Resolution detail
RESOLVED that,
-
Legal Advisor, Philiswa Qalazive provide the Subcouncil with further updates once the drafts were available.
-
The Law Enforcement, Informal Settlements and Street People Teams provide the Subcouncil with detailed reports on their actions and strategies within the ‘informal settlement’ at Erven 13107 AND 17758 in Sun Valley.
Click on the section below to view the resolution details history.
Meeting date: 26/08/2024
RESOLVED that,
A meeting be arranged with Social Development, Law Enforcement, Anti Land Invasion and the Subcouncil.
Meeting date: 16/09/2024
RESOLVED that,
Philiswa Qalazive (Legal Advisor) engage the Ward Councillor, Cllr Patricia Francke with feedback on the process.
Meeting date: 14/10/2024
RESOLVED that,
The response from Philiswa Qalazive (Legal Advisor) be NOTED.
Meeting date: 18/11/2024
RESOLVED that,
A meeting be scheduled between the Subcouncil and Legal Services to collaborate on identifying alternative accommodation for the wetlands occupants.
The City identifies alternative land for the occupants to ensure the provision of basic facilities.
Meeting date: 21/01/2025
RESOLVED that,
Philiswa Qalazive (Legal Advisor) invite the Chairperson, Cllr Simon Liell-Cock to the consultation with the City’s Attorney and Legal Services.
Meeting date: 17/02/2025
RESOLVED that,
It be noted that a meeting will be held on 6 March 2025 with all the relevant parties.
Meeting date: 17/03/2025
RESOLVED that,
An update of the Engagement Session be provided at the April Subcouncil Meeting.
Law Enforcement and Social Development to visit the site weekly and provide the Subcouncil with feedback.
Meeting date: 14/04/2025
RESOLVED that,
The City seek alternative housing for the legitimate long-term residents living on erven 13107 and 17758 Sun Valley.
Law Enforcement and Social Development do regular checks on erven 13107 and 17758 Sun Valley, and report back to the Subcouncil.
Meeting date: 19/05/2025
RESOLVED that,
The item remain on the Matters Receiving Schedule until it was resolved.
Cllr Simon Liell-Cock to follow up with Informal Settlements Management.
Law Enforcement and Social Development do regular checks on erven 13107 and 17758 Sun Valley, and report back to the Subcouncil.
Meeting date: 20/06/2025
RESOLVED that,
The Subcouncil Manager engage with Principal Inspector Jolene Flowers to request a clear indication of when Law Enforcement officers can be made available to support monitoring activities in Sun Valley.
Steps be taken to obtain the required legal documentation, and that appropriate anti-land invasion measures be implemented to safeguard the area and prevent further encroachment.
Cllr Simon Liell-Cock continue engaging with affected residents to provide clarity on the City’s approach and communicate any updates on plans moving forward in a respectful and informative way.
The matter be removed from the “Matters Receiving Attention” schedule and added to the Subcouncil Dashboard for ongoing observation and updates.
