Demolition or traffic calming? Köttmannsdorf's dispute over the wall

Von WOM

Köttmannsdorf is the focus of the public because the opening of the new community center for next Friday is planned. But instead of cheers, there are shared opinions about a controversial structural measure that should serve for traffic calming. A large concrete structure that was set up in front of the new municipal office causes excitement among the residents. Mayor Josef Liendl (ÖVP) remains calm and emphasized that the structural measure in the local council was unanimously decided. "Cars should drive slower" is his clear message.

The measure, also referred to as a shared space project, provides for a relocation of the terrace of the new municipal office. This is intended to calm the traffic and give the place a more inviting cityscape. Despite these plans, the project also experienced headwind. A petition with the demand for the "fall of the Köttmannsdorfer Wall" was created, which has collected more than 170 signatures. Annainians say that the change has a negative impact on the parking situation in front of the community center.

criticism of the new concept

The FPÖ municipal board Werner Maichin recently spoke out and offered to tear down the controversial wall. "I tear off the wall," he emphasized. This statement underlines the tense situation in which some residents see the change as a potential source of danger. A resident who wants to remain anonymous pleads for cars to drive more slowly so that parking remains safe.

Another essential point is the planned speed limit in the town center. Mayor Liendl announced that it would submit an application for km / h in the country to a concern that is shared by both the critics and the community. This agreement shows that both sides have the goal of increasing security for all road users.

The dispute over the wall and the traffic calming has heated the minds in Köttmannsdorf. Despite the different opinions, it remains to be seen how the situation will develop after the opening of the new community center. What is certain is that the residents will continue to collect their voices and the municipality will confront their concerns. Whether the traffic project ultimately brings the desired security and order remains an exciting question for the future.

For more information about the developments related to the community center and the persistent discussion about the traffic measures, here click at www.meinbeinbezirk.at .