Reasonables prices will help ensure Johor Baru Ramadan bazaars remain a top draw for local and foreign visitors. — Filepic
RAMADAN bazaars in Johor Baru are being monitored to ensure traders comply with all licensing regulations.
Johor Baru mayor Datuk Mohd Haffiz Ahmad said any serious violation of conditions may result in the revocation of bazaar operating rights by Johor Baru City Council (MBJB).
He reminded traders to maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene.
He also urged reasonable pricing so that Johor Baru’s bazaars continue to attract both local and international visitors.
Johor Baru City Council mayor Datuk Mohd Haffiz Ahmad said the sale of alcohol in the city maintains status quo, with no changes to the existing licencing policies.Traders were also reminded to offer Rahmah menu options for the benefit of underprivileged consumers.
Mohd Haffiz was speaking during the city council’s fullboard meeting at Menara MBJB, Johor Baru.
“The council has also issued a directive to organisers to promptly report any unauthorised foreign bazaar traders to the MBJB Enforcement Department.
“Traders must also prioritise cleanliness by adhering to health regulations.
“These include using aprons and gloves and avoiding the use of polystyrene or newspaper for packaging.
“Traders must also be vaccinated against typhoid,” he added.
Mohd Haffiz also advised traders to display their business licences at all times.
“Organisers have been reminded to ensure traders comply with licensing regulations and to take appropriate action when necessary.”
On a separate matter, Mohd Haffiz said the city council received 21,206 complaints across various categories in 2024 through MBJB’s public complaints system.
“As of Dec 31, issues such as fallen, damaged or hazardous trees topped the list with 4,922 complaints.
“This was followed by issues related to roads (4,457), lighting (2,949), parking (2,392), public cleanliness (2,114) and pests (2,091), among others.”
Mohd Haffiz said 18,574 or 87.59% of complaints had been resolved by the end of December last year.
