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This is a matter of urgency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe have also been trying to arrange an appointment with the mayor, but to date we have had no response as to when we can meet and discuss business matters.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She says despite the fact that the mayor and council knew that the contract would be ending soon, no one has been appointed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe ideal municipal manager must have accountancy qualifications and applicable experience. He or she must take the future of Kimberley seriously. For instance, all outstanding moneys must be collected from government departments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div contenteditable=\"false\" data-embed24=\"Blockquote\" data-pos=\"middle\" id=\"embed_9d7b2150\">\n<div class=\"text\">\u201cWhy are the services of government departments in arrears never cut, but residents and businesses are penalised within 60 days?\u201d<\/div>\n<div class=\"citation\">Sharon Steyn, CEO Nocci<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCan you blame some businesses for not paying when they fail to receive the services they are prepared to pay for? You cannot pay for a whole loaf of bread, but receive only half.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steyn says the new municipal manager must be appointed before the end of the financial year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis person must work on probation of three or six months. 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