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Jokes, Sayings, Funnies and Cartoonswww.MyPE.co.za: Okay, Okay - it could also be "Only in the Eastern Cape!"

With the drought and attendant heat wave sometimes a BOER must 'maak 'n plan"

Good to see that these guys are saving water as well!

Only in Despatch

Thanks Darryl.
Posted by mype on Tuesday, February 09 @ 07:48:31 SAST

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 On the Job with Wouter Booysen: Thorny Workplace Dress Code Issue

Full Stopwww.MyPE.co.za: Our reader this week is angry with her employer, who appears to accept his new receptionist's casual work attire, but expects all other employees to abide by his "unfashionable" dress code rules.

The disgruntled employee has worked for the company for almost 10 years and complains that the style of staff uniforms has barely changed.

However, the receptionist, who joined the company a month ago, wears "very casual clothing" with "plunging necklines".

Though proud to wear the uniform of a highly regarded organisation, our reader and her colleagues feel short-changed, since their outfits are old-fashioned. They cannot understand why the receptionist is free to choose her own clothes and also feel that her choices are inappropriate for a professional environment.

She addressed the matter with her boss, but he said that he accepted the way his new employee dresses and that she cannot be judged for her style and culture.

I personally feel that there is no place for "style and culture" in the work place. If this was the case, employers would have to make provision for company policies to cater for dozens of cultures in our country.

Generally, employers are entitled to - certainly not prohibited from - introducing company policy on clothing and grooming.

However, employees should be informed of these requirements at the interview stage and the employee should agree in writing that the dress code is accepted, that there are no objections to it on any grounds and that the code will be complied with should the application be successful.

Reasons for a company dress code include identification of the company in public places, projecting a certain corporate image both in and outside the workplace, uniformity of appearance, and so on.

A dress code might also contain special provisions in respect of the personal safety of the employee for example, very long hair or long beards might be prohibited on safety grounds.

Our courts have recognised that "the appearance of a company's employees may greatly contribute to the company's success with the public, and a reasonable dress or grooming code is therefore a proper management prerogative".

Such codes would only be considered to be discriminatory if the employer imposes dress or grooming codes on one group of employees only, or imposes more strict and rigid requirements on one group only - such as requiring only female employees to wear a uniform.

However, the operational requirements of the business would play a big part in such decisions. Different dress requirements for female and male employees performing the same functions would - usually but not always - be seen as discriminatory.

Whatever the case, make sure your dress and grooming code is reasonable, fair, lawful and non-discriminatory.

In our reader's case, I suggest that she point to the dress code requirements set out in her letter of appointment and ask her employer if he felt it was fair that everyone else had to adhere to these and yet the new lady, who is the "face" of the company, is exempt.

If her boss is unhelpful, the reader may consider approaching her new colleague directly, letting her know that co-workers are unhappy and suggesting more appropriate attire all without offending her, of course.

Booysen & Rossouw Attorneys in Port Elizabeth specialises in the fields of labour relations and injuries on duty. The firm also deals with all other legal matters.

CLICK HERE to have your labour and other workplace related questions answered courtesy of Coetzee Gouws from Full Stop Communications.
Posted by mype on Monday, February 08 @ 17:02:02 SAST

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 Mulaudzi confirmed for Port Elizabeth Meet

Sport News in PEwww.MyPE.co.za: South Africa's 800m world champion Mbulaeni Mulaudzi is the first high-profile athlete to be confirmed for the opening meeting of the national Yellow Pages Series, which takes place in Port Elizabeth on February 19.

Cindy Stewart and Leigh JuliusMulaudzi - a former Olympic silver medallist and indoor world champion - emulated Caster Semenya when he won the title in a thrilling finish in Berlin last year.

Eastern Province Athletics (EPA) president Godfrey Goliath said today it was a major coup for the organisers to have Mulaudzi in Nelson Mandela Bay as he prepared for the world indoor championships in Qatar on March 12.

"It is a huge honour for us to have athletes like Mbulaeni taking part. He is currently one of the biggest names in athletics and a huge crowd puller.

"The public has been starved of top quality athletics in recent times and we anticipate that they will come out in force to support these athletes."

Goliath said Olympian and national steeple-chase champion Ruben Ramolefe - who broke Whaddon Niewoudt's 17-year-old South African record last year - has also been confirmed for the meeting, which is the first of six countrywide in the lead-up to the national championships in Stellenbosch on March 14.

Mulaudzi and Ramolefe will conduct a coaching clinic for learners at the Westbourne Oval the day before the event, which Goliath said was "vital" to make youngsters aware of the sport.

He said the two national stars - in conjunction with EP stalwarts Leigh Julius, Cindy Stewart, Paul Gorries and Ntombi Ntshiliza would also conduct motivational talks at two schools in the Motherwell township and two in the Northern Areas.

Tickets, which will be available at the gate at the NMMU Stadium before the start, cost R10 for adults. Scholars and students enter for free.

For more information, contact Le-Anne de Kock on 041 374 2818.
Posted by mype on Monday, February 08 @ 16:13:45 SAST

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 PE's Biggest Heart of Love

Education News from PEwww.MyPE.co.za: Students from the Twenty 20 Destiny society at NMMU is extending an invite to loved ones and valentines to join them on Valentine's Day at Happy Valley where they aim to build the biggest heart of love in PE.

This heart will be built with cans of food for children or adults and distributed to various children's and old age homes after the event.

Families, students, and all those who are in love are invited to wear something red and bring a can, place it in a huge demarcated "heart" on the beach at the Humewood entrance at Happy Valley. 

Co-organiser, second-year student Jon-Paul Raper said the Christian society hoped to collect at least 1000 cans of food as a token of love on Valentines Day.

The heart building event starts at 11am and runs till 2pm under the bridge at Humewood Beach. There will be shelter in case of bad weather and ample parking and security behind John Dory.
 
Twenty 20 Destiny is a Christian society on campus with a vision to reach out to young adults within the city who are experiencing "crowd loneliness".

"Students come to NMMU and Port Elizabeth from as far away as China to further their studies but may find themselves alone and lacking a social support structure that is so important to this new chapter in their lives," said Twenty20 Destiny chairman Lance Cairns.

"What better way to show that we care than by reaching out to others on Valentine's Day," he said.

Students will also be invited to play volleyball and meet fellow students at this fun-filled day at Happy Valley.

For more information call either Lance Cairns 0827770894 or Jon-Paul Raper 0724499508.
Posted by mype on Monday, February 08 @ 15:12:44 SAST

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 ABYC Sails Again

Sport News in PEwww.MyPE.co.za: Sailing at Algoa Bay Yacht Club (ABYC) had gone into recession thanks to the October 2009 Storm damage to the marina. But you can't keep a good thing down for long.

Sunday the 7th February saw 12 ABYC keel boats and 3 dinghies muster on the start line for the first official race since the marina disaster.Once the shipping movement was completed the race committee started the reverse pursuit race. The format of a reverse pursuit race is; all yachts start together and sail out on a set course, then after a pre-determined time all yachts will make a 180 degree turn and sail back to the finish. Your yacht's speed or lack thereof is then your handicap.

The start of the race showed the lack of practice as the first boat was 15 seconds late and the last just over 3 minutes late. The wind was the predicted South East of 8 knots, the course determined was St Croix Island. The fleet left the harbour in a stately procession. The conditions changed very slightly as the wind swung slightly into the South South East, but still between 5-8 knots. Exactly one hour after the start the sailing commodore gave the radio instruction to "turn and come back home".

For all those having lunch in the restaurant they had more than their fair share of the wonderful ambience the ABYC Chartroom Restaurant offers. 14 yachts sailed to the finish line right at the entrance to the moorings and all within 10 minutes. Some boats were "dicing" to the finish. It was quite spectacular to have 3 boats finish seconds apart on a 50 meter long finish line.

First home were the old men of the sea on Maricia, followed by Spirit of Gardiol, then  together Con Brio, and the 470 Dinghy 222 and Fuzzy Bosworth on an Extra, They were followed by Talisker, High Spirit, Whisper, Jouster, Aon, Bonita, Sea Mole, La Chevalier. Odessy did not cross the line as they were concerned about the constraints the line posed on such big boat (they would have been third). A very big thank you goes to Odessy for hosting the students from Rhodes University Sailing Club for the week end.

The prize giving was held on the balcony , the prizes being sponsored beers. Amid much mirth and hilarity beers were awarded and confiscated (due to late start) and couple of booby prizes were awarded.

The consensus was that it was a great fun event, all got to the pub together and most of all it was great to be sailing again. It was such a great day that Aquabrat didn't finish the race, they went on sailing (they said it was too good out in the bay).

Philip Stunden.
Posted by mype on Monday, February 08 @ 15:08:08 SAST

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 R1 million VWSA Vehicles to Technical Institutions

Education News from PEwww.MyPE.co.za: Volkswagen of South Africa has sponsored 13 Citi Golfs, worth R1 million, to technical high schools and further education and training centres.

VWSA Training Vehicle HandoverThe vehicles will specifically be used by learners at the institutions as training vehicles - they can be stripped down and re-assembled or used to teach engine tuning and fault-finding.

Speaking at the company's Uitenhage plant at the handing over of the vehicles, Johann Arpin, Technical Learning Academy Manager, explained why the company made the donation. "This sponsorship is made to further enhance the practical training provided at colleges and schools as this is vital to ensure smooth progression from these institutions into technical training offered by industry. The better the quality of candidates applying for apprenticeships and learnerships, the better the artisan that eventually fills a position in industry."

Addressing the institution's representatives, Arpin said "We rely on your support and therefore we give you ours in terms of these vehicles for training purposes."

The institutions which benefited:
Newton Technical High School, Ithembelihle Comprehensive School, Gelvandale High School, Eastcape Midlands College, Daniel Pienaar Technical High School, UDDI Skills Development, Otto du Plessis High School, Bergsig Special School, College of Cape Town, Belcomec Training - George and Keurhof School - Klerksdorp.
Posted by mype on Monday, February 08 @ 14:36:00 SAST

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 Bayworld 2010 Laduma Football Expo Needs Your Input

Community Projects and Issueswww.MyPE.co.za: Bayworld will be opening a new exhibition entitled Laduma Football Expo in the Museum in June 2010 to coincide with the hosting of the FIFA World Cup and is calling on the people of Nelson Mandela Bay to get involved.
 
The exhibition will consist of five components, featuring, four local clubs from Nelson Mandela Bay that have progressed to professional level with four local heroes, Bafana Bafana and some international players from the Eastern Cape area,  Bafana Bafana fan culture, the Carbon Footprint which will look at the environmental impact of the tournament and flags of countries attending the games in Port Elizabeth. Sappi Adamis Mill has sponsored R16 000 towards the carbon footprint component of the exhibit. However, Bayworld is still searching for funding for some of the other components of the exhibit.

Members of the public are invited to get involved by assisting with artefacts required for the displays. The kind of items that can either be donated or loaned to the institution include decorative hard hats, flags, vuvuzelas, football outfits of PE Blackpool, Michau Warriors, Bay United or Bafana Bafana, photographs of past matches and memorabilia with significance for the exhibition.
 
"The FIFA World Cup matches in Port Elizabeth will generate great interest in the sport. This poses a challenge for our museum to delve into history and present an exhibition for the visiting public." said Bayworld Director, Sylvia van Zyl. "As Bayworld is a landmark institution in Port Elizabeth, the pulse of the soccer fans will be felt even here. We, therefore, decided to plan an exhibition geared for the local, as well as international visitors."

Bayworld hopes to benefit from the larger audience that will be in the city during the tournament.  The exhibition will also provide Bayworld with a new and interesting display which is focused on a current event.

Anyone who is able to assist is welcome to contact the curator of display, Charmaine Wynne at Bayworld.
Posted by mype on Monday, February 08 @ 14:22:16 SAST

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 Strange character on PE Beaches

Letters to the Editorwww.MyPE.co.za: I would like to make the public aware of a strange individual roaming our Port Elizabeth beaches. Firstly I would like to give a clear description so the public will recognize him:

White male, In his 40s, Very weathered and tanned, Has a tattoo on his right forearm, A gold stud earring in his left ear, Looks like he bleaches his short hair from brown/grey to orange/yellow, Well dressed, always fully clothed on the beach in pants and big T-shirt, Wears a cap, Is very thin and tall.

My first encounter with him was in the summer of 2007 at Hobie beach it was very busy on the beach and I did not notice this man sit approximately 8 feet in front of me. I only became aware of him when a policewoman on duty chased him away (he did not protest) she then came over to me and informed me that this individual watches you with a tiny piece of mirror he holds in such away it's hard to detect. She said that he has an accomplice, whom he works with, to steal your things as he watches you talk on your cellphone, buy an ice-cream etc etc so he knows what you have to steal and signals to his accomplice when you go off for a swim.

I have seen him every single time I have gone to the beach (various beaches in PE) from 2007 until yesterday. He again sat right in front of me (why me I am not sure because I never take anything valuable to the beach) and always about 8 feet away. Before when I saw him I used to move away to another spot so he would leave me alone, however yesterday at The Summerstrand life saving beach I sat watching him "watching me" for over an hour because I was alone and there was no one around me to call like a life saver to help me I eventually got so mad I got up and marched over to him I asked him to please leave immediately to which he replied "OK" and I said; "If I see you here again I will call the police so leave immediately and dont come back here again". He then got a bit angry and asked me "why what did I do that?" I said "I have been watching you I see your mirror and you watch people now go away!!" He did not deny it and then said in protest " I will be here tomorrow" and he left.

Every time I have seen him on the beach since 2007 I have never seen him steal anything so I think he may be a pervert more than a thief?? I think the public should be made aware of this man. There are lots of young kids running around and at times are naked. Please would you post this on your website or announce it to the public. I think its creepy that he watches people and they do not even know. I have thought about contacting the police but I am not sure what will be done? I would just like the public to be made aware of him.

Sincerely,
Caitlyn.
Posted by mype on Monday, February 08 @ 13:55:36 SAST

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 Imagine This ......

Editorial Commentwww.MyPE.co.za: You are a well known Port Elizabeth property developer / businessman / entrepreneur / landlord / academic. You hobknob with the rich and famous. You have reached the so-called pinnacle of success. Of course the road to this success has been strewn with some controversy, a marriage or two in ruins, a child or twenty out of wedlock, BUT, siring children with the women of well known struggle families has a certain frisson of social acceptability .......

Adding to your juicy and racy reputation is the constant wonder of the public; "Just where did he / she get the money from to fly so high so quickly?"

Your daily lingua franca is peppered with veiled threats behind a mysterious smile. Your are the frequent guest of lawyers and politicians - especially those who have been tainted with the wiff of scandal. Your business associates, in an attempt to become more like you, fight against each other to show just how ruthless they are - mowing everyone else down in their paths as they snap like mongrels below your banquet table fighting for scraps dripping from your greasy fingers.

You subtly boast of how much money you 'donate' to grease the paths of "development". Anyone who attempts to stand in your way is made to pay by defending expensive and spurious litigation.

You begin to believe in your own "divine destiny" and slowly within you grows an uneasy disatisfaction - it is not enough to destroy people and lives using the law, the growing hunger within you is to see, up close and reflected in their eyes, the raw suffering and terror of people you hold sway over, so you take your quest to control by visiting those you wish to sue.

Unfortunately these intelligent, good people push back against you, demean you and make you feel like the bullies did when you were at Catholic Boarding School / Afrikaans Primary / in jail during the struggle.

Your gnawing pain to dominate needs to be satisfied and the growing demons scream for an outlet until one day you find the perfect set of victims to carry out your heinous deeds upon.

Slowly the smoke becomes a fire and your innocent victims say enough is enough and bring charges of assault and molestation against you. Soon many others join in condeming your depravity and you lose everything.

You turn to your God and ask why you have been forsaken? Your God turns from you and sends you to the fires of HELL.

A timely reminder to all those that fly high - you have a responsibility to society, what you do with it is your choice.

Just like it is your choice whether you want to comment or not below.
Posted by mype on Sunday, February 07 @ 15:39:08 SAST

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 Why Living in PE is NOT CR*P

Editorial Commentwww.MyPE.co.za: In fact living in Port Elizabeth is downright pleasant at times.

With the male dwarf having succesfuly negotiated 12 years of school and garnering enough distinctions (4) to move up to tertiary level at NMMU, the Longhair and I have had our lives take another quantum shift as the little bugger does not seem motivated to actually go out there and fight to get his driver's license, leaving the Old Man to play Taxi.

Thank goodness for 3G Connection as it is a bit pointless to ride back and forth for ONE lecture and so much easier to just find a shady spot and work.

The BIG bonus is that the yacht club and various pubs are on the way home - spoilt for choice we are, spoilt for choice.

This afternoon, after the Dwarves one and only lecture, we popped into the Yacht Club for a bit of catchup and decided to stay for lunch and a cold Fanta Brown - Orange Juice for the dwarf as he was driving and is in training for another hectic rowing season (SHAME!).

We have only eaten at The Chartroom once since Dean took over the catering, as the Father-in-Law has been experiencing the aches and pains and back ops associated with the onset of old age and our time has been rather short.

Philip and I both ordered chicken burgers.

And, this is where the pleasant part of Port Elizabeth comes to the fore;
Where else in the world can you eat lunch on the waterfront with a cold frosty, great service and presentation, not too mention VALUE FOR MONEY for less than a hundred bucks for two?

The burgers come with an overly generous portion of chips - freshly cut, not too oily and wiff the potato skin still on, whilst the burger is a butterflied fillet of chicken (not a ground crumbed burger pattie, but egte hoender vleis!).

With the dwarf in rowing training we watch food disappear down his gullet like rain into the Big Hole of Kimberley. But, this time, he met his match with the chicken burger and actually was full afterwards.

I see that Dean has also introduced Sushi to The Chartroom menu - ssssh DO NOT tell the Longhair, lest you want to bankrupt me!

Sun, great views and that elusive feeling of exclusivity can be yours for the price of a Burger.

I see that to-morrow evening (6 February) BON VIZ & FRIENDS will be playing on the deck at ABYC from around 6:30 p.m.

AND, at last some organised sailing takes place on Sunday with a reverse pursuit race starting at 11:00 a.m.

Contact: ABYC | Chartroom.
Posted by mype on Friday, February 05 @ 14:59:33 SAST

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 Central Electricity Interruptions

Local Government and Municipality in PEwww.MyPE.co.za: Residents are kindly requested to note that the electricity supply to the following areas in Central will be interrupted as stated below in order to do maintenance work on substations:

1. Central: SATURDAY, 6 FEBRUARY 2010 (08:00 - 18:00)

Area bounded by: Section of Gipson Street, Westboune Road, Rink Street, Park Drive, Newton Street, Settlers Valley, Target Kloof, Featherstone Road, Salisbury Avenue, College Road, College Avenue, back to Gipson Street.

2. Central: SUNDAY, 7 FEBRUARY 2010 (08:00 - 18:00)

Area bounded by: Section of Whitehead Road, Park Drive, Rink Street, Brickmakers Kloof, Settlers Valley and Target Kloof.

3. Central: TUESDAY, 9 FEBRUARY 2010 (08:30 - 18:00)

Area bounded by: Section of Albany Road, Russell Road, Rink Street, Park Drive, Park Lane, back to Albany Road.

4. Central: THURSDAY, 11 FEBRUARY 2010 (08:30 - 18:00)

Area bounded by: Section of Russell Road, Belmont Terrace, Cuyler Street, Rink Street, back to Russell Road.

As there is no guarantee that supply will be off throughout the whole period stated, installations in all premises must still be regarded as being live during these hours.

For any queries in this regard please quote the following number:  E- 05/02/10/02.
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Contacts.
Posted by mype on Friday, February 05 @ 14:18:43 SAST

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 Crikey! Just before the World Cup

Crime and the Police in PEwww.MyPE.co.za: We at MyPE received a memory stick with an explanation and a number of images and taken yesterday in the Port Elizabeth Harbour.

One of the images is this one below and we were wondering if any of our dear readers could fill us in as to what happened thereby confirming the anonymous 'tip off'.

SAPS Boat Harbour Collision

It certainly looks like something large like a tug ploughed into the SAPS boat. Now, we know, and have great respect for the seamanship skills of the pilots of both vessels so the accident must have been as a result of one taking avoiding action - much like you would take avoiding action in your car when a large dog runs across the road. Of course large dogs don't swim much in the Harbour so we presume it could have been a large whale or shark or another idjut at the helm of a boat.

Let us know via the MyPE Feedback or comments section below.
Posted by mype on Friday, February 05 @ 08:43:39 SAST

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 Congratulations Zanele Mdodana

Sport News in PEwww.MyPE.co.za: Zanele Mdodana was today announced as a member of the South African Netball Squad, the only lass from the Eastern Cape.

Zanele MdodanaZanele, who hails from New Brighton, Port Elizabeth in Nelson Mandela Bay, was today congratulated by Nelson Mandela Bay Council Chairperson for Sport, Recreation, Arts & Culture, Cllr Maria Hermaans.

"We are extremely proud of Zanele," said Cllr Hermaans. "She has done Nelson Mandela Bay and the Eastern Cape proud. Our message to her is to fly the flag of Nelson Mandela Bay high."

"We wish her well, and will do everything we can to support her."
Posted by mype on Thursday, February 04 @ 16:57:00 SAST

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 Municipality to Allocate R5,7 million for 2010-2011 Grants-in-aid

Local Government and Municipality in PEwww.MyPE.co.za: In its continued efforts to meaningfully assist deserving organizations that actively contributes to the betterment of Nelson Mandela Bay, the Municipality allocated R5,7 million for grants-in-aid in the 2010-2011 financial year and currently awaits applications.

These applications, that will be considered during August/September 2010, must be submitted by no later than 31 March.

In the 2009-2010 financial year the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality approved grants for almost 100 deserving organizations. Amongst them are:

Community Chest (R 800 000), EP Rugby Football Union (R 320 970), Nelson Mandela Bay Netball Association (R 100 000), African Scholar's Fund (R 100 000), Progress Alternative Education Centre (R100 000), Rape Crisis Centre (R100 000), Sinethemba Children's Care Centre (R100 000), House of Resurrection Haven (R 100 000), SOS Childrens Village (R100 000) and R50 000 to Aurora Special Care Centre.

Please note that only applications received from the following categories of organisations serving the community in the metropolitan area will be considered:
  1. Sporting bodies (excluding applications in lieu of municipal general rates).
  2. Registered benevolent, welfare or charitable institutions.
  3. Art and culture (libraries, museums, art galleries, agricultural societies, art and culture groups).
  4. Educational institutions (excluding primary and secondary schools).
  5. Local economic development (registered non-profit organisations only).
  6. Pre-schools/Educare centres.
  7. Schools catering for learners with disabilities/special needs learners.
In terms of Councils policy, applications for assistance must be made on the prescribed application form and be accompanied by the applicants constitution (first-time applicants only), latest audited financial statements, and other supporting documents, as specified on the application form.

The prescribed application form can be obtained from the office of the Executive Director : Corporate Services (Ms V Heera), Room 1122, eleventh floor, Lillian Diedericks Building (previously known as Brister house) , Govan Mbeki Avenue, Port Elizabeth during normal office hours. Alternatively, a copy of the application form is available on the Municipalitys website (CLICK HERE to download the Grant in Aid Application).

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Contacts.
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 Interesting PE Crime Incidents

Crime and the Police in PEwww.MyPE.co.za: A regular MyPE reader (thanks Belinda) sent me the the Atlas Security weekly newsletter and a portion of the newsletter contains a list of incidents reported to Atlas over the past week. These are not neccesarily incidents that they have responded to but a list of incidents as they have come to the attention of Atlas staff and officers and includes robberies, thefts, burglaries and medical emergencies.

WEDNESDAY 27 JANUARY 2010:
  • 01:50 A business in Upperhill Street, Central was burgled. The suspects broke the back window and gained entry. The response officers arrested three suspects and handed them over to the SAPS.
  • 03:48 A residence in Belfast Drive, Fernglen was burgled. The suspects used a bolt cutter and cut the lock off the garage door and entered the garage. The response officer arrested the suspect and handed him over to the SAPS.
  • 06:55 A business in Kwaford Street, Struandale was burgled. The suspects broke the window and kicked in the burglar bars. Entry was gained.
  • 14:59 A residence in 10th Avenue, Summerstrand had an attempted burglary. The suspects forced open the sliding door but did not gain entry.
  • 17:34 A residence in 2nd Avenue, Algoa Park was burgled. The suspects broke into the flat at the back. Entry was gained.
  • 22:23 The response officer reported that they drove past a man in Donkin Road, Central, who suddenly started to run and dropped a bag. They found radio's and chargers in the bag and handed it over to the SAPS.
  • 22:50 Thieves stole copper piping from a business in Makepeace Crescent, Perseverance.

THURSDAY 28 JANUARY 2010:
  • 01:55 a residence in Benfleur Avenue, Beverly Grove was burgled. The suspects broke the kitchen window and gained entry. They stole a cell phone that was charging and fled.
  • 05:45 A business in Russel Road, Central was burgled. The suspects broke the front window and gained entry.
  • 07:35 A business in Kwaford Road, Struandale was burgled. The suspects gained entry by forcing open the metal sheeting the left hand side of the building.
  • 11:34 An armed robbery took place at a business in LintGrange. Two suspects entered the bank and robbed them of an undisclosed amount of cash. This is not an Atlas client.
  • 11:42 A residence in Young Park, Mill Park had an attempted burglary. The suspects broke the wendy house doors and the garage doors but no entry was gained.
  • 12:48 A business in Nicoll Street, Neave Township had an attempted burglary. The suspects broke a window and tampered with the burglar bars. No entry was gained.
  • 13:01 A residence in Arend Street, Cotswold was burgled. The suspects forced open the window and kicked in the burglar bars. Entry was gained.
  • 13:51 Thieves stole a copper tap from a business in Conygham Road, Parsons Hill. He ran away when the client screamed.
  • 16:02 An armed robbery took place at a business in Hammond Street, Sidwell. Two armed suspects entered the store and took a ladies handbag with all her valuables. The men fled in a white Tazz. One shot was fired but no one was injured during this incident.
  • 16:10 A premises in Cambell Street, Central had an attempted burglary. The suspects forced open a piece of the burglar bars but no entry was gained.

FRIDAY 29 JANUARY 2010:
  • 02:23 A residence in Seine Road, Woodlands had an attempted burglary. The suspects forced open the window but did not gain entry.
  • 02:54 Thieves stole a wheel from a vehicle park at a premises in Fourth Avenue, Summerstrand. The suspects fled in a red city golf. The response officers gave chase and arrested the suspects. They retrieved the wheel and handed them over to the SAPS.
  • 03:35 A residence in Noire Street, Woodlands was burgled. The suspects removed a window and gained entry. The suspects stole an undisclosed amount of cash and valuables to the value of R10 000.
  • 07:48 A business in Butler Street, Central was burgled. The suspects entered through the left hand side of the building by using a brick to smash a window and a glass door.
  • 09:45 A business in Indwe Street, Motherwell had an attempted burglary. The suspects smashed the sliding door but did not gain entry.
  • 15:00 A business in Strand Street, Central had an attempted armed robbery. The client reported that 5 African males wanted to rob them but fled empty handed.
  • 16:27 Thieves attempted to break into a premises in Crozant Street, Lorraine Manor. The clients scame home and the suspects chased him and robbed him of his school bag containing the house keys. This is not an Atlas client.
  • 16:58 A vehicle was stolen in River Road, Walmer. The woman parked her car for 5 minutes to walk her dog and when she returned her car was missing. This is not an Atlas client.
  • 17:47 A business in Downing Street, North End was burgled. Four suspects entered the premises by forcing open the front door. Entry was gained. The response officers recovered all the stolen goods.
  • 18:35 Thieves broke into a vehicle outside a business in Commercial Road, Sidwell.
  • 22:35 Thieves stole from a residence in Wychwood Avenue, Linkside. The client reported that the thieves were removing her goods from her garage.
  • 23:10 An attempted hijacking took place in Govan Mbeki Avenue, North End. Two men in blue overalls chased the client's and pointed a gun at him. They managed to run away from the suspects.

SATURDAY 30 JANUARY 2010:
  • 00:16 A business in Old Cape Road, Greenbushes was burgled. The suspects could only gain entry into the yard and stole pipes.
  • 01:04 A business in Kurland Road, Perseverance was burgled. A suspect forced open the unlocked back door and entered the premises.
  • 01:04 An attempted hijacking took place outside a premises in Old Cape Road. A couple ran out of petrol and 5 suspects smashed the vehicle window and tried to get away with the vehicle. No one was injured during this incident.
  • 01:10 The response officers attended to a medical emergency at a premises in St Georges Park. The clients husband had a triple bypass three years ago and when he woke up he did not feel well. They assisted the man and he was in a stable condition.
  • 01:16 A vehicle accident took place in Boshoff Street, Westering. Two people, a motorbike, were killed.
  • 01:31 The response officers attended to a medical emergency at a premises in Partridge Avenue, South End. The client was in a lot of pain and had pins needles all over his body. The client was transported to the hospital.
  • 04:48 A business in Havelock Street, Central was burgled. The suspects forced open a window and entered through the back door.
  • 09:05 A business in Perl Road, Korsten was burgled. The suspects broke through the back window and gained entry.
  • 09:45 A business in York Road, North End was burgled. The suspects forced open the burglar bars at the back and gained entry.
  • 10:20 A Fordyce Road, North End client informed Atlas that her mom was mugged the previous day and she saw the guy walking down the road.
  • 14:23 The response officer attended to a medical emergency at a residence in Glendore Road, Pari Park. The client confirmed that there was a man site and it seems that he is having a heart attack. The ambulance was dispatched to the incident.
  • 20:39 A residence in Olive Crescent was fire. No one was in the house and the fire department extinguished the fire. This is not an Atlas client.
  • 21:25 A house robbery took place at a premises in Worraker Street, NewtPark. Three coloured men entered the house and gun pointed the client. The suspects robbed the client of laptops, jewelry, cell phones and an undisclosed amount of money. This is not an Atlas client.
  • 23:44 A business in Barry Street, Sidwell had an attempted burglary. The suspects cut the bar the window but did not gain entry.

SUNDAY 31 JANUARY 2010:
  • 01:42 A residence in Seine Road, Woodlands had an attempted burglary. The suspects forced open a window but no entry was gained.
  • 04:01 A business in Ranger Street, Markman Township was burgled. The suspects broke through the front wooden door and gained entry.
  • 06:19 A business in Chevrolet Street, Markman Township was burgled. The suspects broke through the back wooden door. Entry was gained. The suspects dropped the stolen goods when the armed response officers arrived.
  • 06:565 A security guard at a business in Struanway, Struandale reported that a suspect stole scrap metal from the yard. No entry was gained into the building.
  • 10:12 A business in Perl Road, Korsten was burgled. The suspects broke a window in the courtyard area. The response officer arrested one suspect.
  • 12:19 A residence in Second Avenue, Summerstrand had an attempted burglary. The suspects forced open the front door and the security gate. No entry was gained.
  • 12:35 A hijacking took place in Grahamstown Road, Deal Party. The suspects waited for the man inside the premises and as he stopped they hijacked him. The suspects dropped the client off without any injuries.
  • 23:17 A residence in Abedour Crescent, Humewood was burgled. The suspects made a hole in the roof and broke the locks off two outside sheds. Entry was gained. The response officers later recovered some of the stolen goods.

MONDAY 01 FEBRUARY 2010:
  • 00:31 A business in Rink Street, Central was burgled. The suspects forced open the toilet window and is not sure whether entry was gained.
  • 00:56 A business in Bird Street, Central was burgled. The security guard saw 3 suspects carrying items from the premises. They forced open a window and gained entry. The response officers recovered some of the stolen goods.
  • 03:36 A business in Ranger Street, Markman Township was burgled. The suspects forced open the front wooden door.
  • 04:32 An armed robbery took place at a business in Old Cape Road, Hunters Retreat. Two coloured men robbed two ladies at the ATM. The suspects fled with their loot.
  • 04:50 A premises in Main Road, Markman Township had an attempted burglary. The suspects broke the front window but did not gain entry.
  • 05:02 A security guard at a business in Chevrolette Street, Markman reported that 3 suspects entered the yard and stole some steel. One of the suspects were armed with a firearm. The suspects dropped the steel when they fled.
  • 06:24 A business in Hammond Street, Sidwell was burgled. The suspects broke a small window and kicked in the burglar bars.
  • 06:58 A business in Buick Street, Markman Industrial was burgled. The suspects removed the workshop window and gained entry.
  • 07:26 A premises in Cedar Road, Willowdene was burgled. The suspects broke through the roof and gained entry.
  • 08:15 A business in CaledStreet, Uitenhage had an attempted burglary. The suspects cracked the front window but no entry was gained.
  • 08:30 A business in Third Avenue, NewtPark was burgled. The suspects cut the locks off the gate and gained entry.
  • 09:48 A business in Reis Street, Deal Party was burgled. The suspects cut part of the fence and gained entry into the yard. They stole goods from the yard.
  • 10:23 A business in Nielsen Street, Korsten was burgled. The suspects forced open the kitchen window and gained entry.
  • 12:53 A business in York Road, North End was burgled. The suspects forced open a window and kicked in the burglar bars. Entry was gained.
  • 21:20 A business in SuttRoad, Sidwell had an attempted burglary. The suspects broke a window and bent the burglar bars but no entry was gained.
  • 21:16 A business in NewtStreet, NewtPark was burgled. The suspects smashed the top window. The client is not sure whether entry was gained.

TUESDAY 02 FEBRUARY 2010:
  • 00:21 A residence in Seventh Avenue, Summerstrand was burgled. The suspects broke the lounge window. The response officers arrested the suspect inside the premises.
  • 00:30 The response officers arrested a suspect who tried to break into a residence in Himeville Drive, Bluewater Bay. The suspect had a fight with his girlfriend and jumped over the clients wall and attempted to break down their door. The suspect assaulted the client. The SAPS arrived and attended to the incident.
  • 01:15 The response officers saw suspects breaking into a premises in Newton Street, Newton Park. The suspects forced open the top window and gained entry.
  • 04:25 A thief stole a cell phone from a client at a business in Biggar Street, Miramar.
  • 04:41 A business in Buick Street, Markman Township had an attempted burglary. The suspects smashed a window but did not gain entry.
  • 05:46 A business in Struanway, Struandale was burgled. The suspects stole goods from the premises and was caught and arrested by the response officers. They recovered all the stolen goods.
  • 07:58 A business in Hammond Street, Sidwell was burgled. The suspects smashed a window and gained entry.
  • 11:19 A lady was arrested for stealing at a business in Govan Mbeki Avenue, North End.
  • 11:23 A Thames Road, Fernglen client reported that she saw a 26 year old suspect sitting across her premises in the morning. She later found the man inside her garage.
  • 14:10 A suspect tried to steal a gate motor from a residence in Gowar Street, Kabega Park.
  • 15:46 A fire started around a residence in Blomme Avenue, Greenbushes. The fire department attended to the fire.
  • 17:02 An employee at a business in Grahamstown Road, Sydenham stole goods from the store.
Eds Note: Please phone me back, Gary!
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 PE Dolphins Doing Well in Hong Kong

Community Projects and Issueswww.MyPE.co.za: "Nearly six months has passed since the departure of the Bayworld dolphins, Domino and Dumisa, to their new home at the Ocean Park in Hong Kong and both are doing well," says Bayworld PR Elouise Matthys.

The relocation of the Bayworld dolphins was part of an international breeding loan agreement made to firstly ensure that in-breeding is prevented between the two animals, as the male was both father and brother of the calf, and also to house them in a safe social environment whilst a major upgrade of the Oceanarium is implemented to achieve compliance with world standards for a dolphin holding facility.

Since its opening in January 1977, the non-profit organisation, Ocean Park, has developed into a world-class attraction connecting people with nature, and is recognised for its animal husbandry, research and relationship with the community.

"Ocean Park's skilled and experienced animal keepers, veterinary personnel and management share Bayworld's values and beliefs in caring for these animals."  said Bayworld Director, Sylvia van Zyl. "In that sense, we knew that the integration protocols followed and the care given to our animals would involve as much attention to individual needs as we would have done ourselves, under the circumstances."

On their arrival, Domino and Dumisa were moved into a brand new, state of the art dolphin holding facility. They adapted exceptionally well to their new surroundings and have enjoyed all the attention and interaction with Ocean Park's many animal trainers and veterinary staff, as well as delighting in a range of new and familiar enrichment toys.

The integration of the dolphins with the Ocean Park animals has been a slow, meticulously planned process. They are closely monitored for any changes in behaviour or eating patterns.

Initially the Bayworld two were introduced to two young male dolphins called Anson and Ginsan, after the mandatory quarantine period. The much anticipated meeting was an anticlimax when the Bayworld dolphins were not the least bit curious about their new friends - Dumisa being more interested in the attention of the trainers. However, they have since become good companions interacting with each other in the spacious number of interconnecting pools.

Earlier this month, Dumisa was introduced to other female dolphins and the process of slowly weaning Domino and Dumisa from each other began. She spent a number of uneventful days apart from Domino, accompanied by two older female dolphins, while he spent his time with Anson and Ginsan. During this separation period, they were not looking for each other. Subsequently they were relocated to a different facility last week and both are doing well. Domino is now grouped together with the boys to form the presentation group which he and Anson commenced with in the Ocean Theatre * last weekend.

Dumisa has been placed with the female group and is settling in and eating well.

* According to the Ocean Park web site the new Ocean Theatre production, Sea Dreams, is; "... an international world class production with sound editing provided by an Oscar winner, featuring delightful music, dazzling backdrops, and stunning performances by its animal stars on stage and up-close with the audience. The 6-scene show unfolds with a grandfather telling his granddaughter about his dream of how humans and animals can live harmoniously, with mutual love and respect.

In fact the park looks so great I am beginning to have doubts whether Domino and Dumisa will ever pine for good old Algoa Bay, Port Elizabeth or Bayworld!
Posted by mype on Thursday, February 04 @ 15:09:47 SAST

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 Ward 2 Newsletter February 2010

News from Ward 2 Port Elizabeth

www.MyPE.co.za

To see how hard working Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 2's councillor, Dean Biddulph's newsletter below, and don't forget to see what Jeremy Davis has been up to in Ward 5; Andre Goosen in Ward 3; Retief Odendaal in Ward 6, Heinrich Muller in Ward 9, Gustav Rautenbach in Ward 8, and Stanford Slabbert in Ward 1.

To subscribe to the MyPE Daily News Updates, click here.

From Councillor Dean Biddulph ...

Dean Biddulph Ward 2 Councillor Port Elizabeth Democratic AlianceIn this edition:
  1. ANC's developmental state unravels
  2. ESKOM CFL exchange program
  3. Tougher water restrictions on the cards from Feb
  4. Telkom tower feedback
  5. Update - Illegal Dumping
  6. DA controlled metro could become a reality in 2011
  7. Metro Traffic cops blow R4.4 million in overtime free-for-all
  8. Meet the DA team - this month - Joe Seremane

Full Article

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 Go Fly a Kite!

Education News from PEwww.MyPE.co.za: About one hundred brightly coloured kites will adorn the skies above Mandela Bay tomorrow (Thursday 4 February) in a display of design and craftsmanship by students of the School of Architecture at the Nelson Metropolitan University (NMMU). The event, which involves around 500 architecture, technology and interior design students, will be held at the Donkin Reserve in Central. Prize money of R 3000 for the best kite will be sponsored by the Workplace Architects, who were appointed by the Mandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA) to oversee the Donkin Reserve Upgrade. The MBDA will fund refreshments for the group of students. Weather permitting the event will start at 11am and finish at 2pm on Thursday 4 February. The public are encouraged to attend and enjoy the visual display.

The Donkin Reserve is currently undergoing a multimillion rand upgrade in a series of 52 projects over the next few years. The upgrade includes installing public artworks in the reserve, planting an indigenous garden in the reserve, upgrading the lighthouse and keeper's cottage as well as installing a flagpole to commemorate special events.

Dorelle Sapere, Project and Development Manager for the MBDA, said, "The overall consensus in the Donkin's public participation process undertaken last year was that it needed to be kept as a green space but with a lot of opportunities for entertainment and attractions that persuaded people to stay. This is the first such event and we hope that the stunning visual nature of the event will attract people to the space, to enjoy their city and mix with their communities."

Debbie Wintermeyer of the Workplace Architects, noted that the main aim of the upgrade of the Donkin Reserve was to ensure that it was used as a place for the community to gather.

"We are delighted that these students, who are the future of our city, will use this site to display their creative talents. For us, this is proof that the space is attracting people to it, and the community is enjoying and utilizing this special reserve. In this regard we were happy to encourage the students by sponsoring the prize for the best kite."

Fourth Year Student Master, Donald Flint of the School of Architecture at NMMU added, "This event is an icebreaker for the beginning of the Varsity year. We have promoted the design of kites as they are simultaneously artistic and technically intriguing. Kites of course go hand in hand with the Windy City. The entire School is involved in this event and students are split up into teams of around seven, so it is a great way for the students to prove their creative talent as well as getting to know each other. The event moved to the Donkin from the beach this year because this was motivated by the Workplace Architects and the MBDA, who are actively encouraging community activity and events in the inner city. It was agreed that the windswept vistas of the Donkin Reserve would be a delightful and spectacular venue for the flying of kites."
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 Ward 8 News - February 2010

News from Ward 8 Port Elizabeth

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To see how Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see Ward 8's councillor, Gustav Rautenbach's newsletter below, and don't forget to see what Jeremy Davis has been up to in Ward 5; Andre Goosen in Ward 3; Retief Odendaal in Ward 6, Heinrich Muller in Ward 9, Gustav Rautenbach in Ward 8, Dean Biddulph in Ward 2 and Stanford Slabbert in Ward 1.

To subscribe to the MyPE Daily News E-Mail Update, click here.

From Councillor Gustav Rautenbach...

WARD 8 NEWS - February 2010 - Best wishes to all Ward 8 residents for a prosperous 2010!

In This Edition:

Gustav Rautenbach
  1. Strict Water Restrictions
  2. Traffic Law Enforcement
  3. Application for an Old Age Pension or Grant
  4. Revenue Collection
  5. Stolen Vehicles
  6. Dog Control Problems
  7. "Go-Green Campaign" - Ward 8
  8. Dangerous Intersections, Kabega Road
  9. Street Children at Walker and Kabega Road Intersection
  10. Job Seekers at Street Corners
  11. Black Refuse Bags
  12. Municipality Seeking Temporary Labour to Install Energy Saving Bulbs
AFRIKAANSE WEERGAWE
  1. Streng Waterbeperkings
  2. Verkeerswetstoepassing
  3. Aansoek om 'n Ouderdomspensioen of Toelaag
  4. Invordering van Inkomste
  5. Gesteelde Voertuie
  6. Beheer oor Honde
  7. "Groen" Veldtog - Wyk 8
  8. Gevaarlike Interseksies, Kabega
  9. Straatkinders by Walker en Kabegaweg Verkeersligte
  10. Werksoekers op Straathoeke
  11. Uitsit van Swart Vullissakke
  12. Munisipaliteit Soek Tydelike Arbeid om Energiebesparende Gloelampe to Instaleer
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 Ward 6 News February 2010

News from Ward 6 Port Elizabeth

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Ward 6 News from hard working Retief Odendaal. To see how other Ward Councillors go about their jobs, see what Heinrich Muller has been up to in Ward 9, Jeremy Davis in Ward 5, Andre Goosen in Ward 3, Stanford Slabbert in Ward 1 and Dean Biddulph in Ward 2

To subscribe to the MyPE Daily News Updates, click here.

From Councillor Retief Odendaal ...

WARD 6 NEWS - February 2010

Hartlike groete aan alle inwoners van Wyk 6. Dit is reeds Februarie en die aktiwiteite van 2010 is in volle swang. Ek vertrou dat u die vakansieseisoen geniet het en dat die jaar 2010 vir u en u gesin 'n interessante jaar vol opwindende uitdagings sal wees. Ek het vakansietyd so 'n draai in die Suid-Kaap gemaak waar die droogte nou regtig rampspoedig raak. Ons bid en vertrou dat dit daar asook hier binnekort genoegsaam sal ren.

I remind you that as from 1 February stricter water restrictions will apply. I know it is difficult to see your garden slowly perishing but we all have to work together in order to pull through this trying time. A lot has been said about the way in which the Municipality has handled this crises and it all comes down to that old adage, Failure to plan, is planning to fail. Here's hoping that a lot will be learned from past mistakes and that in future we will not repeat those mistakes.

In this issue:
  1. Water Restrictions;
  2. Fairview Ontwikkeling;
  3. Hawkers-Newton Park;
  4. Glen Hurdrylaan opgradering;
  5. Municipal Manager.

1. WATER RESTRICTIONS

As from 1 February 2010 all households are requested to limit their water consumption to not more than 500L daily. The residential rate shall be R6.62 per 1000L should you stay within the aforesaid limit. Should you exceed your 500l daily average per month the cost shall increase to R14.91 per additional 1000L.

You are urged to use water extremely sparingly and to report all water leaks, bursts or reckless water usage at 0800 205 050 or waterleaks@mandelametro.gov.za .

Kindly remember that the use of all garden hoses or sprinkler systems is strictly prohibited except if borehole water or grey water is utilized therefore. Watering of the garden with handheld buckets is allowed, but not encouraged.

2. FAIRVIEW ONTWIKKELING

Die fondamente vir die eerste huis in die restitusie-gebied'' Fairview is gel! Ek is verheug oor die feit dat eienaars eindelik hier kan begin bou en hoop dat dit baie van ons probleme, soos byvoorbeeld onwettige storting, die hoof sal bied.

Ongelukkig is die elektrisieteitstoevoer-infrastraktuur in hierdie gebied deur die jare uitermate geplunder en besteel. Dit laat restitusie-eienaars nou met die hande in die hare deurdat hul nie verseker is van elektrisiteitstoevoer na hul eiendomme sou hul besluit om hul huise te bou nie. Die munisipaliteit is besig om die saak te ondersoek en ek sal u op hoogte hou van enige verwikkelinge hierin.

3. NEWTON PARK HAWKERS

My office has been inundated with calls regarding the ongoing problem of illegal hawking in Newton Park. Although one does not want to deprive people of making a living, some of the hawkers in Newton Park have absolutely no respect for our area and are leaving their waste and rubbish on our verges and in our streets.

A task team has been set up to look into this problem as this is not just an isolated problem, but one that is also problematic in other areas of the Metro. In addressing this essentially social problem, the task team has to identify places where these hawkers can legally trade and then provide them with adequate and proper facilities.

In the meanwhile please contact us immediately should you see any new hawker activity in your immediate area.

4. GLEN HURDRYLAAN OPGRADERING

Glen Hurdrylaan deur die Baakensriviervallei is oor 'n laagwaterbrug gebou wat met swaar ren dikwels onder water en onbegaanbaar is. Dit het gewoonlik tot gevolg dat die pad in geheel gesluit moet word, wat op sy beurt grootskaalse verkeersontwrigting veroorsaak. Heelparty inwoners van Mangoldpark sal ook weet dat die pad die afgelope paar jaar, veral tydens spitsverkeer, druk verkeer moes dra. Die opgradering is dus broodnodig en ons vertrou dat dit 'n bietjie spitsverkeer verligting sal bring.

The road works for the new Glen Hurd Drive will consist of the following :
  • New roadway 7.4m wide and 680m long with pedestrian/cycle pathway on one side. The new roadway connects on the east side of 3rd Avenue and on the west side to the future new Centenary Road at the existing William Moffett bridge;
  • By-pass at 3rd Avenue to allow construction of the linking of the new Glen Hurd Road with 3rd Avenue.
The new bridge across the Baakens River will be 65m long with a deck 11.30m wide. The deck will include a 1.5m wide pathway along the southern side.

The following ancillary works form part of the project:
  • Stormwater drainage; Drainage onto and from the new Glen Hurd Road; Drainage from existing outlets from William Moffett Expressway; Drainage from 3rd Avenue.
  • Street lightning;
  • Relocation of existing sewers to accommodate the new Glen Hurd Road;
  • Rehabilitation of the existing Glen Hurd Road and side walks.
The planning phase of this project is now completed and all plans have been submitted to the municipality. Since this shall be a rather expensive project it might be implemented in a couple of phases.

5. MUNICIPAL MANAGER

I am sure that most of you have been following the ongoing saga on our Municipal Manager, Adv Graham Richards. Richards was put on special leave (fully remunerated) after allegations of certain irregularities were brought against him. Mr Errol Ntoba was appointed acting Municipal Manager to act in his stead.

It is now seven months down the line and yet there is no end in sight. You, the ratepayer, are paying for two municipal managers whilst this municipality is heading for its biggest budget deficit ever! At council last week I brought a motion demanding proof of Richards's guilt on one or more of the allegations and failing such proof I demanded that he be reinstated forthwith in order to stop the fruitless expenditure. Unfortunately the ruling party refused to hear the motion and to date we are none the wiser. I will keep you up to date with new developments herein.

That's it from my desk for the month of February. Remember to forward this newsletter to as many Ward 6 residents as possible. As always, I look forward to all your constructive criticism. Ek wens u net die beste toe vir die maand wat voorl.

Greetings/Groetnis

Retief Odendaal
DA Councillor Ward 6
Cell: 082 462 0668
Work: 041 367 1670
Email: Ward6[at]mandelametro.gov.za

Ward 6 covers the following areas in the Metro:
Charlo, Broadwood, Springfield, Overbaakens, Fairview, Mangold Park, Walmer Downs, Newton Park (South of Mangold Street from 1st to 6th Avenues.)
Posted by mype on Wednesday, February 03 @ 16:39:43 SAST

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