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Project plan
A structured pathway from documentation to long-term care.
The plan is intentionally phased so the project can remain safe, legal, transparent and aligned with guidance from the City of Ekurhuleni.
Project phase 1
Documentation, Reporting and Approval
- Take photos and videos
- Document all concerns
- Log complaints with the City of Ekurhuleni
- Keep reference numbers
- Send formal request for approval
- Contact the ward councillor or relevant City of Ekurhuleni official(s)
- Request a site meeting
- Form a small community committee
Project phase 2
Environmental and Water-Quality Assessment
- Request professional water-quality testing
- Investigate possible water-quality concerns
- Identify the source of the reported unpleasant odour
- Assess the impact on birds, fish and animals
- Confirm whether fishing can ever safely be allowed again
- Volunteers must not enter or clean the dam water themselves
Project phase 3
Safety and Security Review
- Review the current security arrangement
- Assess visibility and effectiveness
- Identify unsafe areas
- Check lighting, fencing and access points
- Request better patrols
- Consider CPF, EMPD or local security partnerships
Project phase 4
Approved Community Clean-Up
- Pick up light litter in public areas where safe
- Clear loose litter from public walking areas where safe
- Remove loose rubbish only if it is safe and non-hazardous
- Sort recyclable waste
- Collect light litter around braai and play areas without cleaning or altering structures
- Take before-and-after photos
Project phase 5
Facility Inspection and Restoration Planning
- Bathroom inspection
- Play equipment safety inspection
- Braai area assessment
- Lapa structural assessment
- Identify required contractors and sponsors
Project phase 6
Approved Sponsored Repairs and Upgrades
- Approved bathroom repairs
- Approved play equipment repairs or replacement
- Approved braai repairs
- Approved lapa restoration
- Approved painting and signage
- Waste bins, if approved
- Lighting, if approved
- Other approved improvements
Project phase 7
Heritage and Community Revival
- Collect old photos and stories
- Create a history section
- Work with schools to revive cross-country events
- Create bird-watching mornings
- Explore fishing only after water is confirmed safe
- Add birdlife awareness signage
- Run monthly Friends of Alberton Dam clean-up days
- Create a community memory/visitor lock feature on an approved section of fencing, if approved by the City of Ekurhuleni
Project phase 8
Long-Term Maintenance and Accountability
- Monthly clean-up days
- Quarterly inspections
- Security review meetings
- Adopt-a-section programme
- School and community involvement
- Sponsor maintenance partnerships
- Regular updates to the community
Heritage feature
Community Memory Lock Feature
A small controlled community memory feature may become part of the heritage and revival story, only if approved by the City of Ekurhuleni.
As part of the proposed heritage and community revival aspect of the Alberton Dam Restoration Project, Pompidelik would like to request approval from the City of Ekurhuleni to create a small, controlled community memory feature using locks attached to a designated section of the fencing.
The idea is for residents and visitors to attach a lock with their name, family name or short message as a symbol of their visit, support and connection to Alberton Dam.
- Encourage positive community engagement
- Create a visual symbol of support for the restoration project
- Give families and visitors a way to feel connected to the dam
- Celebrate community memories linked to Alberton Dam
- Promote responsible visits to the area
- Support the heritage and revival aspect of the project
This feature will only be implemented if approved by the City of Ekurhuleni. It must not damage public property, create a safety risk, interfere with fencing, gates or access control, or create maintenance issues.
Approval-led progress
Each phase depends on the right guidance, permissions and safety instructions before volunteers, sponsors or contractors act.
Ready to support?
Individuals and companies can register interest through the Get Involved form.