Morgan calls for unity for the year ahead
She was quick to point out that the ward faces infrastructure and public facility maintenance issues.
Ward 36 Clr Wendy Morgan outlined her priorities for 2025, expressing optimism despite last year’s challenges.
She commended the strong sense of community in Ward 36, which has remained resilient during difficult times.
Morgan highlighted ongoing issues with infrastructure maintenance due to budget constraints, citing the recent Wychwood Substation repairs as an example, noting the need for more work, including constructing a wall to prevent water damage.
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She also stressed the importance of improving contract management to avoid unnecessary costs.
Waste collection services were gradually improving, with schedules returning to normal.
Morgan urged residents not to litter and to separate recyclable materials for easier collection.
Ward 36 is home to six primary and five high schools, some of which struggle financially.
Morgan encouraged community members to donate uniforms or other resources to help alleviate the burden.
Water
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Efforts to enhance water infrastructure are underway, with new booster pumps and generators installed at the Churchill Reservoirs and Hilltop Pump Station, ensuring uninterrupted water supply.
Safety and security
The CPF is actively patrolling the ward and responding to incidents as they arise.
The councillor encouraged residents to support the CPF’s fundraising efforts to sustain their valuable work.
Local charities like the Kitso Lesedi Development Centre continue to play a vital role by providing skills development and community services like soup kitchens.
Morgan highlighted the ongoing challenges, including the swimming pool that does not work and the library and bowling club, which need urgent attention.
Cutting grass in parks and cemeteries will soon resume, though theft and overgrown weeds remain issues.
Morgan urged residents to report vandalism and help keep public spaces clean and reminded them of the importance of community involvement, stating, “The more we work together, the better our neighbourhoods will be.”
