The Componistenkwartier was built between 1945 and 1960. Around 3,500 people live in 1,700 homes there. The heart of the neighbourhood is Schubertplein, where the shops are also located. The area is very green. To the east of the neighbourhood lies Zuiderpark, and to the south is Malkenschoten sports park.
Most residents find life in this neighbourhood pleasant and friendly. There is a strong sense of community. Many people are actively involved in voluntary work and informal care. At the same time, the neighbourhood is changing. Long-standing residents are making way for newcomers. It remains important to maintain strong ties between residents – young and old alike.
Residents love the abundance of greenery in and around the Componistenkwartier. However, maintenance is needed in public spaces – for example, to tackle overhanging bushes and uneven pavements. Schubertplein could also do with a makeover. With more greenery, good parking spaces and better walking routes. There are also opportunities here for a wider range of shops. Furthermore, there are opportunities in Zuiderpark for more sports facilities and a better hangout for young people.
In some parts of the neighbourhood, there are road safety issues. Some junctions are difficult to see around. There are also places where people drive too fast. In addition, residents lack public transport around Schubertplein. For example, a bus to the hospital.
Finally, many people are struggling with high energy bills. This is because many homes are not properly insulated. There is much to be gained from making homes more sustainable.
Together with residents and a wide range of organisations, we will be tackling these and other issues. ‘Contributors’ play an important role in this. These are residents who want to actively contribute their ideas and get involved. We have drawn up a plan of action setting out the measures we will be taking over the coming years.
The following areas will receive particular attention. First and foremost, we are working on the social environment. This will ensure that the Componistenkwartier remains a friendly neighbourhood. We are looking into whether local amenities, such as the range of shops, can be improved. Where necessary, we are refurbishing public spaces. We are tackling road safety and mobility issues, such as public transport. And, together with residents, we are exploring ways to make homes more sustainable, so that energy costs can be reduced.
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Objective |
Action/Point for attention |
Who |
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Good care and support in the neighbourhood |
We are identifying which organisations and businesses in the neighbourhood are active in the fields of care and welfare. We organise a meeting for them twice a year. In this way, we aim to strengthen cooperation between these parties. |
Neighbourhood coordinator, local authority, social partners, social entrepreneurs |
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Maintaining social cohesion |
Together, we organise a wide range of activities designed to strengthen the bond between young and old. We are actively seeking more young volunteers who would like to get involved. And we support the Zuiderpark Festival. |
Community coordinator, local council, neighbourhood police officer, Samen055, De Goede Woning, Zuid Doet Samen, Apeldoorn Pakt Aan, Maasstraat Community Centre |
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Better exercise facilities in the neighbourhood |
We’re finding out what the neighbourhood would like to see in terms of physical activity. We’re also sharing a ‘travel time map’ with the neighbourhood. It shows how long it takes to walk or cycle to different places. That helps people to be more active. |
Sportservice, the local council, the Apeldoorn Walking Platform |
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Reducing poverty in the neighbourhood |
We’ll be talking to residents to find out where poverty is an issue. We’ll help people living in poverty to access the right support. Together with the neighbourhood team, we’ll look at what else is needed. |
Local Authority, Samen055 |
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Friendly and safe Zuiderpark |
We’re raising awareness of activities in Zuiderpark. For example, by producing an events calendar for young and old alike. And we’re working with young people to find a suitable place for them to hang out. In this way, we’re reducing the nuisance at the Cruyff Court. |
Stimenz, Sportservice, the local police officer, partners in and around the park |
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Making better use of the sports ground Malkenschoten |
Residents can make more active use of Malkenschoten. We’re putting together a programme of activities for young and old. We’re also looking for more activity leaders for the Sportservice’s activities. That way, more people can take part. In addition, there’ll be a pump track where you can, for example, skate and do stunt scooter tricks. |
Sports Service, local council, contributors |
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A lovely, green public space with good play areas |
Together with local residents, we’re looking at ways to make the neighbourhood greener. We also take residents’ ideas into account when improving things like roads and pavements. And we’re investigating whether the outdoor play areas need extra maintenance. |
Local authority, De Goede Woning, partners |
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Safe crossings and junctions |
We are looking into ways of making the Arnhemseweg crossing safer. We are also making the Ravenweg/Hofveld junction safer. To this end, we are optimising the traffic lights. |
Municipality |
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Sustainable homes with affordable energy bills |
We’re heading into the neighbourhood to help residents make their homes more sustainable. We’re also looking into their concerns about energy costs. Together, we’ll help to bring those costs down. |
Local Council, Energy Point, De Goede Woning |
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Objective |
Action/Point for attention |
Who |
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Schubertplein as an attractive meeting place |
We’re going to work with local businesses on Schubertplein: • We are working to establish an active business association. • We are looking into how we can improve the range of shops on offer. • We’re making the square more colourful, for example with plants. • We’ll make it easier for you to park. • We are looking at how we can improve our supply chain. • We are improving the footpath from Sainte Marie to the square. |
KVO, local authority |
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Fewer parking problems and better public transport |
Residents are experiencing parking problems in the neighbourhood. They also feel there is a lack of public transport. They have put forward all sorts of ideas to address this, such as a neighbourhood bus to the hospital. We are going to look into these ideas and explore what smart solutions are available. |
Local authority, contributors |
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