Lokeren wants to better assist youth organizations with the renovation and construction of facilities: "Great need for"

Lokeren aims to enhance support for youth associations in renovating or building their facilities by establishing a dedicated contact point. This initiative addresses the challenges faced by associations, including financial constraints and stricter regulations. Sarah Poppe, the local youth alderman, emphasizes the need for comprehensive guidance throughout the renovation process. The city has identified several sites for potential support and aims to provide expertise from initial concepts to financing. The youth council also backs this initiative, highlighting the necessity for improved insulation and compliance with energy performance certificates in existing facilities. Plans will be presented to associations at a youth council meeting.