Rosenheim looks back on March 2026: Planning, Personnel, and Audits in Focus

In Focus: Construction, Personnel, and Audits

What was important this month

• The 2023 annual report of the Municipal Construction Workshop (Baubetriebshof) was confirmed with an unqualified audit opinion – and showed a surplus of over one million euros.
• Procurement deficiencies were identified in the acquisition of waste collection vehicles and other vehicles, sparking discussions and corrective actions.
• The new administrative building in the Gärtnerei area was announced – a step toward improved infrastructure.
• Gender equality efforts are being strengthened: A new deputy gender equality officer has been appointed.
• New plans for short-term care facilities, bike infrastructure, and barrier-free access show that Rosenheim is placing a focus on inclusivity and mobility in March 2026.

Municipal Construction Workshop: Successfully completed – but with audits

In March 2026, the 2023 annual report of the Municipal Construction Workshop was audited by Hubert Jahn Kollegen GmbH and confirmed with an unqualified audit opinion. The semi-public enterprise generated a surplus of 1,063,422 euros, although personnel costs increased by 694,000 euros. A carry-over loss of 69,607 euros from the previous year remained.

Although the financial situation is stable, procurement deficiencies were identified in the acquisition of waste collection vehicles and other vehicles. Legal requirements were violated, which is being critically assessed. The audit highlighted that performance descriptions were missing, no bidder information was published, and no economic evaluation was conducted. Thresholds were exceeded, making the requirements even stricter.

The city has now committed to review and improve procurement practices. This is an important signal to ensure transparency and legal certainty in public procurement.

Personnel Decisions and Equality

In March 2026, important personnel decisions were made. Mrs. Regine Reichenberger was appointed as the deputy for the gender equality officer, in accordance with the Bavarian Equality Act. This decision underlines the city's commitment to actively promoting equality and equal opportunities.

Additionally, a grant for an additional staff member in day care centers was approved in order to improve staffing in kindergartens. Starting in 2027, the grant for family support centers will also be increased to provide greater support to these essential institutions.

There were also changes in the youth welfare sector: The Youth Welfare Committee was reconstituted and appointed for the term 2026–2032. This is a step toward ensuring youth policy work in the long term.

Urban Development and Mobility: Planning and Improvements

In the city committees, there were numerous plans and decisions in the area of urban development and mobility. The 61st amendment to the land use plan "Brunnholzstraße West" was approved and the preliminary draft released. Furthermore, development bans were issued for building plan No. 216 "Hausstätt" and building plan No. 217 "Innenstadt".

Progress was also made in the bike infrastructure sector: Status reports on bike parking facilities and service stations were presented. Additionally, a one-way street regulation in Münchener Straße due to construction work was decided – a package of measures aimed at better coordinating motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Another important measure is the creation of standalone short-term care facilities, which are intended to provide more flexible care options. In addition, a counseling office for emergency housing assistance was approved to help people in financial hardship.

Overview: Strengthening Infrastructure, Clarity in Administration, More Inclusivity

The developments in March 2026 show that Rosenheim is placing infrastructure, administration, and inclusivity at the forefront. On the one hand, transparency in procurement is being demanded, and on the other hand, new plans and measures to improve quality of life are being decided.

It remains to be seen how procurement practices will be improved and which new projects in the area of urban development and mobility will be specifically implemented. For residents, this means: more security, more planning certainty, and more opportunities in the city.

Conclusion and Outlook

March 2026 was a month of clear decisions, but also challenges in Rosenheim. The audit reports on the Municipal Construction Workshop show that the financial situation is stable – but also that procurement practices and transparency need to be reconsidered. At the same time, personnel policy is being realigned to strengthen gender equality, youth welfare, and kindergartens.

In the city committees, it also became clear that infrastructure, mobility, and inclusivity remain central topics. The measures approved – from the redesign of Münchener Straße to the creation of short-term care facilities – show that Rosenheim is planning in a forward-looking manner.

In April 2026, we will see how procurement practices are improved and which new projects will influence the daily lives of residents. Stay informed – with our monthly review from Rosenheim.