Robin Muchetu, Senior Reporter
THE City of Bulawayo and Tendy Three Investments (TTI) Parking Solutions have extended the operating hours for parking enforcement to between 6am to 19.00 hours with immediate effect.
In a statement, the Town Clerk Mr Christopher Dube said the move is in line with the city’s by-laws.
“The City of Bulawayo and Tendy Three Investments (TTI) Parking Solutions would like to advise members of the public and stakeholders that the operating hours for parking enforcement have been extended from 06:00 hours – 19:00hours as from Tuesday, 3 September 2024. This is in accordance with the City of Bulawayo's Clamping and Tow-away By-law (Statutory Instrument 220 of 2023),” said Mr Dube.
Mr Dube further said the implementation of the Bylaw, is in full effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“It is essential for all members of our community to understand that compliance with the Bylaw is expected at all times, and there are no designated hours during which the rules are suspended or relaxed. The Bylaw is designed to ensure the well-being, safety, and harmony of our community. The initiative to extend operating hours aims to ensure that the consistent and effective enforcement taking place during business working hours, rolls over into evening hours,” said Mr Dube.
The City said they have noted a trend of reckless parking particularly after 17:00 hours, have raising significant concerns regarding public safety and traffic flow in Bulawayo.
“The lack of enforcement during these hours has resulted in parking violations that obstruct traffic and pose risks to both drivers and pedestrians,” said Mr Dube.
He said the City is excited to enhance traffic management and improve the overall safety and cleanliness of the City adding that this initiative demonstrates their commitment to creating a safer environment for all road users in Bulawayo.
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