April 2026: New Appointments in the Local Councils

The Key Developments in April 2026

• New elections in the local councils: Elections for key positions took place in the local councils of Eichenau, Kleinlüder, Uffhausen, Lütterz, Bimbach, Müs, and Großenlüder. New chairpersons, vice-chairpersons, and secretaries were elected.
• Municipal council formed: In the 139th session of the municipal council, key positions were newly appointed. Norbert Printz was unanimously elected as chairperson.
• Digitalization and administrative reform: A CDU motion led to changes in the rules of procedure for the local councils, which now permit up to two vice-chairpersons.
• Public participation: All sessions were public, and citizens were able to participate in the discussions – a sign of transparency and participation.
• Legal foundations secured: The elections held on March 15, 2026, were confirmed, and the legal basis for the decisions was secured through provisions of the Hessian Municipal Code (HGO).

Reorganization in the Local Councils

In April 2026, elections took place in seven of Großenlüder’s local councils. These sessions marked the transition into a new legislative period and will shape future local work.

In Eichenau, Norbert Printz opened the session and also served as chairperson. The chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary were newly elected. Mayor Florian Fritzsch attended as an observer.

In Kleinlüder, the session took place on April 28. The current chairperson, Thilo Mathes, led the elections, which followed the same procedures as the other local councils. The session was public and focused on the principle of transparency.

Uffhausen and Lütterz also saw comprehensive re-elections. In both communities, the quorum was confirmed beforehand, and the offices were reappointed in accordance with the applicable procedures. Citizens were able to actively contribute during the public question period.

Constituent Session of the Municipal Council

The 139th session of the municipal council on April 16 was a milestone. Norbert Printz was unanimously elected as chairperson, and four vice-chairpersons were appointed. The CDU faction submitted an amendment proposal, reforming the rules of procedure for the local councils. In the future, up to two vice-chairpersons may be elected, which is intended to increase the flexibility of working procedures.

The elections for the municipal council and the local councils held on March 15, 2026, were confirmed. All appeals were rejected, and the composition of the committees was determined according to the strength of the factions. The CDU, UBL, and SPD will hold seats in key committees such as the Finance Committee and the Building Committee.

Public Access and Citizen Participation

A central aspect of all sessions was public access. In Bimbach, Müs, and Großenlüder, the sessions took place in local venues, and citizens were able to actively participate. The public question period at the end of each session is an important tool for involving the population in local affairs.

Invitations to the sessions were sent out in good time, and the documents were available online. This shows that Großenlüder consistently implements the principle of transparency.

Outlook: Structural Reforms and Future Tasks

The April sessions show that Großenlüder is preparing for a new phase of local governance. The changes to the rules of procedure of the local councils are a step toward flexibility and efficiency. At the same time, citizen participation remains a central pillar of local work.

In the coming months, it will be important to see how the newly elected chairpersons and committees take on their tasks. Digitalization and administrative reforms will be further topics shaping the work of the municipal council.

Conclusion

April 2026 was a month of transition in Großenlüder. Numerous elections, the formation of the municipal council, and reform proposals have restructured the framework of local governance. Public access and citizen participation remained central values, and the new positions now have the task of implementing these values in practice.