Biysk allocates 60M rubles to fix worsening spring road damage

Biysk's road conditions took centre stage at the latest City Duma meeting. Officials discussed urgent repairs as spring thaw worsens potholes and surface damage. A total of 60 million rubles has now been set aside to tackle the issue.

Mayor Viktor Shchigrev highlighted how seasonal changes make road problems worse each spring. His annual report on the city's infrastructure usually arrives during this period. Temporary fixes using cold asphalt have already started, with more permanent solutions planned once weather improves.

The city budget will cover 30 million rubles of the repair costs. Priority will go to major transport routes, aiming to improve safety and comfort for drivers and pedestrians alike. However, Andrei Abramov, a deputy in the Altai Regional Legislative Assembly, raised doubts about whether past maintenance efforts had been effective enough. No public records show how many of Biysk's most damaged road sections have seen repeated repairs over the last five years. The lack of data leaves questions about long-term progress unanswered.

The 60 million ruble funding will focus on pothole patches and localised fixes. Work has begun with cold-asphalt solutions, though permanent repairs depend on better weather. The city's aim remains clearer roads for all who use them.