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Executive Mayor's Year-end message It is that time of the year when we all have to reflect on our efforts for the past year. For some, it is a time to rejoice with our families and friends and rekindle our relationships. For others, it is a sad time when you remember that you are either orphaned by HIV/Aids or reckless driving and indulgence. Irrespective of what perception and experience we have of this time, for all of us, it is a time to take stock of what our contribution has been to a host of things: be they social, be they individual, and resolve to do even better given another new year. December is a month that reminds us that as we relax and enjoy our holidays, may they not turn into our death warrants. To young and old, black and white, we are faced within our region by spiralling infections of HIV/Aids. My message is to all of us infected and affected, that this is a season of hope. The giver of life extends his warm hands to embrace all of us and we need to accept that gift of life for as long as we breathe. We look forward to the birth of a new year, with new beginnings. Our existence is not a mistake, and may we grow to fulfil our purpose on earth and more so in Mogale. May we reflect on our past year, fuel our energies to make the best of what we were unable to accomplish. To the young, the future has never been brighter for you. However, in order to make the best of your lives, you have to make the right choices. You should also be prepared to work hard in order to achieve your goals. The road to success is often riddled with stumbling blocks that must be overcome; persevere. We are behind you all the way to lend a helping hand. To the grown ups, may your life experiences be used positively to guide the young long their journey into the future. How grown ups conduct themselves has an impact on the young. Let us not spread the message that excessive drinking, neglecting our families and reckless sexual behaviour, is the right way to behave. May you as grown ups also use these life experiences to better your lives. The loss of a job may signal the beginning of your own successful business. The loss of a loved one to a disease like HIV/Aids might result in you becoming an Aids activist, and leading the community in fighting the spread of the disease. Mogale City has endeavoured to make this past year, a year where communities take pride in being co-governors in the affairs of Council. I would urge you to look back at 2002 and commit yourselves to providing a better service to the communities of the West Rand. The health of our community and nation rests on your shoulders, and this is your calling to making our city and region a better place where people enjoy quality of life. I wish all of you a blessed holiday and look forward to an even successful 2003.
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