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An honorary title conferred upon individuals who meet specific criteria set out in the policy. This title is bestowed by Council and is linked to recognition of exceptional service to the City.
- Who it is for:
- individuals who meet the criteria for honorary Alderman/Alderwoman status
- How to act on it:
- Nomination submitted to the Rules Committee of Council, which evaluates and recommends to Council for approval.
Councillors in the City of Cape Town will receive a laptop, modem (ADSL or Mobile 3G), multifunctional printer, and necessary software to perform Council-related functions. The equipment is provided at no cost to the councillor, and installation of required services such as ADSL lines will be arranged and paid for by the City if available.
- Who it is for:
- City of Cape Town councillors
- How to act on it:
- No action required by the councillor; the IS&T Department manages procurement and installation as part of the City’s distributed computer environment.
Councillors may use up to 8 reams of paper annually for printing. Any usage above this limit must be justified to the Manager: Councillor Support by the party whip.
- Who it is for:
- City of Cape Town councillors
- How to act on it:
- Paper is allocated automatically up to 8 reams per year; excess usage requires formal justification to the Manager: Councillor Support.
If a councillor requires an ADSL line for connectivity, the City will arrange and pay for its installation, provided the service is available in the area. This includes linking the councillor’s PC to the Council network.
- Who it is for:
- City of Cape Town councillors
- How to act on it:
- No direct action required; the City arranges installation through the IS&T Department.
Registered jobseekers may receive job offers through the Centralised Randomisation Office (CRO), which assigns candidates to available positions based on eligibility and random selection procedures.
- Who it is for:
- registered jobseekers in the database
- How to act on it:
- Be registered in the database and await assignment from the Centralised Randomisation Office
Jobseekers who meet the qualifying criteria may be offered temporary contracts through the EPWP, which are managed by line departments or their appointed service providers.
- Who it is for:
- eligible jobseekers registered in the database
- How to act on it:
- Register in the database and be selected for a job offer through the CRO or a line department
Individuals can register in the City of Cape Town's Jobseekers Database to be considered for employment opportunities through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). Registration allows access to job offers and temporary contracts managed by the municipality.
- Who it is for:
- unemployed individuals seeking work in Cape Town
- How to act on it:
- Contact the Public Empowerment and Development department at the Civic Centre to register
The City of Cape Town provides legal representation to its employees and councillors when they are involved in legal proceedings resulting from acts or omissions in the performance of their duties, or when summoned to attend an inquest or inquiry related to their duties.
- Who it is for:
- City employees and councillors
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the Responsible Person for assessment based on relevant facts and circumstances
Councillors in Cape Town may use any municipal hall for up to two meetings per month at no cost, provided they submit proof of the meeting's purpose—such as a notice, letter, or media release—at least one week in advance. Abuse of this privilege must be reported to the City Manager. Using non-municipal facilities incurs full cost responsibility for the councillor. Weekend use is discouraged due to budget constraints.
- Who it is for:
- Cape Town councillors
- How to act on it:
- Submit proof of meeting purpose (notice, letter, media release) one week before the meeting to secure free use of a municipal hall.
The City of Cape Town has adopted an interim sanitation tariff policy to guide the charging for sanitation services. This policy sets out the framework for how sanitation fees will be determined and applied across the city, pending a final version.
- Who it is for:
- households, businesses, property owners, and all users of sanitation services in Cape Town
- How to act on it:
- The policy is available for public review through the City of Cape Town's official document centre website.
Homeowners and small developers can implement minor increases in housing density through phased or gradual upgrades to existing homes, such as adding a second storey or converting garages into living spaces, provided they follow the assessment guidelines.
- Who it is for:
- individual homeowners and small-scale developers
- How to act on it:
- Apply using the assessment guidelines outlined in Annexure 2, submit plans and documentation to P&BDM for review, and ensure compliance with urban design and parking requirements.
Developers may pursue higher-density projects along designated activity routes such as Voortrekker Road and Strand Main Road, which are prioritised for mixed-use and transit-oriented development to support public transport and reduce car dependency.
- Who it is for:
- commercial and residential developers operating in activity routes
- How to act on it:
- Engage with the SPUD and P&BDM departments to assess project feasibility, provide detailed development plans, and comply with density and design standards set out in Figure 7 and Figure 8.