Report faults inauguration planning

WASHINGTON, March 23 (UPI) -- Flawed planning for U.S. President Barack Obama's inauguration in January led to chaotic conditions for some ticket-holders, a congressional report said.

The report by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies found there were "flaws and shortcomings in the planning process," The Washington Post reported Monday.

Many event goers were stuck in slow-moving lines and packed crowds, forcing some ticket-holders to miss the inauguration. The congressional report noted that, among other shortcomings, there was a lack of adequate signage and a lack of coordination among law enforcement officials.

"While this review cannot change what happened, and may not satisfy all of those who were shut out of the event, it does provide a good assessment of both the successes and deficiencies of the planning for 2009," Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., head of the congressional inaugural committee, said in a statement.