Residents of Oud-Turnhout who regularly use the Bergstraat or its surroundings are invited to a first consultation evening about the current traffic filter. The municipality seeks to gather experiences and insights from local residents, individuals affected by their commute, and representatives of schools or organizations.
The event will take place on Tuesday, November 10th, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at OC De Djoelen. The current test setup of the traffic filter on Bergstraat has been in place for some time. The college of mayor and aldermen decided in June to remove the filter once a viable alternative is available, while prioritizing the goals of the mobility plan regarding road safety, liveability, and sustainability.
The aim of this consultation evening is to analyze the current situation. No decisions will be made; the insights gathered will help in a second consultation evening to explore possible alternatives. Vectris, a consultancy firm for mobility research, and Stramien, an interdisciplinary firm for spatial planning and participation, will guide this process and map out the various arguments, interests, and potential solutions.
Those wishing to attend can register until Friday, November 6th, via the municipality's website. Practical details: Tuesday, November 10th, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at OC De Djoelen, zaal De Knaap.
