Kiryat Malachi Plans Future Transportation Infrastructure
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Kiryat Malachi is developing a master transportation plan for the coming decades in collaboration with the Ministry of Construction and Housing. The plan aims to support the city's growth, including new housing and employment areas, by enhancing public transport, pedestrian, and cycling infrastructure. Major regional projects include the new Route 37 and the upgrade of Route 383, which will improve access and reduce congestion. The initiative also includes building a regional electric bus station.
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- Kiryat Malachi is creating a multi-decade master transportation plan to manage future growth.
- The plan includes enhancing public transport, pedestrian, and cycling infrastructure.
- A new regional station for electric buses is a key component of the initiative.
- New Route 37 will connect Route 6 to Routes 40 and 3, easing heavy vehicle traffic.
- Route 383 will be upgraded to two lanes in each direction, improving access to Route 6 and Jerusalem.
- The Ella district development, with 6,800 housing units, is a major driver for the transportation plan.
Kiryat Malachi Municipality is advancing a comprehensive master plan for transportation to accommodate future growth and development. This initiative, a collaboration with the Ministry of Construction and Housing, aims to outline the city's transport development for decades to come. City Engineer Elisheva Layosh is leading the professional process, coordinating with government ministries, infrastructure bodies, and planning teams to devise long-term solutions.
A recent professional summary meeting included City Manager Yosef Cohen, City Engineer Elisheva Layosh, City Treasurer Zvika Davidy, the master plan team, and senior officials from the Ministry of Construction and Housing, including representatives from P.G.L., the firm responsible for preparing the plan. The plan addresses Kiryat Malachi's projected growth, including the development of the Ella district, which will feature approximately 6,800 housing units and 450,000 square meters of commercial and employment space, alongside the renewal of older neighborhoods and expansion of industrial zones.
Key aspects of the plan include enhancing public transportation, improving connectivity between new and existing neighborhoods, ensuring accessibility to educational institutions and employment centers, and developing infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists. A significant component is the establishment of a regional station for electric buses, intended to improve service for residents of Kiryat Malachi and its surroundings, bolster public transit, and support a transition to cleaner transportation.
Two major regional transportation projects are also being advanced. Route 37, a new east-west road, is planned to connect Route 6 to Routes 40 and 3 near Moshav Avigdor and Kiryat Malachi. This road is expected to provide an alternative for heavy vehicle traffic, reduce congestion on existing routes, and improve access to the city.
Additionally, the National Infrastructure Committee approved for deposit in March 2026 the Ministry of Transport and Cross-Israel Highway Company's plan (Tatal 123) to upgrade and widen Route 383. This route connects Route 3 to Route 38 towards Beit Shemesh. The project involves upgrading approximately 20 kilometers of road to two lanes in each direction, including a new interchange, tunnel, bridges, and upgraded intersections. This upgrade is anticipated to improve access to Route 6, offer an alternative route towards Jerusalem, and alleviate congestion on existing east-west corridors. These projects align with a broader vision to transform Route 3 from a busy intercity highway into a more urban-oriented road with reduced heavy traffic, better suited to residents' needs and the city's development.
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