Workshop Introduction and Objectives Mbombela Climate Change Workshop 1 28 August 2015 Mbombela

Purpose of this Workshop  Brief you on the project objectives  Update you on Climate Change science and its relevance to Mbombela  Update you on Climate Change policy developments and legislative requirements for Mbombela  Collectively explore likely Climate Change risks and opportunities in Mbombela  Collectively develop a vision for Climate Change action in the MLM, to inform the MLM Climate Change Policy

Workshop Agenda ITEMTIME Chair 1) Welcome and introductions09:00-09:15 Executive Mayor & Warrick Stewart 2) Climate change 101 – making the case09:15-10:00Paul Jorgensen 3) Overview of the climate change policy landscape10:00-10:30Fred Goede 4)Tea10:30-10:45 5) Policy framework options10:45-11:15Warrick Stewart 6) Development of vision for climate change policy11:15-12:45Warrick Stewart 7)Lunch12:45-13:30 8) Determination of policy objectives and strategic actions13:30-15:00Warrick Stewart 9)Tea15:00-15:15 10) Roles and responsibilities15:15-16:00Warrick Stewart 11) Way forward16:00-16:15Warrick Stewart

Workshop Approach  Flexible  Responsive to participants’ content needs  Ensure we meet the objectives for the day, but we may not be linear in doing so  As participatory as possible  Facilitate input from participants - equitable

Rules for the Workshop  Show personal respect at all times  All questions to be made by a show of hand  Allow people to finish speaking without interruption  Question and inputs limited to 30 seconds, except for report backs  Respect the right to individual opinion  Please switch off cell phones or place them on silent  If you need to leave during proceedings, please do so quietly

Project overview

The Mbombela Local Municipality has initiated a process to develop and implement a policy and strategy to respond to the pressures and threats of climate change. The Municipality appointed SRK Consulting to advise and assist in the development of the climate change policy, strategy and implementation plan.

Project overview Phase 1 Development of Climate Change Response Policy Phase 2 Development of Climate Change Response Strategy Phase 3 Development of Implementation Plan Mid 2016 Workshop 2 Nov 2015 Workshop 2 Mid 2016 Jan 2015 Late 2015 Late 2016 Workshop 1 August 2015 Late 2015 Mid 2016

Climate Change 101 Mbombela Climate Change Workshop 1 27 August 2015 Mbombela

Policy Objectives & Options Mbombela Climate Change Workshop 1 27 August 2015 Mbombela

Policy options

Policy: Document that succinctly informs and guides the fulfilment of an organization’s legal requirements and other commitments (e.g. agreements)

Policy options The purpose of this policy is to clearly specify the municipal roles and responsibilities regarding climate change, guide the identification of strategic actions to fulfil these, and inform related day-to-day operations

Policy options 1 Introduction 1.1 Background 1.2Rationale for and objectives of Policy 1.3Scope of the Policy 2Policy Framework 3Policy Statement 4Roles and Responsibilities 5Way Forward 6References

Policy options Phase 1 Climate Change Response Policy Phase 2 Climate Change Response Strategy Phase 3 Implementation Plan

Policy options Minimum requirements:  To clearly define the Municipality’s legal responsibilities and other obligations regarding Climate Change  To provide guidance to the Municipality when implementing such functions  Serve as a framework for the development of an associated Strategy and Implementation Plan (multi-sectoral and all relevant parties).

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MLM Climate Change Vision Mbombela Climate Change Workshop 1 27 August 2015 Mbombela

Development of a MLM Climate Change Vision

Climate Change Will Reduce Crop Yields in Africa Realistic, credible, attractive future for an organization, community or area. Inspiring picture of a preferred future

Climate Change Will Reduce Crop Yields in Africa Inspire, motivate and be attractive Encourage people to be part of the future that's envisioned

Climate Change Will Reduce Crop Yields in Africa Facilitates commitment and energizes people Creates meaning in citizens' lives Establishes a standard of excellence Bridges the present and the future

Climate Change Will Reduce Crop Yields in Africa Brings focus and clarity to the desired future of the municipality/community/area (and what makes it distinctive) Inspires people to work towards that future Guides people in their decision-making as they reach for this future

Development of a Vision Mbombela Local Municipality’s vision & mission  “A city of excellence”  “A high performing and learning municipality that excels in development facilitation and sustainable service delivery through Batho Pele and sound corporate governance principles”.

Development of a Vision Mbombela Local Municipality’s Core Values TransparencyAccountability HonestyCommitment Excellence to CommunitiesEmpathy PassionSustainability EfficiencySelflessness

Development of a Vision Mbombela Local Municipality’s Development Priorities Water supplyRural development Road infrastructure development and storm waterEconomic development Electricity supply and managementWaste management and greening Integrated human settlementFinancial management and viability Good governance and public participationPublic transport Sanitation/sewerage2010 legacy Community development

Development of a Vision Mbombela Local Municipality’s IDP Objectives To provide infrastructure and sustainable basic services To build strong good governance and institutional arrangements To provide sustainable social amenities to the communities To ensure legally sound financial viability and management To strengthen the delivery of sustainable integrated human settlement and environmental management To maintain and sustain the 2010 legacy projects To initiate strong and sustainable economic development

Development of a Vision Climate Change: Mbombela Local Municipality Write your own short vision for the Mbombela Local Municipality from a Climate Change perspective, remembering the key characteristics of a vision

Development of a Vision Example: Singapore: “To be a climate resilient global city that is well positioned for green growth”. London: “London will become the most climate-resilient city in the world. London’s people, infrastructure and systems are adapting dynamically to its changing climate, and its economy is reaping the rewards of being a world leader in this field”.

Development of a Vision Mission Defines the present state or purpose of an organization; Answers three questions about why an organization exists - WHAT it does WHO it does it for HOW it does what it does

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Way Forward SRK to draft minutes from the workshop and circulate, including presentations SRK to develop draft vision, based on stakeholder inputs. SRK to finalise draft policy for MLM comment and then council- approval SRK to organise workshop for start of Strategy phase for November 2015 Ongoing opportunity for stakeholder input into process