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ESTATE NEWS

Our investigations found that in its current Terms of reference 3. The CCDC must elect its own chairperson.
state, the Clubhouse no longer reflects the When the CCDC was established in 4. The CCDC must meet as often as deemed
quality, functionality or prestige that our 2024, the terms of reference presented fit to achieve its set objectives.
estate represents. Visible deterioration – were as follows: 5. Additional knowledgeable homeowners
despite ongoing maintenance – makes for may be co-opted to the CCDC to render
a ‘tatty’ look and feel. Even though the UPGRADE AND REFURBISHMENT OF specialist or expert advice.
current Clubhouse and facilities fulfilled most SILVER LAKES GOLF AND WILDLIFE 6. The CCDC may establish a Steering
of residents’ needs for many years, it has ESTATE CLUBHOUSE AND ASSOCIATED Committee.
become outdated – and, according to studies, SPORT AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES 7. The CCDC may establish sub-committees
is affecting our property values. 1. In terms of the MOI of the Silver if required.
Lakes Golf and Wildlife Estate NPC 8. CCDC members must declare current or
The current facilities do not meet modern par 7.5.9.10, the CCDC was formally potential future conflict of interest from
lifestyle needs according to the 2022-23 established as a committee of the the outset.
surveys. These surveys confirm strong resident Board of Directors. 9. Consultants and/or service providers
support for upgrades to the Clubhouse’s 2. The committee will consist of the may be contracted in, subject to cost and
sports amenities and community facilities. following members: allocated budget availability.
a. Mr N. van Rensburg Country 10. An audit trail must be maintained for the
A Clubhouse for everyone Club Director; entire process either as formal minutes
The Clubhouse and its amenities should be b. Mr K. Evans; or as confirmatory notes of the meetings
designed for everyone – families, young c. Mr D. Pretorius; and/or activities of the CCDC.
children, teenagers, our older residents, d. Prof A. Osman;
etc. The studies showed that people e. Ms C Mathews; New requirements
supported prioritising an upgraded restaurant f. s C. Pieterse; As mentioned, the last significant Clubhouse
and terrace. In addition, the following g. Mr A. Coetzee; upgrade and refurbishment was done many
developments were suggested: an enhanced h. Ms S. Ferreira; years ago, with only minor enhancements
convenience store for daily grocery shopping i. Ms C. Weber; carried out over subsequent years.
so residents wouldn’t have to leave the estate; j. Mr A. Mulder; Over the past few years, several new
and more family and recreational areas. k. Mr A. Bodemer; requirements in terms of facilities and
l. Mr P. Spies; modernisation have been identified.
Therefore, the Board put together a vision for m. Mrs A. Kromhout; Foremost are aspects such as:
this project: n. Ms D. du Plessis; - Parking expansion
- To deliver a modernised, inclusive and o. Mr A. Curlewis; - Added recreational and sport facilities
timeless Clubhouse Environmental Director CEO e.g. padel courts, bowling greens
- The add-on structures must respect the Volunteer (Architect); Volunteer - Increased golf driving-range capacity
existing architectural heritage (Landscape Architect); Volunteer - Adequate and safe play areas for children
- Upgrading the Clubhouse for enhanced (Architect); Volunteer (Construction remain very important
estate living and daily convenience Science); Volunteer (Int Design); - The inclusion of wellness amenities like a
- The added structures must support a Volunteer (Int Design); Volunteer spa also features on the overall wish list
wide range of social, family and sporting (Metallurgical Engineer); AAC - Optimal use of renewable energy
activities Committee Member; Golf Captain; resources and water security have been
- They must be an attraction to new Ladies Golf Captain; Clubhouse identified as a priority in a quest to
members and families. Manager; Golf Manager achieve sustainability.

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