The residents of the settlements of Prvča and Polje have expressed strong dissatisfaction with the plans for a waste management centre. The local community is opposing the site towards which the project is directed, stressing that the project was not previously presented to them nor were they included in the discussions regarding its implementation.
The key reason for concern is the proximity of the planned site. According to available data, the proposed construction site is only 500 metres from the settlement of Prvča and 700 metres from the settlement of Polje. This proximity has caused serious concern among the local population, who believe that the construction could have negative consequences for their daily living environment.
The project, which covers an area of 53 hectares, is intended as a regional solution. However, the local community feels that their rights and safety have been overlooked in this process. Although the project is designed as a regional solution, the residents feel that their voices have not been heard, which creates tension between the local community and the planners.
In addition to opposing the location, the residents are expressing concern about the potential ecological consequences. They are also worried about the potential social and economic consequences that such a large infrastructural intervention could have on their community. These issues, while part of a broader context, remain central to understanding the local perspective and the need for additional consideration and compromise in future plans.
