Title:
Protection of Van Staden Nature Reserve
Proposed by: Ed Richardson
Seconded by:
Sydney
Rigby
WHEREAS,
The Van Staden nature reserve (Port Elizabeth) is one of the oldest
proclaimed nature reserves in South Africa;
It harbours a valuable array of plant diversity and offers a unique
experience to visitors;
The Nelson Mandela Metropole Municipal Council has recently moved to
deproclaim part of the reserve in order to make affordable, low-income
housing for local residents.
THEREFORE,
the 7th World Wilderness Congress hereby
Understands the need for affordable housing and for government action
for the underpriviledged; yet
Emphasizes that nature reserves are inviolate areas and de-proclamation is
a non-acceptable action; and hereby
RESOLVES, that
The Nelson Mandela Metropole Municipal Council should recognize the
international environmental standard by maintaining the full and original
boundaries and integrity of the Reserve, expand it when and where
possible, and find alternate and more appropriate sites for the
low-income, affordable housing required by local citizens.
Proposed by:
Ed Richardson
Siyathetha Communications
Port Elizabeth
+27 41 582 3750
Seconded by:
Sydney Rigby
15 Verdi Avenue
Walmer Heights
Port Elizabeth
e-mail: svrigby@intekom.co.za
