Missing Signs Create Parking Chaos at Rossmoyne Senior High School
The City of Canning has discovered that three crucial parking signs were missing along Massey Street, adjacent to Rossmoyne Senior High School, leading to a surge in illegal parking complaints during school pick-up hours. This oversight has caused significant disruption and safety concerns for students, parents, and local residents.
City Responds to Community Feedback
Following numerous complaints from the community in February, city staff conducted an inspection of road signage. They identified that 'no stopping' and 'no parking' signs were absent from their designated locations, exacerbating traffic congestion and hazardous conditions near the school.
Mayor Patrick Hall expressed uncertainty about the cause of the missing signs, stating, "The city was unaware of why this occurred." However, he confirmed that replacement signs have been ordered and are scheduled for installation within approximately one week to address the immediate issue.
Broader Parking Review Underway
In addition to replacing the missing signs, the City of Canning is taking proactive steps to overhaul parking management around Rossmoyne Senior High School. Mayor Hall announced, "The city is currently updating parking plans around the school." These modifications will be subject to public consultation with directly affected residents, with a report expected to be presented to the council before the end of the financial year.
Councillor Ben Kunze, who highlighted the problem on social media, emphasized the ongoing review. "The city is also currently reviewing all the roads around Rossmoyne Senior High School to monitor issues and potential parking prohibition changes to improve safety and reduce congestion," he said in a Facebook post. He urged the community to report any illegal parking or safety concerns directly to the city to ensure all issues are documented during the review process.
Community Involvement Encouraged
The city's efforts include not only fixing the immediate signage problem but also engaging residents in long-term solutions. By involving the public in consultations, the City of Canning aims to develop a comprehensive parking strategy that enhances safety and minimizes congestion in the area.
This incident underscores the importance of proper signage and community feedback in maintaining orderly and safe school zones. With replacement signs on the way and a broader review in progress, local authorities are working to restore normalcy and improve traffic management for all stakeholders.
