Refugee accommodation in Göhren: Citizens are concerned about new neighbors!

Refugee accommodation in Göhren: Citizens are concerned about new neighbors!

A former hotel in Göhren, near Woldegk, is now becoming accommodation for refugees! The social head of the Mecklenburg Lake District, Löffler, announced that a Syrian family with children will be the first resident. This decision was made during an information event for the citizens who met with great interest - over 50 inhabitants were present, which almost half of the population of Göhren.

The new accommodation can accommodate up to 50 people, but the situation is tense: many existing accommodations in the district are already full. Löffler emphasized that the circle can operate the facility even without the consent of the residents. The mayor of Woldegk, Hyna, expressed sharp concerns about the accommodation. He criticized the inadequate connection to public transport and the lack of doctors as well as shopping in the area. Ukrainians were previously housed in the hotel, but now it is becoming the new home for refugees from Syria.

a controversial project

The conversion of the hotel ensures mixed feelings in the community. While some citizens support the decision, there are also many who are concerned about the effects on the infrastructure and the quality of life on site. The discussion about refugee accommodation shows how important it is to reconcile the needs of the residents and the newcomers. The situation remains tense and the coming weeks will show how the integration of the refugees will develop into the small community.