Ward 98 councillor Beverley Weweje has embarked on a campaign during May to address illegal advertising in the ward.
The aim of the campaign is to create awareness and hold stakeholders accountable for not taking care of the surrounding environment.
Weweje said, “I believe the benefits of a clean suburb and city does not rest on the shoulders of the City alone, but all stakeholders. A clean suburb creates an environment where communities thrive and improve the state of the economy.”
Weweje and the Johannesburg Metro Police kicked off the campaign by removing illegal signage on Wilson Street, Fairland, and parts of Windsor West on 25 April.
According to the by-laws, all outdoor signage on municipal property needs to be approved by the City, and needs to be clearly marked with an official sticker and have prior written permission from the local authority.
Weweje continued, “I urge residents and business owners to take note and adhere to the City’s outdoor advertising by-laws. Ward 98 residents will not tolerate the illegal advertising that could lead to an unsightly and unkempt ward.”
The Johannesburg Roads Agency in collaboration with the JMPD has a dedicated signage unit tasked with removing illegal signage.
Residents are encouraged to report any placing of illegal posters to the JMPD.
Details: JMPD – 011 375 5911.
