Midrand Fire Station was packed with Region A residents who wanted to hear what plans the City of Joburg had in ensuring better service delivery.
This was at an Integrated Development Planning (IDP) session held by the City on May 27.
About 350 residents from various wards in the region attended. Also in attendance were MMC for Development Planning Eunice Mgcina, MMC for Environment and Infrastructure Services Jack Sekwaila, Council Speaker Colleen Makhubele, City Manager Floyd Brink, Regional Director Abigail Ndlovu, Chief Whip of Council Sithembiso Zungu, and Region A ward councillors.
They all engaged with residents in person while incorporating virtual participation via MS Teams.
Addressing the residents, Mgcina said, “The focus remains on improving the day-to-day experiences of citizens by prioritising fundamental services and addressing the 11 mayoral priorities established. We want to ensure that residents and businesses are correctly billed, the grass is cut in open spaces, roads are resurfaced, potholes are patched, streetlights and traffic lights are working, and that there is regular refuse removal.”
Ward 112 committee member Sipho Dibakwane voiced his concerns about the state of the roads. “I reported potholes on Eleventh Road in Noordwyk more than two months ago
“And they are yet to be dealt with. I acknowledged that other roads have been resurfaced, like Lever Road which has significantly improved traffic flow.”
In response to Dibakwane and residents’ concerns, Mgcina acknowledged the challenges faced by the municipality and affirmed the commitment to infrastructure development.
“The goal is to ensure that residents receive the quality services they deserve and enhance their overall quality of life,” she said.
Other key discussions revolved around the urgent need for improved road infrastructure, proper waste management, reliable electricity and water supply, and the refurbishment of public facilities.
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