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city proper, hence, the conclusion that the terminals contributed to the proliferation of buses
obstructing traffic on the city streets.
Bus terminals per se do not, however, impede or help impede the flow of traffic. The granting
of the franchise to only one bus terminal cannot be considered as a reasonable means to solve
the traffic problem. If terminals lack adequate space such that bus drivers are compelled to
load and unload passengers on the streets instead of inside the terminals, then reasonable
specifications for the size of terminals could be instituted.
In the subject ordinances, however, the scope of the proscription against the maintenance of
terminals is so broad that even entities which might be able to provide facilities better than
the franchised terminal are barred from operating at all.
As for petitioners claim that the challenged ordinances have actually been proven effective
in easing traffic congestion: Whether an ordinance is effective is an issue different from
whether it is reasonably necessary. It is its reasonableness, not its effectiveness, which bears
upon its constitutionality.