Board chooses new building scenario for Schaersvoorde Slingelaan
The Municipal Executive of Aalten chooses new construction as a future-proof solution for the Schaersvoorde building on the Slingelaan. Research shows that the costs for temporary housing and relocation with renovation are so high that new construction is much more attractive. New construction offers the chance to realize a modern school building that meets the requirements of our time and the school's vision. Where the new school building can be located will be carefully examined in the coming period.
Before a site is chosen and a design process can begin, the college is asking the City Council for credit for follow-up research. This will include investigating possible locations and filling the new building.
Research and outcomes
The decision is based on a broad feasibility study conducted by ICSadviseurs. This study looked at the need for space, the structural and functional condition of the current building and the costs of renovation and new construction. This also included the future educational vision of Schaersvoorde.
The feasibility study also briefly looked at expansion possibilities next to the Schaersvoorde Stationsplein location on Landbouwstraat. It fits, but it doesn't hold up. Therefore, the municipality will look more broadly than this location alone. The follow-up study should reveal the best location.
Step into the future
A good learning environment, climate control (a major bottleneck in the current building) and flexibility of use are the main priorities for the new building. In this way it can also be examined whether the building can fulfill a broader social function in the future. Think of combinations with cultural or social institutions.
Alderman Rik van Lochem on the plans: "Students and employees deserve a pleasant and healthy learning environment. With the choice for new construction we can finally do something about the problems in the current building. At the same time, it offers opportunities to think about cooperation with other social or cultural functions. In this way we invest not only in good education, but also in the future of our community."
Follow-up and participation
On Sept. 30, the City Council will decide on the proposal for follow-up studies for the new building. As soon as more is clear about possible locations, the municipality will actively involve the surrounding area in the further explorations. A participation plan will be drawn up so that those involved can contribute ideas about the content and opportunities for the new building. The progress will be shared via the municipal news and other communication channels of the municipality.