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Ratepayers' voice anger over rising costs
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|May 28, 2025
"We've listened to Capetonians and will propose further relief measures to soften the impact of increases," said Mr Hill-Lewis.
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He warned that delaying critical infrastructure projects is not an option, stressing the City's commitment to maintaining essential services.
The Milnerton Central Ratepayers' Association (MCRA) has gone further, calling for the budget vote to be conducted by secret ballot.
MCRA chairperson Bouwe van der Eems said this would allow councillors to vote freely in line with their communities' interests, free from party politics.
"This would protect democracy and restore public trust," said Mr Van der Eems.
The Tijgerhof Residents' Association echoed these concerns in a letter to Ward 55 councillor Fabian Ah-Sing.
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