Groningen residents want a fountain on the Grote Markt

Groningen residents are in favor of a fountain on the Grote Markt. At least, that is the outcome of the ‘public consultation’ held by Night Mayor Chris Garrit. Nearly 80 percent of the participants voted in favor of the plan.

1,733 cast their votes. 79.05 percent were in favor of a fountain, against 18.93 percent, and just over 2 percent had no opinion.

Garrit He wants to consult with the municipality about whether and how a fountain can be installed. As far as he is concerned, there should be a competition for architects and artists for the design.

Text source: oogtv.nl
Image: Fish Market fountain circa 1914