31/03/2026
This formal budget objection is designed to be submitted during the City of Cape Town’s public participation window for the *2026/27 Draft Budget*. It uses the specific project codes and data found in the Subcouncil 14 report to challenge the exclusion of New Nooiensfontein Road.
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# # # *OFFICIAL BUDGET OBJECTION: CITY OF CAPE TOWN DRAFT BUDGET 2026/2027*
**TO: Budget.Comments@capetown.gov.za
cc: Johannes.VanDerMerwe@capetown.gov.za SUBJECT:* FORMAL OBJECTION TO THE OMISSION OF CAPITAL PROVISION FOR NEW NOOIENSFONTEIN ROAD CONGESTION RELIEF
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to formally lodge an objection to the *2026/2027 Draft Budget* regarding the lack of dedicated capital expenditure for traffic alleviating infrastructure along the *New Nooiensfontein Road corridor*.
As a resident and ratepayer, I find the current budgetary priorities inconsistent with the City’s constitutional mandate to provide sustainable and safe servicescite: 49]. [cite_start]My objection is based on the following findings from the City's own *"Congestion in the Kuilsrivier Area"* report[cite: 9]:
*1. Failure to Allocate Funds for High-Priority "Planned" Projects*
[cite_start]The Erica Drive Extension (crossing the R300 to New Nooiensfontein Drive) is identified as a vital link to reduce pressure on the M12 and New Nooiensfontein intersection[cite: 30, 31]. [cite_start]However, the budget reflects *zero actual spend* on this project between FY 2017 and FY 2024[cite: 28]. The 2026/27 budget continues this trend by failing to move this project from "Planned" to "Funded."
*2. Unacceptable Dependency on Housing Timelines*
[The City has linked the extension of Saxdowns Road—which is intended to replace the function of the overburdened Nooiensfontein Road—to the *Nooiensfontein Housing Project on Erf 1169* We object to the use of the Housing Budget (CPX.0014611) as a proxy for Transport infrastructure. Traffic relief is an immediate necessity and should be funded independently of residential development timelines.
*3. Evident Geographic Infrastructure Spend Disparity*
The draft budget continues to favor the northern sector of the railway line, where projects like *Langverwacht Road (R57.5m)* and *Amandel Road (R42.5m)* have received full funding and reached 100% completion. The southern sector, specifically the New Nooiensfontein corridor, has been systemically underfunded in comparison.
*4. Inadequate Interim Measures (TDM vs. Capital Spend)*
[cite_start]The City’s reliance on *Travel Demand Management (TDM)* and signal optimization [cite: 57] is insufficient for a Road Class 4 that is operating beyond its capacity. Without capital provision for physical expansion or the Erica Drive bridge, "optimization" will not result in a measurable reduction in the 45–60 minute peak-hour delays currently experienced.
*PROPOSED AMENDMENT:*
request that the Budget Committee reallocates funds within the *Urban Mobility Congestion Relief Programme* to:
* Commencing the land acquisition process for Nooiensfontein Road widening.
* Providing a fixed capital commencement date for the Erica Drive Extension project
Please acknowledge receipt of this objection and provide a formal written response as required by the *Municipal Systems Act*.
Sincerely,
*[Your Name]*
*[Your Physical Address]
Community Notice: Traffic Congestion Concerns (2026–2027 Budget) 🚨
Dear Residents,
We would like to raise awareness and encourage community action regarding the lack of traffic congestion relief measures south of the Kuils River railway line in the City of Cape Town’s 2026–2027 financial year budget.
❗ Key Concern:
There is a noticeable imbalance in capital expenditure on road infrastructure, with significantly more investment directed toward areas north of the railway line, while our communities in the south continue to face growing congestion challenges.
🚗 Why this matters:
* Longer daily commute times
* Increased road safety risks
* Reduced economic activity in our area
* Ongoing strain on local roads and infrastructure
📢 What we can do:
Residents are encouraged to submit formal objections and request:
* Fair and transparent allocation of infrastructure funding
* Clear criteria for project prioritisation
* Immediate plans to address congestion in our area
✉️ An email template is available—please use it and make your voice heard!
Let’s stand together to ensure equitable development and improved mobility for all.
🙏 Please share this message with neighbours and community groups.
