Last week kicked off on a high note in Ward 113 with various site visits of ongoing projects. Councillor Sue van der Lind says she visited the upcoming water park, which is set to open in the first week of October.
“I was delighted to learn that this family-run business has been operating for over 40 years. I met with the owner to discuss concerns raised about clients drinking outside of the park, particularly as we head into the summer season. Rest assured, we will be monitoring this closely.
Please note that no alcohol is allowed on the park premises,” she says. Unfortunately, they also saw a significant challenge with the power outage that hit the Flamingo Vlei area around 16:30 on Monday.
What initially appeared to be a minor issue turned into a long ordeal, with power only restored after over 50 hours.“During this time, I received a large number of calls and messages from understandably frustrated residents.
Thanks to the dedication of our street captains, we were able to keep everyone updated on Eskom’s progress. But the real thanks go to the residents who faced this outage with positivity and resilience, making plans to get through the difficult situation. I’ve also shared the Eskom claim link for those who suffered financial losses during the outage,” she says.
Problem buildingsResidents also raised the alarm on a problem building in Arum Road. “They have raised issues about a problem building in the area and the ongoing Blaauwberg corridor densification project, which includes multiple blocks of flats being built nearby.
While we can’t halt development, I’ve committed to engaging with City planners and developers to ensure that any new construction is done with care and consideration for current residents,” she says.
She also conducted a site visit to the Bayside Canal project, where a team was able to address a dumping issue for nearby residents. “The water and sanitation committee was present, and it was encouraging to see real progress on this project, which is essential for future-proofing the canal against flooding and improving the water quality flowing into Rietvlei,” she says.
On Saturday morning, the DA rallied together to gather more signatures for the #StopPowerGrab petition, aimed at preventing a further 40% increase in electricity prices.
