Vienna chooses: Starting survey on health, living and integration!

Vienna chooses: Starting survey on health, living and integration!

Wien, Österreich - On April 20, 2025, the Viennese elections are imminent, and the topics that move the population are clearly outlined: integration, health and living. As part of a comprehensive survey that runs over a period of twelve weeks, all Viennese entitled to vote has the opportunity to express their opinions on important topics such as public transport, influx and recommendations for political design. The survey is anonymous and takes about a minute to facilitate participation. Views and statistics will be published in the coming days to capture a complete picture of the citizens' opinions, as reported

The Mayor of Vienna, Michael Ludwig, presented his plans for the future of the city during a media appointment at the SPÖ. His focus is on living, health, work and education. In the living area, he announced the introduction of a new social residential building that is to be made affordable, fair and flexible. From May 1, 2025, a flexible award model for community apartments and subsidized apartments will also be introduced, which is based on the individual lifestyle of the Viennese.

living and health

The new contracting categories should primarily benefit the people affected by the inflation. From 2026, the "Central Wiener Wohn-Ticket" is to be introduced, which will enable a merging of community apartments and subsidized apartments. In addition, the rental contracts remain unlimited to give the tenants more security, such as Oe24

In the health sector, Vienna strives for the role of a prevention capital. In cooperation with the Medical University of Vienna, the “Vienna Prevention Project” is launched, which is intended to promote the health of 20,000 people and increase prevention. The aim is to develop a new health model that is focused on prevention and early detection of diseases.

work, education and urban development

In terms of the labor market situation, Ludwig wants to actively address youth unemployment and promote skilled workers. A reform of the training allowance and the introduction of an annual premium for trainees are planned for this. The support of start-ups in future-oriented industries is also ensured by the "Smart City Fund", which is intended to support Vienna's climate neutrality by 2040

Ludwig also looks at the education sector. The Otto Wagner area is redesigned after clinical use for art and research. This is intended to create a new place for cultural innovation and high quality of stay. In addition, a new campus will be available to music and art private university of the city of Vienna (MUK).

The Step 2025 urban development plan, which has been developed since 2011, specifies the direction for the development of Vienna by 2025. The plan includes eight chapters that represent principles and initiatives for urban development. The City of Vienna has made a name for the basics of urban life since 1920, and an anniversary publication shows the variety of planning and development in the city.