First experiences with the Kjoep are positive
Youth meeting place Kjoep has fared well in the neighborhood in its first few months. On December 12 there was an evaluation evening in the school building of St. John Baptist. There it appeared that all involved are positive about the Kjoep.
There have been no reports of nuisance. The young people talk to each other about littering, which keeps the Kjoep looking neat. By the way, since the temperature outside has dropped, the Kjoep is a bit quieter. Present at the evaluation were members of the working group, the neighborhood manager, the neighborhood police officer, the youth officers, the neighborhood prevention team, some young people and a local resident. From the conversation it was concluded that the placement of the Kjoep was well prepared and that the wishes and needs of all involved were well taken into account. Of course, the Kjoep continues to be closely monitored so that the experience remains positive in the future. Next year after the summer, when the Kjoep has been standing for a year, a new evaluation moment will be scheduled.
The Kjoep will be temporarily removed starting Monday, December 19. This is to prevent damage by fireworks. In the middle of January the Kjoep will be put back in its place on the Schoolstraat.