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Comment on the City’s draft Capacity Development Policy for CouncillorsComment on the City’s draft Capacity Development Policy for Councillors<img alt="" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/PublishingImages/CityConnectHeader.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /><div class="ExternalClass647DFFEFD25E41228C079480068DD038"><p>We are in the process of developing a Capacity Development Policy for Councillors, and we want to hear from you.</p></div><span> <h2 class="sectHeading">​​​​​​​​​​About the policy​​​​​​​</h2></span> <h4>​Purpose</h4><p>We are required, in terms of national legislation, to develop a Capacity Development Policy for Councillors. </p><p>The implementation of the policy aims to guide and enable our Councillors to:</p><ul><li>perform their various roles with enhanced efficiency and effectiveness; </li><li>improve service delivery for the people of Cape Town; and </li><li> achieve our goal of a Well-Run City. </li></ul><h4>Outcomes</h4><p>The desired outcomes of the policy include:</p><ul><li>Increasing the capacity of City Councillors to fulfil their duties; </li><li>Introducing a unique Skills Development Plan and a Personal Development Plan for each Councillor so that they can fulfil their various roles; and </li><li> ensuring that the City complies with national guidelines and criteria for skills development of Councillors.</li></ul><p>At the beginning of a new term, all councillors will be required to complete a Personal Development Plan and provide an annual update as and when they acquire new skills. </p><p>By investing in the capacity development of our Councillors, we hope to see a tangible return on investment for the City and the community. </p><p> In terms of section 17 of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, Act 32 of 2000, you can submit comments to the municipality in respect of the draft revised policy. </p><p><a href="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/documentcentre/Documents/Bylaws%20and%20policies/Draft_Capacity_Building_Policy_for_Councillors.pdf" target="_blank">Access the draft Capacity Development Policy for Councillors</a>. </p><p>You can also access the information at:</p><ul><li> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Explore%20and%20enjoy/See-all-city-facilities/our-service-facilities/Libraries">City libraries</a></li><li> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20home/Meet-the-City/city-council/find-your-councillor-ward-or-subcouncil" target="_blank">Subcouncil offices</a> </li><li>In the document downloads section below</li></ul> <span> <h2 class="sectHeading">Comment period</h2></span> <p>Submit your comments from <strong>1 November - 30 November 2024</strong>.</p> <span> <h2 class="sectHeading">Submit your comment</h2></span> <p>You may submit your comments via the following channels:</p><p> <strong>Online </strong> <br><a href="https://web1.capetown.gov.za/web1/websitefeedback/?id=a3533275-0aec-4e00-a902-59cb68203395" target="_blank">Submit your comment online</a>. </p><p> <strong>Delivery </strong> <br>Deliver your written comments by hand to your nearest <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20home/Meet-the-City/city-council/find-your-councillor-ward-or-subcouncil" target="_blank">Subcouncil office</a>.</p> <span> <div class="notification with-heading dark-copy pink bg-light-grey"><div class="graphic with-border"> <i class="info note">​​​</i> </div><div class="desc"><h4>Please note</h4><p>Our Public Participation Unit will assist you if you would like to submit comments but have a disability or are unable to read or write. See contact details below.</p></div></div></span> <h4>Nathan Fisher</h4><p> <em>Telephone:<br> <a>021 400 6686</a><br><br> Email:<br> <a href="mailto:nathan.fisher@capetown.gov.za">nathan.fisher@capetown.gov.za</a> </em></p><h2 class="sectHeading">Contact us</h2><p>For more information and general enquiries about the draft policy, contact:</p><h4>James Van As</h4><p> <em>Telephone:<br><a>021 400 1224 </a> <br> <br> Email:<br><a href="mailto:james.vanAs@capetown.gov.za">james.vanAs@capetown.gov.za</a> </em></p><h4>Public Participation Unit</h4><p> <em>Telephone:<br><a>0800 212 176</a></em></p>GP0|#cc1f7b28-f43b-45ab-a0f2-08b4fefef7ed;L0|#0cc1f7b28-f43b-45ab-a0f2-08b4fefef7ed|Issues open for public comment;GTSet|#a7cfb90d-44ad-4426-98ce-565f79932396;GPP|#79e6adda-2aa2-4523-bc29-296828216c931 November - 30 November 20240

 

 

Draft Capacity Development Policy for Councillors, 2024Draft Capacity Development Policy for Councillors, 2024270079GP0|#9bb752ec-b6b7-49ec-a0a4-4948ab7da4b7;L0|#09bb752ec-b6b7-49ec-a0a4-4948ab7da4b7|Draft policy;GTSet|#f1e8889f-f7d7-4d5b-a3f5-af0ca2e076ea;GPP|#2d2209ac-5bcc-4d2a-9da9-05fb21c94ea1;GPP|#0972c695-fd19-46c4-ab5d-9601f17b780e2024-10-31T22:00:00Z

 

 

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