B70 expansion: step into a quieter and safe future for Voitsberg

B70 expansion: step into a quieter and safe future for Voitsberg

The city of Voitsberg in beautiful Styria faces a major challenge: the rising traffic density not only ensures noise, but also an increased fine dust pollution. Therefore, the SPÖ's view is aimed at a central infrastructure project that could significantly improve the situation. The Social Democrat Jochen Bocksruker, who, as a regional candidate for the upcoming state elections on November 24th, is supporting the planned expansion of the Landstrasse B70.

For many people in Voitsberg and the surrounding area, the B70 is more than just a street - it is a lifeline that brings with it both opportunities and challenges. The current situation is not ideal: commuters and residents struggle with a traffic jam that generates fine dust particles and noise every day. According to Bocksruker, the expansion of this road is not only desirable, but absolutely necessary. "The project is no alternative. 40 years ago, the mistake was made to leave Voitsberg without a motorway access," explains the candidate while emphasizing the urgency of expansion.

a future -oriented project

The B70 plays a central role in the region's transport infrastructure. It connects Graz with Carinthia and winds through the heart of West Styria. Bocksruker emphasizes that the commuters are on this old country road every day, which always leads to traffic jams and stress for the residents. "With a new B70, traffic can finally flow again," he explains optimistic.

The redesign of the B70 would not only be relieved for the residents, but would also create new security standards. "It is simply no longer up to date that the main artery leads through our communities. Every day, heavy traffic thunders every day," emphasizes Bocksruker. A central element of the planned expansion is the bypass from Söding-St. Johann, who is supposed to reduce the noise pollution and improve the quality of life of the residents.

The high traffic density also has a negative impact on the regional economy. The companies in Voitsberg rely on a well -developed infrastructure in order to remain competitive. "We need modern traffic planning for the Lipizzanerheimat so that the companies remain competitive and jobs are safe," says Bocksruker. This modernization measure stands not only for progress in road construction, but also for the economic continued existence of the region.

a common goal for the region

Anton Lang shares the views of Bocksruker and emphasizes the importance of this project for the entire region. "The B70 is a lifeline for Voitsberg and the surrounding area. With the bypass of Söding-St. Johann we create security for people and at the same time strengthen the business location," he explains. Lang, Bocksruker and many supporters from the region are committed to ensuring that the expansion benefits both the residents and the commuters.

The planned bypass is not only a technical challenge, but also a signal of cohesion in Voitsberg. "Due to the currently permanent traffic, we constantly have an increased noise level during the day. It is important that we stick together to finally end this burden," says Hubert Strommer, an spokesman for an active citizens' initiative. The expansion of the B70 therefore not only stands for security and economic growth, but also binds the community in Voitsberg together. This underlines the great importance of the project for a livable future in the region.

Overall, the expansion of the B70 is not only an urgently needed infrastructure project, but also symbolizes the ambition of local policies to improve the quality of life in Voitsberg sustainably and to make the region sustainable.

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