Ward 97 wastewater progress report
Ward 97 councillor André Beetge gives a progress report on various pump-station projects.
Iphahla B and C
Networks have processed an insurance claim, but a request has also been made to start with the repairs, pending the claim being paid out. Security has been deployed.
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Umdoni Road
The pump station is fully functional, and the outfall outside Kingsway High School has stopped.
Riverside 2 and 3
The pumps are ready, and the networks were cleared of silt from Number 3, at the drift closer to the river on, Thursday. Number 2 is scheduled for cleaning on September 22, and the outfall should cease. Security is presently deployed to secure the infrastructure.
Isundu Drive
Awaiting delivery of a new electrical control panel.
Ellcock Road
Durban Electricity has obtained a permit from the Roads Department, and the new power supply cables are scheduled to be installed soon. This is also the cause of backup outfall along Almond Road.
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