Construction work on the East bypass continues, but a new protest has arisen against it
News Article: Ongoing Protests Against Wiener Neustadt's East Bypass
Preparations for the construction of the East Bypass in Wiener Neustadt have commenced, with work already underway on the B60 at Lichtenwörth. However, the project continues to face opposition from local residents and activist groups.
One such group, "Reason over Concrete," has announced a protest action against the East Bypass, scheduled for September 20 on Graz Street at the entrance to the Main Square. The group demands a modern traffic concept for the rapidly growing city, challenging the current approach to infrastructure development.
The opponents of the East Bypass project view the predicted traffic relief from the eastern ring road as a "fairy tale." They argue that the route leads over fertile farmland, an issue of concern for many local landowners. Out of the originally 91 landowners affected by the construction, six are still resisting their compulsory expropriation by the province of Lower Austria in court.
The protests in Wiener Neustadt are not limited to the East Bypass. The group is also pushing for investments in safe cycling routes, modern public transport, and traffic calming measures. They believe these initiatives would better address the city's growing transportation needs while minimising environmental impact.
The East Bypass construction project is estimated to cost €40 million. Despite the ongoing protests, preparations for the project continue, with the motorway junction of the S4 undergoing clearance work at Neudörfl (Bgld.).
However, as of now, no specific information about the outcome or resolution of the ongoing protests has been provided. The group's motto, "Enough of old traffic policies," reflects their desire for a fresh approach to urban development in Wiener Neustadt.
It remains to be seen how the city will navigate these competing interests and move forward with the East Bypass project. For now, the construction progress is visible on the B60 at Lichtenwörth, and the protests continue to occur, adding a layer of tension to the city's landscape.
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