The Pringle Bay Ratepayers’ Association (PBRA) was started in 1967 by the first property owners of Pringle Bay to represent the interests of ratepayers and residents. Today it is a registered Non-profit, Public Benefit Organisation.

Our primary functions are to liaise with the Overstrand Municipality, with whom we enjoy a close relationship and to support local environmental conservation. We represent the community on the local Ward Committee and other consultative bodies. We maintain close contact with local authorities and service providers, particularly on matters affecting ratepayers and residents.

We promote and co-ordinate the development of local volunteer structures and initiatives which benefit the community, e.g. Volunteer Fire Services, Hack Group, camera-based Security, Emergency Medics, Beach Protection. We periodically conduct fundraising activities to support specific needs.

We collaborate with our Pringle Bay Street Watch on issues of a security nature, and we maintain ongoing communication with our local business community.

We initiate, manage and coordinate the development and use of public infrastructure, e.g. the Community Hall and the Fire Station.

We play a significant and influential role in development and environmental conservation in the Hangklip area. We strive to preserve and communicate the traditional values of our urban conservancy, the values that differentiate and attract people to Pringle Bay. We achieve this through education and ongoing communication.

Our primary communication to members consists of a monthly Pringle Messenger which is distributed via email. The Messenger contains updates on the current and most important topics affecting the community. We also host a Facebook page.

We publish The Pringle Post a couple of times a year in magazine format. It consists of interesting articles written by community members on a variety of topics, e.g. nature, history of the area, and local characters.

The Executive Committee consists of 6 to 10 members elected by the community, who then elect the Chair, Vice-chair, Secretary, and Treasurer at the first meeting of the year. Half the sitting members are required to retire annually but may stand for re-election at the AGM. The committee may co-opt additional members on a project or portfolio basis. We are always on the lookout for people who have a passion for Pringle Bay and want to give of their time and energy for the betterment of our community.

The Annual General Meeting takes place in December, which is open to all, members and non-members alike.

Our Constitution sets out our governance structures and procedures, as well as the rights and duties of the PBRA and its members and office-bearers.

Our Vision states:

“Motivated by the unspoiled beauty of our village and surrounds, the warm embracing spirit of its people, our aim is to grow and nurture a life-enriching community who live, work and play in Pringle Bay”

To fulfil our Vision, we believe our primary Goals are:

• To preserve our community’s distinctive cultural & natural heritage and unique lifestyle.
• To promote a sustainable local economy that supports the unique lifestyle of the village.
• To influence orderly and sustainable growth and development supporting the uniqueness of the village.
• To establish and maintain a mutually beneficial partnership with the municipality and politicians to positively influence the provision of reliable and efficient services, to the benefit of the community.
• To secure Pringle Bay Village by developing and implementing a holistic safety and security solution using best practices.