GEORGE NEWS - George Municipality embarked on a vigorous storm water upgrade and improvement drive in Zone 9, Thembalethu, at the beginning of March and residents can expect properly functioning storm water infrastructure and paved streets before the end of this year.
The existing storm water infrastructure in the vicinity of Mbewu, Spetose and Dick streets will be radically restructured in an upgrade, followed by the paving of several streets.
"There was a need to redesign the storm water system because of the encroachment of properties onto open public spaces. The roadway will be paved after the storm water work has been completed," said George Mayor Leon van Wyk during a recent visit to the construction areas.
Van Wyk, accompanied by Portfolio Councillor for Planning and Development Henry Hill, had nothing but praise for the ongoing infrastructural improvements. "I am elated to see the work that is being carried out in these three streets in Zone 9 in Thembalethu," he said.
"A fair amount of redesign work has been carried out in Mbewu Street to catch storm water that drains from Nelson Mandela Boulevard, which ensures that the water flow will be directed safely into the river courses."
From left are Chris Venter of WSJ Civils, Mayor Leon van Wyk and Planning and Development Clr Henry Hill.
The upgrading of storm water and streets will affect the following areas:
• Mbewu Street area: Sections of Nelson Mandela Boulevard, Mbewu Street, Liwani Street and Tabata Street are being upgraded from 1 March to 30 August.
• Spetose Street area: A section of Spetose, Nkohla and Magqazana streets is being upgraded from 1 March to 30 September.
• Dick Street area: Sections of Dick, Spetose, Qhawa, Magqazana, Mehlo, Nogwaja, Sampisi and Mngoma Street are affected.
The project started on 1 March and all work is expected to be complete on 15 December.
"The works being carried out in these streets will ensure quality service delivery to all who live in them," said Van Wyk.
The works being carried out will be a huge improvement for residents.
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