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Brück train station in transition: renovation, rental interest and data protection problems
Renovation of the Brück train station in Potsdam-Mittelmark: interior work begins, investments controversial, data protection hinders video surveillance.
Brück train station in transition: renovation, rental interest and data protection problems
The renovation of the historic train station in Brück is now really gaining momentum. The listed building, which was built in 1907, is in the final phase of interior construction. The station was taken over by the city seven years ago. A lot is being done here with investments of over one million euros, which, according to the city council, are not entirely unpopular. Matthias Schimanowski from Pro Brück expresses a lack of understanding about the protection of municipal property and the associated reluctance. It seems that many applicants have their eye on the rental space on the ground floor.
Barrier-free access is created here for waiting travelers, including disabled-accessible toilets, while the ground floor itself is intended more for commercial tenants. However, there are no plans for offices for the police or the mayor. The wastewater association will use the upper floors. But there is also a downer: the goods shed of around 60 square meters remains unused and is waiting for interested parties.
Redevelopment and safety concerns
The external appearance of the station has already undergone extensive renovation from 2022 to 2023. This included cleaning the masonry and removing graffiti that was repeatedly applied during construction work. Windows and doors have been replaced and barred in coordination with the monument protection authority to increase security. Meanwhile, entrepreneur Stefanie Lieske complains about vandalism and break-ins because the existing security measures such as barred windows and alarm technology are not sufficient.
Video surveillance is a very vexing topic: Although Deutsche Bahn has installed over 11,000 cameras at train stations nationwide and has thus significantly increased the rate of solving crimes, video surveillance is not being introduced at Brück station for data protection reasons. This would require high costs of between 150,000 and 250,000 euros annually, which the city is apparently afraid of. Instead, recommendations are made for more lighting and the presence of police and security services. By the way, installing dummy cameras is prohibited - a point that annoys affected residents and businesses.
| Remedial measures | Cost | funding |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning and reworking of the masonry | approximately €550,000 | approximately €360,000 from the ministry |
| Renewal of windows and doors | ||
| Graffiti removal |
In this mixed situation, it remains to be seen how the situation around Brück train station will develop. What is clear is that the community here needs to keep its finger on the pulse in the truest sense of the word in order to meet the needs of both travelers and the business community. Digital and traditional craftsmanship come together here – and the solution will probably require a good hand.
Further information on the work and developments at Brück station can be found in the reports from maz online and Bridge office. Deutsche Bahn has also published important information about video technology, which can be found at deutschebahn.com can be found.