Glen Austin Residents’ Association

Public Meeting: Blocks 4 & 6Road Closures25 July 2009

AgendaIntroduction Megan HudsonSecurity Options Mike AgliottiWalling Option Andre VermeulenFund-raising ideas Magda PrinslooSummary Magda PrinslooCommittee ElectionMeeting Closure

GARA Vision:

GARA’s vision is to become the most pro-active and lively neighbourhood in Midrand. The only way to achieve this vision is through the subscription of each and every ratepayer owner as prescribed in paragraph 3.

Aim: To influence public policy on matters of concern.

Objectives: To create a stable and secure environment for residents. Preserve and enhance the aesthetic attributes and rustic (country)

atmosphere of the area. Safeguard and, where possible, enhance the ecology of Glen Austin. Guide the infrastructural development of Glen Austin so that the

present character is not adversely affected. Encourage the residents of the area to get to know each other, to care

for each other to work together.

Introduction and Background Security has become a major issue in SA

increasing crime in Glen Austin

Closed off areas and security villages has become the preferred way of living High volume of through traffic (Vehicle and Pedestrian) becoming problematic

Destruction of Glen Austin’s roads,

Criminal elements provide a threat

Property value increase – location of Glen Austin and what it offers provides significant scope for increases

Property value in Glen Austin lags behind other surrounding areas, and has significant upside potential

Permanent closure of Douglas and Donovan roads has already happened Lynwood Manor success – Gary Duke Glen Austin’s residents cannot afford to follow a passive approach for safety and

security in our area

Conceptual Plan GARA to provide overall coordination and assistance with legal

process and quotes, and setting of standards Glen Austin divided into 5 or 6 Blocks Each block responsible for:

Appointing its own teamOwner buy-in Legal application Funding Erection of structures

It is proposed that a standard be set for all six blocks to create uniformity and consistency, and benefit from pricing.

Conceptual Plan (cont)Dividing roads

Allen road – Provincial road that can not be closedOlifantsfontein road – Provincial road that can not be

closedGeorge road: Earmarked as major artery by council;

bridge over Gautrain already constructedEastern side of Allen and South of Olifantsfontein

can be one block, resulting in 5 blocks

The Blocks and Closures

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Options Road Closure:

Manned booms Automated booms Proper gates with guards and entrance control – Glen Austin

Estates?

Fencing: Concrete palisade like on the R101 side and Randjesfontein Electrical fencing with or without alarms Steel palisade fencing

Access control: Remotes, tags, transponders or pin pads for residents Cell phone control to enable visitors entry Guards that man the booms/gates Biometric entry control as used in Midstream Estate Image capturing and identification with cameras

Other Considerations

Ongoing management and operation of the closures and gates

LeviesFund raising for constructionEntry for emergency vehiclesSecurity and patrol vehicles

Next StepsForm Block CommitteesGARA apply for George road openingSeek resident buy-in & financial commitmentStart legal procedures for road closureTraffic studiesPlanning of closures in blocksRaise funding within each blockConstruction of closures

Road Closures: Next StepsVoting at AGMForm Block CommitteesGARA Apply for George road openingSeek Resident buy-inStart legal procedures for road

closureTraffic studiesPlanning of closures in blocksRaise funding within each blockConstruction of closures