George libraries closed to public from tomorrow Covid-19
Following a directive from the Western Cape Library Services, George Municipality libraries will be closed from tomorrow, 20 March 2020 as per Covid-19 measures. Books can be returned to the library through the slots provided at the doors.This measure has been amended from the...
Municipal-related implications of Covid-19 for tourism and outdoor spaces
UPDATED
Municipal-related implications of Covid-19 applicable to tourism, tourism-related services and recreational open spaces are as follows:The Wilderness Tourism office will be closed from Monday 23 March 2020 as a precautionary measure to protect staff and visitors. The small office does not allow for social...
George Municipality implementing COVID-19 actions
George Municipality Acting Executive Deputy Mayor Charlotte Clarke hereby confirms the measures the municipality is taking in regard to the Coronavirus. “The George Municipality assures all residents, communities and visitors that the George Municipality is closely monitoring the Coronavirus crisis in relation to the...
George Municipality hosts SAICE at significant water provision sites
The George Municipality hosted the South African Institution on Civil Engineering (SAICE) for a tour of some of the municipality’s significant water provision infrastructure last week. The visit was planned as the start of National Water Week activities and an Open Day at selected...
Update Ballots Bay/Meulen River Sewage Spill/Victoria Bay report back
Issued George Municipality, 18 February 2020Ballots Bay/Meulen RiverWater sample analysis results in the sea at Ballots Bay indicate levels well within acceptable levels for intermediate contact according to the Recreation Use Quality Guidelines issued by the Department Water Affairs – which means it is...
Ballots Bay/Meulen River Sewage Spill
George Municipality herewith confirms that a spill has occurred on the Meulen River located on the outskirts of George, following a blockage on a sewerage main line and emergency procedures have been initiated. It was subsequently determined that the Meulen River (Ballots Bay) incident...