Kalkar Schools' Reopening: Ensuring Safety on School Premises and Transport Access
In the heart of Kalkar, traffic congestion and speeding concerns have become a pressing issue, particularly during drop-off and pick-up times at the school center. The construction of a sports cage, schoolyard setup, and the demolition of the old primary school have significantly reduced parking and turning possibilities in the area.
An entrance into 'Am Bollwerk' street is advised to be avoided due to increased traffic in the school center. This congestion has led to significant increases in speeds on Grabenstraße from Kesseltor to the school center, a matter that has been reported by Stefan Urselmans. He emphasises the need for cautious and defensive driving in this area.
The historic city center, including the school center, operates as a 20 km/h zone since April 2024. However, the responsible authority for imposing this speed limit is not specifically mentioned in the provided search results. Typically, such traffic regulations are issued by the local municipal traffic or transport authority.
Mayor Britta Schulz has urged parents to use designated drop-off and pick-up zones, walk or bike to school, and avoid blocking school entrances or causing traffic congestion. She joins Linda Brahler, who has cautioned about the reduced parking and turning possibilities due to the construction projects in the school center.
To help navigate these challenges, an updated safe school routes information card has been distributed to students and parents of primary and secondary schools in the Kalkar school center. While no traffic control by the district or police has been implemented yet, it is a possibility.
As the community navigates these changes, it is crucial for everyone to prioritise safety and consider the impact of their actions on the school environment.
