 CID UPDATE  What's happening in your CID?
As the year 2008 draws to a close, we are both celebrating and mourning.
We celebrate as the CIDs continue to fulfil their mandate to combat “crime and grime” on a daily basis, and an acknowledgement to our loyal, dedicated, passionate and highly ethical staff who secured five arrests in the month of October. A thank you too for recognition received from the community, which is so appreciated by all the team members who strive to offer you their best.
We celebrate the beautiful area in which we live, play and work, by doing our part in restoring areas to keep it free from graffiti.
We celebrating the move of Societi “The home away from home” restaurant that relocated from the V&A Waterfront to Oranje-Kloof. We continue to list all the exciting events and activities happening in both the Green Point and Oranje-Kloof CID areas and celebrate the love of life, food, activity and the cosmopolitan atmosphere permeating our city.
And lastly, we celebrate the continued development of the Cape Quarter ‘Extension’ – adding additional value to the prestigious and enjoyable Cape Quarter.
The mourning is for the passing away of a valued team member, Mr. Coetzee (Mobile Drive – OKCID) who passed away this month due to medical reasons. It is a great loss to us all and we pledge our support to his family at such a sad time.
Enjoy our latest newsletter as we head towards the holiday season and please keep safe.
News you can use... SECURITY UPDATE:  HOLIDAY SECURITY UPDATE Holiday safety tips
During holiday time you often find yourself in new areas you are not familiar with. We also tend to relax and let our guard down while on leave, which is great for stress-relief, but not for personal safety. Be aware that holiday makers are seen as ‘easy targets’ for criminals and decrease your chances of being a victim, by following these basic safety tips:
1. Always be aware of your surroundings ...(read more) WHAT'S HAPPENING IN YOUR CID?  Cape Quarter ‘Extension’ Update: Letting process well underway The Developer of the Cape Quarter ‘Extension’, The Cape Quarter Property Company, hosted a well attended ‘Update’ function on Monday 10 November, for residents and business owners in the De Waterkant community. Key issues relating to the development and its impact on the area were addressed while guests enjoyed delicious food and drink at the popular Fiesta restaurant in the Cape Quarter.
...(read more)  CIDs instrumental in five recent arrests The Green Point and Oranje-Kloof City Improvement Districts have been instrumental in five successful arrests since the beginning of October 2008. These arrests – with three taking place in Green Point and two in Oranje-Kloof – include offences for house break-in and theft, possession of illegal substances, malicious damage to property, theft out of motor vehicle and possession of stolen property.
...(read more)  CIDs clean up the streets The CIDs exist as a supplementary security and cleansing service. In addition to general cleansing, this also includes removing illegal graffiti from public areas within our boundaries.
In the past month alone, sixteen incidents of graffiti were removed in the De Waterkant area. This improves the overall look and feel of our area which in turn adds value and increases appeal. See attached before and after visuals.
...(read more)  Our favourite new restaurant in Oranje-Kloof The popular Society Bistro, located in the V&A Waterfront for the past five years, moved to Oranje-Kloof, 50 Orange Street in mid-October this year.
Say owners Tammy Botbyl and Peter Weetman: “Societi is a neighbourhood ‘local’. We would like it to be a sanctuary for Capetonians and visitors looking for a home from home. More than cuisine, it’s a way of life – taking the time to savour a meal and enjoy the company of family and friends. We love it, it’s an extension of our home!”
...(read more) FAN MAIL  Dear CID
My name is Melody Eleanor Kaye. On Monday, 27 October, at around 18:00 on Waterkant Street, my car window was smashed and some of my belongings stolen. As I realised my things had been stolen I received a call from Shift Manager Nigel Williams informing me that the thief had been caught and they were detaining him at the B.P garage. I have to just say that with people like this watching over the area, I will always feel safe. Your staff has a fantastic work ethic, a great understanding of how people need to be treated in circumstances such as this, as well as very high morals.
...(read more) QUOTE OF THE MONTH  "The problem is not that there are problems. The problem is expecting otherwise and thinking that having problems is a problem."
Theodore Rubin
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UPCOMING EVENTS WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH? We pride ourselves in having the top events happening in and around Cape Town listed on our website each month.
Here are our favourite events for Nov/Dec: If you are staying in Town: Music on the Piazza
Date: 23 November
Venue: Cape Quarter, De Waterkant
Artists: Uvuyo Trio (Piano, Sax & Violin)
Time: 13h00 to 16h00
Entrance: Free, book at your favourite Cape Quarter restaurant
Tel: Nikki on (021) 421 0737
Website: http://www.capequarter.co.za
The Cape Quarter presents an exciting line-up of musicians for November, ranging from a Marimba Bands to classical and acoustic. Patrons can enjoy regular Sunday performances on the Piazza whilst sipping cocktails with various well-known musicians. If you are going away: Manuka Tokai summer wine festival
Date: Thursday 27th of November
Time: 17:00 – 21:00
Admission: R30/person which includes a tasting glass to take home.
Tel: Clarence on 021 701-2046.
Website: www.manuka.co.za
Manuka Wine Boutique at the Steenberg Shopping Centre in Tokai has rallied 30 of their favourite wine estates together to host another much requested Tokai Wine Festival. The festival promises to be an experience not to be missed with wines to taste from great estates such as Groote Post, Moreson, Nitida, De Waal, Bein, Beyerskloof and many many more! SUBMIT YOUR CAPE TOWN EVEN DATES TO DIARISE FOR NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 18 Nov 2008 Three wise men - Theatre 18 Nov 2008 So 80's Musical
23 Nov 2008 Cape Quarter holiday events
27 Nov 2008 Manuka Tokai Summer Festival
2 Dec 2008 Community Chest Twilight Run 08
more events GP CID Contact Numbers GP CID Patrol Vehicle
082 214 3228 GP CID 24 hour control
021 421 0885 GP CID Shift Manager (24 hrs)
071 670 3019 OK CID Contact Numbers OK CID Patrol Vehicle
082 217 1386 OK CID Manager
Mike Reeler OK CID Shift Manager (24 hrs)
071 670 3019 General OK and GP CID Contact Numbers Security Manager
Marius Swanepoel
082 922 1832 Contract Manager
Jonathan Basson
082 444 2727 | 
