The purpose of the SFBRHOA is to:
1) maintain the riparian open space including canal walls bordering the open space;
2) maintain and develop public harbours and jetties on the canals;
3) maintain and dredge the canal system
4) collect revenue from boat licence sales, mooring rentals, riparian levies and other sources;
5) preserve the environment including ensuring that the design, placement , construction and maintenance of jetties and walls within the canal system are in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations;
6) provide honorary canal wardens to assist the Kouga Municipality with law enforcement on the canals and public open spaces bordering the canals.