Resident expresses concern about the standard of service delivery
Eddie Bunge has decided to speak out about the quality of municipal service delivery while the municipality expressed they are addressing the issues.
Resident Eddie Bunge has expressed major concern and utter disgust regarding the standard of service delivery in Randfontein.
According to Bunge, many community members would agree with him that municipal service delivery is of poor quality in general and causes devaluation of their property.
“There are too many problems to name. It would be an endless list. Currently, the major concerns are water wastage, especially in Greenhills, lack of street lights, potholes and sewage spills,” Bunge explained.
“The town has degenerated into such a state of disrepair that we cannot attract investments. Currently, the municipality cannot even run existing services but all around Randfontein, there are developments taking place. The current infrastructure cannot cope as is nor does the municipality have the capability to do anything about it. There are also no job opportunities in Randfontein and its surroundings.”
Bunge, a 40-year-experienced Red Seal plumber, has identified a water leak in Greenhills, estimated to be flowing at a rate of two litres per minute, 7 200 litres per hour and 172 800 litres every 24 hours.
He believes the issues are not being fixed due to incompetence as well as a lack of responsibility.
“Residents are tired of paying rates and taxes for services that are not being delivered. I think it is time the municipality is held accountable and liable for the current situation and mismanagement. This includes issues such as sewage, water and infrastructure,” he concluded.
Rand West City Local Municipality (RWCLM) spokesperson Phillip Montshiwa responded by saying that the water issues might not be described as accurate.
“There has been a water crisis in Gauteng and notices regarding this problem have been issued,” he said.
Then, in terms of potholes and other services, Montshiwa stated the municipality is addressing all reported inquiries. This also includes those related to sewage and electricity issues.
“A plan to repair potholes has been implemented and is currently ongoing,” Montshiwa concluded.
