Clinton Lerm - Councillor - Overstrand Municipality

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Overstrand Municipality and the Provincial Department of Mobility have signed a pledge reaffirming our shared commitment to strengthening cooperation between the two spheres of government and advancing key infrastructure priorities for the future.

One of the most exciting focus areas is the continued development of non-motorised transport options. I am incredibly proud of our municipal team, who have been driving this vision for many years and laying the groundwork for safer, more accessible transport alternatives.

The video below showcases a draft 3D concept of the Hermanus CBD Taxi Rank and Municipal Office Precinct. While still in the planning phase, it provides a glimpse into what could be achieved once the necessary funding is secured.

The proposed upgrade includes a significant facelift to the entrance of the CBD, improved public spaces, enhanced pedestrian infrastructure, dedicated cycling lanes, and a stronger focus on creating a people-centred urban environment.

A special word of thanks must go to Minister Isaac Sileku and his team for their commitment to this vision and their willingness to work alongside local government to help make projects such as these a reality.

Together, we are building an Overstrand that is safer, more accessible, and better connected for future generations.

31/05/2026

THE PUBLIC SQUARE: Your Questions. My Answers.

SEND ME YOUR QUESTIONS FOR THE UPCOMING PODCAST

As part of my commitment to open, transparent and accessible government, I will be launching a new podcast in the coming days.

The first few episodes will focus on my Democratic Alliance Mayoral Campaign, including the vision for the Overstrand, our goals, priorities, and long-term strategy for the future of our communities.

I would like this podcast to be driven by the people we serve. Therefore, I invite residents to submit their questions for consideration.

If you have a question, please send it via WhatsApp to:

071 681 1196 - please start your question with Podcast...... then followed by the question

Important: Please do not post your questions in the comments section of this post, as questions submitted publicly will not be considered. Only questions received via WhatsApp will be included in the draw.

This podcast is intended to create a platform for meaningful engagement, transparency, accountability and direct communication with residents. I look forward to hearing from you and addressing the issues that matter most to our community.

Clinton Lerm
Democratic Alliance Mayoral Candidate – Overstrand

31/05/2026

DIE PUBLIEKE PLEIN: JOU VRAE, MY ANTWOORDE

STUUR JOU VRAE VIR DIE KOMENDE PODGOOI

As deel van my verbintenis tot oop, deursigtige en toeganklike regering, gaan ek in die komende dae my nuwe podgooi bekendstel.

Die eerste paar episodes sal fokus op my Demokratiese Alliansie-burgemeestersveldtog, insluitend die visie vir die Overstrand, ons doelwitte, prioriteite en langtermynstrategie vir die toekoms van ons gemeenskappe.

Ek wil hê hierdie podgooi moet deur die mense wat ons dien gedryf word. Daarom nooi ek inwoners uit om hul vrae vir oorweging in te stuur.

Indien jy 'n vraag het, stuur dit asseblief per WhatsApp na:

071 681 1196 begin asb deur te se PODGOOI en dan u vraag.

Belangrik: Moet asseblief nie jou vrae in die kommentaarafdeling van hierdie plasing plaas nie, aangesien vrae wat openbaar geplaas word nie oorweeg sal word nie. Slegs vrae wat per WhatsApp ontvang word, sal in die trekking ingesluit word.

Hierdie podgooi is bedoel om 'n platform te skep vir betekenisvolle betrokkenheid, deursigtigheid, aanspreeklikheid en direkte kommunikasie met inwoners. Ek sien daarna uit om van julle te hoor en die kwessies aan te spreek wat die meeste vir ons gemeenskap saak maak.

Clinton Lerm

Demokratiese Alliansie Burgemeesterskandidaat – Overstrand

29/05/2026

Join Clinton Lerm and the “Warm Hearts, Warmer Nights” Blanket Drive as we work together to keep vulnerable people across the Overstrand warm this winter.

Thanks to the incredible support received so far, we are now in the final push for just 30 more blankets to reach our goal and we need the community’s help to get there before the end of May.

The blankets will be distributed to organisations and individuals in need during the first week of June.

We are encouraging business owners, entrepreneurs, estate agents, and members of the public to get involved by donating blankets or contributing any amount they feel comfortable with.

Here’s how you can help:
Purchase blankets here:
https://www.gerberandcogroup.com/collections/all

At the bottom of the page, you’ll find the grey 5-pack and 10-pack blanket options.
Most importantly, when checking out, please use the code DALERM26.

This allows Ge**er & Co to identify your purchase as part of the blanket drive so your contribution is counted towards the campaign.

Every blanket donated will help bring warmth, comfort, and hope to someone this winter.

Please let us know once you’ve placed your order so we can personally thank you and acknowledge your support.

This is only the beginning. In the future, we will also be running similar blanket drives in other affected areas across the Overstrand community.

Together, let’s help make this winter a little warmer for everyone.

29/05/2026

*NOTICE OF PLANNED ESKOM POWER OUTAGE*
*_Stanford and Gansbaai areas on 4 June_*

Eskom has advised that essential maintenance work will be undertaken at the Hermanus Substation on Thursday, 4 June 2026. The work involves the replacement of 66kV breakers and will require a planned power outage affecting customers supplied by both the Overstrand Municipality and Eskom in the Stanford and Greater Gansbaai areas.

The outage will take place from 08:00 to 18:30.

*Areas affected:*
- Stanford and surrounding farms (including Eskom direct customers)
- Greater Gansbaai area, including De Kelders, Perlemoenbaai, Gansbaai , Masakhane, Blompark, Industrial Area, Kleinbaai, Birkenhead, Franskraal, Uilenkraalsmond, Pearly Beach and surrounding farms, Baardskeerdersbos and surrounding Eskom direct customers as well as Eskom farm lines.

Some of the affected areas are among those that experienced electricity supply interruptions following the severe storms earlier in May.

The Greater Hermanus area will not be affected by this planned outage.

Issued by:
Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dr Dean O’Neill

29/05/2026

Building a Better Future:
Overstrand Sports Facility Upgrades Underway

As the Democratic Alliance mayoral candidate for Overstrand, I am proud to highlight the significant investment being made in sports facilities across our region.

Our DA Overstrand team recently visited several sports grounds as part of our oversight responsibilities. These visits allow us to assess the condition of facilities and ensure that public investment is delivering real value to residents.

With close to R80 million being invested in projects in Hawston, Mount Pleasant and Kleinmond, we are demonstrating our commitment to community development, youth opportunities and social cohesion through sport. I firmly believe that sport remains one of the greatest unifiers in any community and plays a vital role in building healthier, safer and more connected neighbourhoods.

These investments are about more than infrastructure — they are about creating opportunities, strengthening communities and investing in the future of our residents.

While these projects represent major progress, we recognise that there are other sports grounds and facilities across the Overstrand that also require attention. If elected, I will continue to advocate for further investment in sports infrastructure throughout our region to ensure that all communities have access to quality facilities and opportunities.

I encourage every eligible resident to register to vote on 20 and 21 June and to support the Democratic Alliance on 4 November 2026 so that we can continue building on the progress already achieved in the Overstrand.