After eight years of dedicated service, Ward 99 Councillor Nicole van Dyk resigns to take on a role in the Gauteng provincial legislature. She reflects on her accomplishments, including fostering community engagement and securing infrastructure improvements.
After eight years of dedicated service to Ward 99, Councillor Nicole van Dyk has announced her resignation. Van Dyk expressed that her tenure has been a transformative journey, filled with both rewarding and challenging experiences that have shaped her as both a resident and a leader. Despite stepping down from her ward position, Van Dyk remains committed to public service and will now serve as a member of the Gauteng provincial legislature.
She shared that the response from Ward 99 residents has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their well wishes and support for her next chapter. Van Dyk emphasized that her commitment to the community has always been paramount. She highlighted her efforts in fostering community engagement through the establishment of numerous resident associations (RAs) across the ward, a feat she is particularly proud of. Furthermore, she underscored her achievements in securing numerous infrastructure improvements, including the refurbishment of pavements and the revitalization of substations to ensure reliable power supply. Van Dyk also spoke of significant progress in addressing water pressure issues, particularly in the Blairgowrie area and Linden Extension. She expressed her dedication to advocating for residents' needs and bringing about positive change at both the local and provincial levels
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