3) acknowledges that the crisis is now so serious that some residents have not had any refuse collection for more than three weeks and it is clear that the ANC-run Ekurhuleni cannot provide a basic service;
4) recognises that the crisis has now spread to other areas including Katlehong, Kwa-Thema, Springs, Boksburg, Thokoza, Actonville, Jerusalem, Benoni, Delmore, Angelo, Germiston and Alberton;
5) also notes that despite petitions been handed to the Metro and motions tabled, there has been no response from the Mayor, relevant MMC or the Head of Department;