Marketplace stall indefinitely shut down in Bottrop district
Got a Bummer for Bottrop's Market Quarter Kiosk
Things ain't looking too grand for the Market Quarter Kiosk in the heart of Bottrop city. The construction site squatted right outside its door and it's making it tough for them to keep the lights on, maybe even forever.
Five years back, a bunch of folks including Christina Fischer, Thorsten Franke, David Schraven, and others threw open the Market Quarter Kiosk in the former Schlüssel Bohne retail space, situated right smack in Kirchplatz 4. But now, a notice on the shop door, and couple of social media posts, tell the sad tale that the Market Quarter Kiosk is shutting up shop indefinitely, possibly for good.
The sign on the door puts it plain and simple - "whether - and if so - when we will reopen is unclear."
Construction Site and Emergency Measures Dragging Things Down
Looks like the culprits are the guys busy setting up a construction site right outside the shop entrance. According to the city, it's an emergency fix they gotta do thanks to some damage to the district heating pipeline. Work started this week and they're expecting it to run for around three weeks.
The pavement in the area between the Market Quarter Kiosk and St. Cyriakus Church is certainly torn up, and the construction site's right there. It's doable to get around, but there ain't much wiggle room.
The kiosk team lays it out - "we're blocked and the kiosk is no longer economically viable." With uncertainty hanging around how long the construction will go on, they're operating day-by-day.
Saying Goodbye, for Now
The kiosk operators just can't sugarcoat it - "we're sorry to say it. The lights are going out. We've always tried to push against the decline, but at some point, it's just not doable anymore. The construction site's now the final straw for us."
For those who sprinted by on Saturdays, there's still some hope. The operators announced a new plan Thursday - in partnership with the market master, they've figured out a way to keep the coffee cart running as usual, relocated close to its regular spot. Plus, they'll open the kiosk during market hours on Saturdays too.
Bottrop's Brewing New School Landscape with Containers
While we're on the topic of Bottrop, there's this too. Containers are shaping up the city's school landscape for the foreseeable future. Cyclists, however, aren't loving what they see. Looks like some more Bottrop students are about to spend their days in containers as well.
Also, some Essener YouTubers caused a fuss, which led to a police intervention at the Tetraeder. Seems like Bottrop ain't lacking in excitement, even with a temporary loss at the Market Quarter Kiosk.
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Financial Hardship for Small-businesses Affected by ConstructionIn light of the ongoing construction site outside the Market Quarter Kiosk, it becomes apparent that this small-business, and possibly others, are facing financial difficulties due to the reduced foot traffic and tight operating conditions.
Struggling Small-business Owners Seek AlternativesWith the dire situation at the Market Quarter Kiosk, the operators are looking for alternative solutions to keep their small-business afloat, such as relocating their coffee cart during market hours on Saturdays to continue serving their customers.
