MOOIKLOOF RIDGE EXCLUSIVE
ARC STATISTICS
APRIL 2021
PET CARE AND REGISTRATION
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Word From Estate Manager
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Estate Contact Details
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Word From Security Manager
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ARC Statistcs
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Pet Care & Registration
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Access Control
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Garddening in Winter
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ESTATE CONTACT DETAILS: Estate Office: 012 480 4051 / 012 480 2075
Disclaimer: This eMagazine is produced especially for residents of Mooikloof Ridge Estate to provide updates and useful information. It is produced by Black Marble Media, on behalf of the Mooikloof Ridge Estate . Although every effort is taken to ensure accuracy of content, Mooikloof Ridge Estate HOA and/or the Publisher, cannot be held liable for any inaccurate information, and may not agree with all opinions expressed in this publication.
ESTATE MANAGER
The Directors and Estate Management would like to thank all our residents for their understanding and adhering to the various restrictions as contained in legislation regarding COVID-19 protol within the various lockdown levels in an effort the curb the virus. As South Africa has been placed on Level 1 Lockdown restrictions, it is still mandatory that all residents wear a cloth facemask whilst on common property, parents are urged to make sure their children keep their masks on when they are walking in the streets or park areas. Fines will be issued to residents who do not wear facemasks.
We wish our residents a peaceful Easter weekend, should you be travelling, drive safely and take regular rest breaks. Winter is around the corner, many families have suffered economic hardships due to the dreaded pandemic, we would like to ask all residents to donate any old clothes, non-perishable foodstuff and blankets at the Estate Office that can be distributed to those in need. Residents are reminded to visit our website www. mooikloofridge.com for any details you may need regarding your scheme or any other estate relevant information required.
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ESTATE CONTACT DETAILS Website :
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Security Manager :
Clubhouse Bookings :
www.mooikloofridge.com office@mooikloofridge.com 071 685 6438 082 463 7705
012 480 4051 / 012 480 2075 012 480 4551 / 071 678 9869 012 480 4551 / 071 678 9869 012 480 4051 / 012 480 2075
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SECURITY MANAGER Johan Hough
It has been reported that businesses and estates, which falls outside the perimeter of Mooikloof Ridge Estate, have seen yet another increase in armed and common robberies. Security services is however pleased to announce that the Estate has been safe and sound for the reporting period. The COVID-19 pandemic has posed many challenges especially for the safety and security sector.
IMPORTANT CONTACT DETAILS FOR SECURITY: MOOIKLOOF RIDGE CONTROL ROOM: 012 480 4551 / 071 678 9896 (24/7) SECURITY MANAGER: 082 895 0073 (MON – FRI 07H00 – 17H00) BOSCHKOP SAPS: 012 802 0909 / 012 802 0856
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A word from the Security Manager (CONT.)
Disturbance of peace still remains a challenge, residents are urged to respect the right to peaceful living conditions of their neighbours. Residents are further requested to only park in designated areas within their schemes. Speeding continues to be a problem, especially once leaving the estate or once turning the corner away from security surveillance. This trend is being monitored and a few identified known offenders are being dealt with. Security appreciates the reports and evidence against these offenders. We emphasise the importance of the speed limits within the estate, please consider other residents, children and pets that also share the road.
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RESIDENTS NEED TO PLAY THEIR PART Crimes within estates are often carried out with the
assistance of domestic staff members or people are locked even if parked in a garage. Do not leave that the resident is familiar with. valuables lying around, particularly where they may be visible to others. Please ensure that you have properly vetted your domestic workers and gardeners and inform them ENTRANCE RISKS on how to keep your home secure even when you are It is important to always be alert when entering and not there. While security companies are constantly exiting the estate. Criminals have targeted residents on the look-out for ways to improve their service leaving or returning to estates and hijack them a to residents in estates, residents are urged do their few metres from the gates, if not right in front of the part too. gates, at many other security estates. The reality is that people become less alert as they You cannot rely on perimeter security alone. While approached their homes. Do not think that just perimeter security measures have been successful because there is a security guard at the gate that in driving down crime in estates, once criminals you can become complacent. If you notice anything gain access to properties within estates, they often suspicious at the gate rather don’t pull in right away have free reign. This is because residents become but watch from a safe distance. complacent about their personal home security. Be sure to lock doors and windows and ensure vehicles
A word from the Security Manager (CONT.)
CONSTRUCTION AND NEW NEIGHBOURS Be cautious when there is construction in process in your surrounds. Having construction workers on site within estates have historically resulted in elevated crime levels. Please report suspicious behaviour to our control room onsite. A growing trend in estates is for a crime syndicate to move into a home for a period. During this time, they monitor the behaviour of residents and initiate house break-ins in the estate before moving out. If you notice any suspicious behaviour – i.e., blinds or curtains permanently drawn – report it immediately to security. We will endeavour to keep our residents safe.
Mooikloof Ridge Estate is also a member of ARC – Association of Residential Communities Here are some interesting facts from ARC 3,000 - Homeowners Associations in South Africa 56,000 - Sectional Title Schemes in South Africa 5,000,000 - People reside in Organised Communities 1,9000,000 - Homes in Organised Communities 8.7% - of developed land is taken up by Organised Communities R800 - Billion assetts are managed by Community Managers R11 - Billion annual levies are collected 27% - Of total value of residential property in South Africa form Organised Communities.
For more information on ARC, visit: https://hoasupport.co.za/ 7
PET CARE
& Registration
• Please remember to register your pets with your Body Corporate, this information can aid the Estate Office in locating the owners of lost pets. • All pets MUST have name tags.
• Should you wish to walk your pet on the common property please ensure they are on a leash. We have received complaints of owners walking their dogs without a leash, please refrain from this behaviour. There are many children playing on the grassed areas and dogs that are not leashed can frighten or bite the children. Fines will be issued. • Should residents find pets roaming around and unattended to, kindly report them to the control room. • Please ensure that when you leave for work in the morning your pet has adequate water and food supplies to last until you return. • Should you be going on vacation, please ensure you
have arranged procedures for the pet sitters to enter the Estate and or the scheme.
• Residents find it unacceptable that some dog walkers allow their dogs to deposit excrement on the walkways and grassed areas and thereafter keep on walking without removing it. PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PET • Body Corporate approval MUST be attained in order to keep any pets. Remember that no resident may keep more than two dogs, without the permission of the HOA. If you do have more than two dogs, you must please apply through your Body Corporate, for approval.
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ACCESS CONTROL PEDESTRIAN GATE: All pedestrians entering/exiting the Estate via the turnstiles must be in possession of an access tag or gate code. Residents may not attempt to influence the guards to deviate security from their procedures at the Main Gate and turnstile gate. Please comply with security protocol. MOVING IN AND OUT OF THE ESTATE: All moving companies must be provided with an access code to enter/exit the Estate. All moving companies must be provided with a permit to remove goods from the Estate.
Moving times:
Monday – Saturday 09h00-17h00 Sundays – 09h00-13h00 (Only if the Sunday falls at the end of the month)
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GARDENING IN WINTER With winter approaching and contrary to popular belief, there are many plants and vegetables that thrive at this time of the year. Winter offers a chance to take a long hard look at your garden to make changes that can improve the structure of your garden.
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Gardening in Winter (CONT.)
There is no reason why you cannot add colour to your garden during winter, seedlings such as Iceland Poppies, violas, pansies, snapdragons and primulas are a few of the many plants that will bloom in winter. These can be planted in planter boxes, hanging baskets, garden beds etc. This is also a good time to apply fertilizer to your grass so that it remains green throughout the winter months. All garden shrubs that turn yellow can be pruned and in July/August, roses can be pruned in preparation for summer. Top dressing can be applied to your lawns in August/ September ready for the first spring rains.
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