On the 21st of February, the Portfolio Committee on CoGTA and e-Governance in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature commenced Hearings to receive input from members of the public and stakeholders on the Independent Municipal Demarcation Authority Bill (2022). The Bill, aimed at establishing criteria and procedures for municipal boundary determination, including the demarcation of municipal wards, is a crucial step in shaping the future of municipal governance.
The 2nd public hearing is scheduled as follows:
Date: Wednesday, 28th February 2024
Time: 10:00 am
Venue: Ratanda Community Hall, Heidelberg
Livestreaming links: YouTube https://youtube.com/live/1hhZAYHPWfs?feature=share and Facebook https://fb.me/e/1cSNZL7Ti
The Portfolio Committee will convene its third and final public hearing virtually on March 1, 2024. The Committee looks forward to meaningful engagements and valuable contributions from all stakeholders, shaping the future of municipal demarcation in the province.
A copy of the Bill is available on the Gauteng Provincial Legislature website: www.gpl.gov.za.
Members of the Media are invited to join the Committee during its public hearings.
For interview requests with the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee please contact: Ms Pfano Bulasigobo on 060 533 1982 email: PBulasigobo@gpl.gov.za
