Stede Broec allocates €828,000 to restore vital athletics track for competitions and training
Residents of Stede Broec and surrounding areas will soon regain access to a safe, modern athletics track. The €828,221 renovation, set to begin this year, will restore a key sports facility, enabling competitions and training for local athletes and schools.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Investment Amount | €828,221 |
| Location | SAV athletics track, Stede Broec |
| Reason for Renovation | Track declared unfit for use by Royal Dutch Athletics Federation (2025) |
| Current Status | Dispensation for training use until end of 2026 |
| Expected Completion | Autumn 2026 |
| Lifespan of New Track | ~15 years |
| Decision Date | 23 April 2026 (Municipal Council) |
| Tender Start | Q2 2026 |
| Renovation Phases | Q3 2026 |
The municipality of Stede Broec is responsible for maintaining local sports infrastructure, ensuring facilities meet safety and usability standards. This renovation aligns with their role in promoting public health, social cohesion, and regional sports development.
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Investment in renovation of SAV athletics track
The municipal executive is requesting the municipal council to allocate an investment budget of €828,221. This will enable the municipality to carry out the previously planned accelerated renovation of the track. If the municipal council approves the proposal on 23 April, the tendering process can begin and the track will be ready for use again later this year.
Renovation necessary
The athletics track of SAV was declared unfit for competitions and training by the Royal Dutch Athletics Federation (Atletiekunie) in March 2025. The Atletiekunie granted the municipality of Stede Broec a dispensation for the use of the athletics track for training until the end of 2026. Cracks and potholes make the track unsafe for athletes. After the renovation, the track will again be suitable for both training and official competitions. In this way, the municipality is investing in a future-proof sports facility for Stede Broec and the surrounding area. The track plays an important role in the regional sports infrastructure and contributes to health, social interaction and cohesion.
Following the renovation, SAV, SSV and the schools in Stede Broec will be able to organise competitions and expand their activities.
With this renovation, we ensure that the athletics track in Stede Broec is future-proof once again. This will allow athletes of all ages to continue training and organising competitions, and we will contribute to a vibrant and healthy sports culture in Stede Broec. The fact that this coincides with SAV’s 75th anniversary makes it all the more special.
Collaboration and implementation
The renovation plans were drawn up in close collaboration with SAV and with advice from the Atletiekunie. The Requirements Programme clearly specifies what is needed in terms of safety, usability and sustainability. The new track will have a high-quality finish and is expected to have a lifespan of around 15 years. The work will be put out to tender. The actual costs of the renovation will depend on the tenders submitted.
Planning and follow-up
On Tuesday 14 April 2026, the committee will discuss the proposal, after which the municipal council will make its decision on Thursday 23 April 2026. Both meetings are open to the public, begin at 8:00 PM and can be followed live and afterwards via stedebroec.raadsinformatie.nl.
If the municipal council approves the proposal, the tendering procedure will start in the second quarter of 2026. The renovation will then be carried out in phases in the third quarter of 2026. The renovated athletics track is expected to be ready for use again in the autumn of 2026, at the start of the new season.