Emergency repair work has started at Vriesland, West Bank Demerara, following significant road damage caused by heavy-laden trucks.
The intervention by government officials aims to address concerns raised by local residents about the deteriorating condition of their roads.
On Friday, Ministers of Public Works Juan Edghill and Deodat Indar, along with Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal, met with contractors involved in the Gas-to-Energy and CH&PA projects.
The meeting was a response to protests from Vriesland residents who had expressed frustration over the road’s condition and the impact of truck operations on their daily lives.
The Ministers emphasized that the residents’ concerns must be addressed.
It was agreed that the CH&PA operators would bear the costs for the road’s maintenance to ensure it remains passable for vehicles.
Additionally, the Ministry of Public Works will develop a design for the full reconstruction of approximately one kilometer of the road, which was not originally constructed to support heavy-duty traffic.
To further mitigate the issue, a speed limit will be imposed on truck drivers to reduce the inconvenience caused to local residents.
Minister Juan Edghill assured the community that the government will not tolerate irresponsible use of roads or disrespect from contractors.