Qatar
CMC discusses traffic congestion around schools during peak hours
At its regular biweekly meeting Tuesday, the Central Municipal Council (CMC) addressed several pressing municipal and public service issues, notably traffic congestion around schools, livestock fodder subsidies, and the development of area signboards.
The session was chaired by CMC chairman Mohamed bin Ali al-Athba and attended by council members at the main headquarters.
A focus was the persistent traffic congestion near schools during peak hours, exacerbated by inadequate parking facilities. The council emphasised the need for co-ordinated action among relevant authorities to alleviate traffic blockages around educational institutions. Members reviewed recommendations from the Services and Public Utilities Committee, calling on concerned entities to implement them swiftly to improve traffic safety and reduce time lost to congestion.
The session began with the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting and a review of incoming correspondence, with topics and referrals evaluated in preparation for necessary actions in accordance with established procedures.
The council also examined the committee’s report on livestock fodder subsidies for local barn owners and breeders, underlining the importance of such support for sustaining livestock production and enhancing the viability of local businesses engaged in this vital sector.
Additionally, the council discussed the need to upgrade area signboards nationwide. Members stressed that these signboards should reflect the urban character of their locations and facilitate easy access to various destinations across the country.
The meeting included a dialogue with His Excellency Dr Ibrahim bin Saleh al-Nuaimi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, alongside senior ministry officials. Discussions centred on educational planning, school facilities, and the challenges posed by rapid population growth, traffic congestion, and the optimal distribution of schools in residential areas. This engagement provided a valuable platform for council members to raise inquiries, exchange views, and collaboratively explore ways to develop the educational environment in line with community needs.