Reformation Day: Many facilities close - changes to waste!

Reformation Day: Many facilities close - changes to waste!

On October 31, 2024, Reformation Day, numerous municipal facilities in Göttingen will remain closed. Both the New Town Hall and other important offices are not accessible to citizens on this holiday. In this context, it is worth mentioning that the Old Town Hall, the Municipal Library on Gotmarstrasse and the Municipal Museum on Ritterplan will also not be open.

However, the tourist information center at the market will remain available on this day for limited opening hours from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This might be of interest to travelers or citizens looking for information about things to do and see in the city. The reduced service on this holiday underlines the special significance of Reformation Day.

Changes in waste disposal

In addition, there are important changes regarding waste disposal in Göttingen. Due to the holiday, the pickup dates are postponed: Thursday pickup will be moved to Friday, November 1st. Collections will also be postponed from Friday to Saturday, November 2nd. These adjustments are intended to help citizens plan their waste disposal effectively, despite the holiday closures.

It is crucial for citizens to be informed about such changes in order to avoid any possible misunderstandings regarding waste disposal. Therefore, reasonable and timely information, as disseminated by the city administration, is of great importance.

The city administration has also found a modern way to communicate important news and information to citizens. Subscribers can conveniently receive the city's news on their smartphones via messenger services such as Telegram and Notify. These services are free and require a simple registration. This makes it easier for citizens to receive current information without having to rely on traditional media.

Another useful tool is Verwalti, the city administration’s digital pilot. As a virtual helper, he is available to citizens to answer simple inquiries and forward them to the right contact person. This service-oriented approach shows the city administration's desire to modernize and facilitate contact with the population.

If you have any further questions or suggestions regarding this communication, citizens are encouraged to send their opinions by email to meineMeinung@goettingen.de. This allows the responsible specialist services to learn directly about citizens' inquiries or concerns and respond to them.

Overall, this communication highlights the special features of Reformation Day in Göttingen and the associated changes in the public service sector. The city administration not only ensures compliance with holiday regulations, but also ensures that citizens receive the necessary information to find their way during this time.

For further details and up-to-date information on opening times, you can visit the city's website, which serves as a central source of information for all questions. The population is encouraged to actively inform themselves and use the available digital offerings to stay up to date.