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- Subcouncil 17 hosted its civic awards ceremony on Friday 29 May
- Twelve individuals and organisations were recognised for their contributions to civil society within the subcouncil's area
- Councillor Elton Jansen presented the certificates of recognition at the ceremony
Subcouncil 17 hosted its civic awards ceremony on Friday 29 May, recognising twelve individuals and organisations for their contributions to civil society within the subcouncil’s area. The ceremony recognised twelve recipients for exceptional service or achievement.
Civic awards are certificates of recognition given for exceptional achievement or service to civil society within the subcouncil’s area. The twelve recipients included Wendy Abrahams, founder of Advance Edukos. Councillor Elton Jansen, chair of Subcouncil 17, presented the certificates of recognition. The ceremony also honoured those who contribute to local initiatives and community development.
In addition to the twelve civic award recipients, SubCouncil 17 paid tribute to two outgoing councillors who each served 20 years as public representatives. Councillor Daniel Christians and Councillor Goawa Timm both received Certificates of Long Service from the City of Cape Town in recognition of their loyal and dedicated service and their valued contribution to service delivery in their respective communities.
Frequently asked questions
What is a civic award?
A civic award is a certificate of recognition given by SubCouncil 17 for exceptional achievement or service to civil society within the subcouncil’s area; it celebrates those who contribute positively to our community in Bloubergstrand and beyond.
Who received the civic awards?
Twelve individuals and organisations were honoured, including Wendy Abrahams, founder of Advance Edukos; these recipients demonstrated exceptional service or achievement within SubCouncil 17’s area of responsibility, supporting local initiatives in Table View and Cape Town.
How long did the outgoing councillors serve?
Councillor Daniel Christians and Councillor Goawa Timm each served 20 years as public representatives for the City of Cape Town; this lengthy service reflects their dedicated commitment to service delivery and community development within their respective communities near Bloubergstrand.
Who presented the awards?
Councillor Elton Jansen, chair of SubCouncil 17, presented the certificates of recognition at the civic awards ceremony; he acknowledged the valuable contributions of all recipients to civil society in the area.
What kind of work do the award recipients do?
The twelve recipients were recognised for their contributions to local initiatives and community development within SubCouncil 17’s jurisdiction, supporting various projects across Cape Town and Bloubergstrand.
Why did the City of Cape Town honour the outgoing councillors?
The City of Cape Town honoured Councillor Daniel Christians and Councillor Goawa Timm with Certificates of Long Service in recognition of their loyal and dedicated service; this acknowledges their valued contribution to service delivery within their communities.
Source: novanews.co.za
