Rosengarten in March 2026: Decisions for the Future

Future-readiness in Focus

What was important this month

• Support for SMEs strengthened: The municipality increased the budget allocation for SME support, enabling higher grants for local businesses.
• New members for the Education Committee: Jasmin Diallo and Saskia Schiller were appointed as advisory members to the Committee for Childcare, Schools, Education, and Culture.
• Volunteer work in fire protection honored: Ole-Alexander Swars was appointed Deputy Local Fire Chief, and Michael Küsters received the honorary title “Ehrenortsbrandmeister” (Honorary Local Fire Chief).
• New funding guidelines approved: The new SME funding guidelines of the Harburg district were adopted and will take effect in autumn 2026.

Economic Development: More Room for SMEs

In March, the municipality of Rosengarten decided to increase the budget allocation for the support of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from €30,000 to €40,000. In addition, the new funding guidelines of the Harburg district were approved, which will remain in effect until 2033. Under this regulation, SMEs can receive up to €45,000 in funding, including a job creation bonus – a significant boost for the local economy. Particularly small businesses benefit from this adjustment, as they can now be supported more flexibly and precisely.

Culture and Education: New Impulses through Personnel Changes

Two new advisory members were appointed to the Committee for Childcare, Schools, Education, and Culture: Jasmin Diallo and Saskia Schiller. Both bring expertise in the areas of education and municipal development and will be involved in future decision-making processes that shape the everyday lives of children, youth, and families in Rosengarten. The appointments underline the municipality's commitment to actively shaping the future of the educational landscape.

Fire Protection: Recognizing the Merits of Volunteers

In the field of fire protection, there were two significant decisions in March. Ole-Alexander Swars was appointed Deputy Local Fire Chief, while Michael Küsters was awarded the honorary title "Ehrenortsbrandmeister" for his 20 years of service as a local fire chief. Recognizing such voluntary contributions is a strong signal for community work in Rosengarten and strengthens trust in the local fire department.

Further Decisions: Taxes, Solar Energy, and Administration

In addition to economic development, the revised version of the Expense Compensation Regulation was also adopted, redefining the remuneration rules for volunteer members of the municipal council. Furthermore, the municipal council decided to join the Citizen Solar Power Plant Rosengarten eG – a step towards greater municipal energy independence and climate protection.

In the area of Finance and Administration, the 4th Amendment to the Tax Rate Regulation for property and business tax was also passed. This adjustment enables the municipality to use its tax revenues in a targeted way for future-oriented projects.

Overall Development: Structural Development and Sustainability

An overarching trend of the month is the strengthening of the local economy and community through targeted investments. At the same time, Rosengarten is focusing on sustainability and climate protection, for example through its membership in the Citizen Solar Power Plant eG. The decisions show a clear focus on future-proof structures, aiming to align economy, education, and environment.

Conclusion and Outlook

March 2026 was characterized by concrete steps toward a economically resilient, culturally vibrant, and climate-friendly community. The decisions in the areas of SME support, education, fire protection, and energy show that Rosengarten is ready to actively move into the future. In April, it will be decided how the new funding guidelines will be specifically implemented – another milestone for the local economy.