Background and Relevance
Guadalajara, Jalisco. The Colegio de Ingenieros Civiles del Estado de Jalisco (CICEJ) has called on state and municipal authorities to establish a technical working group to address the severe traffic congestion on López Mateos Avenue, the southern access to Greater Guadalajara’s metropolitan area.
Mirna Avilés Mis, the CICEJ president, emphasized that “a well-designed viaduct can respect the existing urban layout, minimize land acquisitions, and limit disruption to local businesses and established neighborhoods.”
Addressing Multiple Aspects
Avilés Mis further explained that resolving the mobility issue is only part of the solution. The comprehensive approach to López Mateos Avenue must also consider social fabric and local economy.
“The solution must ensure safety for everyone on the road, achieved through level separation between local and through traffic, reducing conflict points, and decreasing road accidents while enhancing pedestrian safety,” she stressed.
The CICEJ president offered her organization’s expertise to authorities, aiming to provide viable technical solutions to the traffic chaos.
Timeline for Action
According to Mirna Avilés, if working groups with authorities, business leaders, technical bodies, and academia are formed promptly, the proposed solution could be available by the end of this year.
Support from Construction Chamber
On Monday, the Jalisco delegation of the Cámara Mexicana de la Industria de la Construcción (CMIC) echoed the same concerns, warning of a loss of competitiveness for Jalisco since López Mateos Avenue serves as a national logistics axis and the primary access to Guadalajara from Manzanillo port.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is the Colegio de Ingenieros Civiles del Estado de Jalisco (CICEJ)? The CICEJ is a professional organization of civil engineers in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.
- Why is López Mateos Avenue a concern? The avenue experiences severe traffic congestion, affecting mobility and the local economy. It also poses safety risks for pedestrians and drivers.
- What solution is proposed by the CICEJ? The CICEJ suggests building a viaduct that respects the existing urban layout, minimizes land acquisitions, and limits disruption to local businesses.
- What other aspects must be addressed in the solution? The comprehensive approach should consider social fabric and local economy, ensuring safety for everyone on the road.
- What is the urgency behind forming working groups? Prompt formation of these groups with relevant stakeholders could lead to a viable solution by the end of the year.
- Why is López Mateos Avenue significant for Jalisco’s competitiveness? The avenue serves as a crucial national logistics axis and the primary access to Guadalajara from Manzanillo port.
