About Ward 57
Woodstock is part of Ward 57. Ward 57 consists of: Mowbray (western part), Observatory (west of Black River Parkway), Salt River (south of Malta Road), Table Mountain (far northeastern section), Woodstock (south of Albert Road), Zonnebloem (northeast of De Waal Drive and southeast of Christiaan Street).
Our Councillor: Cedric Thomas
E-mail: cedricreginald.thomas@capetown.gov.za
Cell 083 693 8725
Wards 57, 53 and 30 fall under Sub-council 15.
Manager of Sub-council 15: Mariette Griesel
Tel (021) 531 3437
Fax (021) 531 3319
Cell 084 611 5983
What is a ward?
A ward is made up of 5 - 8 voting districts, each with its own polling station. A ward does not have any legislative capacity, but a ward councillor can propose bylaws and legislation to the Council.
What is a ward councillor?
A ward councillor is the candidate who wins the most votes in his or her ward.
What is a sub-council?
A sub-council is a group of wards that adjoin or touch each other.
What is the purpose of a sub-council?
The most important job of a sub-council is to bring local government closer to its people. It can do this by:
- organising public participation processes for the City’s policies and legislation, such as bylaws and the Integrated Development Plan;
- administering licences for health facilities and liquor outlets;
- compiling and monitoring capital and operational spending of ward allocations in its area;
- dealing with references from the relevant portfolio committees about policies, bylaws and regulations; and
- making recommendations to the Council on matters affecting that area.
How can I communicate with my sub-council?
First talk to your direct representative - your ward councillor - and convey your concerns, suggestions or requests. He or she will place your item on the sub-c0uncil agenda. Nevertheless, you do have the right to address your sub-council yourself. Watch your local press or other channels of communication for details of monthly meetings.
