March 2026: Frankfurt's Urban Development and Civic Topics in Focus

Civic-Relevant Decisions in March 2026

• Investments in Education and Sports: Several million euros are being invested in new gymnasiums and sports facilities, including the construction of the new gymnasium at the Oberstufenzentrum (upper secondary school) with a budget of 11.18 million euros.
• Energy Transition and Renewable Energies: ENERTRAG plans wind and solar power installations near the gas engine power plant. The city will receive approximately 469,440 euros annually from these projects.
• Social Support and Integration: The Brandenburg Offer Recognition Ordinance expands neighborly assistance for the elderly and infirm. In addition, a dementia counseling concept was introduced.
• Infrastructure and Climate Neutrality: The city is using the federal special fund for projects such as the lighting of municipal roads and the renovation of the Ziegenwerder Bridge.
• Public Participation and Neighborhood Kindergartens: New neighborhood kindergartens and a poverty prevention concept were approved to provide targeted support for children and families.

Investments and Infrastructure: A Leap Toward the Future

In March 2026, the city of Frankfurt (Oder) clearly committed to a comprehensive infrastructure and climate neutrality initiative. With the Länder and Municipal Infrastructure Act (LuKIFG), several projects were approved to be implemented by 2030. The largest investments are in the areas of education and sports: the construction of the new gymnasium at the Oberstufenzentrum alone costs 11.18 million euros. In addition, the Ziegenwerder Bridge will be renovated with 6.64 million euros.

Another project approved in March is the establishment of an integrated energy intranet with photovoltaic and wind energy. The PV installations are expected to go online in the second quarter of 2028, and the wind turbines in the second quarter of 2031. The city benefits not only from clean energy but also from financial participation generated through the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG) and Brandenburg contribution laws.

Social Security and Dementia Counseling: Stronger Support for Families

In the Committee for Equality, Health, Social Affairs, and Integration, a dementia counseling concept was presented. The goal is to support those affected and their relatives through regular counseling, training, and digital offerings. In addition, the Brandenburg Offer Recognition Ordinance was revised to strengthen neighborly assistance: individuals can now receive up to ten euros per hour for their volunteer work.

In addition, a poverty prevention concept was discussed that focuses on barrier-free access, integration, and healthcare. The Youth Welfare Committee also decided to establish neighborhood kindergartens to provide targeted support for children in socially disadvantaged areas. An application for the funding of eight new neighborhood kindergartens, each with 0.5 part-time equivalents (VZEs), was submitted.

Public Participation and Education: More Opportunities for Children and Youth

In March 2026, the city decided to strengthen public participation in all areas. In the Youth Welfare Committee, a city-wide participation process was approved, which is intended to involve affected individuals, independent organizations, and interest groups. In addition, a family guide was completed, which is intended to make it easier for families in Frankfurt (Oder) to access social benefits and services.

In the education sector, the establishment of neighborhood kindergartens is a milestone. The kindergarten "Hans and Hanka" and the after-school center "Coole Kiste" are to start as neighborhood kindergartens in August 2026. The city has also developed a poverty prevention concept based on the results of a youth survey with over 850 participants.

Overview and Outlook

March 2026 was marked by forward-looking decisions in Frankfurt (Oder). The city is making strong investments in education, sports, and infrastructure, strengthening social security and dementia counseling, and promoting greater public participation and equal opportunities. In the coming months, the focus will be primarily on the implementation of these projects – and on the financing planned up to 2030.