BY SAMIE WAIKORI
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), through the Lands and Maritime Connectivity Project (LMCP), will be carrying out comprehensive maintenance on the stretch of road from Heritage Park Hotel to the Honiara City Council (HCC) roundabout.
This section of road is one of the oldest and most deteriorated in Honiara, requiring a full upgrade to ensure durability and safety for vehicle use.
In a recent press conference, Minister for Infrastructure Development, Ricky Fuo’o, emphasized the importance of maintenance on this road section, explaining that the ongoing patching work is a temporary solution until the full upgrade can be completed.
Minister Fuo’o stated, as many aware, the ministry has been carrying out patching work on the road from Heritage Park Hotel roundabout to the HCC roundabout.
He went on to explain that the road, one of the oldest in Honiara, has suffered from water infiltration and debris accumulation over the years, weakening its foundation.
Fuo’o sad due to this deterioration, regardless of whether the road is sealed with cheaper materials or asphalt, it won’t last.
However, for the time being, the ministry will continue patching the road until the LMCP project can fully address the issue. This approach will also help save costs in the short term.
He said the comprehensive maintenance will involve removing the existing road foundation and digging down 1.5 meters before compacting the base.
Only after this process will the road be properly sealed, ensuring its long-term durability, Fuo’o explained.
The minister acknowledges public concerns regarding the poor condition of the road and reassures the public that the ministry is working on a permanent solution. The road’s foundation is beyond repair with simple patching, and that’s why full maintenance is necessary.
Fuo’o calls for public understanding while the ministry, in partnership with the LMCP, works towards upgrading this crucial stretch of road in the heart of Honiara.
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