Nature conservation or progress? The debate about the freshmen in St. Pölten
Nature conservation or progress? The debate about the freshmen in St. Pölten
In St. Pölten, a controversial project ensures heated discussions among the residents. A planned freshlage in the south of the city is sharply criticized by the citizens' initiative "Bodenschutz St. Pölten". The matter escalated after a flood event, which led to the establishment of a petition. Within just 2.5 weeks, citizens collected over 7,000 signatures in order to be able to protest against the construction of the warehouse. It is particularly noteworthy that 6,252 of these signatures come from Lower Austria.
The spokeswoman for the initiative, Romana Drexler, points out that the construction of the Rewe warehouse could have negative effects on natural retention areas that are important for flood protection. "The planned flood protection only serves the security of the warehouse and not the general public," said Drexler. You and her fellow campaigners also fear an increase in traffic in the region, which could bring additional burdens for residents.
South Sea as additional protection
The city administration sees it differently. According to official statements, the development of the location in combination with other projects would improve flood protection. This flood project has already been applied for. In addition, the city plans to create a local recreation area, known as the "South Pacific". This should not only serve for leisure activities, but also act as an environmental protection measure and protect the urban area of floods.
The city administration also emphasizes the economic advantages of the planned freshness center. Such a center in the heart of Lower Austria can create jobs and ensure efficient and environmentally friendly food supply. In the event of emergencies, such as a blackout, a reliable food supplier could be an advantage nearby. The city emphasizes this and refers to the positive effects that such a warehouse could have for the region.
dexler and the citizens' initiative, on the other hand, remain skeptical. They are determined to hand over their signatures of the state government and continue to fight against the project. The commitment of the citizens shows how important the residents of environmental protection and quality of life are in their city.
In a time when sustainability and environmental protection always come into focus, it remains to be seen how this conflict between the interests of the city administration and the concerns of the citizens will develop. Information on this topic can be found in the detailed report on www.noen.at can be read.