Wildervank playground gets €250,000 makeover with neighborhood input
Residents and pupils in Wildervank can now shape the future of their local playground, as a €250,000 renovation project kicks off. The upgraded space will replace outdated equipment and serve as a community hub for years to come.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Groen van Prinstererlaan, Wildervank |
| Budget | €250,000 |
| Municipality | Veendam |
| Key Stakeholders | Alderman Bert Wierenga, odab Westerschool pupils, local residents |
| Current Phase | Co-creation: finalizing design |
| Timeline | Renovation underway (2026) |
The municipality of Veendam oversees local infrastructure, including playgrounds, ensuring safe and modern recreational spaces for residents. This project reflects its commitment to community-driven development and youth engagement.
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Renovation of playground at Groen van Prinstererlaan in Wildervank underway
The renovation of the playground on Groen van Prinstererlaan in Wildervank officially began this morning. With the ceremonial unveiling of the so-called co-creation board, Alderman Bert Wierenga and school principal Han-Rogier de Vrij, along with pupils from the adjacent odab Westerschool, gave the green light for the next phase: jointly finalizing the design.
Last year, the municipal council allocated €250,000 to enhance the quality of playgrounds in the municipality of Veendam. The playground on Groen van Prinstererlaan, which is heavily used by local children and pupils from the nearby odab Westerschool, is set to be renovated soon. Among other changes, the current play equipment will be replaced.
The entire neighborhood can contribute ideas
Based on previously gathered wishes, a preliminary design has been created. This design can be viewed via the QR code on the co-creation board. Local residents and school pupils can share their ideas and suggestions. In this way, everyone is helping to create a space that young and old can enjoy for years to come.
Alderman Bert Wierenga: “This place is the vibrant heart of the neighborhood. Given that so many children play here daily, we find it important to work together with them and the community to develop a future-proof playground.”
In the photo: school principal Han-Rogier de Vrij, Alderman Bert Wierenga, and one of the youngest and one of the oldest pupils from odab Westerschool.