JB Marks Municipality Confirms Uninterrupted Refuse Collection and Launches IDP Public Engagements
- Karen Scheepers
- Apr 1
- 2 min read
The JB Marks Local Municipality has entered a period of heightened administrative and community activity this April 2026. While the Communication Unit has ensured that basic service delivery remains steady during the holiday season, the Executive Mayor has simultaneously called for residents to take an active role in shaping the long-term future of the region through the 5th Generation Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and 2026/2027 Budget process.
Holiday Refuse Removal to Proceed Without Interruption
In a public notice issued on Monday, 30 March 2026, the municipality confirmed that refuse removal services will continue in accordance with the normal schedule during the Good Friday and Easter Monday Public Holidays. All collections, including those scheduled for Mondays and Fridays, will proceed without interruption. Residents are requested to ensure that refuse is placed out for collection on their designated days to help maintain a clean and healthy environment during the festive break.
5th Generation IDP and Budget Consultations Commencing
Beyond immediate service delivery, the Honourable Mayor, Councillor Gaba Thithiba Ka Qhele, has invited the community to participate in the upcoming IDP community engagements. These sessions are a legislative requirement under the South African Constitution and the Municipal Systems Act, designed to foster a culture of participatory governance and ensure the budget reflects actual community needs.
The municipality has released a comprehensive schedule for April 2026, with all meetings set to begin at 17:00 at various local venues:
Wards | Date | Venue |
01, 18, 20 & 27 | Tuesday, 07 April 2026 | Chris Hani Community Hall |
17, 21 & 26 | Wednesday, 08 April 2026 | O.R. Tambo Community Hall |
13, 17 & 21 | Thursday, 09 April 2026 | Promosa Community Hall |
06, 08, 11 & 14 | Monday, 13 April 2026 | Ga-Matlabe Community Hall |
09, 10 & 12 | Tuesday, 14 April 2026 | Govan Mbeki Community Hall |
04, 16 & 19 | Wednesday, 15 April 2026 | Lusaka Community Hall |
02, 03, 05, 07, 15, 22-25, 28 | Thursday, 16 April 2026 | Madiba Banqueting Halls |
29 & 30 | Monday, 20 April 2026 | Extension 02 Community Hall |
32, 33 & 34 | Tuesday, 21 April 2026 | Extension 04 Community Hall |
31 | Wednesday, 22 April 2026 | Goedgevonden Community Hall |
Residents seeking to provide input or wishing to make enquiries regarding the IDP process can contact the IDP Office via Mr. L.R. Madisha or Mr. J. Simango at 018 299 5216. Written submissions can also be directed to the municipal offices at the corner of Wolmarans and Sol Plaatjie Avenue in Potchefstroom. This dual focus on immediate service consistency and future strategic planning underscores the municipality's commitment to its "Marks of Excellence" mandate.
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