To enhance service delivery and efficiently, the Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality (CALM) recently procured 24 new vehicles.
According to CALM’s spokesperson, Thapelo Phetla, the vehicles were handed over at an event in Carolina on April 05.
The municipal officials presented six vehicles with the remaining set to be allocated soon.
“Among the new fleet are 17 single-cab Toyota Hilux vehicles, three Nissan NP200’s, two VW Polos, one Toyota Quantum, and one water tanker. These vehicles are expected to significantly bolster the municipality’s capacity to address various community needs, particularly in the water department, prioritised due to high demand,” he said.
During the ceremony, drivers were reminded of their responsibility in maintaining the vehicles and delivering quality services.
They were required to pledge adherence to the municipal fleet policy, ensuring the proper care and use of the vehicles for the improvement of the community.
“The vehicles have been strategically allocated to different units across the municipality, with one specially dedicated to the N17 route to enhance response times to community complaints,” Phetla said.
CALM mayor, Daniel Nkosi, commended the municipality’s efforts and urged the drivers to uphold their pledge, emphasizing the importance of delivering exceptional services to the community of Chief Albert Luthuli.
“This significant investment in new vehicles underlines the municipality’s commitment to improve service delivery and meeting the needs of its residents,” he said.
