haarlemsdagbladMar 10, 2026, 05:52

Velsen Municipality reverses decision: 5,000 glass ornamental fish will not return to Kromhoutstraat in IJmuiden due to high costs and budget pressure

The municipality of Velsen has decided not to reinstall 5,000 glass decorative fish on Kromhoutstraat in IJmuiden due to high costs and budget constraints. This decision reverses a commitment made in 2020 to restore the artwork on the concrete retaining wall.

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