Confusion over new Oud Osdorp signs: I've lived in Geuzenveld for 70 years

The installation of new signs marking the area as Oud Osdorp has caused confusion among long-time residents of Geuzenveld. Many locals, some of whom have lived in the area for decades, are bewildered by the boundary lines and the implications of the new signage. Adding to the frustration is the back of the signs, which indicate Amsterdam, creating a perception that the area lies outside the city despite its clear location within the municipality. The residents feel these new indicators create unnecessary divisions and inaccuracies regarding their neighborhood identity.

Historically, the name Oud Osdorp refers to the rural village that existed long before the development of the surrounding modern districts. The initiative to place the signs came from the Sloten-Oud Osdorp village council to highlight the area's cultural and historical value. While the municipal government supported the project to honor this history, they have acknowledged the complaints from the community. Officials have stated they take these concerns seriously and are currently evaluating the placement of the signs, though a date for an official unveiling remains unannounced.