City Views October November 2013

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October/November 2013

TAKE TO THE STREETS

The RESULTS of our Central City RESIDENTIAL SURVEY

The City celebrates TRANSPORT MONTH with Pedestrian Safety

FIRST THURSDAY of the month VENUE MAP

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“In this issue we invite you to use your feet to explore the Central City, starting on the first Thursday of every month.”

Use your feet and

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lthough, as I write this, the rain is streaming past my window, hopefully by the time we publish this issue spring will have officially arrived in some form in the Cape Town CBD. And in the hope that it has, we have given our October/November issue a “Take to the Streets” theme, exploring a number of concepts that make our downtown a great place to be.

To this end, we have included the highlights from our CCID Residential Survey (pgs 4-5) – a survey we undertook in June/July of this year and that has given us a good idea of what our “downtown” residents enjoy about living in the CBD. Our researcher, Andrew Fleming (pg 3) who conducted the survey using SurveyMonkey, came across a number of exciting findings that speak well towards this area becoming a true live, work, play destination.

One of the things the survey revealed is how much the CBD’s pedestrianised thoroughfares are enjoyed, which fits in well with another feature in this issue about the City’s Transport Month pedestrian safety campaign (pg 6) during the month of October.

Obviously, the first concept that this embraces is transport other than single occupancy vehicles (ie: one person in one car), and feet count, so in this issue we invite you to use your feet to explore the Central City, starting on the first Thursday of every month. “First Thursdays” are fast becoming must-attend events in town, when establishments from art galleries to eateries stay open until late and invite you to discover (if you don’t already know) what the CBD has to offer “after hours”. Take a look at our pull-out-and-keep “First Thursdays” map on pg 7. We’ve

also included the MyCiTi bus stops on this map, plus an interview with Cllr Brett Herron, under whom this fantastic and still fairly new transport project falls within the City of Cape Town.

Within our own office, I’d like to welcome three new staff to our Urban Management team. Lynn Thomas joins us as Assistant Manager: Precincts and comes to the CCID with valuable experience in the management of a large community shopping centre. The team is boosted with the addition of Carlisle Marankey with a degree in Geography & Environmental Studies as well as Tourism (plus we’ve discovered he’s a mean DJ!) and Paul Lotter who has an Honours degree in Geography and Environmental Studies, plus a six-month internship with the Drakenstein Municipality under his belt.

Contributors: Content: Carola Koblitz Photography: Lisa Burnell, Ed Suter, Jesse Kramer

Join them and the rest of the CCID team as we take to the streets to experience everything the CBD has to offer.

Tasso Evangelinos COO of the CCID

URBAN MANAGEMENT

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adults assisted/referred to shelters and health care facilities

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Reunification with families

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children & youth assisted

Collected almost

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Received huge bags of clothing from the Tomorrow’s Society project, in conjunction with Vide e Caffè, and distributed to numerous NGOs

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Issued a total of R585 200 in fines Rendered motor vehicle assistance 121 times Rendered public assistance 246 times Responded to medical callouts

Received a donation of sachets of coffee and Max

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soap power from Media24, distributed in turn to

Made 550 arrests together with our

various NGOs (Headman Siralarala and Mark Williams of

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CCID Social Development with the coffee seen above.)

Undertook 19 259 preventative measures

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING Released the results of the Residential Survey, and began the rollout of the CCID’s first joint Security & Social campaign “You can say no to aggressive begging – Stay Safe and Give Responsibly”

Held daily crime prevention operations with Metro Law Enforcement and SAPS Distributed over 200 travel tips brochures and gave 3 safety presentations to stakeholders in the CBD

New CCID team members Carlisle Marankey, Lynn Thomas and Paul Lotter

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Unusual wildlife in The Company’s Garden City Views received the following from Richard Boxford of Life Residential, and we’d like to encourage all readers to send us similar experiences of life in the Cape Town CBD: “After years of speculation, I am now 99% certain that there are two white squirrels living in The Company’s Garden. They are never seen together, there is no census of squirrels in The Garden, but we now know we have at least two white ones!”

Thanks Richard! Fits in well with our “Residential Survey” on pgs 4-5.

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House of Machines 84 Shortmarket Street This is how to get your caffeine and andrenalin rush and look good at the same time — a specialist shop that sells custom motorcycles, menswear and premium coffee. With biking-inspired, yesteryear décor throughout, the workshop is in a glass enclosure at the back while the coffee and other culinary treats are served up front. Open Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9am-2pm. The bar is also open Thursday-Friday, 5pm-11pm.

For more info call 021 426 1400 or visit www.thehouseofmachines.com

City Views welcomes

the following eateries and retailers to the Cape Town CBD. Board Hub 303 Long Street With the byline of “Africa’s premier boarding store”, this venue is as much about its online social community, store, media channel and web presence as its physical retail presense and is devoted to sharing the collective consciousness of “freestyle board riding, sustainable growth and pure stoke.” The shop is open Monday to Saturday, 10h00-18h00. For more info visit www.boardhub.co.za or call 021 423 0303

Beerhouse 223 Long Street With the emphasis on the curation of craft beer brands, this venue places great emphasis on the South African and worldwide craft beer movement, housing 16 taps and 99 bottles from across the globe and showcasing South Africa’s finest craft brew. Open daily from 12h00 until late (closed on Mondays during the venue’s first winter season.)

Visit www.beerhouse.coza or call 021 434 3370

Raw Espresso Bar Cnr Plein & Mostert Street While this venue is primarily about really good coffee, a delectable selection of sweet and savoury treats, from pastries to baguettes and pies, are also on offer.

Catering perfectly to the early bird this venue is open Monday to Friday, 06h3016h00. For more info call 021 462 7986

Mr Pickwicks 2 Greenmarket Place, 54 Shortmarket Street, Greenmarket Square

Orchard On Long 211 Long Street This is mostly about freshly squeezed juices and smoothies, from Beetroot Buzz (a blend of beetroot, apple, lemon and cucumber) to the Spicy Avocado Smoothie (avo, apple, strawberries, lemon, basil, jalapeno chillies, flaxseed and hemp seeds.) A select range of healthy sandwiches, organic salads, muesli and yogurt are also on offer. Open Monday to Saturday, 09h00-17h00. For more info call 021 424 3781

A CBD institution for more than three decades, fans will be pleased to know that Mr Pickwicks has not left town but has instead relocated to a new, bigger venue on Greenmarket Square. With a new “Africanisation” influence on offer treating visitors to a shisa nyama (barbeque) in the form of braaied game meats such as warthog, ostrich and kudu, the menu still boasts familiar favourites in its burgers and some of the best milkshakes in town.

Open every day from 07h00-02h00.

For more info call 021 423 3710

65 Loop Street Showcasing innovative South African design, this retail environment offers a collection of designers, artists and artisans from across the country, all under one roof.

in the Cape Town CBD Here are the numbers for services offered by the CCID’s partners in the Central City (namely SAPS and the City of Cape Town), as well as our own 24-hour number. Be sure to put these into your phone or scan the QR codes directly.

100 Bree Street An ice cream and coffee shop that celebrates Italian tradition and ultimate quality, serving gelatos originating from antique Venetian recipes and utilising prime ingredients blended by artisans to guarantee a superior taste sensation.

For more info call 082 394 4157 or visit http://yovita.co.za

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The wide range (with names such as Aiden Bennetts Design, Porky Hefer Design, Framed, Calavera, James Mudge and Hertex Fabrics, to name but a few) includes chairs, tables, lighting and accessories all curated under one roof. For more info call 021 426 5094 or visit http://stable.org.za

Introducing Andrew Fleming The man behind the CCID Residential Survey Based at the CCID and Cape Town Partnership, researcher Andrew Fleming came up with the idea of a residential survey (see pgs 4-5) in order to assist the CCID to develop a better understanding of exactly who lives in Cape Town’s “downtown”, what they do for a living and how they add life to the CBD when they hit the streets after hours.

“Also,” says Andrew, “this survey helps us to understand how the CCID can better match its services to the needs of residents to best live up to its ‘safe, clean and caring’ motto. It told us what people like as well as what they would like improved. Through this we’ve started a two-way conversation with residents that’s an important step towards ensuring long-term engagement.”

According to the latest SA Census, there are just over 5 000 people now living in the CBD. “So it’s important to remember,” notes Andrew: “that this survey (the first of its kind, with 220 respondents) is, at this stage, a dipstick of opinion rather than a survey that represents the majority of residents.

But, nevertheless, it reveals a number of very interesting facts among those that responded.

“For example, what really surprised me was the length of time some people have lived in the CBD, along with the length of time they anticipate living here. This shows confidence in the lifestyle of the CBD. People really emphasized that there was a ‘vibe’ here that you didn’t find anywhere else in Cape Town. It’s important that we ensure this vibe grows and that we really promote what we have.”

Another factor that surprised Andrew was the large number of people who use cars to travel short distances. “However, as MyCiti rolls out further and the CBD incorporates more non-motorised transport options, such as bicycle lanes and pedestrian corridors, it will be interesting to see whether the number of local drivers drops over the years.”

The survey also revealed the fluidity of movement through the CBD: “Residents clearly knit the city together; they’ll shop in one part of town, work in another and then go to restaurants situated throughout the area. To residents, the CBD is more about a vibe, as opposed to a bound space.”

The survey also demonstrated a love of public space such as The Company’s Garden and pedestrianised thoroughfares such as St George’s Mall.

“It would be wonderful to see more of the latter in particular. The results of the City Views property investigation in the last issue (Aug/Sept 2013) showed just how popular retail was in the areas that had the highest pedestrian footfall.”

The CCID residential survey will now be conducted annually, and City Views invites anyone who would like to take part next year to send an email to aziza@capetowncid.co.za.

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Transport Month’s spotlight on

PEDESTRIAN SAFETY

Using MyCiTi in the Central City

October is Transport Month and this year the City of Cape Town will be focusing on pedestrian safety. City Views spoke to Cllr Brett Herron, the Mayor Committee Member: Transport for Cape Town (TCT) to find out more about the City’s campaign, as well as the latest MyCiTi news for the CBD.

Why pedestrian safety?

Cllr Herron replies: It’s the United Nation’s Decade of Action for Road Safety (2011-2020), and pedestrians are a big part of that. I set up a road safety task team a year ago and this team has now finalised a road safety strategy that also addresses pedestrians as this is one of the largest “transport” group that actually use our roads. In turn, our extensive analysis has shown us that pedestrians are also the most vulnerable users and in terms of road crash fatalities, they make up the highest percentage of victims.

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Indeed, all of us are pedestrians at some part of our daily travels and certainly for people in lower income groups it’s the largest part of their journey. So our campaign is primarily about addressing where the vulnerabilities are and identifying how best to reduce fatalities.

How will you be rolling out the campaign?

We’re going to roll it out in the media and in advertising in order to target that vast majority of road users who are pedestrians themselves, but we are also going to schools to speak to pupils in Grade R to Grade 3, as they are the best audience with which to start making an impression.

We’re also going to be looking at pedestrian crossings, and to CV

Cllr Brett Herron of the City’s Transport for Cape Town

this end we’ve designed new permanent signage to go up at all crossings that will educate pedestrians on how to use these crossings properly, because people panic when that red man starts to flash!

Tactile signage has also been designed for the visually impaired.

When can we expect to see this signage?

We hope to put the test pilot up during the month of October.

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CV Turning to the MyCiTi bus service, the CCID’s recent residential survey (highlights appear on Pgs 4-5) showed that 30% of respondents are now using it for work or leisure.

I think that’s very encouraging.

We’re looking to eventually achieve a 60/40 percent split – public transport vs private vehicles – so we’ve still got a long way to go, but I think that if, within the Central City, 30% are already using MyCiTi, that’s very encouraging.

Particularly given that at this stage it is still a limited service, with limited routes and limited connectivity.

CV As far as routes into the CBD are concerned, what’s next on the cards?

The launch date at the moment is 2 November for the Beach Road and High Level Road services from Sea Point, and then the Camps Bay route will be running by the end of

November. The Vredehoek and Oranjezicht routes will also commence on 2 November, as will the Melkbos route out along the West Coast.

CV The City also has something called the TravelSMART programme.

What’s that all about and how do people get involved?

TravelSMART was developed in particular to stop people travelling to work in cars on their own (single occupancy vehicle), but in general to get all commuters to think smarter about the way they travel and encourage them to use public transport or car pool or walk whenever possible. The programme is currently in its pilot phase during which we’ve been working with a number of large employers in the CBD to see how they can assist us with trip reduction. This pilot will soon come to an end and we’ll then be looking to see how we can expand from what we’ve learnt. This means that we’ll be looking for small and large businesses to work with us to see how we can assist them (and in turn how they can assist the City) to collectively reduce car dependency.

For more on the TravelSmart programme,visit: www.capetown.gov.za/en/ TravelSMART/

On the opposite page, you’ll find a map highlighting the venues that are open on the First Thursday evening of every month, and for your convenience we’ve also plotted the numerous MyCiTi bus stops that you’ll find in the Cape Town CBD – either to use during your First Thursday excursion around town or on any other day of the week.

For specific information on MyCiTi, such as how to get a MyConnect card to use the system, and what fares you can expect to pay in both peak hours and downtime, visit www.myciti.org. za or call the City’s Transport Information Centre on 0800 65 64 63

You can reach the City’s 24/7 Transport Information Centre (TIC) at 0800 65 64 63 for transport info and so much more Aimed at both residents and visitors alike, the City of Cape Town‘s TIC provides information on public transport in Cape Town around the clock and includes MyCiTi, Metrorail, Golden Arrow bus services, taxis, Dial-a-Ride, Park-and-Ride and kerbside parking information. It focuses on routes, schedules, ticket prices, ticket outlets and locations of interchanges, ranks and Parkand-Ride facilities.

It also provides information on long-distance bus, rail and taxi operators, the locations of tourist information centres, heritage sites and popular attractions in and around Cape Town. The service is currently available in English, Afrikaans and Xhosa, and all calls are recorded to maintain the centre’s fast and efficient call response.

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To quote the First Thursdays’ website (www.first-thursdays.co.za): “On the first Thursday of every month, the streets of Cape Town’s Central City become a museum like no other.” Walk between galleries, shops and restaurants, listen LID DLE C OB to music on Greenmarket Square and enjoy a night of art, entertainment and culture. Here’s where to go ERN and what AM BANT to do on the “First Thursday” of every month. And if you’d like to leave your car at homeD but still use “wheels” to get NA IXO PIE N S E R W bo-kaap around town, we’ve also plotted the MyCiTi bus stationsDAthroughout the area.

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The City Views Guide to

Enjoy these activities throughout the year in the Central City.

WHAT’S ON

THE CRYPT Jazz Restaurant, St George’s Cathedral

in the Central City Alexander Bar Upstairs The top of this popular bar and café at 76 Strand Street, is an intimate entertainment venue that features everything from drama and music to stand-up comedy. During the month of October, you can: enjoy the comedy of Gaëtan Schmid in Kung Fu Chit Chat (2 & 9 Oct); the jazz music of the Deep South collaboration of Dave Ledbetter & Ronan Skillen (2 Oct); a dark, dramatic tale of the competitive property development world in The Frontiersmen (3-12 Oct); new writings, music and experiences from talented Cape Town creatives in Play Things

Located on the ground floor, Wale Street-level of the world renowned St George’s Cathedral at the bottom of The Company’s Garden, this unique venue is home to international and African jazz, cultures and cuisine that fuse together to bring live music to the heart of the CBD. Open five days a week for lunch and dinner, from Tuesday to Saturday, with live jazz every night.

(7 Oct); the music of the Lisa Bauer Quarter in Beloved (14 Oct); a triple music bill of SA singer-songwriters in The Buckfever Underground, Die Skynmaagde and Hanru Niemand (12 Nov); Megan Furniss’ dramatic performance in Drive with me (20-21 Nov); and the folk/storytelling talents of Reg Meuross & Gavin Minter (23 Nov). Start the evening at ground level before moving to the second storey for entertainment.

On Mondays, the bar does a R40 homestyle meal.

Bookings are essential.

Call 079 683 4658.

The South African National Gallery, The Company’s Garden

For more info about this venue and its entertainment call 021 300 1088 or visit http://alexanderbar.co.za

Pic: Jesse Kramer

2 October – 23 November

4-6 October Dominique Maher as Columbia and Brendan van Rhyn as Frank. N. Furter

Cape Town International Boat Show

Tickets are available at the CTICC on entry. For more info visit www.boatshow.co.za

6-9 October

African Creative Economy Conference Taking place at the Cape Town City Hall under the auspices of Arterial Network, and implemented by the CBD-based Cape Craft & Design Institute (CCDI), this conference is set to attract some 400 international delegates and will appeal to a wide audi-

ence including creative practitioners, academics, entrepreneurs, policy makers, brand strategists, corporate managers and art administrators.

For the programme of events visit www.aced2013.org.za or call Kim Peters on 021 674 0013

Good news for those who have not yet been to see this fabulous show; it’s been extended once again! It’s worth it just to experience Brendan van Rhyn’s towering seven-feet-tall-in-heels Dr Frank. N. Furter strut across the stage. Dressing up is optional, but you’ll have a blast if you do. Please note: this production is unsuitable for children younger than 16. Performances run Tuesday to Fridays at 20:00, Saturdays 16:00 and 20:00, Sundays 17:30.

STORY of

More than 70 000 people visit the Central Library every month, yet there are still thousands who come to town every day who have never paid it a visit (as shown in the results of our residential survey on pg 5).

Not only is it a terrific place to rent books but also a place to meet,

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Please sir?

A difference When someone asks you for money, what do you do?

Even though your intentions are good, giving handouts actually helps people stay on the street.

It’s a vicious cycle.

BASED ON A TRUE STORY

TO BE CONTINUED ...

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I’m not hiring you looking like that!

For more info call 021 467 1500

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study or just hang out. Along with its books, DVDs, CDs, videos, newspapers and magazines, it also offers orientation tours, children’s events (including a reading programme, storytelling, crafts, holiday programme, crèche and school visits), monthly business breakfasts, poetry groups, talks, special events, computers with wi-fi and free internet access, study areas, discussion and seminar rooms, bookshop and a new coffee shop. Still need convincing? To join, bring proof of who you are, your address, and — if you are under 18 — your birth certificate and parent’s signature. Opening hours are Mondays 09h00-20h00, Tuesdays to Thursdays 08h00-20h00, Fridays 09h00-18h00 and Saturdays 09h0016h00.

THE CYCLE BEGINS:

3

I still can't find a job and I have no more money

FINALLY, I've arrived in the city of opportunity

The Cape Town Central Library, Old Drill Hall, Cnr Parade & Darling Strs

Tickets (R90-R230) from Computicket (http://online.computicket.com) or the Fugard Theatre box office on 021 461 4554 or visit www.thefugard.com

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For more info call 021 467 3970 or visit www.iziko.org.za/museums/

The Rocky Horror Show

2 2 WEEKS LATER

PART ONE:

Situated in the heart of the CBD is the country’s premier art gallery housing outstanding collections of South African, African and European art and photography. Selections from the Permanent Collection change regularly to ensure that there is always a reason for visitors to return. Along with this, the venue regularly hosts a range of visiting, temporary exhibitions.

Currently on show is Plato’s Cave: The legacy of Kevin Atkinson (19392007), on until 9 February 2014. Open daily from 10h00-17h00. Adults R30, Children (6-18 years) R15, SA students and pensioners R15, family ticket (2 adults and 2 childern) R75. Under 5s enter for free.

Extended to12 January 2014

Now in its 13th year and held annually at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, this is South Africa’s premier showcase for all its yachting and water sports product. This is the only boat show endorsed by the Marine Industry Association of Southern Africa (MIASA), and is the largest of its kind in South Africa.

October/November 2013

DO YOU...

You again?

KEEP GIVING HANDOUTS? GO BACK TO FRAME 3 AND REPEAT THE CYCLE.

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SMS ‘DIGNITY’

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SEE HOW YOU CHANGE THE STORY

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Donate directly to Cape Town NGO organisations and know your money is making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. Your donation helps improve Smiley and his friends’ lives and getting them off the streets.

The next time someone asks you for money, rather SMS 38088 and give responsibly. www.giveresponsibly.co.za facebook.com/GiveResponsibly #GiveResponsibly R10 will be deducted from your account. On average R8 will be donated to the NGO depending on your service provider. Vodacom carrier fees waived to a total annual value of R40 000. SMS service fees sponsored by iTouch. Please visit our website for detailed Ts & Cs.