The impact of the operation of the Jatiasih toll gate on economic activities in the Jatiasih Sub-district

Abstract

The JORR E1 (Cikunir-Jatiasih) toll road was was built with the primary goal of improving connectivity between the southern part of Bekasi City and neighboring regions. The construction and opening of the toll gate could yield a range of effects on the community, spanning from positive to negative impacts. This research aims to assess the impact of the Jatiasih toll gate’s operation on economic activities and their externalities based on public perception. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 102 residents of the Jatiasih and Jatimekar urban villages. A quantitative descriptive method with scoring analysis was employed for the analysis. The results indicated that the operation of the Jatiasih toll gate has significantly affected the economic condition of both the Jatiasih and Jatimekar urban villages. In the economic aspect, the operation of the toll gate has led to a considerable transformation of residential functions, with business activities being incorporated into residential properties. This integration has resulted in increased economic activities within a 1 km radius. However, it is important to note that the development of economic activities within this radius has generated negative externalities in the surrounding area. This research emphasizes the importance of monitoring economic activities to better understand economic situations and to facilitate policymaking geared toward sustainable development and management.