Dinslaken in Focus: What Changed in February 2026

What was important this month

• Children and Youth Council elects new leadership: Jonas Overländer was elected as chairperson, Alexis Wolf and Emily Bohnenkamp as vice chairpersons.
• Senior Representation discusses the future of the Senior Office: The staffing for the period from February to April 2026 is still pending.
• Tree Protection Ordinance amended, leaf collection bins rejected: The Operations Committee passed the 6th amendment to the Tree Protection Ordinance and decided against implementing a leaf collection bin system.
• Cultural funding in 2025: 90,994 euros were granted to cultural associations – including for the FANTASTIVAL and the Städtepartnerschaftsverein's concert.
• Park-and-Ride facility at the station postponed: Construction of the P+R parking facility was postponed due to lack of funds.
• New car-free Sundays in 2026: Dinslaken-Mitte and Dinslaken-Hiesfeld have set their dates.

Changes in urban development and mobility

In February 2026, there were decisive discussions and decisions in the areas of urban development and infrastructure. The Committee for Construction, Property, and Monument Preservation decided to revoke the approval for the construction of a P+R parking facility at Dinslaken station. The original investment budget ranged from 3.8 to 4.1 million euros, but the funds are no longer available. In addition, annual maintenance costs were estimated at approximately 258,000 euros – a sum that is currently not feasible.

Furthermore, key developments were approved in the Committee for Economic Promotion, City Marketing, and Tourism. The city took over the former Hamco site on Hans-Böckler-Straße after the completion of brownfield remediation. In addition, plans for the 2026 Evening Market were presented, which is expected to take place on 9 dates and to attract a large audience.

Culture remains in focus

The Committee for Culture, Partnership, and European Affairs reported on cultural funding for 2025. A total of 90,994.13 euros were distributed to 12 recognized musical and cultural associations. Particularly noteworthy is the funding for the FANTASTIVAL 2025 with 13,035.86 euros and the Concert of the Twinning Association with 13,138.83 euros. In addition, the Youth-Musics Funding was implemented in the form of vouchers.

The city currently has 22 recognized musical and cultural associations, including the Mandolin Association "Harmonie" and the Women's Choir "Liederkranz" Barmingholten. The cultural funding guidelines remain a central element for cultural diversity in Dinslaken.

Integration and Equal Opportunities

The Committee for Equal Opportunities and Integration discussed potential measures to improve integration in the city. A central issue was the establishment of an Anti-Discrimination Office, which will be evaluated on the initiative of the committee. In addition, the possible bus connection to Fliehburg and Hardtfeld was discussed – a topic of particular relevance to commuters and people with limited mobility.

Outlook and Trends

Despite delays caused by the pandemic in the previous year, Dinslaken is focusing more strongly on infrastructure, culture, and economic development in 2026. Particularly noticeable is the renovation and use of vacant sites, such as the Hamco site or the MCS site, which is to be converted into a modern industrial area. At the same time, it becomes clear that public spaces and cultural offerings continue to play a central role – not least through car-free Sundays or the FANTASTIVAL.

Final Conclusion and Outlook

February 2026 in Dinslaken was characterized by decisions in the areas of urban development, culture, and integration. While some projects have been postponed for the time being, such as the P+R parking facility, the city is focusing more strongly on sustainable use of land, cultural promotion, and improved mobility. In March, further discussions are scheduled – including on broadband expansion planning and the use of the MCS site.