The CoE has a total of 37 swimming pools. Out of the 37, only two are newly built and only two have been upgraded. The remaining pools are very old.
Due to the aged, dilapidated infrastructure and lack of adequate budget for repairs and maintenance, it is an impractical situation to keep our pools operational and in working condition.
The metro has not appointed the seasonal lifeguards for some of the public pools. Is that correct; if yes, please, explain why some sites are left without lifeguards? During August 2023 seasonal lifeguards interviews took place and the department is awaiting approval of appointments by Human Resources Department.We asked the metro what prevented the department from addressing the identified issues on time, given that they had time when the facilities were closed for the winter months.
Dlamini explained: “The city does prepare in advance annually for the reopening of all its pools as per our standard operating procedures. A readiness plan is compiled, together with the repairs and maintenance plans. However, due to the financial year of council only starting on the July 1, sometimes it takes a while for the budget expenditure to be approved.
The other delays come with the supply chain processes of the council to be followed by all departments for the appointment of service providers. This is, unfortunately, a lengthy process. However, it is important that it be followed to the letter to ensure compliance with the Municipal Finance and Management legislation and Supply Chain Policy of the council.
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