We are Celebrating our People – Your Opinion Matters
People. Families. Communities. They are the heartbeat of our society and the reason for any municipality’s existence. We are living in fascinating times that present us with both challenges and opportunities. The only way to make true progress is through healthy collaboration between Drakenstein Municipality and our communities. In this month’s Vars , we celebrate the importance of communities – and of making your voice heard. As is customary in the month of April, all Drakenstein residents have an opportunity to get involved in the Municipality’s Integrated Development Planning (IDP) process. Several IDP Open Days are being hosted across our 33 wards, giving residents the opportunity to give their input into service delivery planning in their respective wards. What are you waiting for? Come and have your say at this year’s IDP Open Days. Did you know that the alcohol-free “sparkling wine” that literally rains down on the champions’ podium and spirited fans at the Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix hails right from the heart of Wellington? We popped in at Expérience d’Arauna where owner Bernus van der Westhuizen worked his magic to produce this winner. Next, we headed to Mbekweni to bring you the scoop on community safety in action. Izwelethu Security Projects knows what it takes to keep individuals and businesses safe. This private security company also plays an active role in generating employment opportunities in Drakenstein. In their words, “Security is not a product; it is a process.” Safety is as important as cleanliness, and while Drakenstein Municipality works around the clock to clear municipal areas and promptly respond to resident calls, community members also have a collective responsibility to help create a healthier and more sustainable future for Drakenstein and our future generations. Inspired by local community members who have been rolling up their sleeves to keep our common spaces clean, the Municipality launched the #MyCleanCommunity awareness campaign. This is a must-read! Come along as we experience the “Taste of the Veld” and chat to local businesswoman Giselle Courtney, founder of South African Fynbos , who tells us about the uniqueness of our country’s indigenous fynbos flavours and the recognition these deserve. She also shares her cooking-with-fynbos secrets as well as details of the exquisite tasting experience she offers on her Wellington farm.
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