Several public inquiries regarding local infrastructure and transportation services have been addressed by relevant departments in Sichuan province.
Initial Public Inquiry: Peak-Hour Parking of Autonomous Vehicles
A netizen raised a concern on the "Sichuan Online Public Service Platform – Ask Sichuan" about autonomous vehicles from the "Luobo Kuaipao" service frequently occupying non-motorized lanes during rush hours in Chengdu's Longquanyi District. The vehicles, with hazard lights on, were reportedly causing traffic disruptions, forcing cyclists into adjacent motor vehicle lanes and increasing the risk of accidents.
Official Response and Action Taken
The Chengdu Economic and Technological Development Zone Automotive Industry Development Bureau responded. After communicating with the service operator, it was clarified that the "Luobo Kuaipao" autonomous vehicles are programmed to wait at curbside with hazard lights on for a maximum of 10 minutes when idle. If no order is received within that time, the vehicle departs. In response to the complaint, the bureau has held talks with the company and demanded corrective measures. As a result, there will be no temporary parking of these vehicles on that specific road section during morning and evening peak hours.
Proposal for Affordable Intercity Bus Service
Another inquiry suggested launching a low-cost intercity bus service between Chengdu and Dazhou, modeled on the successful 50-yuan "Cheng-Yu Convenience Express" fare between Chengdu and Chongqing.
Feasibility Assessment and Challenges
The Dazhou Municipal Transport Bureau explained that while a custom coach service already exists between the two cities, establishing a similarly discounted route faces significant hurdles. The long distance results in high operational costs for tolls, fuel, maintenance, and driver wages. Setting a fare as low as 50-60 yuan would lead to sustained losses for operators, making market-driven operation unviable. Furthermore, launching such a route requires comprehensive evaluation of passenger flow, operator willingness, and station facilities. The impending opening of the Chengdu-Dazhou-Wanzhou high-speed rail line next year, offering frequent and fast services, poses another challenge. Current weekday passenger demand is insufficient to support daily bus services, relying only on weekend and holiday traffic. Therefore, conditions are not currently suitable for launching a discounted intercity bus service between Dazhou and Chengdu.
Timeline for Planned Wet Market Construction
A resident in the Wanda Plaza area of Leshan city inquired about the delayed start of a planned wet market project, citing inconvenience for local residents in multiple large housing estates.
Project Status and Planned Commencement
The Leshan Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau confirmed that, according to the city's public facility enhancement plan, the Wenxing Market project is scheduled to commence construction in 2026. Planning and design schemes are currently being developed and reviewed. As the final plan requires statutory approval procedures, the exact start, completion, and operational dates have not been finalized and cannot be publicly announced. The bureau stated it would expedite preliminary work to start construction as soon as possible, with a clear timeline to be announced later.
Responsibility for Maintenance of Damp Garage Ventilation
A homeowner in Luzhou's Hejiang county reported severe dampness, rust, and water dripping from ventilation pipes in their residential complex's underground garage, raising concerns about damage to insulation and safety.
Regulatory Classification and Maintenance Duty
The Hejiang County Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau clarified that, according to national fire safety codes, underground garage ventilation systems for smoke extraction and air supply are classified as fire protection facilities. The property management service company is responsible for maintaining these shared public facilities and should engage professional fire safety maintenance units. The bureau has instructed the property service company to enhance maintenance of the garage ventilation pipes and promptly clear any accumulated water. If significant damage or corrosion is found, the property company should report it to the homeowners' committee, which can then initiate repairs using the residential special maintenance fund following established procedures.
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