Item 1: INTRODUCTION
The chairman opened the meeting at 17:00 and welcomed the committee. Chairman also welcomed two new members, Elsa Stofberg and CalanBennett.
Item 2: ATTENDANCE AND APOLOGIES
Executive Committee
1. Wayne Jackson (Chairman & Membership) Present
2. Amund Beneke (Vice Chair & Engineering) Present
3. Hannelie Coetzee (Treasurer) Apology
4. Julia Frylinck (Administrator & Secretary) Present
Essential Services
5. Rob Boyd (BEST) Present
6. Jorika Rabie (Fire and Rescue) Apology
7. Francois Lesch (Neighbourhood Watch) Apology
8. Elsa Stofberg (Conservation) Present
Community Services
9. Abigail Davids (Community development) Apology
10. Shameez Joubert (Markets) Sick
11. Claudele Jackson (Crassula Hall) Present
Communications
12. Vivienne Von Der Heyden(Editor) Present
13. Wendy Lucas (Website custodian) Apology
14. Tersia Starke (Website assistant) Apology
Oversight
15. Theresa Els (Ward 10 Councillor) Apology
16. Jonathan Beattie (Stony Point Rep) Present
17. Andre Kotze (Rondevlei Rep) Present
18. Calan Bennett (Central Rep) Present
Item 3: CONFIRMATION OF THE PREVIOUS MINUTES
The previous minutes were:
Approved by Claudele Jackson
Second by Rob Boyd
Item 4: MATTERS ARISING
There are no matters arising.
Item 5: FEEDBACK FROM BEST
Medical and accident reports were given. No further comment.
Item 6: FEEDBACK FROM CLAUDELE
All members were informed that there are required maintenance needed on Crassula hall. Various quotes were requested from many contractors and the chosen quote has been brought forward, with an estimation of R16 400. All present members agreed to the quote and Chairman gave permission to move ahead with the maintenance.
Item 7: FEEDBACK FROM NEWSLETTER
Vivienne requested to be the representative for … and it was approved.
Item 8: FEEDBACK FROM TOWN PLANNING AND PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
As the Kleinmond Branch only recently opened / resume the approval of building plans, new figures on “submitted building plans” and “approved building plans” for December, January and February will be requested.
Only one vehicle is allocated for storm water reason being the rest are not in working order. A mini-Excavator has been allocated to Kleinmond Office to help with S/W issues. Therefore, only two vehicles are in use. The 2 Teams for S/W have been combined, working one week in BB and one week in KM. As for grading, the vehicles used are currently broken. No grading takes place until such time the vehicles are running again. The estimated time is ±2 weeks.
For Water and Sanitation: 4to 6 new Sewer Tankers and 3 Bakkies have been bought now. It is hoped that the following will be possible in the new Financial Year 2025/26: Additional Sewer Trucks, 15 Tippers. 3 TLB’s and 40 Bakkies.
Approximately R600 000 has been allocated via the Midterm Budget word the purchasing of gravel. Approximately R 9million has been budgeted for/asked for the new Financial Year: 2025/26. There is still approximately 100 tons of gravel available for the broader KM/BB/PB/RE Area. This is for the grading of the roads.
There are currently approximately 300 bags of tar available for the broader KM/BB/PB/RE Area. A Contractor has been appointed to assist with the taring of roads in BB. The Contractor uses its own tar.
Diastella Erven 3892/3893: this issue is in the process of being addressed. Building Control is to advise on the way forward. Erf 2243 Partridge Road (Ref no: 2102548): the issue was investigated. A site inspection was conducted in November 2024. The issue will be addressed at the proper time. Topsoil might be the solution. Crassula Yard Erf 4000: this issue was investigated. However, the recurrence of water is confusing as it is not clear where the water comes from. It will be an ongoing investigation. Building Control will investigate / assist. Hibiscus (Anglican Church): the S/W problem will be addressed. Brenton awaits feedback from Theresa and Denovan.
It is estimated that the reconstruction of speed humps will be commenced with within the next two weeks. This is following an email by Mr Theo Steenberg (Principal Engineer: Civil Engineering Services) in this regard. Remains a contentious issue, “speed humps” on gravel roads are most probably illegal as it cannot be clearly marked as required by Law. “Chevrons” alone are inadequate as the “hump” itself must be painted/marked.
The placement / replacement of speed signage (40km/h) throughout Betty’s Bay has been ordered.
As the Municipality becomes aware of problems, they are addressing it within their capabilities / given working conditions (weather).
Residents must log “problems” on Collop themselves to get a reference number and / or where it is over a weekend and it is urgent, the Control Room (028 313 8111) must be phoned.
Item 9: FEEDBACK FROM STONEY POINT REP
It remains an issue that people are not abiding by the rules regarding dogs. It is asked that it be reiterated that no dog is allowed to walk freely, unleashed.
Item 10: FEEDBACK FROM RONDEVLEI REP
No comment.
Item 11: CRASSULA HALL LEASE AGREEMENT
The Chairman informed that the application process for releasing the hall starts in April. A motivation letter is already in the works. The application for releasing the hall is for another 9 years.
Item 12: ADDITIONAL NOTES
The following concerns were made by members of the public: unfinished housing is a continuous issue in Bettys Bay and stricter supervision must be made over the development plans.
The cutting of the verges is not being done in a speedy manner as it is a safety and fire concern.
The water pressure is still a growing concern for people in Stoney point and people want to know how it is being addressed.
The Chairman’s comments on the above concerns are as follow: He is aware of the verges as there is a serious issue of limited manpower, but a letter will be sent to traffic and the parks department to follow up on what the next plans are to address the issue as it is a pressing issue. With regard to the water pressure, the piping is of an old system and the municipality is addressing the problem by the piping replacement project as fast as possible but there is again a limitation on funding. But this issue will be discussed next Wednesday the 19th February, and the public is welcome to attend to discuss this issue in more detail as specialists will also be attending.
Furthermore, the space next to Crassula hall is being discussed with the municipality as the plans are to make a public walkway through it for all members of the community to enjoy.
There is also no further feedback on the parking extensions. The limited parking at the beaches is a continuous concern and hopefully we can have more parking in the future.
Item 13: CONCLUSION
The chairman thanked everyone for attending and ended the meeting at 19:15.
Next meeting: 17:00 Crassula Hall 12 March 2025
(J FRYLINCK) Date: 12 February 2025
BETTY’S BAY RATEPAYERS’ ASSOCIATION: SECRETARY
(W R JACKSON) Date: 12 February 25
BETTY’S BAY RATEPAYERS’ ASSOCIATION: CHAIRMAN