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Annual Report
The District Council
of Savanne
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Lady Barkly Street
Souillac, 60806 Tel: 6037930 / 6256710
Fax: 625 5750 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.dcsavanne.mu/
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRPERSON --------------------------------------------- 1
2. MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE --------------------------------------------- 2
3. VISION/MISSION/PURPOSE AND VALUES --------------------------------------------- 3
4. THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF SAVANNE: HISTORY AND PROFILE ------------------------- 5
5. OPERATIONAL AND SERVICE DELIVERY PLAN --------------------------------------------- 15
6. DEPARTMENTS --------------------------------------------- 17
7. ACTIVITIES ORGANISED IN 2016 --------------------------------------------- 38
8. GOVERNING LAWS & REGULATIONS --------------------------------------------- 42
9. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE --------------------------------------------- 42
10. FINANCIAL OVERVIEW --------------------------------------------- 43
11. TRENDS AND CHALLENGES --------------------------------------------- 52
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1.0 THE CHAIRPERSON’S STATEMENT
In virtue of the Local Government Act 2011 as subsequently amended, it is with great pleasure that
I am associating myself with the publication of the Council’s Annual Report. It is a great opportunity
to have a retrospection of the previous year and acknowledge its achievements and also focus on
priorities that need to be achieved.
Major accomplishments have been made and these have been demonstrated throughout this
report by the various achievements of the respective departments.
As Chairperson, my role is to be always present and attend as far as possible to the demands and
aspirations of our inhabitants and see to it that my Council provides an accessible and effective
service to the inhabitants and the public at large hence allowing them to enjoy a peaceful life. The
Council wishes to do more as far as provision of service is concerned. However our main
challenge is availability of funds and shortage of staff. We also ensure that the Council make
efficient use of its available resources.
I seize this opportunity to thank the Hon Minister of Local Government and Outer Islands and his
Permanent Secretary for their support and advice during 2016 and also the outgoing Chairperson
Mr. Rajiv Kumar Luchmun and the Chief Executive Mrs. S. Coonjan Jugroop.
I also convey my thanks to my Councillors, the Chief Executive and all the employees for their
everlasting contribution. I also wish to thank the inhabitants for their confidence and trust in me and
my team of Councillors.
MR. GAJADUR KAMALSAW CHAIRPERSON
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2.0 THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE’S STATEMENT
In pursuance with Section 142 of the Local Government Act 2011 as subsequently amended, I
have the honour to submit the Annual Report 2016 of The District Council of Savanne.
This Annual Report aims to enhance governance and promote accountability. It forms part of a
cycle of ongoing planning, monitoring and evaluation that begins with the formulation and annual
review of the Council’s objectives. This in turn helps the Council to make its budget determinations
and set targets for delivery.
In this Annual Report we look back over a period that has been concluded, and measure our
performance in a range of areas. I must underline the fact that the Council has been able,
throughout 2016, to perform its statutory functions and provide services as laid down in the
relevant legislations.
In year 2016, the Council has implemented several projects as reported throughout the report,
comprising of the construction of a new Village Hall at Rivière des Anguilles as well as other
projects. We are thankful to the Government for having provided the Council with funding through
the Local Development Projects for various local projects including village hall, lighting, children
garden equipment and upgrading and refurbishment works.
I seize this opportunity to thank our parent Ministry for its support throughout the year, the
Chairperson and the Councillors, and all the employees of the District Council of Savanne, who as
a team, do their best to provide a good service to the inhabitants of Savanne.
Thank you.
S. COONJAN JUGROOP (MRS) CHIEF EXECUTIVE
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3.0 MISSION/VISION/PURPOSE AND VALUES
3.1 Our Mission
To serve the district and its communities through high quality service with integrity, to uphold
economic, social, cultural, value-based development.
3.2 Our Vision
To promote a prosperous and developing society in an enabling environment where citizens are
able to achieve their full potential, in full enjoyment of their human rights, with due respect to
gender equality, to uphold economic, social, cultural, value-based development.
3.3 Our Core Values
We are dedicated to the mission and we exert ourselves with commensurate responsiveness to the
needs of our customers by adopting the following guiding factors in our quest:
Integrity: Always dealing with our stakeholders and in particular with our clients and our
colleagues in a fair and ethical manner, gaining trust through our actions.
Respecting people: By encouraging a courteous, ethical, honest, fair and equitable
workplace. Understanding cultural diversity issues and valuing the views of our
interlocutors in the performance of the daily duties.
Valuing staff: By training them for providing the highest quality service and giving due
recognition of staff performance, encouraging and supporting career development and
providing continuous learning.
Professionalism: To be committed to work ethics, confidentiality, impartiality and
discipline.
Service Excellence: To be committed at every level to provide an excellent service.
Teamwork: To foster team spirit between all employees, departments and the Council for
goal achievement.
Punctuality: To be committed to delivering services within the prescribed delay.
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3.4 Our Commitment
To maintain always a high standard of service and to be diligent in providing facilities and
improving the quality of public services offered and ensuring that such services respond to the
needs and wishes of the citizens and contribute to their well-being and development.
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4.0 THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF SAVANNE: HISTORY AND PROFILE
Savanne district covers an area of 243 square kilometres with a population of around 80,000. Its
capital is Souillac, named after François Vicomte de Souillac who was the Dutch governor of the
island from 1779 to 1787. This district hosts some of the most scenic and pure areas in Mauritius.
With its humid climate, Savanne district has nourished lush greeneries and rich forests. The
peaceful and fascinating beauty of the island has attracted thousands of visitors, locals and
foreigners. Unlike other districts in Mauritius, Savanne speaks loudly of a relaxed atmosphere.
Towering over the district are the Savanne mountains, strong and powerful backdrops that likewise
give contrast to an otherwise beautiful setting.
Aside from its rustic appeal, Savanne district boasts of friendly and conversant residents who can
readily offer a smile and help to most tourists. The residents of Savanne are mostly engaged in
traditional sources of livelihood such as farming and agriculture.
The capital town of Savanne, Souillac, hosts not a few historical remnants. Some of these
historical sports are the police station, church, court, and Batelage Quay, or the old railway station.
Another destination with historical significance is the house of illustrious Mauritian artist Robert
Edward Hart. His house called La Nef has since then been made into a museum which displays
some important historical artefacts of Savanne.
In and around Souillac, a handful of structures give visitors a sampling of the historical past of
Savanne district. But the capital of Savanne district itself remains a modest seaside resort nestled
amidst the hardy coasts. It has high cliffs that complement the sturdy winds and splashes off the
sea. Visitors might also be interested in visiting a garden named in the honor of Dr. Charles Telfair
which overlooks the sea.
Another attraction in Souillac is the La Vanille Crocodile Farm which is just a stone’s throw away
from the large village of Riviére des Anguilles and just across a large sport of tropical rainforest.
Nature lovers would appreciate the very tranquil and home-like mood in this crocodile farm.
Another similar place of interest is the Telfair Garden, with its vegetation areas lush and rich
despite being often visited by cyclones and similar weather disturbances.
There are many resorts spread along the pristine white sand beaches of Savanne. Apart from
these attractions are other natural wonders that leave a mark on any traveller’s memoirs.
Rochester Falls, for one, boast of an awe inspiring and breath-taking splendour that offers an
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alternative to other beach resorts. Visitors would have to trek onwards the falls, and even cross a
sugar estate for an added trekking experience. The falls itself is joined by rock formations formed
through the contraction of lava in prehistoric times. Water comes down from a spectacular
elevation of close to 33 feet.
Souillac is the administrative village. Savanne district is a place which has a rich historical
importance attached to it. The sugar produced in the southern coast of Mauritius was transferred to
Port Louis by sea until 1900.
In the late 1980s, there has been an expansion of the village when the vast majority of inhabitants
in the ancient small sugar estate of "Terracine" have been relocated in the northern part of
Souillac. Further expansion occurred when the inhabitants of the sugar estate of "Combo" migrated
to Souillac.
More recently, a new residential area has emerged namely, "Morcellement Gris-Gris". Houses
have also been built along Lady Barkly Street, extending the village further on the north east.
The people of Savanne district are amicable and tolerant to people from all parts of the world. The
local inhabitants of Savanne are mainly engaged in farming and agriculture.
Souillac is an important village for the southern region. Various state sponsored facilities and
services are found in the village: The District Court of Savanne; the southern section of the Central
Water Authority and the Central Electricity Board; the Southern section of the National Transport
Corporation; a recently built modern hospital (which replaced the old Souillac hospital). The Post
office of the village is also one of the oldest of the island and is housed in the building of the old
railway station which remains a legacy of French colonisation. The Catholic church of St. Jacques
was built in 1845.
How Souillac was attributed its name
The Savanne District reminds us of the era of the French colonial rule in Mauritius.
In 1787, Vicomte de Souillac decided to create a port for the south and south-west of the then Isle
de France. At that time the island was an important port of call for the French vessels on their way
to and from India. Strategically the French also wanted a base for the defence of the southern
coast. The most suitable place to erect a port was the southernmost point of the island where a
large and deep estuary (formed by the Savanne River), clear of coral reefs, would permit the
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vessels to accost nearest to the land. The port would also be used for the transportation of
agricultural products (including sugar) to Port Louis as no suitable road could link Port Louis with
the Southern part of the island at that time.
On 01 January 1787, a Royal Order ascribed to the locality the name of "Port Souillac", partly to
honour the Vicomte's contribution to the development of the port. Vicomte de Souillac left the Isle
de France on the 5th of November 1787.
During the English colonisation, the port has been greatly used for the transportation of sugar from
the many southern sugar factories to the Capital (Port Louis) making it the most busy seaport in
the south. Its importance started to decrease with the introduction of railways in the island from
1877. With the development of other means of transport, the utilisation of the port as means of
communication gradually became extinct. However, the locality had, by then, already grown into a
village which was named Souillac in the memory of the founder of the port.
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Villages Within the District of Savanne
SN Village Council Chairperson Vice Chairperson
1 Baie du Cap Louis Jean Thierry PERLE Marie Eugenia Marcesse (Mrs.)
2 Bel Ombre BERGICOURT Serge PERLE Marie Christine (Mrs.)
3 Benares FRICOT Louis Laval KISTOO Rooheet
4 Bois Chéri MATTAN Vasantee (Mrs.) RAMASHIRE Sanjay
5 Britannia BOOTOO Premanth ZOE Marie Marjorie (Mrs.)
6 Camp Diable ISLAM Bibi Faranaz (Mrs.) DOMUN Abdool Sibdic
7 Chamouny RAMCHURRUN Tulsiraj DASSOO Gayetri (Mrs.)
8 Chemin Grenier SALMINE Marie Rosy Mislette (Mrs.) APPANDI Devanand
9 Grand Bois MUNIAH Kanmesh RAMSURRUN Vijentimala (Mrs.)
10 La Flora SAHAYE Sanjay NAMAH Bhanoomatee
11 L’Escalier PITTEEA Preetam NUNKOO Jayantee (Mrs.)
12 Rivière des Anguilles MOHITPUTLALL Oodralall BOODOO Rassid
13 Rivière du Poste BOOLAKY Bagwandass TANNAH Deojit
14 St Aubin ERUSAN Daramraj ANDEE M. Sabrina (Mrs.)
15 Souillac RAMJAUN Nizam BIGNOUX Priscilla (Mrs.)
16 Surinam KONAHERKANAIDU Lutchanah RINOLD Marie Dominique (Mrs.)
17 Tyack ELLIAH Entessloo APPADU Entessloo
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Attractions in the district of Savanne
Le batelage
Britannia SE
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Chateau St Aubin
Rochester Falls
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Grand Bassin
Crocodile park
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La Roche qui pleure
Gris Gris
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Other Places of Attractions
Some of the main places of attractions in the district are:-
La Roche Qui Pleure
Gris Gris Cliff
Rochester Falls
Grand Bassin (Ganga Talao)
La Vanille Crocodile Park
Coloured Earth of Chamarel
Kanaka Crater & Bassin Blanc
Bois Chéri Tea Estate
Riverside de St Aubin
Jardin Telfair
La Nef Memorial Museum
Chateau Benares
Chateau Bel Ombre
Sookdeo Bissoondoyal Memorial Museum
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Profile of the District Council of Savanne
1.0 Population - 77,885
Baie du Cap - 2,414
Bel Ombre - 2,444
Benares - 2,233
Bois Chéri - 3,522
Britannia - 1,292
Camp Diable - 4,852
Chamouny - 4,776
Chemin Grenier - 12,363
Grand Bois - 5,040
L'Escalier - 7,916
La Flora - 4,703
Rivière des Anguilles - 2,204
Rivière du Poste - 4,461
St Aubin - 1,360
Souillac - 10,626
Surinam - 3,033
Tyack - 4,646
2.2 Size - Around 244.8 km2
2.3 District Councillors - 19
2.4 Village Councils - 17
2.5 Village Councillors - 153
2.6 Staff - 287
2.7 Roads - About 308 Meters
2.8 Cemeteries - 6
2.9 Cremation Grounds - 12
2.10 Markets - 5
2.11 Open Fairs - 5
2.12 Sports Grounds - 17
2.13 Infant Schools - 2
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5.0 OPERATIONAL AND SERVICE DELIVERY PLAN Major services provided during year 2016
Programme 1: Administration & Finance Department
Implementation of Council’s decisions
Ensure that services are delivered to the satisfaction of the inhabitants
Ensure that the resources allocated to the Department are used judiciously
Ensure that Council’s policies are formulated and implemented within the framework of the
Local Government Act and other laws
Ensure sound administrative and financial control
Close monitoring of expenditure
Delivery of programmes as laid down in the Programme Based Budget (PBB)
Collection of Revenue including arrears
Programme 2: Infrastructure and amenities
Construction and maintenance of drains to ensure proper evacuation of rain water and
reduce flooding areas;
Provision of well accessed non classified roads with traffic signs and proper road markings;
Construction and maintenance of non-classified roads;
Installation and maintenance of street lighting points;
Road markings and maintenance of traffic signs;
Maintenance of Council’s assets, e.g. buildings, sports infrastructure, etc.;
Implementation of infrastructural and capital projects.
Programme 3: Development Controls
Process and issue of building and land use permits in a timely manner
Ex post control- Building and Land Use and Trade Fees
Programme 4: Health and Sanitary Controls
Collection, removal and disposal of household, industrial, commercial and agricultural
wastes and other refuse.
Management of Public Markets and Fairs.
Control of hawkers
Provision of healthy environment through refuse collection, regular cleaning and
maintenance of public places such as open spaces, parks, gardens, bus shelters and public
toilets.
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Rodent control
Cleaning of abandoned lands
Programme 5: Sports, Welfare, Education and Cultural Development
Provision/organisation of social and cultural activities
Organization of sports activities and support to sports clubs
Provision of free pre-primary education
Promotion of sports and support of local sports teams
Enhance literacy by facilitating access to books, magazines, internet, etc.
Maintenance of football and volley ball grounds.
Governing Laws and Regulations
Local Authorities are governed by the Local Government Acts of 2011 as amended to enforce
other Acts and Regulations as hereunder:
(i) Market, and Fair Regulations
(ii) Foods Act
(iii) Health & Safety Act
(iv) Road Act
(v) Local Government Service Commission Regulations
(vi) Labour Act
(vii) Town and Country Planning Act
(viii) Building and Control Act
(ix) Morcellement Act
(x) Rivers & Canals Act
(xi) Procurement Act (2006)
(xii) Business & Facilitation Act
Corporate Governance All procurement exercises have been carried out in all transparency as per the Public procurement
Act (2006) and its regulations.
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6.0 DEPARTMENTS
6.1 Administration
The Chief Executive Department is responsible for the overall administration of the Council, and
ensures that the statutory duties laid down in the Local Government Act, the Local Government
Service Commission Act, 1975 as subsequently amended and other legislations relating to Council
activities are executed in a timely manner.
The following sections operate under the control of the Administration Department:
(1) Registry
(2) Committee Section
(3) HR Section
(4) IT Section
(5) Internal Audit Section
Responsibilities:
Implement Council’s decisions
Ensure that timely services are delivered satisfactorily
Ensure that Council’s policies are formulated and implemented within the framework of the
Local Government Act and other laws
Ensure sound administrative control
6.2 Committee Section
Council Membership Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson and Councillors Rural Elections were held on 12 December 2012 following which the present Councillors took
office on 20 December 2012.
The District Council of Savanne is composed of 19 elected members. The Chairperson and Deputy
Chairperson are elected by the Council to serve for a period of 2 years. The Council is
administered in accordance by the Local Government Act 2011 amongst other acts.
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S.N Village Council
Name
1. Baie du Cap
Mr GEOFFROY Louis Mario
2. Bel Ombre
Mr SOLA Khousraj
3. Benares
Mr SURJOO Satianun
4. Bois Chéri
Mr LUCHMUN Rajiv Kumar
5. Britannia
Mr. CHENGAN Joovalen
6. Camp Diable
Mr MAHAMOODALLY Mamode Said
7. Chamouny
Mr. SAWARAM Soonilduth
8. Chemin Grenier Mr. BAHARAY Aboobakar Sidick
Mr. KUPPAN Potaya
9. Grand Bois
Mr. SEEWSAGAR Ravindra Parsad
10. L’Escalier
Mr BEEHARRY Mahmad Hassen
11. La Flora
Mr. SEENEEVASSEN Narainsamy
12. Rivière des Anguilles
Mr GAJADUR Kamalsaw
13. Rivière du Poste
Mr BOYRAGEE Kailashsing
14. Saint Aubin
Mr. LACARCASSE Francis Richard
15. Souillac
Mr CUNDAPEN Mardaymootoo
16. Surinam Mr. GURIB Mohammad Nasser
Mr JUGURNAUTH Shridhur
17. Tyack
Mr PUTANAH Rajaye
Chairpersons & Members of Committees
Council Meeting
Chairperson: Mr. LUCHMUN Rajiv Kumar
Vice Chairperson: Mr. SOLA Khousraj
Executive Meeting
Chairperson: Mr. LUCHMUN Rajiv Kumar
Vice Chairperson: Mr. SOLA Khousraj
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Public Health Committee
Chairperson: Mr. GAJADUR Kamalsaw
Vice Chairperson: Mr. SEENEEVASSEN Narainsamy
Public Infrastructure Committee
as from 09 March 2016
Chairperson: Mr. SEENEEVASSEN Narainsamy
Vice Chairperson: Mr. BEEHARRY Mahmad Hassen
Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Committee
Chairperson: Mr. LUCHMUN Rajiv Kumar
Vice Chairperson: Mr. SOLA Khousraj
Welfare Committee
Chairperson: Mr. CHENGAN Joovalen
Vice Chairperson: Mr. GEOFFROY Louis Mario
Permits and Business Monitoring Committee
as from 15 September 2016
Chairperson: Mr. LUCHMUN Rajiv Kumar
Ethics Committee
Chairperson: Mr. LUCHMUN Rajiv Kumar
Vice Chairperson: Mr. SOLA Khousraj
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Committees held in year 2016
Permits and
Business Monitoring Committee
Procurement Committee
Executive Committee
Council Meeting
Public Infrastructure
Committee
Public Health
Committee
Ethics Committee
Local Disaster &
Management Committee
Welfare Comittee
January 05, 12, 19, 26
Every Wednesday or Thursday (alternative)
05, 14, 21, 29,
14, 29
February 09, 16, 23 02, 05, 11,
19, 25 26 24 22 15
March 01, 09,
15, 22, 29 03, 10, 18,
23 31 09 16
April 07, 12, 19, 26
01, 07, 14, 22, 27
15, 29 13 01 01
May 03, 10, 17, 24
05 , 13, 20, 27
13, 20 04, 19 04
June 02, 09,
16, 23, 30 02, 09, 16,
23 21, 30 13 23 09
July 05, 12, 20, 28
01, 08, 15, 21, 28
13, 21, 28
08
August 04, 11, 17, 24
04, 11, 19, 25
04, 26 10 30 04
September 01, 15, 22, 29
01, 09 23 09 08 21
October 06, 13, 20, 27
20 21 14, 20
November 03, 09, 17, 24
17 24 23 16 23 30 09
December 01, 09, 15 16, 27 07 01
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6.3 Human Resources
THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF SAVANNE
HUMAN RESOURCES ESTIMATES 2016
Sn Position Title
No. of
Established
Post 2016
Funded
Post 2016
No. in
Post
2016
Male Female
Administration Department
1 Chief Executive 1 1 1 1
2 Deputy Chief Executive 1 1 1 1
3 IT Officer/Systems Administrator 1 1 1 1
4 Assistant Chief Executive 3 3 2 1 1
5 Local Disaster Management
Coordinator(New Grade) 1 1 0
6 Senior Human Resource Officer 1 1 1 1
7 Principal Internal Control Officer 1 1 1 1
8 Internal Control Officer/Senior
Internal Control Officer 1 1 1 1
9 Assistant IT Officer 1 1 1 1
10 Safety and Health Officer/Senior
Safety and Health Officer 1 1 1 1
11 Human Resource Officer 1 1 0
12 Confidential Secretary 2 2 2 2
13 Database Supervisor(Personal) 1 1 1 1
14 Office Management Assistant 3 2 2 1 1
15 Committee Clerk 2 2 2 2
16 Senior Word Processing Operator 1 1 1 1
17 Management Support Officer 11 11 8 3 5
18 Clerical Officer (New Grade) 2 2 0
19 Library Clerk 3 3 3 2 1
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20 Word Processing Operator 1 1 1 1
21 Driver(Heavy Mechanical Unit) 5 5 5 5
22 Receptionist/Telephonist 1 1 1 1
23 Driver 1 1 1 1
24 Head Attendant 1 1 1 1
25 Attendant/Senior Attendant 20 20 15 15
26 Relieving Attendant/Senior
Attendant 2 2 2 2
27 Security Guard 5 5 5 4
TOTAL 77 76 64 41 23
Finance Department
28 Financial Controller 1 1 1 1
29 Principal Accountant 1 0 0
30 Accountant/Senior Accountant 1 1 1 1
31 Principal Financial Officer 1 1 1 1
32 Financial Officer/Senior Financial
Officer (FO/SFO) 4 4 3 3
33
Procurement & Supply
Officer/Senior Procurement Supply
Officer
1 1 0
34 Purchasing& Supply
Officer(Personal) 2 2 2 2
TOTAL 11 10 8 3 5
Public Infrastructure Department
35 Head, Public Infrastructure Dept 1 1 0
36 Civil Engineer 1 1 1 1
37 Chief Inspector of Works 1 1 1 1
38 Senior Inspector of Works 1 1 0
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39 Inspector of Works 2 2 1 1
40 Assistant Inspector of Works 1 1 1 1
41 Foreman 1 1 1 1
42 Chief Tradesman(Electrician) 1 1 1 1
43 Field Supervisor, Road
Works(Personal) 1 1 1 1
44 Electrician 2 2 2 2
45 Mason 2 2 2 2
46 Mechanic 1 1 1 1
47 Painter 1 1 1 1
48 Plumber& Pipe Fitter 1 1 1 1
49 Carpenter 1 1 1 1
50 Welder 1 1 1 1
51 Plant & Equipment Operator 2 2 2 2
52 Gardener 2 2 2 2
53 Handy Worker (Special Class) 19 19 16 16
54 Tradesman Assistant (Mason) 2 2 2 2
55 Tradesman Assistant(Electrician) 2 2 2 2
56 Tradesman Assistant Mechanic 1 1 1 1
57 Handy Worker 19 19 14 12 2
TOTAL 66 66 56 54 2
Land Use & Planning Department
58 Head, Land Use&Planning Dept 1 1 1 1
59 Planning& Development Officer 1 1 1 1
60 Planning& Development Inspector 2 2 1 1
61 Building Inspector 2 2 2 2
62 Planning& Development Assistant 2 2 2 2
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63 Assistant Building Inspector 1 1 1 1
TOTAL 9 9 8 8
Public Health Department
64 Chief Health Inspector 1 1 1 1
65 Principal Health Inspector 1 1 1 1
66 Senior Health Inspector 2 2 2 2
67 Health Inspector 9 9 9 5 4
68 Field Supervisor(Scavenging) (Roster) 9 9 9 9
69 Driver (Heavy Mechanical
Unit)(Roster) 3 3 0
70 Driver(Roster) 12 10 8 8
71 Burial Ground Attendant(Roster) 17 17 16 16
72 Refuse Collector(Roster) 100 100 98 97 1
73 Lorry Loader(Personal) 3 3 3 3
TOTAL 157 157 149 144 5
Welfare Department
74 Principal Welfare Officer 1 1 1 1
75 Senior Welfare Officer 1 0 0
76 Welfare Officer 1 1 1 1
77 Infant School Teacher 3 3 3 3
TOTAL 6 5 5 1 4
Part Timers
78 Part Time Village Hall Attendant 1 1 1 1
79 Village Hall/TV Attendant 11 11 11 11
80 Sewing Teacher 5 5 5 5
TOTAL 17 17 17 12 5
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FILLING OF VACANCIES FOR YEAR 2016
The recruitment exercise for all Local Authorities is carried out by the Local Government
Service Commission
Post No of persons recruited Male Female
Tradesman’s Assistant (Mechanic) 1 1
Plumber and Pipe Fitter 1 1
Handy Worker 15 13 2
Field Supervisor (Scavenging)(Roster) 1 1
IT Officer/Systems Administrator 1 1
Safety and Health Officer/Senior Safety
and Health Officer 1 1
Assistant Chief Executive 1 1
Assistant Building Inspector 1 1
Handy Worker (Special Class) 1 1
Human Resource Management Officer 1 1
Refuse Collector (Roster) 2 2
Burial Ground Attendant (Roster) 2 2
Driver (Roster) 4 4
Office Management Assistant 1 1
Planning and Development Inspector 1 1
RETIREMENT FOR YEAR 2016
Post No of persons retired Male Female
Burial Ground Attendant (Roster) 2 2
Driver (HMU) 1 1
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Handy Worker (Special Class) 2 2
Refuse Collector (Roster) 2 2
Attendant/Senior Attendant 1 1
Senior Inspector of Works 1 1
DECEASED DURING YEAR 2016
Post No of persons deceased Male Female
Refuse Collector (Roster) 1 1
6.4 Information Technology Section
The GPS/GIS System has been implemented and is available to the Public Health, Planning and
Works Departments to be used. Also, training has been provided to staffs about how to use the
system. Further training can also be provided by the supplier upon request.
The e-Biz System is also starting to be operational for the Store. Training will be provided to staff in
order to use make of the System to procure materials and services.
The Trade Fee Exemption amendment has also been implemented to enable the issue of
Exemption Certificates to eligible Business Operators.
New PC’s and Laptops have been provided to staffs of the District Council.
The eCitizen platform and the Citizen Support Portal that allows the Council to record and follow
public complaints has been started as a pilot project at the Council.
In order to continue to improve the IT Infrastructure within the Council, the IT Section is focusing on
procuring other hardware in order to improve the efficiency and decrease the running cost of the
Council.
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6.5 Finance
The Finance Department is headed by the Financial Controller Mr. M. N Rungasamy which is
comprised of the following sections:
(1) Income
(2) Expenditure
(3) Accounts
(4) Pay Administration
(5) Store and purchasing
The functions of the Finance Department include amongst others:
(a) Delivery of programmes as laid down in the Programme Based Budget (PBB)
(b) Ensure sound financial control
(c) Preparation of salary and other benefits
(d) Financial Administration
(e) Collection of Local rates and other fees
(f) Budget Preparation of the Council
(g) Ensure that the resources allocated to the Departments are used judiciously
(h) Payment to suppliers for goods and services
(i) Collection of Revenue including arrears
(j) Close monitoring of expenditure
(k) Undertaking purchases for the Council
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6.6 Public Health
This department is under the responsibility of the Chief Health Inspector. It comprises of the
following sections: markets; Refuse collection service; cemeteries and trade fee.
Scavenging
This is an in-house service available in 17 villages within the Council’s jurisdiction. Currently, a
fleet of 11 lorries together with a Bell Loader, is available to cater for such services. Scavenging is
performed on a weekly basis while commercial zones at Chemin Grenier and surinam receive it
twice a week.
Cemeteries
There are 6 cemeteries and 12 cremation grounds within the Council’s administrative area.
Markets and Fairs
The Council operates 5 markets and 5fairs within its jurisdiction.
The following reflects the tasks performed by the Public Health Department during year 2016:
Refuse collection from 22,000 households once weekly in 17 villages.
Collection of waste at Ganga Talao 24 hours service in connection with Maha Shivaratree
Festival
Collection of E-waste in 17 villages
Collection of bulky waste in 17 villages. The clean–up campaign and collection of bulky
waste in the 17 villages carried out on 3 occasions
Rodent control carried out 3 times during the year.
Length of open drains cleaned during the year approximately: 9088 meters
Cleaning of open drains at Morcellement Tagore L’Escalier, Morcellement Savannah Camp
Diable, Batimarais, Riviere des Anguilles, Morcellement VRS Grand Bois, Morcellement
Gris Gris Bel Ombre, Baie du Cap approximately 9088 meters.
Number of wastelands cleaned during the year approximately: 145
Number of notices issued:
I. Eyesore Abatement Notice: 28
II. Warning Notice: 35
Administration of 6 (six) cemeteries and 12 (twelve) cremation grounds.
Effected late night burials. Sale of land prohibited in cemeteries.
Administration of 5 markets and 5 fairs.
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Invitation for Expression of Interest for occupation of vacant stalls at Riviere des Anguilles
new market fair, Chemin Grenier fair, Surinam fair, Grand Bois fair, L’Escalier market and
fair.
Drawing of lots for vegetable section, cake, and haberdashery covered and uncovered
section
Recovery of arrears through summary process 56 cases
6.7 Welfare
The Welfare Department is headed by the Principal Welfare Officer Mr. F. Cheddee. This
department provides services to the citizens in the field of education, culture, sports & leisure. The
achievements of the Welfare Department are as follows:
Date Activity
11.01.16 Resumption of studies Pre-Primary Schools & Sewing classes run by the Council
04.02.16 Working session with officials from the Province of Shandong (City of Shandong and Benxi)
06.02.16 Launching of 1st Division Regional Football Tournament (partners: AML/Savanne MFA/District Council Savanne)
07.02.16 Vital Cross Country League 2nd Leg sponsored by the Council of St Felix
07.02.16 Remittance of cheques in connection with Thaipoosam Cavadee held on 21 January 2016
17.02.16 Working sessions with representatives of Chinese delegations from the provinces of Shandong and Benxi followed by lunch at Tamassa Hotel
04.03.16 Preparation/facilities to be offered in connection with Maha Shivratree festival to be held on 07 March 2016
09.03.16 Culinary competition for staff and female Councillors in the Council Room in the context of the International Women’s Day
11.03.16
Flag raising ceremony at the District Council Head Office and cultural programme with the participation of the pre-primary schools of Riviere du Poste and Bois Cheri.
Remittance of cash prize and certificate of participants for the culinary competition held on 09.03.16
Remittance of cash prize and shield to laureate Cambridge HSC October/November 2015 Examination
Special award to sponsors and volunteers for their participation in the International Day for persons with disabilities organised at Bois Cheri
15.03.16 Hosting of football match organised by MSSSA
09.04.16 Simulation exercise for torrential rain and flooding at Bel Ombre
10.04.16 Laying of foundation stone ceremony of Riviere des Anguilles Village Hall
07.05.16 Launching of Republic Cup 2016
Fixtures: 08, 14, 15 , 17, 21, 22, 24, 29, 30 May; 02 and 05 June Final
12.06.16 Cultural programme and prize giving ceremony at Bel Ombre
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18.06.16 Preparation for Relay Marathon organised by ADC and Relay Marathon Inter-Village organised by the Council
19.06.16 Organisation/participation Marathon Relay – ADC
06.08.16 Tournois International de Foot U11 & U13 portion of two teams from Ste Suzanne
20.08.16 Eid Celebration at Camp Diable
26.08.16 Remittance of Blood Pressure Monitors at Riviere des Anguilles
28.08.16 Athletic Day at Chamouny
24.09.16 Celebration of Centenarian (Mrs Marie Andrea ADELAIDE of Riambel)
05.10.16 International Day for old persons – recreational activity for old persons at Belle Vue, organised by Southern Old People Association sponsored by this Council
16.10.16
Launching of Inter-Village Football Tournament at Souillac (opening match between Riviere du Poste and St Aubin)
Fixtures: 22 October, 23 October, 05 November, 06 November, 12 November, 13 November, 20 November, 26 November and 27 November
21.10.16 Assist in the organization of the centenarian celebration of Miss Marie Bernesia LAVILLE (Inmate of F. Babooram Ashram, Chemin Grenier)
01.11.16 Organisation of Divali Nite at Bois Cheri
11.11.16
Inauguration of Riviere des Anguilles Village Hall
Conferment of Honorary Citizenship upon theMinister of Local Government, Dr. The Hon Mohammad Anwar Husnoo, MBChB, Dch, MRCP
Mr. Jacques D’Unienville, Chief Executive Officer, Omnicane
14.12.16
Socio-cultural and recreational activities at Bois Cheri
Inauguration of lighting tower
Football match between Bois Cheri and Grand Bois
Laying of foundation stone of Mini Sports Complex
Band performance
16.12.16 Remittance of cheque & tracksuit to winner team Inter Village Football Tournament 2016 at Belle Vue, Chemin Grenier
17.12.16 Remittance of cheque and tracklist/to Runner-up team
Intervillage football tournament 2016 at Riviere des Anguilles Village Hall
23.12.16 Lunch offered to handicapped children of the South. Venue: The District Council Head Office
26.12.16 End of activity for staff at Avalon Golf Ltd
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6.8 Land Use and Planning
The Land Use & Planning Department is headed by Mr. D. Koonjul, Head, Land Use & Planning Department.
Key functions:
1. Process applications for Building and land Use Permits within the legal time frame
2. Monitor Development
3. Attend promptly to complaints
4. Take legal action against unlawful development.
Main Legislative Framework:
1. Local Government Act 2011
2. Town and Country Planning Act 1954
3. Planning and Development Act 2004
4. Building Control Act 2012
5. Environment Protection Act 2002
Challenges:
1. Ensure that 100% applications are determined within legal time frame
2. Ensure that all development are carried out as per approved plans.
3. Protecting the Environment Sensitive Areas and also the Coastal zone against climate
change issues and unlawful development.
4. Provide accurate information on National Interest projects such as smart cities and Property
Development Scheme.
5. Encouraging the District Council of Savanne Residents to be law abiding citizens when it
comes to development.
Applications received during 2016:
Residential 511
Commercial 121
Excision/Subdivision of land 180
Industrial 40
Outline Planning Permission 4
Services 19
Sui Generis 36
Electric Motor 18
Total 929
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Complaints, Enforcement and Legal Cases
Complaint Received 578
ELAT 38
District Court 17
Supreme Court 12
Intermediate Court 29
6.9 Public Infrastructure
In the absence of a Head, Public Infrastructure Department, this department is headed by Mr. M.
S. Chadee, Civil Engineer. The services offered are:
(i) Repairs, maintenance, resurfacing and construction of roads, which are not classified.
(ii) Maintenance of road traffic signs, street name plates and village name plates.
(iii) Repairs and maintenance of bridges and handrails.
(iv) Repairs and maintenance of street lighting within the District.
(v) Repairs, maintenance and construction of footways, drains, gutters and pavements.
(vi) Repairs and maintenance of District Council’s buildings
1. The Lighting Section
The lighting section deals with:
a. Maintenance of street lighting.
b. Improvement of street lighting – installation of poles and lanterns in the District Council of
Savanne area.
c. Maintenance and improvement to electrical installation in the Council’s public gardens,
markets, sports grounds and village halls premises.
d. Provide street illumination either across or along roads during festive periods.
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2. The Workshop
The workshop ensures regular maintenance, servicing and minor repairs of the Council’s vehicles
and equipment used by various departments of the Council.
Under year 2016, the following have been accomplished:
Lighting
SN No. of Lamps fixed in Villages 2013 2014 2015 2016
1. Benares 5 8 5 6
2. Bois Cheri 8 10 34 25
3. Britannia 33 21 24 24
4. Camp Diable 14 38 3 7
5. Chamouny 4 13 21 6
6. Chemin Grenier 6 77 10 11
7. Grand Bois 16 54 17 15
8. L’Escalier 16 19 75 6
9. La Flora 6 43 15 10
10. Riv Des Anguilles 11 32 15 9
11. Riv Du Poste 8 9 7 1
12. St Aubin 5 17 2 12
13. Souillac 36 34 32 31
14. Tyack 15 37 27 54
15. Bel Ombre 5 4 6 4
16. Baie du Cap 11 4 13 4
17. Surinam 15 80 12 68
18. Grand Bassin (Bassin Blanc) 45 76
TOTAL 214 554 318 369
CFL Bulbs 2016 – 2,550
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Roads
- Spreading of Crusher Run: 463.650 tons
- Patching: 259.20 tons asphalt
Drains
- Cleaning of drains: 1,350m
Projects
Baie du Cap
- Construction of Cloakroom at Baie du Cap football ground
Bel Ombre
- Upgrading of Village Hall at Bel Ombre
Benares
- Construction of shelter
Bois Cheri
- Lighting and electrical installation at football ground
- Extension of street lighting
Britannia
- Supply & fixing of equipment for children garden at Morc VRS
- 2 Tarpaulins & 30 Plastic chairs for Colmar Sub Hall
Camp Diable
- Provision of bleachers + covering & fencing one side
- Upgrading of existing children garden
Chamouny
- Covering of 2 bleachers 15m x 3.5m
- Fencing at Chamouny football ground
Chemin Grenier
- Extension of street lighting
- Handrails at Camp Barbe
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Grand Bois
- Extension of lighting
- Placing of 1 pole + conductors - near Salim Maudarbux Old Savanne Road
L'Escalier
- Construction of children playground at Morc VRS 2 (Fencing + 2 children equipment)
- Fixing of roller shutters at market
La Flora
- Lighting of football ground
Riviere du Anguilles
- Construction of Village hall
- Accessories for the Village Hall namely procurement for painting, plumbing and
electrical works to be done in house against payment of overtime + Committee table &
chairs, table tennis
- Supply and fixing of handrails at market fair
Riviere du Poste
- Upgrading of Village hall and Pre Primary School
- Waterproofing works on part of roof of post office in yard of Village Hall
St Aubin
- Lighting + connection fee
- Hardware materials for renovation
- Construction of kiosk and 2 benches in Cite-Children's playground in Cite and 2
benches in the yard of village hall
Souillac
- Lighting of football ground
- Fencing on one side of football ground 3m high
Surinam
- Street Lighting + connection fee
- Purchase of led lanterns
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Tyack
- Upgrading of children garden
- Extension of street lighting
6.10 Safety & Health Section
1. Safety and Health Inspections
From June 2016 and December 2016, Safety and Health Inspections have been done in the
markets, village halls, and cemeteries under the jurisdiction of the District Council of Savanne. The
purpose of these inspections is to identify hazards and risks which can lead to injury / illness and to
provide appropriate control measures to eliminate or reduce the risks posed by these hazards.
These sites will be regularly inspected in order to ensure that the existing hazards have been dealt
with and to identify any new hazard.
2. Risk Assessment
Risk Assessments of refuse collection and of the head office has been done. Risk Assessments
are very important as they form an integral part of good occupational health and safety
management plan. They help to:
• Create awareness of hazards and risks,
• Identify who may be at risk (employees, cleaners, visitors, contractors, members of the
public etc),
• Determine if existing control measures are adequate or if more should be done,
• Prevent injuries or illness when done at the design or planning stage,
• Prioritize hazards and control measures.
3. Vaccination against Hepatitis B
Vaccines against Hepatitis B were purchased and a vaccination programme was set up with the
Rose Belle Vaccination Centre. The first vaccination session was done in December 2016 for the
targeted manual grades. Till date four vaccination sessions has been done and more sessions will
be done this year.
4. Fire Drill
A fire drill was done on the 28th December 2016 for the Head Office and Store/Planning/Works
department. Fire drills will be carried out at least once yearly.
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5. Survey of Fire Extinguishers
A survey concerning the total number of fire extinguishers available, their current working condition
was done in all markets, village halls, and infants’ schools was started. The survey has been
completed and a list including the quantity of extinguishers required and those that needs to be
serviced has been made and sent to the concerned department for the purchase and servicing.
6. Safe System of Work
Safety procedures concerning refuse collection were already in place. New procedures have been
developed.
7. Training
Training has been done for field supervisors (health department), carpenters, welder and handy
workers. Training will be done for refuse collectors in 2017.
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8.0 ACTIVTIIES ORGANISED DURING YEAR 2016
Divali Nite @ Bois Cheri
Inauguration of children playground @ La Flora
Planting of fruit a pain
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Relais Marathon 2016
Inauguration of Riviere des Anguilles Social Hall
Social gathering at Camp Diable
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Souillac computer room
Simulation exercise @ Bel Ombre
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Football tournament U13
Environment Day @ St Aubin
Election of District Council Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
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8.0 GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS
Local Authorities are governed by the Local Government Acts of 2011 as amended to enforce
other Acts and Regulations as hereunder:
(i) Market, and Fair Regulations
(ii) Foods Act
(iii) Health & Safety Act
(iv) Road Act
(v) Local Government Service Commission Regulations
(vi) Labour Act
(vii) Town and Country Planning Act
(viii) Building and Control Act
(ix) Morcellement Act
(x) Rivers & Canals Act
(xi) Procurement Act (2006)
(xii) Business & Facilitation Act
(xiii) Cemetery Regulations
(xiv) Trade Fee Regulations
(xv) Environmental Regulations
9.0 CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
All procurement exercises have been carried out in all transparency as per the Public procurement
Act (2006) and its regulations.
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10.0 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
2015 Income JAN - JUNE 2016
Rs Rs Rs
130,947,000 Government Grant in aid 66,075,260
1,338,890 Investment Income -
18,381,080 Fees - Twelfth Schedule 9,447,700
2,715,900 Market fees 1,216,000
1,076,375 Bus Toll fee 515,300
5,958,635 Other Income 2,037,427
160,417,880 79,291,687
Expenditure
88,502,177 Staff Costs 47,393,299
19,172,111 Supplies and Services 9,975,475
5,223,330 Transport Costs 3,141,036
11,126,024 Administrative Costs 5,228,704
4,376,594 Social and Cultural Activities 1,812,469
1,819,159 Grants and Subsidies 1,211,330
150,000 Contribution to Associations 65,000
5,913,387 Pensions and Gratuities 4,592,510
3,128,158 Office Expenses 1,048,879
896,070 Insurance Costs 514,700
72,501 Others 44,425
Add Opening Stock 530,496
(530,496) Less Closing Stock (1,106,727)
328,168 Car Loan Fund 142,020
191,982 MCP Capitalised 22,170
219,766 Capitalisation of recurrent expenditure 69,081
900,000 Passage Fund -
10,710,193 Pension Fund 5,928,933
2,725,513 Provision for bad debts 591,905
(154,924,635) (81,205,704)
5,493,245 Revenue Surplus/(Deficit) (1,914,017)
Tr to Deposit:
(150,000) Inspection & Audit Fees
(53,799) Name Plates & Signs
(432,000) Grants to VCS -
(884,233) Tr to Other Balance: Provision for MCP 657,830 (657,830)
3,973,213 Surplus c/f/(Deficit) c/f (2,571,847)
STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
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2015 Jan - June 2016
Rs Rs Rs
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
130,947,000 Cash received from Grants-in-aid 66,435,908
15,815,970 Cash received from fees – 12th Schedule 8,195,690
2,273,249 Cash received from fees – 10th Schedule 896,897
3,478,556 Cash received from other sources 2,834,951
1,867,250 Cash received from markets & fairs 444,400
969,375 Cash received from bus toll fees 463,100
(49,904,616) Cash payments to Sup/Contractors etc. (23,799,735)
(93,915,832) Cash paid to and on behalf of employees (51,531,668)
11,530,952 Net Cash inflow from operating activities 3,939,543
RETURN ON INVESTMENT
AND SERVICING OF FINANCE
1,335,581 Interest received on investment (820)
48,873 Interest received on car loan 24,955
1,384,454 Net Cash inflow from ROI & SOF 24,135
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
11,938,361 Investments 6,080,838
15,516,963 Capital Outlay 9,329,679
(399,933) Refund of car loan & Sale of vehicles (203,627)
615,000 Car Loan -
(27,670,391) Net Cash (outflow) from investing activities (15,206,890)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
11,334,720 Government Grants/N.D.U 3,514,850
15,000,000 Disinvestment
26,334,720 Net Cash inflow from financing activities 3,514,850
11,579,735 INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN CASH/BANK (7,728,362)
Cash Flow Statement For Six Months Ended 30 June 2016
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Capital
Fund
General
Fund
Passage
Fund
Pension
Fund
Rs Rs Rs Rs
Balance as at 01.01.2016 321,621,305 19,678,134 9,585,594 62,599,062
Addition to fund 5,419,985 802,507
Fund applied (6,891,319) (1,117,197)
Transfers to/from Income & Exp. (2,571,847) 5,928,933
Contra Entries 6,891,319
Transfers to other accounts (105,431) (11,474)
Transfers from other accounts 151,215
Balance as at 30.06.2016 326,935,859 16,931,338 9,585,594 68,527,995
Movement in Funds For Period Ended 30 June 2016
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Notes to the Accounts For Six Months Ended 30 June 2016
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
(i) The Accounts have been prepared on a historical cost basis.
(ii) Expenses and Income have been accounted on an accrual basis with provision made for bad
debts.
(iii) Closing Stock as at 30 June 2016 has been computed on a first in first out method and
disclosed on the face of the financial statements.
(v) No Depreciation has been provided on Capital Outlay in this financial statements same as in
previous years
2. ACCOUNTING PERIOD
The Accounts have been prepared for six months ending 30 June 2016 with comparative
figures being given for the year 2015.
3. FIXED ASSETS
Capital Outlay
Rs
Balance b/f (01.01.2016)
305,328,862
Add Prior Year Adjustment
2,396
District Council Capital Outlay [refer to ( i) & ( ii) below]
9,329,679
Balance c/f (30.06.2016)
314,660,938
(i) District Council Capital Outlay
Rs Rs
Balance b/f (01.01.2016)
305,328,862
Add Prior Year Adjustment
2,396
Accruals 2014 Capitalised
6,000
Accruals 2015 Capitalised
405,041
General Fund
706,156
GRANT 3.2M Capital Urban & Rural
Development Project
165,522
Capital Grant Mahashivaratree LED
lantern
500,000
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LDF 2014-Rs 14m
264,168
Government Grant-Urban and Rural
Renovation Projects-Rs2.5m
714,707
LIF-Capital Projects 2013
2,259,480
LDF 2015-16 Capital
2,979,736
Capital Fund Partitioning work
Planning Department
7,705
NDU-Embelishment works at Bois
Cheri Capital
45,166
Deposit Capital VRS, GPSDC & Name
Plates
844,632
MCP Previous Capital
340,115
MCP JAN-JUNE 2016 Capital
22,170
Capitalised
69,081
9,329,679
314,660,938
(ii) District Council Capital Outlay
Analysis
2015 Jan-June 2016
Rs Rs
Land and Building
2,831,596
2,865,992
Plant and Equipment
309,491
499,747
Infrastructure
12,375,875
5,963,941
Total
15,516,963
9,329,679
4. LONG TERM INVESTMENT
Rs
Pension Fund at SICOM
67,659,654
5. INVESTMENT
Rs
General Fund & Deposit
30,000,000
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Car Loan
846,632
General Fund re: pension
150,000
Passage Fund
3,513,134
4,509,766
Total
34,509,766
Investment includes Rs 30,000,000 invested in Bramer Asset Management which is in
receivership. The money has not yet been paid over to the Council.
6. OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
Rs
Stock
1,106,727
Debtors
20,058,126
Savings A/C & Current A/Cs
18,199,649
Total
39,364,502
7. CAPITAL FUND
consists of
Rs
Applied Fund
320,106,149
Unapplied Fund
6,829,710
Total
326,935,859
8. GENERAL FUND
consists of
Rs
Renewal Fund
1,330,575
Revenue Reserve
14,604,131
General Fund Pension
150,000
Car Loan Fund
846,632
Total
16,931,338
9. STAFF & PENSION COST
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Rs
Basic Salary
32,409,742
Salary Adjustment/Compensation
905,302
Allowances
1,967,306
Cash in lieu of leave/Sick Leave Credits
3,456,430
End of Year Bonus
-
Travelling and Transport
3,715,965
Overtime
2,389,598
Staff Welfare
-
Passage Benefits
985,550.17
Contribution to NSF/National Pension
Fund etc.
702,140
Contr. to Family Protection Scheme
748,294
Contr. to Pension Fund
5,928,933
Pension & Gratuity
4,273,684
Total
57,482,945
10. PENSION FUND
Pension Fund has been accounted as per the requirements of section 81 the Local Government
Act 2011.
Reports of the fund had been submitted without accounting for the Council's share of the
Pension transferred to SICOM by the Grand Port Savanne District Council. Any adjustment to
the fund will be made upon receipt of
a comprehensive report from SICOM.
11. ACCRUALS
Accrued sums for Period Jan-June 2016 had been accounted in the respective expenditure
items within the Statement of Income and Expenditure for Period Ended 30 June 2016.
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2015
6 Months to 30
June 2016
Fixed Assets Rs Rs Rs
305,328,862 Capital Outlay 314,660,938
Other Long Term Asset
61,730,721 Investment Pension Fund 67,659,654
Current Assets
530496.11 Stock 1,106,727
18,441,294 Debtors 20,058,126
34,358,551 Investment 34,509,766
25,747,730 Cash at Bank and in hand 18,199,649
79,078,071 73,874,268
Less Current Liabilities
17,468,086 Deposits 17,996,826
5,194,028 Creditors due less than one year 3,677,655
7,046,312 Provision for bad debts 7,575,980
(29,708,426) (29,250,462)
49,369,645 Net Current Assets 44,623,806
416,429,229 Net Assets 426,944,398
Financed by
321,621,305 Capital Fund 326,935,859
19,678,134 General Fund 16,931,338
341,299,440 343,867,197
Long Term Liability
323,145 Creditors due more than one year 2,124,256
Provisions
62,599,062 Pension Fund 68,527,995
9,585,594 Passage Fund 9,585,594
2,621,989 Other Balances 2,839,357
74,806,645 80,952,946
416,429,229 Capital Employed 426,944,398
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30.06.16
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THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF SAVANNE
BUDGET 2015 AND JANUARY TO JUNE 2016
PART A: STRATEGIC NOTE
Council’s policies would be set to improve the provision of services to the inhabitants of its area
and to enhance its capacity building in providing more effective and efficient services in an
economical way. Our way forward is to have an environmental friendly region while maintaining
and enhancing the infrastructure base in all the 17 villages falling under Council’s responsibility.
Our Council would continue to strive to increase its outputs with the appropriate combination of
inputs. The way forward will for sure come to a halt without additional revenue. With this
perspective Council would have to take the opportunity of implementing revenue generating
projects while seeking new sources of income to increase its revenue generating capacity. Council
would continue to work in partnership with profitable economic operators within its region with a
view of developing further its administrative area.
I. Major Achievements for 2016
Construction of Village Hall at Riviere des Anguilles
Maintenance and upgrading of Drains in all villages within Council’s jurisdiction
Maintenance of several roads in the villages falling under the responsibility of
Council
Extension of street lighting network and maintenance of street lighting within
Council’s jurisdiction
Provision of scavenging services to all households on a weekly basis and
commercial units on a daily basis
Cleaning of barelands found in Council’s area
Implementation of programmes towards elimination of rodents mainly in public
places within Council’s area
Contributed towards elimination of poverty in our area by providing social aids to
needy people mainly those who had suffered material losses and having to undergo
costly medical treatment
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Upgrading and maintenance of children gardens and sports grounds with a view of
providing better facilities
Provided improved library service to users in our region
Fully involved in international sports competition
Providing financial support to sport elites and organizations of the South to promote
sports in our region.
Organised football competition at village level with the participation of all villages
falling under Council’s responsibility.
Organised successful male and female relay marathon competition with the
participation of athletes from different local authorities.
Participated in petanque competition held at Souillac involving competitors from
different region of the country.
Leading and supporting the Women Association in its activities in promoting gender
equality and women’s participation in all spheres of life.
II. Major Constraints and Challenges and how they are being addressed
Lack of man power to implement the different strategies and to achieve the goals
and objectives of the Council.
Shortage of plant and equipment to achieve the expected output of public
infrastructure work.
Shortage of support officers to perform post monitoring control of economic
operation and land development in our region.
Insufficient fund to finance re current maintenance and operational activities.
The South has been a region whereby lesser development had taken place thus
there is a constant cry for developments such as a football stadium inclusive of
athletic tracks, a swimming pool, a national library, highways and coastal road.
Provision of these amenities is of upmost importance; hence Council is faced with
the challenges of meeting those wishes of the people of the South.
Council is striving hard in effectively achieving its objectives and level of outputs
with the inputs available.
In view of meeting above challenges Council had made provision in its 2016
budget for additional staff and acquisition of plant and equipment with a view of
improving its deliverables to the inhabitants of the South.
Striving to increase its revenue potential in the years to come.
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Strategic Direction - 2017
Council’s way forward is to provide more effective and efficient services to the inhabitants of its
administrative area. Council would find opportunities of implementing revenue generating projects
and finding new sources of income to increase its revenue base. With a view of developing our
region at a higher pace Council will continue its efforts of working in partnership with the profitable
economic operators within its jurisdiction.
Priority Objectives and Major services to be provided for 2017
THE ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE DEPARTMENTS
Priority Objective: Providing value for money services to the inhabitants of the 17 villages
falling under the responsibility of the Council during 2017.
Major Services: Exercising relevant administrative and financial duties and control to
ensure that the required services under the Local Government are provided to the Citizens
of the South which meet their needs.
THE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE DEPARTMENT
Priority Objective: Provide quality works in respect of all infrastructure works within
Council’s area.
Major Services: To repair and maintain roads, drains, street lighting, buildings and other
infrastructures which fall under the responsibility of the Council.
THE LAND USE AND PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Priority Objective: Council’s objective is to have an orderly and harmonious development
in its region for the benefit of all inhabitants.
Major Services: Issue building and land use permit to applicants for planned development
in our area while exercising full control on all development taking place therein.
THE PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
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Priority Objective: Ensure Council’s area is clean and inhabitants live in sound and
healthy conditions.
Major Services: The Public Health Department provides refuse collection service, is
responsible for cleaning of drains and barelands, managing and operating cemeteries,
cremation grounds and markets & fairs. Moreover it has to ensure that public toilets are
kept clean and operational, implement programmes to control rodents and pests and
perform herbicide spraying works in public places in our region. In addition the Public
Health Department issues clearances for trade fees and occasional licences to economic
operators within our jurisdiction.
THE WELFARE DEPARTMENT
Priority Objective: The Council’s objective under this Department is to promote sports
among the inhabitants of the South, develop education at grass root level and involve in
social cultural development of its citizens.
Major Services: Plan, organise and implement different sports, social, cultural and
educational activities for the people of the South all year round.
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11.0 TRENDS AND CHALLENGES
(a) Trends
An appraisal of the performance of the Council in the delivery of services reveals the following:
Strengths:
1. The Council is geared by a team of dedicated Councillors who are striving for the welfare
and betterment of the residents in the administrative area of Savanne.
2. The Administration is managed by experienced cadres.
3. The administrative area comprises of various touristic venues such as Gris Gris, Rochester
Falls, Telfair Garden, Ganga Talao, all of which attract more and more tourists in its area.
4. The Gris Gris public beach is renowned worldwide and attracts both local and foreign
visitors all the year through.
5. Opening of Village Hall at Riviere des Anguilles.
6. The area is equipped with various amenities providing sports and leisure facilities to its
residents.
Weaknesses:
1. Vacant posts not filled are affecting the smooth running of the Council.
2. Part of the fleet of scavenging and street lighting lorries needs to be renewed.
3. Restrained mobility among staff within District Council administration.
4. The administrative area is extensive.
5. There are few economic operators within the area.
Opportunities
1. The area is expanding and is attracting more and more residents and investors.
2. Various IRS projects are emerging within the administrative area.
3. The south of the island is more or less intact and preserves intact its pristine beauty.
4. Use of framework agreements to minimise cost in procurement of certain goods
5. Segregation and composting of waste to reduce load of wastes transported to landfill
stations.
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Threats
1. Central Government reducing grants.
2. Proliferation of illegal sellers in the administrative area.
3. Economic operators may show reluctance to pay the relevant fees due unfair competition
caused by the presence of illegal sellers.
Challenges
We are living in a world which has become a global village whereby the Council is also called upon
to innovate and adapt in order to meet rising aspirations.
Service delivery is expected to be improved/accelerated within tighter schedules and at lesser cost
implication.
The administrative area is expanding rapidly with the development of new morcellement and
advent of developments. This will put further stress on our road networks as well as scavenging
service with static staff and limited resources.
The Council is also considering to set up a new market fair at Chemin Grenier for which land
should be acquired at Camp Charlot.
The construction of new village halls where required is expected to provide a convivial venue for
meetings and bring additional leisure activities to the villagers.
