Bad Wurzach in March 2026 – Climate, Daycare Centers, and Communication in Focus

Climate, Children, and Communication: The Themes of March

What Was Important This Month

• Kindergarten Renovation in Seibranz: The renovation of the basement of the Seibranz Primary School into a three-group daycare facility is taking concrete shape. The municipal building department has commissioned the planning.
• Fire Department Decisions: In several communities, new commanders and deputies were confirmed, and the compensation for volunteer firefighters was increased.
• Climate Protection Goals: The town has committed to installing 200 kWp of photovoltaic capacity annually on municipal properties and to completing a municipal heat plan by 2028.
• Market Bus Until August 2027: The barrier-free market bus will remain in operation until August 2027 and will continue to be operated by Ehrmann Reisen.
• Playground Modernization: The administration is to update the playground concept, with a focus on intergenerational playgrounds and expansions such as in the Kurpark.

Daycare Centers and Construction Projects: Seibranz and Arnach in Focus

The renovation of the primary school in Seibranz into a daycare facility is a milestone in municipal childcare. With a three-group concept, the town is responding to increasing demand. The planning is supported by four European tender procedures – for architecture, building services engineering, electrical systems, and open spaces. The architecture firm Professor Thomas Hirthe is responsible for the project as a lump sum contractor for 35,000 euros.

Meanwhile, in Arnach, a building application for the renovation of a residential and economic building was the focus. The new municipal building director Andreas Heine-Strahl presented himself to the local council and answered questions about his role. The discussion showed that in municipal bodies, decisions are not only made, but also trust and transparency are built.

Climate Protection and Energy: Bad Wurzach is Focusing on Solar and Heat Planning

The town has committed to installing 200 kWp photovoltaic capacity annually on municipal properties. This is a crucial step in the municipal climate protection program. In addition, a municipal heat plan is planned for the beginning of 2028 – a process that will influence both the energy supply and the CO₂ balance of the town. The administration will commission an external planning office, and the costs must be included in the budget.

These measures are not only aligned with legal requirements, but also with the long-term energy supply security and climate neutrality of the town. They show how municipalities can act actively in a climate crisis.

Fire Department and Volunteering: New Commanders and Higher Compensation

In several communities – including Eintürnen, Dietmanns, and Unterschwarzach – new department commanders and deputies were confirmed. These decisions reflect the stability and structure of the volunteer fire department in Bad Wurzach.

In addition, the Fire Department Compensation Ordinance (FwES) was amended. The total payout will increase from 15,246 euros to 21,750 euros per year, which corresponds to an increase of over 40 percent. The deployment compensation will be gradually raised to a maximum of 17 euros. These adjustments are intended to strengthen voluntary commitment and meet the high demands on firefighters.

Communication and Transparency: Citizen Questions and Meeting Procedures

In several local council and town council meetings, citizen questions and transparency were in the foreground. In Haidgau and Arnach, it was emphasized that the public should not only be informed, but also actively involved. The publication of meeting packages, minutes, and bank details is a step towards greater participation.

In addition, information was provided in several areas on the current water quality (e.g., in Metzisweiler) and changes in regional transport from 2027. These topics show that communication should not be limited to decisions, but also include preparation and information.

Outlook: What to Expect in April?

In April, the first results of the photovoltaic tender procedures will become visible. In addition, the continuation of the playground concept is expected, which will influence the design of leisure and meeting spaces in the town. In addition, the first step in the municipal heat planning could follow.