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Slippery sidewalks in Plauen: Passers-by demand quick solutions!
After 15 years, Plauen has slipping problems on Neundorfer Straße. City administration sees need for action.
Slippery sidewalks in Plauen: Passers-by demand quick solutions!
There is a lot of trouble on Neundorfer Straße in Plauen - and has been since the renovation in spring 2008. Passers-by feel uncomfortable because the new paving creates a significant risk of slipping, especially when it is wet. Despite the initial joy about the new clinker tiles with a waffle pattern, the euphoric mood quickly disappeared Free press reported. The city administration has responded to repeated criticism from citizens, but a sufficient solution still seems to be a long way off.
The situation has become problematic over the years. The parking bays created in particular raise questions. The parking situation makes it difficult for trams to pass through, which not only leads to delays, but also results in towing operations if cars block traffic. No-parking signs have been put up, but important parking spaces in front of shops are no longer usable. The chairman of the CDU city association, Frank Heidan, sharply criticized the implementation and, at an extraordinary meeting, called for quick action by the city administration, which had already been pointed out at an early stage about deficiencies but which were ignored. In these tense circumstances, business owners are particularly under pressure - an intolerable situation, as Heidan emphasizes.
Demands and suggestions
The Top city also refers to the CDU's suggestions for improvement. This includes addressing the problems in city committees with architects, the Plauen tram, the police and the public order office. Furthermore, the aim is to hold a public citizens' meeting in order to involve citizens. Another key concern is the removal of the snow masses in order to optimize parking options, as well as the immediate removal of the no-parking signs in front of affected shops.
Active mobility is becoming more and more an issue in modern urban planning. According to that Federal Environment Agency An environmentally and people-friendly city encourages walking and cycling. These aspects are not only important for citizens' quality of life, but also contribute to stimulating the local economy. In many other cities in Germany, successful redesigns have already been initiated to favor walking and cycling, which has noticeably increased the quality of life.
In order to manage the risk of slipping in Plauen and at the same time meet the needs of residents and businesses, a rethink in traffic and road planning is necessary. Only through increased citizen participation and an open ear for the wishes of the population can Plauen finally become a city that is both safe and promotes exchange between residents and businesses.