Last updated: February 28, 2018
Monday, December 4, 2017
| Contents of question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The road pavement is becoming more and more shaky every time construction is done. Also, the designs are different, some are tiled, some are concrete, and I don't like the way they look, so I would like to see them cleaned up. Sidewalks in particular are difficult to use for wheelchairs and strollers. After construction, I would like the city to make sure that the pavement has been resurfaced properly. There are some areas where the Waterworks Bureau is currently carrying out construction, so please check. |
Roads need to be dug up during construction, and this is your opinion on how to restore them to their current state. The Nagamine district was developed during the bubble period, and the streets were paved with high-grade materials such as European-style tiles and small paving stones. The pavement tiles and small pavements were not flat, and at the time, they were probably more concerned with the appearance than with the use of strollers and wheelchairs. In order to aim for a sustainable city in the future, we believe it is desirable to prioritize convenience and safety and use practical materials, rather than spending large sums of money on appearance. When carrying out road construction in the city, we use materials that are safe, practical, and durable, and we plan to continue to do so gradually. However, it is not possible to repair all roads in the city at once, so we would like to work on it gradually. Please note that the relevant department will conduct an on-site inspection of the construction site. [Supplementary note] Based on the road occupancy permit application procedure, the Management Division and the city conduct on-site inspections during road construction to confirm that the current status has been restored. ・(As of December) On city roads in the Nagamine area, water distribution pipe replacement work was being carried out on roadways and sidewalks ordered by the Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Waterworks, and the results of the on-site inspection after completion were positive. |
| The sidewalks around Laurel Hills are badly damaged by roots. I'd like them to fix the pavement like the cherry blossom trees along the Misawa River. | The root problem is a problem that is difficult to solve fundamentally. The problem cannot be solved simply by repairing the pavement; the real solution would be to cut down the trees or carry out heavy pruning, but there is strong opposition from the local community and it is difficult to deal with this problem. There are trees that are suitable as street trees and trees that are not, and those that grow into large trees are not suitable as street trees. In addition, the asphalt lined with cherry blossom trees in front of City Hall was removed and re-paved with a thin layer. |
| Year by year, cheaper materials are being used for finishing road pavement. It looks dirty and cheap. I would like the city to draw up a repair plan and show it to the residents. | We believe that materials that are cheap but safe and practical are preferable to materials that are expensive but look good but are difficult to use. However, it is not possible to repair all roads in the city at once, so we would like to tackle them one by one. |
| There are gas lamp-like lights (street lights) on the premises of Asuka Souken. It seems like it's on sometimes, but if you're going to turn it on, I'd like you to leave it on. | This is an opinion about street lights. Nagamine district has a concept of "a town where you can see the stars," and many of the street lights are low-profile and light up the ground. However, as times change, there are also requests for brighter street lights to be installed for crime prevention, as "it's too dark." Twenty years have passed since the town was founded, and the infrastructure in Nagamine district is gradually becoming old, so there is a need to update these facilities, including the streetlights. We would like to hear the opinions of local residents as we move forward with our considerations. |
| The city was divided due to the revision of the district divisions for the House of Representatives. Inagi City seems to be forced into matching the national numbers. I hope they will continue to voice their opposition and work together with neighboring cities. | The city was a complete surprise. Together with the mayor of Tama, they appealed to the national government to stop splitting up the city, but their request was not accepted. The background to the re-allocation of electoral districts is the trend toward electoral system reform due to the issue of disparity in the value of each vote. This is the first provisional reform, and the next one is planned to be a fundamental reform based on the population from the 2020 census. We will continue to closely monitor developments in the future. |
| There are times when several dump trucks are parked on Kamiyato Ohashi Bridge, and even if you ask the police to crack down on them, they'll disappear just then, but it's a cat-and-mouse game. I would like something to be done about this as it is a bus route and there is a problem with vehicles passing each other. | As this is a violation, we would like you to continue to contact the police, but we will pass this on to the city's relevant department. [Additional information] A request has been made to the Management Division of Tama Central Police Station. |
| The night game lighting at Nihon University Ground is dazzling. I'm worried that this will have a negative impact on the ecology of kestrels near Kamiyato. |
I will convey my opinion to the Nihon University Athletic Association and try to see if improvements can be made. [Additional note] We have conveyed our opinions to Nihon University, Planning and Policy Division. |
| I would like to ask about the administrative system in the event of a major disaster. How many employees does the city have and how many of them are residents of the city? | Inagi City has its own fire department and municipal hospital, and all employees, including those at city hall, are employed by the city, with a total of about 900 people. Of these, approximately 50% of general office workers reside in the city. We would like you to be assured of our staff structure in the event of a disaster, including the mobility of independent fire departments. In an effort to increase the number of employees living in the city, we are asking those who live outside the city to live in the city when hiring. Although city officials plan to respond as best they can in the initial response to a disaster, we would also like to request the cooperation of local disaster prevention organizations in terms of self-help and mutual assistance. |
| The night lighting at Nagamine Sports Ground is too bright. I live in a nearby apartment building, and the light is coming into my room on the north side. Is there any way to adjust the lighting, such as by changing the direction of the light? | We apologize for the inconvenience, as the night lights are not directed directly at the apartment and are only in use until 9:00 p.m. |
| I would like to ask for budgetary measures for the use of resident assembly facilities in the Nagamine area. | An internal review is currently underway. |
| In the Nagamine area, most of the power lines have been undergrounded, but some remain. Will the cost of burying the power lines be borne by the residents themselves? | There are various methods for putting utility poles underground, but I have heard that they are generally borne by the individual and can be quite expensive. Although new town development is often included in the project by developers, it costs a huge amount of money, so for example, in Namsan, where land readjustment is currently underway, utility poles have been removed along urban planning roads. However, utility poles are erected in privately developed subdivisions. |
| Why not plant many cherry blossoms and other trees on the slopes of Verdi Field and make it into a natural park typical of Nagamine? | I understand how you feel. I also wanted to plant a tree, but for some reason I was not allowed to do so. The land at Verdi Field was originally a landfill site, and when an environmental survey was conducted previously, harmful substances such as dioxins were found underground. As a result of expert analysis, it was confirmed that there would be no impact on the use of only the ground surface, and the current owner's UR confirmed that the city is developing and using it as a sports plaza with the condition that only the ground surface is used. . Due to this background, unfortunately it is not possible to plant new trees that have roots underground. |
| There is a wooden deck near the stairs in front of Nagamine Elementary School that used to be a place to relax, but it was destroyed several years ago and still has a rope posted to keep people out. I want it repaired. | It may be difficult to restore the situation to its original state, but I would like to consider ways to deal with it. [Supplementary Note] The wooden deck of the Management Department will be removed in the future and a fall prevention fence will be installed. |
| The enforcement of the temporary parking space on Koyodai Park Street is too strict. The other day I got a parking ticket within 10 minutes. I like the new townscape and moved to Inagi, so it's a shame. In addition, as we move into an aging society, I think the need will increase, for example, for transporting elderly people to and from hospitals. |
The city is extremely disappointed in the matter you have pointed out. Initially, the concept was to use it as a temporary parking space, but the police have a very strict policy of not allowing any parking. I have repeatedly made requests to the police to allow temporary stops as long as they do not cause inconvenience to others, but they have not listened. I would like to continue to persistently make requests and appeals to the police. |
| If you don't contact the government office about mowing grass on city roads, they won't take action. I want it to be managed properly. Fallen leaves are bad in the fall and winter, so if you plant a tree, you should also take care of the fallen leaves. | Report to the relevant department. |
Inagi City General Affairs Department Secretary Public Relations Division Phone: 042-378-2111