In Pori, members of the Finns Party have expressed their fears that the new main library's development schedule will overshadow the long-awaited plans for renovating indoor sports facilities. The city council had previously decided in the autumn that both the library and sports facilities would receive principle decisions in the coming spring to inform budgetary decisions in June. This timeline is crucial for ensuring that both projects remain on track for development.

During a recent city council meeting, representatives from the Finns Party raised their concerns after the city presented possibilities for the new main library. They emphasized that last year it was agreed that both projects would advance concurrently, and it is critical that the development of indoor sports facilities is not neglected. Anssi Salmi, the chair of the Finns Party council group, stated their commitment to this agreement, highlighting that the enhancement of sports facilities has been a key goal for the party for around fifteen years.

The detail shared during the city council discussions revealed that plans for a new sports hall were already in place, but implementation has faced delays. The consecutive prioritization of the library development over the sports facilities has raised questions about the fulfillment of promises made to the community. As the city manager attempts to reassure the council and the public that both projects can coexist harmoniously, the tension underscores the ongoing balancing act between cultural investments and community recreational needs in Pori.