UPDATED PUBLIC NOTICE: UPGRADING OF SEWER NETWORK GQEBA STREET-THEMBALETHU

The upgrade of sewer infrastructure servicing in Gqeba Street, Thembalethu will have an impact on residents and road users for the estimated period from 19 August 2024 to 18 October 2024.

DESCRIPTION:
To accommodate current and future sewage flows a section of sewerage reticulation in Gqeba Street, Thembalethu, must be upgraded.

The scope of works consists of trench excavations for the upgrading of an existing 180-meter gravity sewer pipeline.

PROJECT PERIOD
19 August 2024 to 18 October 2024.

SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Municipal services may be disrupted during construction. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions will be sent out via social media.

The contractor will communicate directly with residents regarding access to properties.

WORKING HOURS:
Working hours will be from 07h00 to 17h00 Mondays to Fridays and 07h00 – 14h00 on Saturdays as may be needed.

TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users and pedestrians need to exercise caution throughout the duration of the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary road signage and road markings.

Access to properties will be addressed by the Contractor with the homeowners on site.

ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the 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.
Access to erven at the construction area will be arranged with the affected resident by the contractor.

The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to all residents to be patient and exercise caution during the upgrade.

Please look out for and adhere to temporary road signage and construction personnel.