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SECURITY NEWS

GOLF CARTS IN THE ESTATE

part from speeding and stop sign
violations, the use of golf carts on the
Aestate is currently a hot topic.

The security department deals with young
people driving golf carts daily. Many young
people adhere to the rules of where to drive
and have at least a valid learner’s licence in
their possession.

When transgressions are identified by the
security department, we always contact
the responsible parent/s to inform them
accordingly. In some instances, we receive
positive feedback and assistance.

However, another type of response is also
encountered, such as: “I will pay the fine”,
“Why are you harassing my child”, “You are
not the Metro Police”. These are just a few of
the not-so-positive types of responses 7.1. The golf course in its entirety, with prevent a tragedy if the matter is treated
the exception of golf cart paths, is with the necessary resolve.
It is essential to note the Estate Rules closed between the hours of 23h00
referenced below: and 04h00 to all persons except It may be for a dare or an adrenalin rush, or
2.25. Parents and guardians of children are for the security, maintenance and it may be that a young person is just being
solely responsible for the children’s emergency staff. Transgressors may mischievous, but golf carts being taken
safety and for ensuring that the be subject to a penalty. without permission from the owner (not
children are made aware of the even mentioned in our rules) is a crime.
dangers relating to the use of streets. Being an ex-police officer, I remember Yes, this happens in our estate. The result
All drivers are held responsible for often having had the unfortunate task could be a criminal record – something that
moderating their speed and driving of assisting in removing injured children nobody can afford, especially at a young
style to the likelihood of children and from car wrecks, sometimes worse… age.
others being encountered on the roads Having to inform parents afterwards of
within the estate. what happened to their child was always Here’s hoping that those who read this
2.27. All privately owned golf carts must traumatic. article take heed. Let’s work together to
be registered annually with the ensure a pleasant stay in our beautiful
Association against payment of the Please understand that security officers estate.
prescribed fee, and the registration have a task to do. When you are contacted
sticker issued to the owner must be regarding something your child was Danie Basson
visibly displayed on the cart. involved in, consider that it may someday Security Manager
2.28. Golf carts may only be driven by drivers
in possession of a driver’s or learner’s
licence for a vehicle or motorcycle.
2.29. Golf carts are only permitted to travel
on the public roads in the estate for
the shortest route on and off the golf
course. Golf carts must be fitted with
front and rear lights if used anywhere
after sunset.
2.30. Loud music emanating from a golf
cart, causing a disturbance, is not
permitted.
2.31. With the exception of golf carts and
Association maintenance vehicles, no
other vehicles will be permitted on the
golf course.

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