Kong: CVLB S'wak to work with DBKU on traffic, parking woes at Kuching Open Air Market
KUCHING (July 23): Concerns have been raised over the lack of parking and traffic congestion in the Kuching Open Air Market area, said Commercial Vehicle and Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak chairman Michael Kong Feng Nian.
He said he received such feedback from business owners during a visit to the Open Air Market earlier today, where he observed ongoing operations of the Bas.My Kuching initiative.
'Several business owners highlighted the lack of parking spaces and poor traffic management in the vicinity. This situation has been further aggravated by the recent closure of the Saujana Bus Terminal and the adjacent shoplots, which previously provided much-needed parking,' he said in a statement.
To address these concerns, Kong said CVLB Sarawak would engage with Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) to explore possible solutions for improving traffic flow and parking availability.
On another matter, Kong proposed the establishment of a proper and dedicated interchange for stage buses in Kuching to better support the city's public transport network.
He said a well-planned bus interchange would serve as a central hub for stage buses and help create a more efficient and organised public transport system.
'As part of our continuous efforts to improve public transportation in the city, it is crucial for Kuching to have a proper and dedicated bus interchange,' he said.
During his visit to the Open Air Market, Kong also walked around the area to engage with traders and business operators, seeking feedback on the impact of the Bas.My Kuching service.
He said he was encouraged by the generally positive response, noting that many local businesses appreciated the increase in foot traffic brought about by the bus service.
'Many have expressed satisfaction, especially noting that the increased foot traffic has brought renewed vibrancy to this part of downtown Kuching, which had seen a decline in recent years,' he added.
Kong also encouraged members of the public to provide feedback on the Bas.My Kuching initiative, which is currently under review.
'CVLB Sarawak is seeking feedback from the public to ensure we continue to serve the community effectively. Your input is invaluable in helping us shape a more reliable, inclusive, and people-friendly public transport system for Kuching,' he added.
Feedback can be submitted via an online form available at: https://forms.gle/kyLGEmPSiTc9Tdvz6.
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