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Ukrainian parties at the rest area: residents fear escalation!
Anklam struggles with party noise and garbage problems at the water hiking rest area. Citizens demand action and a solution with bollards.
Ukrainian parties at the rest area: residents fear escalation!
Something is brewing at the water hiking rest area on the Peene near Sophienhof. Loud Northern Courier Residents recently expressed their concerns urgently at the local council meeting. The rest area, which used to be a picturesque stop for boat tourists and canoeists, is increasingly coming into focus. Since the summer of 2024, residents have been feeling the effects of the influx of refugees from Ukraine. This does not leave its mark on the former idyll.
Noise pollution from nightly parties and an increasing garbage problem are putting a strain on residents. More and more people are using the parties as an opportunity to gather there; Up to 64 guests have already been counted, some of whom come from surrounding cities such as Demmin and Rostock. The sight of rubbish around the rest area not only worries residents, but also raises the question of whether there is a risk of a rat infestation. The concerns are not unfounded, as the use of the rest area by water hikers has declined sharply in recent months.
Suggestions and measures
The residents demanded a solution to the tense conditions, but the proposals to restrict the rest area to water hikers did not find a majority. Critics were skeptical about the legal feasibility of such ideas. Given the limited controls by the public order office and the police, the pressure on the city council to find solutions is increasing.
A possible way out could be a structural solution. The city plans to install three lockable bollards 200 meters in front of the rest area to regulate access. This measure should be implemented as quickly as possible, without a lengthy consultation process. A new parking lot for visitors is to be set up on a meadow in the village to relieve pressure on the access roads. The city representative president has already given the green light for this project.
Background information
What exactly is a water hiking rest area? Loud Wikipedia These are boat jetties that are specifically designed for recreational boating. The length of stay for water hikers is limited here and the number of berths is usually limited. The facilities vary greatly and the infrastructure, such as sanitary facilities and electricity and water supplies, is often not fully developed.
The situation at the water hiking rest area in Sophienhof is also an example of how migration and the associated challenges are brought to the attention of public institutions. Water and sanitation are key issues around the world BMZ are often linked to conflicts. In regions with shortages, inadequate water and sanitation can not only increase poverty, but also undermine trust in state institutions.
The current situation at the water hiking rest area not only represents local challenges, but also reflects larger social and infrastructural problems. How the city council will react to this situation remains to be seen - the residents are certainly looking forward to the developments.