used as a film set for a specified duration. “We will need about 5 homes, preferably close together, where we can film for one day at each house”, says Producer and Director Berdene Burger.
Dates: January and February 2023 (exact dates TBC)
Home Impact: Film crews understand that additional care must be taken when filming in a residential residence. They bring their own porta loos, catering, chairs and gazebos. The family will need to vacate the home for approximately 12 hours on the day of filming.
Rate: R3,500 per house
Interested Pacaltsdorp residents should make contact with shouse@george.gov.za by Friday, 25 November 2022. Please submit your contact details, residential address and a photo of the outside of the house.
18 November 2022
They are the smallest patients, coming into this world too early. The road is not always easy and on 17 November 2022, we show compassion and support for families who are experiencing the anxiety of premature births by observing World Prematurity Day.
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that every year, 15 million infants worldwide are born preterm. Sadly, the complications of preterm birth are among the leading causes of death in children under five. All infants born preterm require immediate and significant medical care that pose unexpected challenges – emotional and financial – to their parents and family system.
A premature birth occurs when a baby is born before 37 weeks of gestation (pregnancy). In humans, a normal gestation period is from 38 to 42 weeks. Ideally, babies remain in the womb until they are full term, but for various reasons this does not always happen. The causes of preterm birth vary, but in most cases the exact cause is unknown.
Claudine Damons (36) gave birth to her beautiful baby girl, Aria-Lee Damons, on 7 September 2022 at George Hospital. At only 28 weeks, little Aria-Lee weighed 930 g and went to ICU for further care and treatment. Before the birth of her daughter, Claudine was a mom of two boys. ‘Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to give birth prematurely. This was my first experience and I had to adapt,’ she added.
Two months later, baby Aria-Lee is still in her premature stage and a healthy baby.
Another mother who has walked the road with her preemie is Thembisa Saptoe (29) from Thembalethu, George, who gave birth on 10 August 2022 at 28 weeks. She adds that caring for and nursing her preemie baby was one of the most challenging and toughest experience of her life. ‘I am really grateful for the fact that she is a survivor; she fought with everything that she had. At one point we thought we were going to lose her, but she really, really made it through,’ she said.
Western Cape Government Health and Wellness walks a journey with mothers in every stage of their pregnancy. It starts with the antenatal visits during which chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes can be picked up and managed accordingly. It is important for mothers to go to all their antenatal classes, to speak to a healthcare worker when they are unsure or worried about their health or the babies’. This also forms part of the first 1 000 days in a child’s development, starting from conception, moving through pregnancy, birth, and after the first 2 years of life, which are crucial for securing a child’s bright future. Your child’s health is most vulnerable during the first 1 000 days of their life. The right care and nutrition during this time helps to develop their brains, fuel their physical growth, build up a strong immune system, improve their school readiness and educational achievement, and reduce their risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease later in life.
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/first-1000-days/
Caption: Thembisa Saptoe and her baby daughter who was born premature.
Caption: Claudine Damons and daughter Aria-Lee
Caption: Miles Moos with his dad
Caption: Prem Day event at Knysna Hospital
ISSUED BY THE WESTERN CAPE GOVERNMENT HEALTH
GARDEN ROUTE AND CENTRAL KAROO DISTRICTS
Libraries unable to issue books and cards due to a faulty system
All libraries in the George Municipal area are having problems issuing books and cards to members of the public, due to ongoing problems with SLIMS system. We apologize for the inconvenience that is beyond our control and requests the public to be patient with us until the matter is resolved.
Issued by George Municipality
18 Nov 2022
@11:35
ESKOM LOAD SHEDDING UPDATE
Issued by George Municipality, 18 November 2022 @ 07:30
Stage 4 load shedding was implemented at 05:26 this morning until further notice. Breakdowns amounting to 17 056MW of generation capacity, low pumped storage dam levels and lack of diesel are the reasons for the increase in loadshedding. – (Eskom)
George will be affected as follows:
Friday 18/11/2022
06:00 – 08:30
14:00 – 16:30
22:00 – 00:30
Saturday 19/11/2022
06:00 – 08:30
14:00 – 16:30
22:00 – 00:30
Sunday 20/11/2022
06:00 – 08:30
14:00 – 16:30
22:00 – 00:30
Monday 21/11/2022
04:00 – 06:30
12:00 – 14:30
20:00 – 22:30
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Friday 18/11/2022
09:00 – 11:30
17:00 – 19:30
Saturday 19/11/2022
01:00 – 03:30
09:00 – 11:30
17:00 – 19:30
Sunday 20/11/2022
01:00 – 03:30
09:00 – 11:30
17:00 – 19:30
Monday 21/11/2022
07:00 – 09:30
15:00 – 17:30
23:00 – 01:30
VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE
ONLY USE ESSENTIAL APPLIANCES WHEN POWER IS RESTORED
Consumers are reminded to use electricity sparingly especially when power returns after load shedding. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network. Consumers are requested, where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding.
In an effort to provide better health and wellness opportunities to people of all ages, abilities, and socio-economic statuses, the George Municipality has established three Outdoor Gym Trim, one on Knysna Road and another one at the Corner of Mission and Fern Streets in Pacaltsdorp, and ERF 80 Van Riebeeck Gardens.
The Executive Mayor of George Aderman Leon van Wyk this week visited the Outdoor Gym Trims to officially open this easy-to-use outdoor gym equipment which is accessible to the public for recreation purposes.
“This initiative is part of a pilot project that we launched to provide outdoor gym equipment for communal use. We look forward to seeing how the equipment is going to be utilized by community members so we can continue the rollout of such equipment in other wards. At this stage, this open-air gym is one of three pilot sites; one is in Van Riebeek Park (between Heatherlands and Camfersdrift), and Mission Street (Pacaltsdorp),” said Mayor van Wyk.
Councillor Monique Simmers who was also part of the mayor’s entourage during the official launch of the Outdoor Gym Trim also shared her thoughts about this gym facility, as the ward councillor for Ward 5 wherein Lavallia is located, “I am pleased that this amenity is now available for all the residents, young and old, in my ward. These initiatives provide forms of recreational activities for our residents, and I would like to invite everyone to come and try them out. Thanks to our portfolio Cllr Jean Safers and our officials for making this possible.”
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