We can replace unashamed incompetence

A turnaround in local government is on Ward 70 councillor Dave Dewes‘ wishlist for the new year.

He told the Record a long and hard year is coming to an end for Roodepoorters.

“The economy is under serious strain and our present government is incapable of implementing a workable turnaround strategy.

“Even on the local front it looks dismal, with Pikitup’s illegal strike, power failures, incorrect billing and illegal connections,” Dewes said.

Also Read: Pikitup strike raging on: Keep your bins inside

Despite the serious lack of service delivery that has turned Roodepoort’s once-beautiful parks, open spaces and CBDs into decaying spaces, Dewes holds hope that the new year will bring a real possibility of replacing “unashamed incompetence in local government”.

“In May 2016 we will have local government elections; with a competent and accountable DA government in charge of Johanneburg we can change the negative perception of our city — this can become a reality in 2016,” he said.

“I am desperately appealing to every resident of Roodepoort to help us get a mere 120 000 new votes, along with the votes the DA got in the national elections, for local government to change for the better.

“Take up an attainable New Years’ resolution and get involved in the local government campaigns.”

Dewes thanks Our Neighbourhood Florida and the Florida CPF for their dedication, alongside hard working officials and police personnel, in helping manage neighbourhoods in his ward this year.

“God bless you all during this festive period and know it is people like you that keep on providing hope.

“To everybody, drive safely, hug and tell those dynamic people in your life how much you love them and most of all, enjoy this special time of year.”

Dave Dewes serves Ward 70 as councillor, which comprises of Florida Park, Florida Hills, Florida North and central Florida, Robertville, Stormill, Lea Glen, Fleurhof, Lake Leases, Rand Leases and Florida Lake. He can be reached on 082 453 9846 or via email at victorian@icon.co.za

Want to receive news alerts via WhatsApp? Send us an SMS/ WhatsApp message with your name and cellphone number to 079 414 6709. 

Familiarise yourself with our WhatsApp service disclaimer.

Do you perhaps have more information pertaining to this story? Email us at roodepoortrecord@caxton.co.za (remember to include your contact details) or phone us on 011 955 1130.

For free daily local news on the West Rand, also visit our sister newspaper websites Randfontein Herald, Krugersdorp News and Get It Joburg West Magazine

Remember to visit our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages to let your voice be heard!