Hever assisted living residents reverse traffic signs after weeks of concern

Residents of the De Ravestein assisted living facility in Hever have taken matters into their own hands, reversing traffic signs that were incorrectly placed by the municipality. The misplaced E3 signs, which prohibit even temporary stopping, replaced older E1 signs that had allowed residents to stop briefly for unloading groceries or for easier access.

The incorrect signage caused significant inconvenience, forcing residents to carry heavy shopping further and making it difficult for those with mobility issues to get in and out of vehicles. The municipality, through councilor Bert Meulemans, acknowledged the error, stating that the worn-out signs had been replaced incorrectly by the team and would be adjusted soon.

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The team has indeed replaced the worn-out traffic signs incorrectly. This will be adjusted soon.

However, after two weeks passed without the promised adjustment, the frustrated residents decided to act. They turned the signs away from the street, rendering them invisible. Despite this action, the residents remain uneasy, recalling past instances where police issued fines for visitors who stopped for too long, fearing similar issues could arise even for brief stops.

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In the past, the police have regularly issued fines here for visitors who stopped there for too long.