CBCRA Management Committee (Manco)
The Camps Bay and Clifton Ratepayers' Association (CBCRA) is guided by a Management Committee (Manco) of dedicated volunteers who contribute their time, expertise and experience to serving the interests of our community. Representing ratepayers on matters affecting our neighbourhoods, Manco works to protect property rights, promote responsible development, conserve our natural environment and hold local authorities accountable. Together, we are committed to preserving the unique character and quality of life of Camps Bay and Clifton for present and future generations.
Our Manco
Chris Willemse - Chair
PLANNING & WARD COMMITTEE
Chris joined the CBCRA in the mid-1990s after successfully opposing a proposed block of flats in a single-residential neighbourhood. The dispute ultimately led to the landmark First Crescent case, CBRRA v Provincial Minister of Planning (6594/98). The experience reinforced his belief in the importance of active civic participation and the need for communities to remain informed and engaged in decisions that affect them. He continues to contribute his extensive experience in planning matters and represents the CBCRA on the Ward Committee.
Richard Bendel — Vice-Chair
WARD COMMITTEE,PLANNING, FINANCE
Richard joined the CBCRA Management Committee in 2012 after recognising an opportunity to contribute his financial expertise to the community. He has since been actively involved in planning, finance and Ward 54 matters and currently also serves as a director of the Camps Bay CID. His years of involvement have given him valuable insight into the challenges facing Camps Bay and the importance of constructive community participation.
Johan van Papendorp
PLANNING & HERITAGE
Johan has called Camps Bay home for four decades, originally drawn by its village-by-the-sea character, schools, open spaces and proximity to the city. His concern about increasing densification and unsympathetic development led him to join the CBCRA Management Committee. With a particular passion for urban design, heritage conservation and quality public spaces, he contributes his time and expertise to protecting the physical and social qualities that make Camps Bay special.
Aleksander Ruzicka
MARKETING & ADVISORY
Aleksander’s family has owned property in Bakoven/Camps Bay since 2004. The welcome they received from the community inspired him to become more actively involved and contribute through the CBCRA. He brings international and South African relationships, resources and a different perspective to community initiatives, with a particular interest in supporting projects that address practical needs and make a meaningful difference to Camps Bay.
Leonard Giuricich
PLANNING & ADVISORY
Leonard’s involvement with the CBCRA has given him first-hand insight into the work required to protect the character and integrity of the neighbourhood. His particular focus is planning and the impact of development on Camps Bay’s infrastructure and public services. He is committed to encouraging responsible development that takes account of residents’ needs while preserving the qualities that make Camps Bay unique.
Michael Smorenburg
CLIFTON & COMMUNICATIONS
Michael’s family connection with Camps Bay extends back more than a century. That history has given him a strong sense of responsibility for protecting the area’s character, natural beauty and heritage as it responds to development pressures. Through the CBCRA, he contributes to community communication and advocacy, with a particular focus on Clifton and on ensuring that growth is managed sensitively for the benefit of residents and future generations.
Alma Horn
MEMBERSHIP & COMMUNICATIONS
Alma combines a commitment to preserving Camps Bay’s unique character with experience in project management, marketing and communications. Her focus is on strengthening membership, improving the CBCRA’s digital presence and ensuring that residents have clear, accessible information about issues affecting the community. She believes effective communication is essential to encouraging participation and enabling residents to engage meaningfully in local civic matters.
Kim Faclier
ADVISORY
Kim brings more than 30 years of experience in real estate across the commercial, residential, industrial and auction sectors. A lifelong Camps Bay resident, she combines extensive industry knowledge with a strong commitment to the community. Her experience and network enable her to contribute practical advice and connections to CBCRA initiatives, with a particular interest in protecting and enhancing the character of Camps Bay.
Michael Morris
ADVISORY
A Camps Bay resident for more than five decades, Michael brings extensive professional and local experience to the CBCRA. A qualified Professional Engineer and MBA graduate with more than 60 years of professional experience, he contributes practical knowledge and perspective to issues affecting residents and the broader community. His involvement reflects a desire to give back to Camps Bay and help ensure that it remains an exceptional place to live.
Ian Morris
FINANCE AND ADVISORY
Ian is a Chartered Accountant and a recent addition to the CBCRA Management Committee. Before retiring, he spent 13 years with a leading international audit practice, followed by 35 years in trade and industry with a major branded-goods distribution company, where he served as CEO for his final 14 years. A Camps Bay resident for 50 years, Ian brings extensive financial, business and leadership experience to the CBCRA and its financial oversight.
Paul Ciapparelli
ADVISORY
Dr Paul Ciapparelli brings extensive experience in medicine, healthcare management and organisational leadership to the CBCRA. He holds an MBChB and an MBA, awarded cum laude, from UCT and also studied at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. After practising as a clinician, he moved into healthcare management, holding senior positions at Groote Schuur and Tygerberg Academic Hospitals. Before retiring, he served as Chief Operational Officer and Group Director: Clinical Services at Tygerberg, as well as CEO during the COVID period. He brings considerable strategic, operational and leadership experience to the CBCRA.
Mukhtar Joonas
ADVISORY
Mukhtar Joonas is the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Mauritius in Cape Town and a Clifton resident. In his consular role, he works to strengthen relations between Mauritius and Cape Town, support the Mauritian community and promote trade, investment, tourism and cultural exchange. He brings to the CBCRA extensive experience in community engagement, relationship-building and liaison across public and private sectors, together with a particular interest in matters affecting Clifton.Why Volunteer for the CBCRA MANCO?
Your neighbourhood. Your voice. Your contribution.
Camps Bay and Clifton are extraordinary places to live, but protecting their unique character, natural environment and quality of life requires ongoing commitment.
The CBCRA is run by volunteers who give their time, experience and expertise to represent the interests of our community. Serving on the Management Committee (MANCO) offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the neighbourhoods we call home.
Whether your interests lie in town planning, heritage, environmental conservation, municipal affairs, communications, finance or community engagement, your skills and perspective can make a difference.
By volunteering, you can help shape the future of Camps Bay and Clifton, contribute to important local decisions, and work alongside others who care about our community.
You don't need to be an expert in everything – just willing to contribute your time, skills and commitment.
Interested in getting involved?
We welcome residents and property owners who would like to contribute to the work of the Association.
SERVE | CONSERVE | PRESERVE
Contact us to find out more about volunteering for the CBCRA MANCO.
