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Citizens' petition against new refugee accommodation started in Schwerin!
Mayor Badenschier is planning a second refugee accommodation in Schwerin. Citizens collect signatures for the decision.
Citizens' petition against new refugee accommodation started in Schwerin!
In Schwerin, the planned expansion of the shared accommodation for refugees on Hamburger Allee is causing some discussion. Mayor Rico Badenschier (SPD) has initiated the construction of a second accommodation on this street in order to relieve the existing facility. According to the information from Uckermark courier There has already been approval from the state as a financier, and a rental agreement has been concluded with the Schwerin Housing Association (WGS). The decision aims to increase the number of accommodation spaces in Hamburger Allee from 200 to up to 380.
However, the planned measure is met with massive resistance in the Dreesch districts. How Schwerin local reported, the district representatives of Großer Dreesch, Neu Zippendorf and Mueßer Holz are calling for an alternative location. These voices argue that the local social infrastructure is not sufficient to integrate an additional 150 people seeking protection.
Citizens' initiative as a form of protest
As the initiators also note, there are already suggestions for alternative accommodation options, for example the Europa Hotel in Schwerin-Süd. Heiko Steinmüller, a non-attached city representative, also suggested this option. Despite the protests, Badenschier remains convinced of his position and sees expansion as the most economical solution.
Legal framework
The legal framework for accepting refugees is not insignificant. Loud bpb.de The municipalities, even if they are part of the country, are restricted in their freedom of decision. Municipalities must take EU law and national laws into account when accepting refugees, but can act independently within their areas of responsibility.
The emotional debate about refugee accommodation in Schwerin shows once again how complex and important it is to deal with this issue. On the one hand there is the need to adapt to increasing numbers of refugees, and on the other hand there are the concerns and needs of citizens. Regardless of the outcome of the citizens' initiative, the question remains how to create a harmonious integration of refugees while at the same time meeting the wishes and needs of the local population.