Wierden invests in sustainable future for Zwembad De Kolk to keep it open for two more decades
Residents of Wierden can look forward to a modernized and sustainable Zwembad De Kolk, as the municipality plans to extend its lifespan by 20 years. The upgrade will improve facilities and comfort, though the pool will close temporarily for renovations.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Zwembad De Kolk, Wierden, Overijssel |
| Age of Facility | Over 30 years old |
| Proposed Lifespan Extension | Approximately 20 years |
| Research Budget | €40,000 |
| Closure Duration | 6 to 8 months |
| Decision-Maker | Municipal council of Wierden |
| Key Upgrades | Renewed installations, upgraded changing rooms, showers, and facilities |
| Current Status | Proposal submitted by the executive board; council decision pending |
The municipality of Wierden is responsible for maintaining local public facilities, including sports and recreational infrastructure like Zwembad De Kolk. Its role involves ensuring these facilities meet community needs while balancing sustainability and budgetary constraints.
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Council aims to future-proof Zwembad De Kolk swimming pool
The executive board of the mayor and aldermen of the municipality of Wierden has decided to propose to the municipal council that Zwembad De Kolk swimming pool be made more sustainable, extending its lifespan by approximately twenty years. The board also intends to allocate a research budget of €40,000 to further develop this plan.
Research and decision
Zwembad De Kolk is over thirty years old and nearing the end of its technical lifespan. The municipality therefore commissioned research into four future scenarios: maintaining the current facility, making it more sustainable, adapting it, or building a new one. The option of closure without replacement was also considered. Based on this research, the board has chosen to make the current swimming pool more sustainable.
The swimming pool is an important facility for residents, who use it for swimming lessons, sports, and social gatherings. Keeping the pool open therefore carried significant weight in the decision.
Alderman Hans ter Keurst said: “As the board, we explicitly considered what this means for our residents. Swimming is important for sport, health, and swimming safety. That is why we consciously chose a scenario in which Zwembad De Kolk remains open and is ready for the future.”
What does this mean?
In the chosen scenario, the installations will be renewed and various parts of the swimming pool, such as changing rooms, showers, and other facilities, will be upgraded. This will improve comfort for visitors and make the building more sustainable.
During the work, the swimming pool will be temporarily closed. The expected duration of the closure is approximately six to eight months. The planning will take into account measures to minimise disruption for visitors.
Next steps
The municipal council will soon make a decision on the board’s proposal. If the council approves it, the plan will be further developed. The municipality has already set aside a budget for the renovation of Zwembad De Kolk.