Municipal Update March 2026: Budgets, Personnel Changes, and Planning Decisions

Budget, Structure, and Future

What was important this month

• Budget decisions for 2026 were adopted in several municipalities, including Ziltendorf and Brieskow-Finkenheerd.
• New personalities took on important roles, such as Ralph Haberkorn as the second deputy honorary mayor and Marcel Höhne as managing director of the RGV.
• PV and wind energy projects were approved, including a zoning plan for a PV open-space installation and a wind farm in Groß Lindow.
• Infrastructure measures such as fiber optic expansion and the second construction phase of the primary school in Groß Lindow were discussed.
• Kindergarten and school topics were part of the public discourse, especially regarding the cleanliness and safety of kindergarten grounds.

Budget Decisions and Finances

In March 2026, the 2026 budget plans were adopted in several municipalities. In Ziltendorf, the operating budget amounted to 3,690,800 euros with expenses of 4,003,200 euros, resulting in a deficit of 312,400 euros. The financial budget shows a change in the financial reserves of 203,200 euros. In Brieskow-Finkenheerd, a deficit of 935,000 euros was recorded, with investments such as the second construction phase of the primary school amounting to 160,000 euros.

In Vogelsang, the 2026 budget plan was also adopted, with an overall result of 178,100 euros. State allocations decreased by 11.75%, affecting financial planning. The county levy remains unchanged at 36% in all municipalities.

These budget decisions are crucial for future financial planning and investments in infrastructure, education, and energy.

Personnel Changes and New Personalities

In the municipality of Wiesenau, Ralph Haberkorn was unanimously appointed as second deputy honorary mayor. In the municipality of Vogelsang, Marcel Höhne is taking on the role of managing director of the tourism association RGV on a probationary basis. In addition, Lars Wendland was elected as deputy member of the municipal committee in the district of Brieskow-Finkenheerd.

These changes highlight the importance of personnel stability and fresh impulses for local politics and administration. They also contribute to continuity in community development, especially in times of staffing shortages and organizational challenges.

Energy Projects and Planning Procedures

In March, several significant energy projects were approved. In Groß Lindow, the site-specific zoning plan for the construction of a PV open-space installation on Alte Poststraße was finalized. In addition, the fourth amendment to the land use plan for a wind farm was adopted, planned on behalf of ENERTRAG SE.

In Brieskow-Finkenheerd, a solar park-agriculture zoning plan was also developed, and the fifth amendment to the land use plan was put on public display. These projects are part of the regional climate protection strategy and show how the municipalities are actively moving toward renewable energy.

Infrastructure and Future Visions

The primary school in Groß Lindow will receive a second construction phase this year, with the costs for schoolyard design reduced from 160,000 euros to 10,000 euros. In addition, a fiber optic expansion toward Groß Lindow is planned for 2026, which will strengthen the digital infrastructure of the municipality.

In the kindergarten, concerns about cleanliness and safety were addressed. It was proposed to install signs prohibiting dogs, alcohol, and smoking, as well as closing times for playgrounds, in order to ensure a safe play area for children.

Overview: Trends and Challenges

March 2026 has shown that the municipalities in Brieskow-Finkenheerd and the surrounding areas are actively preparing for the future. The budget decisions reflect the priorities: investments in education, energy, and infrastructure. At the same time, the budget deficits are a topic that must be closely monitored in the coming years.

Personnel changes show that staffing problems exist in some areas, but also that new impulses are being brought in by committed local residents. The energy transition is a central point in the planning, which aligns well with climate goals.

Conclusion and Outlook

March 2026 was marked by budget decisions, personnel changes, and planning progress in Brieskow-Finkenheerd and the surrounding municipalities. The communities are moving toward a sustainable and future-oriented development – not without challenges, but with clear priorities and commitment. April will be interesting to see how the projects become more concrete and whether the budget plans can be implemented.