ROAD UPGRADES TO MARKET STREET
Major upgrades to Market Street, George will impact on road users for the next 7 months, until 2 December 2022, with construction commencing on Phase 5 of 5 phases on 09 May 2022
PROJECT:
Market Street – Phase 5
DESCRIPTION:
Reconstruction of Market Street (Phase 5) from Merriman to Hope Street as indicated in the figure.
PROJECT PERIOD (Phase 5):
09 May 2022 – 2 December 2022
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Municipal services may be disrupted during construction. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions will be sent out via social media.
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
The road (Phase 5) will be re-constructed in half-widths, with sections of Market Street operated as one way in the direction of York Street. Access may be restricted to property owners, delivery vehicles and GO GEORGE busses. Extra care is to be taken by road users and pedestrians throughout the duration of the entire construction period. Adherence to temporary road signage and markings will be required.
LABOUR:
The project will utilise EPWP registered labour, in terms of the EPWP policy and in strict compliance with the relevant requirements in terms of the applicable COVID-19 Regulations.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES:
Consulting Engineers: Charles Rowe and Associates (044 884 0209)
Public Liaison Officer: Thousand Sensations:
Alewijn Dippenaar email: dyndev@mweb.co.za) Phone: (082 457 5675)
The George Municipality realises the impact of road works, apologises for the inconvenience, and appeals to road users to be patient and exercise caution during the upgrade. Please look out for and adhere to temporary road signage and be aware of roadwork personnel.