Apply for rate rebates, discounts

MOSSEL BAY NEWS - "The Mossel Bay Municipality is deeply aware of the need in the community."

The municipality stated this in a media release on Wednesday, 10 August.

"As local government, the municipality is committed to be a caring organisation, taking into account those residents who desperately need financial assistance."

PHOTO GALLERY: Apply for rate rebates

The media release noted: "The municipality has fine-tuned an indigent policy with its primary focus being poverty alleviation. With the new financial year that started in July, the policy has been reviewed and residents are invited to reapply for rebates and discounts available to them."

Who may apply

Unemployed residents
Low-income households (R0 – R7 940)
Persons with disability (R0 – R7 940)
Pensioners (R0 – R24 200)

The benefits

Discounts of 30%-100% (depending on level of indigency) on basic fees and property rates.
6kl free water and up to 50 kWh free electricity.
Benefits include rebates on refuse removal, sanitation, property rates, water and electricity.

Note: percentages differ depending on the indigent level applicants qualify for.

Include in your application

Latest municipal account
Proof of identity document for everyone older than 18 years
Proof of income of total household income (payslips and/or bank statements)
Sworn statement of unemployment, if applicable
Medical certificate to confirm medical condition, in case of disability
Note: Applicants must be permanent occupants.

How to apply

Complete the application document available

Where to apply

Mossel Bay Municipality offices: at the cashier desk or enquiry points (except 106 Montagu Street)
DebtPack offices in KwaNonqaba, Mossel Bay, Great Brak River and D'Almeida or phone 044 620 4480
Send an email to admin@mosselbay.gov.za.