{"id":168212,"date":"2017-12-08T06:30:00","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T04:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/168212\/festive-message-from-executive-mayor\/"},"modified":"2017-12-07T11:35:37","modified_gmt":"2017-12-07T09:35:37","slug":"festive-message-from-executive-mayor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/opinion-edition\/2017\/12\/08\/festive-message-from-executive-mayor\/","title":{"rendered":"Festive message from executive mayor"},"content":{"rendered":"

The executive mayor of Ekurhuleni Clr Mzwandile Masina has the following message for residents of Ekurhuleni:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cAnother protracted year has swiftly passed leaving us overwhelmed with its burdens, challenges achievements and tribulations.<\/p>

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\u201cThis year marks the first year of the current administration and naturally teething problems have been present.<\/p>\n

\u201cHowever, we must appreciate the efforts and dedicated team from the entire city towards the transition.<\/p>

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\u201cThe year has seen a number of major initiatives implemented, which seek to strengthen service delivery and build from the gains and achievements of the previous administration.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe City of Ekurhuleni continues to strengthen its identity as a synergised and integrated city, getting rid of the \u2018nine towns\u2019 stigma.<\/p>\n

\u201cThrough the Siyaqhuba Rapid Service Delivery Programme, we have managed to harness relations with our communities.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is with humble appreciation that the programme has become synonymous with service delivery. \u201cThe commitment demonstrated by our departments indicates that Siyaqhuba can only grow from strength to strength.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur joint efforts in all levels of the city will ensure this outcome.<\/p>\n

\u201cI thank each and every one of you for making the City of Ekurhuleni function as effectively as possible.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur external corporate image has improved and we maintain standards of fiscal prudence.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we usher in the festive season, I urge everyone to rest, indulge and more importantly spend time with family.<\/p>\n

\u201cDuring the year we are all embroiled in the system of governance; at times this requires immense sacrifice which affects the most important institution, the family.<\/p>\n

\u201cMay this festive season be one of reflection, happiness and reconnection with loved ones.<\/p>\n

\u201cHuman capital is the engine and essence of any institution, therefore, this requires that we all take care of ourselves, mentally, physically and emotionally.<\/p>\n

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\u201cHolidays are indeed an important time for such resuscitation.<\/p>\n

\u201cMerry Christmas to fellow Christians and a wonderful and peaceful festive season to everyone.<\/p>\n

\u201cDo remain safe and cautious during this period, as this is equally a period where roads are very busy.<\/p>\n

\u201cSafe travels to those travelling.\u201d<\/p>\n

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