Weingarten: News from Politics, Youth, and Urban Development in February 2026

Weingarten is on the move – Politics, Youth, and Urban Development in the Spotlight

What was important this month

• The Executive Committee increased the grant for the city marketing to 285,358 euros and approved an advance payment.
• A new Youth, Children, and Family Liaison Officer was introduced, accompanied by a new concept for youth and children's work.
• The start of the "House of Volunteering" was fixed with the appointment of a full-time coordinator.
• The Youth Council elected new spokespersons, Welfen pairs, and teams for school and event organization.
• There were no financial implications for the budget from the Youth Council's decisions.

A New Approach to Youth and Children's Work

February 2026 marked a milestone in youth and children's work in Weingarten. Roman Hüttinger was introduced as the new Youth, Children, and Family Liaison Officer, supported by a comprehensive framework that includes the use of the skate park and the group container. These measures aim to provide young people in Weingarten with more space for leisure, creativity, and social interaction.

In addition, the start of the "House of Volunteering" was fixed for March 2026. Carolin Schattmann will work in a 20% position as a coordinator for volunteers. This project is a central building block for strengthening civil society in Weingarten.

City Marketing and Tourism: More Funds for More Impulses

The Executive Committee decided to increase the grant for the Weingarten.IN City Marketing GmbH for 2026 from 200,358 euros to 285,358 euros. In addition, a retroactive approval of an advance payment of 100,000 euros was granted. These funds are intended to be invested in events, advertising measures, and tourism initiatives to present Weingarten as a vibrant and attractive city.

In the 2026 budget, additional funds of 35,000 euros for personnel requirements, and 83,300 and 72,000 euros for further reimbursement for the Vocational Action Skills Center (BBH) were also considered. This shows that Weingarten remains active in the field of education and further training.

Youth Council: New Structures, New Faces

The Youth Council underwent some reorganization. Emil Prieschev and Luca Pascher were elected as spokesperson and deputy spokesperson. Leana Schmid and Lena Kugler take on important roles in communication and representation. In addition, new Welfen pairs for 2026 were appointed, including Lara Toplu & Luca Pascher.

A vacancy caused by Luise Hipp (JGR) led to a new appointment. Nevertheless, the financial impact on the budget remained neutral, as no specific amounts were affected. The meeting ran smoothly and was a sign of the vibrant participation of youth in Weingarten.

Broader Developments: Transparency, Engagement, and Future Security

The decisions from both committees show a clear trend: Weingarten is investing in the future of its residents. By strengthening youth and children's work, supporting volunteering, and assisting city marketing, the city is focusing on broad, participatory, and sustainable development.

At the same time, financial planning remains transparent and citizen-oriented. The executive committees and youth bodies act on clear legal foundations and ensure democratic participation – an important signal of trust in local politics.

Conclusion and Outlook

February 2026 was marked by concrete decisions and new impulses in Weingarten. Whether in youth and children's work, tourism, or youth participation – Weingarten is moving towards a vibrant, engaged, and future-oriented city. In March, the focus will now be on implementation: The "House of Volunteering" gets underway, and the new youth representatives become active. We will keep you informed – for Weingarten.