The construction of the community center in Třebíč could begin in the spring of 2018

Třebíč - In the spring of 2018, the reconstruction of the decaying Art Nouveau building of the former Třebíč cinema Moravia could begin. However, this depends on whether the city receives a grant from the European IROP program, which it applied for last week. Otherwise, according to Mayor Pavel Janata (KDU-ČSL), it will be forced to look for other sources. According to the city hall's plan, a community center with clubs and a hall for the activities of municipal associations and various interest organizations should be created in the building.

"The building needs fundamental construction modifications; it has been decaying for a long time. Among other things, it is necessary to remove inappropriate partitions and other structures, replace technical networks, and adapt the design to the needs of the community center," said councilor Pavel Heřman (election "TR") to ČTK.

The city will know by early 2017 whether it has succeeded with the application. Then work would immediately begin on acquiring a project, and the reconstruction could start in early 2018. "The repair is expected to cost around 45 million crowns. The grant can reach a maximum of 20 million crowns, with the city covering the rest from its budget," Heřman added.

Cinema Moravia, which was the oldest cinema in Třebíč, ceased operations ten years ago due to low attendance. In a city of 36,400 inhabitants, only the more modern Pasáž cinema remained. The city attempted to sell the old cinema building. The city council approved a private investor who offered nine million crowns for it several years ago. However, he failed to secure a loan for his intention and ultimately did not sign the purchase contract.