IDP and budget meeting: Mayor personally invites the public to attend
Mogale City Local Municipality (MCLM) invites the community to participate in the public meeting for the 2025/ 2026 Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and budget process.
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MCLM communications officer Refilwe Mahlangu confirmed that, in terms of the Municipal Systems Act, the mayor invites the community to attend this public meeting.
This will be for residents in Krugersdorp CBD, Krugersdorp North, Dan Pienaarville, Rant-en-Dal, Noordheuwel, Monument, Wentworth Park, Silverfields, Kenmare, Rangeview and Breaunanda.
It will take place at Centenary Hall at Town Hall in the CBD from 18:00 on Thursday, May 8.
If any resident wants more information on the IDP/ Budget process, contact the IDP office on 011 668 0604 or visit MCLM's website at www.mogalecity.gov.za.
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