Construction timeline for the "Syrovaty" sports school project stretches beyond the two-year mark, with completion looking doubtful.
In the bustling city of Aktau, known for its port development and industrial facilities, a sports school project has become the centre of a local controversy.
Abai Kurmanbek, the site supervisor, reported that the work under the asphalt, lighting, kiosks, and a children's playground are almost complete but cannot be finished due to the sports school's heating works not being completed. The project, which cost the local budget 721 million tenge, has been ongoing for two years.
Officials have assured that the sports school will be commissioned by October, but the construction process has not been smooth. The contracting organization representative, Arman Zhanaliev, stated that many nuances had to be re-agreed during the construction, and some parts of the construction, specifically the engineering networks and electricity, had to be changed.
These changes have led to delays and complications. The construction of the sports school has delayed the landscaping of a nearby courtyard. Moreover, workers during the construction reportedly damaged a heat pipeline, potentially putting local residents at risk of being left without heating in the winter. Residents of an adjacent residential complex have been living in ruins for two years due to the prolonged construction.
The builder of the sports school is supposed to compensate for any damage caused, but residents claim that work that could affect the building's foundation is still ongoing, despite earlier reports stating it had been stopped.
The initial project for the sports school was reportedly "raw" according to Zhanaliev. This is not the first time a construction project in Aktau has faced controversy. Previously, a renovation of the basement in the "Uyut" residential complex in Astana also turned into a scandal.
Local resident Elizabeth Domalega has expressed dissatisfaction with the construction, stating that the builders are of poor quality and that the company hired them cheaply. Residents have collected signatures and prepared a petition to higher authorities, demanding that the renovation in Astana be completely stopped.
However, there is no widely reported information on a controversy specifically about the construction of a sports school in Aktau, nor detailed information on impacts on residents or compensation plans related to such an issue. It may be that this development is not yet widely reported or may require local sources for detailed coverage.
Despite these challenges, it is worth noting that recent large projects in the Aktau region, such as expansions in port infrastructure, container hubs, and land reclamation, have reportedly been carried out with minimal disruption to port operations during construction phases. Official legal and governmental proceedings suggest Kazakhstan is engaged in resolving foreign investment and legal disputes actively, saving resources and maintaining investment attractiveness.
In conclusion, the construction of the sports school in Aktau has been a source of frustration for local residents, who have had to endure delays, damage to their homes, and living conditions. The specific impacts on Aktau residents and compensation plans cannot be confirmed or elaborated due to the lack of detailed data on the sports school controversy. It is hoped that the issues surrounding this project will be resolved promptly and that future construction projects in Aktau will be carried out with greater care and transparency.
- Despite the ongoing controversy surrounding the sports school project in Aktau, some experts hope that future sports facilities, such as a football field, will be constructed with greater care and transparency to avoid similar issues.
- The delay in completing the asphalt, lighting, kiosks, and a children's playground for the sports school in Aktau, coupled with reported damage to a heat pipeline, has led some residents to question the quality of sports facilities throughout the city, including football fields.
