Jill Humphreys is the new woman at the helm of steering Ward 20 into better things.<\/p>\n
DA councillor Jill won the recent by-election in the ward and is looking forward to making a difference in the area.<\/p>
She grew up in Namibia and has been married to now-retired airline pilot Keith Humphreys for 36 years.<\/p>\n
“I have lived in Bedfordview for all of those 36 years; during this time I have grown to know and love this place,” Jill said.<\/p>
“This community, with all its eccentricities and divergent nationalities, makes for a dynamic mix.<\/p>\n
“Asian, African, Indian, Caucasian — all hues of people and cultures meet, live and socialise in this ward.”<\/p>\n
Jill has served on her local Residents Action Group for 12 years and has been largely involved in the security of her suburb.<\/p>\n
“I have also worked with Clr Michelle Clarke as her branch chair for the DA and on her ward committee, in the environment portfolio,” Jill said.<\/p>\n
“I am a landscaper by profession and have been fortunate to enjoy reasonable success.<\/p>\n
“My gardens have been featured on various TV programmes, in mags and in the local press.”<\/p>\n
“What do I hope to achieve as a councillor in this region?<\/p>\n
“Clr Clarke has blazed a trail that I will do my level best to follow.<\/p>\n
“Having worked at her side for many years, I understand the importance of quick reportage, of good relations with the municipal officials, of efficient systems and of not promising what can’t be done.<\/p>\n
“I believe in the strength of community.<\/p>\n
“I believe in the exquisite balance of nature.<\/p>\n
“I believe in the inherent goodness of people.<\/p>\n
“I believe in listening without judging.<\/p>\n
“Every situation has a history and a context and needs to be properly understood.<\/p>\n
“I will do my very best to serve this community.”<\/p>\n
The community can contact Jill on 082 450 0128.<\/p>\n