Abbas Khosravani, referring to the single-core structure of the city of Arak and the concentration of fruit and vegetable shopping centers in the city center, stated: The concentration of fruit and vegetable shopping centers in the city center has caused problems including heavy traffic, wasted citizens' time, and additional pressure on urban infrastructure. He continued: The development of local markets, with municipal planning, the support of the City Council, and the allocation of necessary funds, was put on the agenda so that dependence on the city core would be reduced. The spokesperson for the Islamic Council of the metropolis of Arak said: Four markets will be opened by the end of Ordibehesht, and the construction of several others is also on the agenda. Khosravani, emphasizing the importance of equitable access to urban services, added: The successful experience of cities such as Mashhad, Isfahan, and Tehran has shown that establishing fruit markets in neighborhoods, alongside facilitating residents' access to needed items, has led to a reduction in intra-city trips and the strengthening of the local economy.