Although the holiday season typically brings lighter traffic, significant traffic jams arouse this summer, sparking public dissatisfaction with traffic planning, the availability of information, and concerns about project deadlines, as well as doubts regarding the quality of the work.

Traffic Planning

Traffic jams, lack of alternative routes, and constant changes in traffic organization have made daily travel complicated and stressful. Although it has been stated that tenders were planned in a way that ensured parallel streets would not be under construction simultaneously, the reality felt quite different. It gave the impression that insufficient attention was paid to traffic flow management.

Moreover, there is often a lack of adequate alternative solutions to reduce traffic issues during construction. For example, detours or temporary additional lanes are not always offered, nor are traffic light schedules adjusted to improve flow, or works planned on less busy days like weekends.

To improve the situation, more careful planning and more effective execution are necessary. Offering alternative solutions would help to reduce public dissatisfaction and restore trust in the city authorities.

Project Deadlines

The construction season is limited, but the public expects swift and efficient work. However, it often seems that progress on construction sites is slow, creating the impression that the process has stalled. At the same time, project deadlines are not being extended. It’s unacceptable for asphalt to be removed, only for further work to be delayed for extended periods. This gives the impression that no thought is being given to traffic participants, and that their daily convenience is being ignored. Prolonged incomplete works not only cause congestion but also pose road safety hazards due to uneven surfaces that can lead to accidents.

Residents expect faster and more transparent project execution to minimize daily traffic disruptions caused by roadworks. To improve the situation, it’s crucial to ensure that after asphalt is removed, the work continues uninterrupted until completion.

The current situation highlights the need to review project timelines. However, it is equally important how procurement processes are organized and how clear and precise future plans are. This would allow more efficient project planning and, consequently, faster construction timelines.

Information Availability

 Another significant issue is the lack of sufficient information and communication with the public regarding the start, duration, and traffic impact of roadworks. Although information has become more accessible recently, such as through radio announcements and posters around the city, it is often too general and lacks sufficient detail. To address this issue more effectively, regular and more specific updates are needed.

One noteworthy issue is the improper placement or absence of road signs, which affects not only the availability of information but also traffic safety. Road signs need to be clearly visible and understandable. Of course, organizing such extensive construction work, as seen this year on the city’s streets, is no easy task, but despite the scale, the work must still be carried out with high quality. It is therefore essential to evaluate the qualification requirements and ensure more efficient supervision.

Work Quality

In this context, concerns also arise about the quality of the work. Is the increase in quantity being achieved at the expense of quality? Time will likely tell. The quality of work on construction sites is especially important, as projects of this scale, as implemented in the city this year, not only impact public interest but also ensure the long-term reliability and safety of the infrastructure.

Conclusion

Overall, road repairs are an inevitable necessity, but their organization requires careful planning, effective communication, and high-quality execution. To reduce public dissatisfaction, improvements are needed in the planning and execution of the works, ensuring timely and accurate information, as well as alternative solutions to mitigate the inconveniences caused to the public.