Messages from the Mayor
At the end of May, the final budget for the new financial year will serve before Council. This will happen following the conclusion of the public participation process and the Integrated Development Plan (IDP)-meetings that took place during April.
I want to thank everyone who participated in the meetings and gave their input. Your inputs are extremely important because it gives us an indication of what you expect of the Municipality and what you would like us to pay more attention to. We study every input we receive and it is considered before the final budget is assembled. My first budget solely focuses on service delivery to all communities because my dream for the greater Stellenbosch is to be a place that provides opportunities to all. That is why the focus for this budget is on essential infrastructure. Infrastructure forms the foundation of what we want to achieve and if it does not function properly, we will not be able to realise any of our aspirations. This is also the foundation from which we develop future wealth. It is therefore a no fuss budget, truly a platform for service delivery.
With every new Council Term it is wise to review all the bylaws to ensure that they adhere to the changing requirements and circumstances in our towns as well as amendments to the existing legislation. As the review process progresses, you will see requests for your input and participation published in the local media. Your inputs are important because these by-laws are enforced and upheld in your area. If you do not bring the problem to our attention, we cannot address it properly.