Addressing traffic congestion at Lapuz Wharf | Dr. Herman M. Lagon

LAPUZ, the newest district in Iloilo City, is currently grappling with a pressing issue that significantly impacts the daily lives of its residents and motorists. The Lapuz Wharf, a vital gateway for Iloilo-Guimaras and Iloilo-Palawan RORO trips, is infamous for its severe traffic congestion, causing inconvenience and hardships for travelers and the people of Lapuz, especially those residing, working, and passing through Barangays Lapuz Norte, Loboc, Mansaya, and Bo. Obrero.

A potential solution is to consider relocating or appropriating the port movements to the nearby Brgy. Libertad area, where no public jeepneys and buses pass. This strategic move could alleviate traffic congestion by redirecting the flow of vehicles and passengers. Furthermore, clearing the area of vendors and expanding the road infrastructure to the wharf with wider lanes and additional entry and exit points would enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion.

Strict and consistent enforcement measures should be implemented to combat the issue of vehicles parking on the streets, which exacerbates congestion. Establishing designated parking areas or structures near the harbor would encourage motorists to park in designated spaces instead of occupying the roads.

It is also worth considering the relocation of the wharf to less congested areas, such as Brgys. Ticud, Ingore, or Hinactacan in Lapaz District, Brgys. Balabago or Bito-onon in Jaro District, or a reclaimed coastal area in Villa Arevalo District. A careful study of this possibility could be undertaken, exploring approaches like Build-Operate-Transfer or Public-Private Partnership, similar to the successful implementation on public markets in Iloilo City.

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