February 2018

  • Geocentric Launches New App

    “As Geocentric we are very proud to launch our new mobile phone reporting application,” said Gene Lohrentz of the urban management company recently. “This is another way in which we are enabling our CID business and property owners to interact with their City Improvement District Management.  “We want our CID contributors to become part of our family by interacting…

  • Urban Management Trolley Introduced

    The Geocentric Urban Management Trolley Project was initiated in 2017.  The aim of the project is to provide urban cleaning and maintenance teams with a platform to improve their daily tasks, assist with moving of equipment and tools and enable recycling while performing their tasks.  A few design considerations were introduced into the design of…

  • Housing Development Plans and Approval in Place

    A statement was received on 14 February 2018 regarding the new housing development that is earmarked for Elsies River, on the premises of the old so-called ‘Double D’ factory.  Here is the communication received directly from the developer:  “E-Junction Property Developers has finally received plan approval on the security village planned for Elsies River Industrial.  The development will comprise…

  • ERCID adds value to Look and Feel of Elsies River

    ERCID adds value to Look and Feel of Elsies River

    Thanks to the commitment of all who are involved in the Elsies River City Improvement District drive, strides of progress are being made in various ways.    The accompanying images tell the story of how problems like illegal dumping and the confiscation of stolen trolleys and wheelie-bins are successfully addressed by the teams.    The Public…

  • Illegal Dumping in the Spotlight

    The problem of illegal dumping is one that occurs in most areas of the city and is also one of the main challenges that the ERCID has to contend with.  People are prepared to change, but only if they are constantly monitored and warned regarding the consequences of dumping.  Some incidents stem from persons coming to the various scrap dealers and trying…