Gamtoos mouth resort homeowners association newsletter 27
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Worst of all was the major trauma to his spine. The following year would be the worst of his young life, helpless, wheelchair bound, and incontinent. Only a few weeks ago, Michael “Buff” Deyzel, aged 28, sat at a computer in GMHOA’s offices and took staff through the new website he has designed for the company. With all of his body functions fully restored, and with obvious upper body strength, he looked the picture of robust health. While he still needs to use a wheel chair, he is by no means confined to it. Against all odds, and through dogged determination, he now leads a normal life, drives his own car and is fully capable of taking care of himself. Doctors, who toiled over his limp body during the crisis, carrying out intricate surgical procedures, now describe his recovery as a miracle. As soon as he was strong enough Mike struck out on his own, determined to live a normal life and moved to Uitenhage, where he pursued his interest in the IT field, gaining practical experience at the coal face, as well as doing several IT diploma courses through Unisa. He now lives at the Gam again, with his parents, pursuing his talent in web design, and problem solving in computer software and hardware. With constant changes taking place in IT, it’s a never ending road which gives him great satisfaction and the possibility of realising a dream to one day own his own computer business.
Mike was just the man to do it. Visit www.gamtooshomeowners.co.za in January and see for yourself. Web master Mike Deyzel points out some features of the redesigned web site to Jenny Todd, at the Gamhoa offices at the Shed. SNEAK PREVIEW Catch a glimpse of what our new entrance sign may look like. In coming Exco chairman Hannes Visagie and his creative team have worked hard to produce a design which will work as our main entrance, with similar smaller signs at the gates. Letters to the Editor Send us your views on any matter affecting the resort. Email to setonsmithc@gmail.com. Letters will be published at the editor’s discretion. No letters of a personal nature, or any insulting comments will be published Wise words on fire prevention Robert Pennacchini writes: No doubt you have been following the news about the fire at St Francis, and what a fire can do. Following on the discussion with regard to the "Bonfire" held at the AGM, I think this finally puts to bed the debate about a bonfire on Grunters Green. Furthermore as a concerned resident I trust management will also have a good look at our very own situation here at Gamtoos and how we can improve on the fire control here locally. Personally I think the two small fire trailers are totally inadequate should a fire break out. I suggest a news letter or some type of pamphlet be distributed amongst residents, especially with the holiday season upon us to ask everyone to “be careful” with braais etc. I wonder how many residents here have some type of fire extinguishers in there households to take care of small fires like a stove or oven setting alight. I personally have experienced two such mini fires on the stove, when making chips for example. Its panic stations. Therefore I have three powder extinguishers. By the time our local fire guys get together and mobilize the trailer, ones house will have burnt down. It should be enforced that everyone must have extinguishers in the households. What about fire “hose reels” on properties, to connect up to water hydrants if the pressure is strong enough here. Preventative action must be taken now. Let’s NOT wait for a fire. Editor replies: Your comments make a lot of sense, particularly with reference to the need for every home to have fire extinguishers. Our two fire trailers are quite useful, using four inch hoses. We have fire hydrants every couple of hundred metres, Pressure from the reservoir is also good. In addition, we have a first response fire trailer which carries a 500 litre skid unit and petrol powered pump and a hydrant compatible hose. Potentially, our response time should be no more than a few minutes. Our volunteer team trains once a month.
But for the rest of the season Gamhoa appeals to residents to be sensible and to consider neighbours. Many have come to their holiday homes after a gruelling and difficult year and they want to unwind, relax, and enjoy the peace that the resort offers. They do not want to be blown away by someone’s boom box, or inconsiderate rowdiness. That is why our house rules are quite specific about noise. In the interests of peace and creating a holiday nuance there will be no building activity over this time, and no noisy angle grinders and saws should be disturbing the peace. For those who wish to socialise, tone down your music after 10 pm and take the party inside to minimise disturbance. We expect silence to be totally respected from midnight. Remember, we are subject to Kouga’s strict bylaws, and in terms of these no disturbance is tolerated, day or night. If you want a late noisy party, take it off camp, to the beach or to the river, or consider hiring a venue out of the way. We expect visitors and residents to respect the house rules, with the following in mind at this time: A) No drinking in public is permitted (Also a Kouga law) B) No joy riding. Quad bikes, and golf carts are not permitted, and unlicenced children may not drive. Our manager is empowered to issue R500 spot fines. C) Dogs off your property must be on a leash, and dog mess must be picked up by the owner. D) In order not to offend residents do not treat the play park, the roads or the slipway as your private property. Rules are in place to assist you with this. E) Those who rent out holiday homes must properly brief their tenants about resort protocols. Remember, you are sharing our corporate facilities with strangers. You will be held responsible for the behaviour of your guests. Ensure that no overcrowding is permitted in your holiday home, and that a copy of house rules is available for your guests to see. All the key numbers Fire Brigade J’BAY 042 2910250 Ambulance 10177 Poly Clinic 042 2932000 Police 10111 SAP Thornhill 042 2866203 Kouga Law Enforcement: 042 –2910283 and 0422910250. Resort Manager : 0719819592 Assist and Weekend Managers 0760724751 Gamtoos Fire Fighting Weekday Control Centre 042286 0819 Resort Manger 0719819592 Asst Manger 076 072 4751 Duty Manager 076 072 4751 VOLUNTARY FIRE FIGHTERS Team leader Riaan Senekal 0833847676 Control/Liaison Jenny Todd 0825560517 Volunteers: M Unsworth 0835845990 C Seton Smith 0847654050 D Lee 0723923295 H Visagie 0829057877 R Gravett 0833076919 W Grobler 0832317558 A van Staden R Pennacchini 0422860960 N Du Plessis 0825070044 Weekend volunteers: G Goodwin 0734562857 M Todd 0723732427 Please phone Jenny to volunteer – 042 2860819
Gamtoos Mouth Homeowners Association: Tel: 0422860819; 0810656469 Exco chairman: 082 9057877 The new postal address is: PO Box 213, Thornhill, 6375 email: gamtooshoa@truewan.co.za Website: www.gamtooshomeowners.co.za Bellbuoy Managing Agent: Cheryl Du Sort (bookkeeper) 041374 4444; Fax 041—374 2444. PO Box 776, Newton Park 60555. STOP PRESS: We sadly report the sudden and unexpected death of local resident, Eugene Venter and offer sincere condolences to the family. Yüklə 406,64 Kb. Dostları ilə paylaş:
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