The line was repainted on the sidewalk.

Thirteen years ago, the city carried out a large-scale and decisive campaign to remove illegally erected stalls, tents, trees, and fences on sidewalks, which was welcomed by the majority of city residents. Unfortunately, not long after the campaign ended, many households re-encroached on the sidewalks.

Nine years ago, the former Thanh Hoa City government launched another campaign to restore order to sidewalks with a newer idea: painting numerous lines on the sidewalks of main streets and commercial areas to delineate zones where people were allowed to park vehicles and conduct mobile businesses, and zones designated for pedestrians. After a period of time, these lines faded both on the sidewalks and in the minds of the city's residents. The encroachment on sidewalks for personal purposes occurred in many places, causing frustration for pedestrians and detracting from the urban landscape. About five years ago, these boundary lines were repainted on some streets. But, as before, their lifespan was quite short.

In recent days, the authorities have re-painted lines on many streets in Hac Thanh ward. Observations show that in the initial days, many small business owners were very compliant, frequently reminding customers to park their vehicles within the marked lines. Some business owners even directly guided customers' vehicles into the designated area.

The lines on the sidewalks were drawn by the authorities. Their appearance represents the law. Once again, these lines have reappeared on the sidewalks of the former central area of Thanh Hoa City, sending a positive signal about the government's determination to restore order and urban aesthetics. However, given the lack of durability of previous lines, some question how long this new line will last. The answer likely lies in the awareness of the questioner. The government's determination in establishing and maintaining these sidewalk lines is crucial, but they will be more effective and efficient when the awareness and responsibility of each citizen are raised, sharing and cooperating with the government and relevant agencies to uphold the rule of law.

It's crucial to remember that, whether or not law enforcement is present, the lines on the sidewalk must be respected. Many vendors reminding customers to park in designated areas in recent days have said they do so out of fear of being fined. That's true, but let's shift from a mindset of fear of being fined and acting out of obligation to one of voluntary compliance with the law. Only then can we ensure the sustainability and longevity of the sidewalk markings, allowing them to serve their purpose effectively for the long term.

Tue Minh

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