Community peaks in Burgenland: New plans for financial support!

Community peaks in Burgenland: New plans for financial support!

Burgenland, Österreich - On March 24, 2025, the "community summit" takes place in Burgenland. Numerous community managers are expected to this meeting called by Governor Hans Peter Doskozil (SPÖ). The main topic is the current financial situation of the municipalities. Doskozil is optimistic that the "constructive forces" will dominate this time after a similar package had failed in early 2024 due to the resistance of the ÖVP.

A central concern of the summit will be the integration of the Burgenland waste association into the Landesholding. In return, the state government plans to offer financial support for kindergarten staff in the municipalities. This should significantly reduce the financial burden on the municipalities in the area of ​​childcare.

Important topics of the municipal tip

In addition to kindergarten financing, the residents are also on the agenda. Here the possibility is discussed to further offset special services, at the moment it is only a "can determination". Furthermore, roads and the distribution of the freight paths as well as the legal framework for a possible toll for pollutant -stressing trucks from which the municipalities could benefit should also be discussed.

The Social Democratic Community Representative Association strives for a “structural reform” at the local level. This is done in the context of the current government program, which provides for a clear distribution of tasks between the federal government, the states and the municipalities as well as targeted financial support for financially weak communities. According to the analysis of Kommunal.at, the principles of financial equalization are designed to ensure that the money follows the task of what should strengthen the financial stability of the communities.

extended measures and goals

The government program 2025 also focuses on sustainable infrastructure and municipal investments. This includes the promotion of the use and renovation of historical buildings to revitalize town centers and the creation of affordable living space by the purpose of the residential building funding. Improvements in the infrastructure for companies and households are also part of these efforts.

Especially in rural regions, the focus is on the expansion of public transport and climate -friendly mobility, including cycle paths and alternative drives. In addition, there are measures to strengthen health care and general interest, such as the expansion of primary care centers and the introduction of community Nurses in other communities.

Another important point concerns digitization. The government program provides for the expansion of e-government services and the improvement of digital access to municipal services. Among other things, a civil engineering at the coordination of infrastructure projects is sought to increase efficiency in administration.

Overall, the municipal summit aims to improve the financial stability and the structural framework for the municipalities in Burgenland. Measures to reduce soil consumption and the promotion of removering measures are also important components in order to ensure the quality of life in the communities.