JB Marks Long Weekend Recap: From Road Closures to Market Day Success to Submitting Readings

Karen Scheepers
May 6
3 min read

The long weekend from 1 to 5 May 2025 brought a range of developments across JB Marks Municipality. While many residents took advantage of the public holiday break, key municipal activities continued, including road upgrades, service updates, and economic support events. From license office disruptions and delays in refuse removal to active road closures and a vibrant local market, the municipality maintained essential operations and community engagement efforts throughout the extended weekend.

Road Infrastructure and Works

Peter Mokaba and Chief Albert Luthuli Intersection

On 4 May, road teams made significant progress in paving and applying crushed sand at the intersection of Peter Mokaba and Chief Albert Luthuli Drive. This forms part of a broader infrastructure upgrade and urban improvement program.

Road Closure Alert: 5 May

Albert Luthuli Drive remains closed in all directions at the Beyers Naude and Steve Biko intersections. Roadworks are still in progress, and motorists are advised to use alternate routes until further notice. Watch Facebook Video here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1F8Bd1MZKN/

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Economic Development: Local Market Day Success

On 3 May, JB Marks Local Municipality, in collaboration with the Potchefstroom Tourism Association, hosted a Local Economic Development Market Day at Ikageng Memorial Park.

This event offered a platform for Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) to:

Showcase local products and services
Promote economic growth and entrepreneurship
Strengthen community connections
Attract local and visiting customers

The municipality continues to support such initiatives as part of its vision for sustainable, inclusive economic development and social cohesion.

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Image: JB Marks Local Municipality Official-Page

Licensing Services: Temporary Disruption & Advisory

As per the municipal communication issued on 3 May, licensing services have been temporarily affected due to technical difficulties within the Department of Community Safety and Transport Management.

Normal operations are expected to resume by Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
Residents are advised to check for updates before visiting the license office.

Driver’s License Cards: Delays at National Level

The machine responsible for printing driver’s license cards nationally is currently out of service. This machine processes between 15,000 and 19,000 cards daily, and no timeline has been confirmed for its repair. Residents awaiting their new license cards are advised to apply for a temporary license, which remains valid for six months.

Refuse Removal: Monday Schedule Delays

Refuse collection on Monday began later than usual. Municipal teams confirmed that all scheduled bags on the Monday route would be collected before the end of the day. No changes have been announced for the rest of the week’s collection schedule.

Water and Electricity Readings: Submission Process

Residents can continue submitting their water and electricity readings via email between the 1st and 10th of each month.

How to Submit:

Include your name, account number, address, stand number, and meter readings for water and electricity, along with the date.
Attach clear photos of your meters if possible.

Email Addresses to Use:

Residents may send readings to any of the following:

Upcoming Community Engagement Meeting: 7 May

A reminder to residents across Wards 02, 03, 04, 05, 07, 15, 22, 23, 24, 25, and 28 that the Draft IDP Review and Budget 2025/2026 Community Engagement meeting will take place:

Date: Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Time: 17:00
Venue: Madiba Banqueting Halls

This event offers residents an opportunity to participate in discussions about the municipality's plans and budget for the upcoming financial year. Community input is essential in shaping developmental priorities and guiding service delivery.