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Hersfeld-Rotenburg district: Budget under pressure – Warnecke calls for clarity!
The Hersfeld-Rotenburg district is fighting for budget approval and is discussing financial challenges under District Administrator Warnecke.
Hersfeld-Rotenburg district: Budget under pressure – Warnecke calls for clarity!
There are signs of change in the Hersfeld-Rotenburg district. The financial challenges are great and discussions about the budget, especially of the clinics in Bad Hersfeld and Rotenburg, are increasing. District Administrator Torsten Warnecke, who has been in office since 2021 and previously worked in the Hessian state parliament for 13 years, openly acknowledges the problems and has clear visions for the future of the region. In a recent interview Osthessen News he said that he hopes the budget will be approved by the end of August and emphasized the importance of voluntary services for democracy.
But what exactly is behind these financial worries? In order to reduce the deficit in the results and financial budget to a maximum of 30 million euros, the district is working on a revised budget. The goal is clear: no increase in the district levy in order not to put additional burden on the municipalities. This is an important step because, as HNA reports, other loss-making districts have already increased their district levies. In addition, the district council is expected to decide on the changes at the end of July in order to obtain approval.
Debt and infrastructure
In the interview, Warnecke emphasized that “there are no junk schools” in the district and highlighted the region's strengths in the areas of tourism, business and education. But criticism doesn't stop there either. CDU parliamentary group leader Herbert Höttl expressed his lack of understanding regarding the previous budget votes, while the FDP and Greens are focusing on infrastructure investments. SPD parliamentary group leader Manfred Fehr is also particularly concerned about the motivation of local political volunteers in this tense situation.
While those responsible work tirelessly on consolidation, proven structures and the professional prospects of employees are at stake. The planned position plan remains at 776 positions without the additional increase to 805 positions, which should not put any further strain on the municipal framework. A slump in trade taxes is also causing turmoil in the financial budget, as Warnecke reports. It remains to be seen whether the desired approval of the budget will be achieved by the end of the month.
In summary, it can be said that there is a certain degree of nervousness in the Hersfeld-Rotenburg district, but the course should also be set for a positive development. Those responsible are aware of their responsibility and are working hard to solve the financial problems. Citizens will follow the coming decisions with excitement because they affect not only the administration, but also the daily lives of the local people.