A support gala was held last summer to address the most urgent renovation needs at Storön's folk park in Sveg, but the 70,000 kronor raised did not go far, and this winter, the buildings have continued to deteriorate further. In the spring, a renovation of all exterior facades can finally begin because the county administrative board has now decided to grant the folk park regional development funds of nearly 900,000 kronor. 4 million kronor.
Several sponsors have together promised to cover the remaining amount. To avoid losing revenue, the folk park will continue with planned events this summer despite the renovation work. Currently, the folk park is mostly used for rentals for weddings, parties and celebrations, rehearsal space for youth, flea markets and other things, and the hope is to start with more events and activities after the renovation.
It cannot be ruled out that more work than currently known may arise when the renovation begins. Regional development funds can be applied for in areas affected by the expansion of hydropower, and the money should primarily go to repairs of damages that have occurred due to water regulation. In addition, it is also possible to apply for regional development funds for investments that are of general benefit to the area, with the municipality prioritizing applications and the county administrative board making the final decision on how the money should be distributed.