CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR MEMBERS
The Overstrand Heritage and Aesthetics Committee is an advisory body that was appointed in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act 1999, to advise the local authority on the aesthetics and conservation of the built and natural environment of the Overstrand.
The public is herewith invited to nominate members to serve on this committee. Candidates need to show a strong interest in and concern for the heritage of the Overstrand and in the nature of future development in the area. Architectural, Archeology or other relevant qualifications and conservation experience or interest would be an advantage.
Nomination proposals must be in writing and signed by a proposer and a seconder who both permanently reside in the Overstrand. A short CV of the nominee must accompany each proposal.
The screening of candidates will be done by the incumbent Committee in co-operation with a representative of the Overstrand Municipality. Interviews will be conducted with candidates on the shortlist. Appointments can only be done when a candidate attains the votes of two thirds of the incumbent Committee members present at such meeting, including a representative of the Overstrand Municipality.
Elected members shall hold office for two years from the date of the AGM, after which their term expires. They shall be eligible for re-election.
The Annual General Meeting of the Overstrand Heritage and Aesthetics Committee is to be held on 30 July 2026 at 16h30 in the Overstrand Civic Centre, Hermanus.
All completed nomination forms, including the short CV need to be delivered to the Building Control Services office in Hermanus or emailed to elowings@overstrand.gov.za on or before 23 July 2026.
Anyone requiring more information, please telephone Mrs. Xanthe Goosen 028 313 8089