Cllr Elmarie Maxim, Knysna

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14/02/2024

*ANC/PA/EFF/PBI refuse crisis in Knysna continues*

By Thandi Maxim and Cleone Vanston – DA Councillors, Knysna

*Release: Immediately*
*Date: 14 February 2024*

Earlier this week, the DA in Knysna conducted an oversight visit to the waste transfer station in the Knysna CBD. Uncovering a troubling reality that has plagued residents and businesses for months.

Out of twelve waste trucks, a shocking nine are out of service, leaving only three operational to serve all 11 wards in the municipality. This logistical nightmare, compounded by severe maintenance issues at the transfer station, hampers the timely collection and transporting of waste to the PetroSA landfill site in Mossel Bay.

The consequences of poor governance by the ANC/PA/EFF/PBI Coalition of Corruption are evident in the total collapse of basic service delivery in Knysna and Sedgefield.

The growing backlog of refuse not collected, have breached the two weeks mark in some areas. And desperate residents are resorting to illegal dumping and burning waste in the streets. This has become a health hazard to residents and tourists who are exposed to these illegal dumping sites on a daily basis.

Despite relentless pleas to the Coalition of Corruption for effective communication and management improvements, the council cannot do its most basic job. We reiterate our call on the MMC of Community Services, PA councillor, Waleed Grootboom, to exercise better oversight and address the evident breakdown in waste management.

Despite the provincial government’s assistance, their failure to stay ahead of this crisis is unacceptable. We demand effective solutions, proactive problem-solving, and transparent communication. The Coalition of Corruption must prioritize the welfare of Knysna and its residents over selfish personal and political ambitions.

*Media enquiries:*

Thandi Maxim
DA Councillor, Knysna
063 717 4409

Cleone Vanston
DA Councillor, Knysna
060 612 6788

05/09/2023

INFORMAL TRADERS SKILLS DEVELOPMENTPROGRAMME

Register by 12h00 on Thursday, 7 September 2023

1 Day Workshop on Entrepreneurship; Business Plan; Purchasing Skills; Merchandising; Marketing your business; Customer Care; Point of Sale.

Registration Forms are available at the Economic Development Unit at 3 Church Street, Old Main Building, Knysna Municipality.

For any enquiries please contact Ms. Liezel Swemmer on 📱044 302 6360 📧[email protected]

31/05/2023

EMERGENCY ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE TOMORROW

Emergency maintenance will be done on the Eastford and Main Intake substations tomorrow, 1 June 2023, between 08h00 - 16h30.

This is necessary to mitigate the risk at these substations due to the impact of loadshedding.

The following areas will be affected:

Brentons
Belvidere
Entire Northern Areas (except Dam-se-Bos / Hlalani areas)
The Heads
Leisure Isle
Sparrebosch
CBD
Knysna Heights
Eastord areas
Simola

Contigency measures will be in place to increase water production to ensure that reservoirs are at their maximum levels. In the event where water reservoirs run low, water trucks will be on standby.

Teams will also be dispatched to monitor sewer pumpstations and manholes to ensure that no spilleges occur.

We value your patience during the period of inconvenience.

25/05/2023

REPORTING A FAULT OR PROBLEM? NEED US TO RESPOND ASAP?

Scenario: Your electricity did not come back on after load shedding. What do you do?

For the fastest response, call the relevant department DIRECTLY!

Switchboard: 044 302 6300 & select option
Water: 044 302 6331 or 6334
Electricity: 044 302 6397 or 6399
Customer Care: 044 302 6594 / [email protected]
After hours: 044 302 8911

We do not have a dedicated staff member to monitor social media pages, so unless someone is online at the time of your post or message, it will take longer for the matter to be reported, and the teams to be dispatched!

Your cooperation is appreciated.

09/05/2023

KNYSNA MUNICIPALITY PRESENTS A CELEBRATION OF YOUTH

Youth Day, June 16th is around the corner!

Get ready to groove to the amazing beats of your local & national music talent at the Knysna Youth Day Music Festival and Market!

Get your tickets now! Book online at https://qkt.io/iizvv7
Limited tickets are also available at municipal offices:

Knysna Town Customer Care Centre
Sedgefield Town Offices
Karatara Offices
Rheenendal Offices

NO tickets will be sold at the gate.

Local artists are invited to audition at the Loerie Park Sportsfield on Saturday, 13 May 2023 from 11h00 until 13h00.

Celebrate Youth Day with us under the banner .



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09/05/2023

AUDITIONS! AUDITIONS! AUDITIONS!

The auditions are open for all vocalists. The registrations will be from 10h30. Auditions are scheduled to start at 11h00 -13h00 at the Loerie Park on Saturday, 13 May 2023.

This will include a short workshop on music and production. A mentor will be available to assist with audition performances. A free professional photoshoot will be available, please dress appropriately.

More information about the event is available on the link below:

https://qkt.io/iizvv7

Please note that limited tickets will be available at the follow Municipal Customer Care points:

· Knysna Town Customer Care Centre

· Sedgefield Town Offices

· Karatara Offices

· Rheenendal Offices

Golden Circle Tickets are only available online, and
no tickets sales will be available at the gate.

20/04/2023

FLOOD DAMAGE

Contact our Emergency Services at 044 302 8911 or WhatsApp 060 998 6969 to report any flood-related matters or emergencies.

Essential Services are assessing wards and attending to emergency repairs.

Your patience is appreciated.

14/02/2023

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Encourage your Graduates to apply!

All information and guidelines are on the advert.

14/02/2023

Encourage your Graduates to apply!

All information and guidelines are on the advert.

07/02/2023

REMINDER: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Knysna Municipality Youth Desk section will contribute an amount of R150 000 towards registration and course fees for 20 students to be selected for the Basic Handyman and Workplace Preparation Course for a period of 1 year.

This skills development program will be conducted by the Hands & Heart Skills development centre situated in the Knysna Industrial area.
No application forms should be sent to the municipality, interested persons should follow the application process as set out in the advert and shortlisted candidates will undergo an assessment test and based on their performance be selected by the campus to the final group of 20.

Requirements:
Males/Females between the ages of 17-26.
Willingness to learn and enjoy working with your hands.
Pay the cost of R150 per month towards levy fees.
Own transport to the classes for a period of 12 months. (Monday - Thursday from 7h45 – 16h00).
Applicants must be from the Greater Knysna area

Application forms can also be obtained from our Libraries and Main Building on Clyde Street. Closing date 9 February 2023, all enquiries are to be directed to 078 000 1454 via Whatsapp/ or email [email protected]

11/01/2023

KEEP THE COMMUNICATION LINES STRAIGHT

Want a problem sorted out as soon as possible? Contact the relevant Directorate directly!

If you report it on social media, it may take time before the message or comment is seen and the communications team can report it. We do not have a dedicated staff member to monitor social media pages, so unless someone is online at the time of your post or message, it will take longer for the matter to be reported, and the teams being dispatched!

We appreciate and thank you for your feedback. Please continue to let us know about a service-related problem by using the relevant numbers listed below:

Accounts: 044 302 6558 / 567 / 597
Customer Relations: 044 302 6594
Electricity: 044 302 6397 / 399
Refuse Removal: 044 302 6405
Roads: 044 302 6334
Traffic & Law Enforcement: 044 302 6551
Water: 044 302 6331
After Hours: 044 302 8911

A detailed list of contact numbers are available at
https://www.knysna.gov.za/contact-us/