Lohmar in Focus: March 2026 – Decisions, Projects, and Participation Opportunities

What was important this month

• Clarify the Emergency Station Situation: The Greens called for speed in finding a permanent location for the emergency station, involving relevant stakeholders.
• Pay Card for Refugees: The Council decided to introduce it, but the Greens warned to first assess practical hurdles and risks.
• New Kindergarten Needs a Turnaround Area: CDU and SPD advocated for the Waldgeister kindergarten in the Reiterhof special area to gain a turnaround zone.
• Advance Climate Protection: The Environment and Climate Protection Committee approved measures such as training “Balcony Scouts” to promote energy efficiency in the city.
• Improve Road Safety: Residents’ petitions for reducing speed limits and setting up school zones were addressed.
• Expand Youth Leisure Facilities: The Greens warned to expand children's leisure opportunities during the summer holidays, as demand was already very high at the start of the year.

Emergency Station and Kindergarten Infrastructure: Securing the Future of the City

Safety and infrastructure were central in Lohmar in March 2026. In the Council, the Green faction requested to accelerate the search for a permanent location for the emergency station, involving all relevant stakeholders—from the Agger Association to the owners of adjacent areas. This clearly indicates the need to ensure reliable and long-term emergency services in the region.

In the Committee for Construction and Infrastructure, the motion to create a turnaround area for the new Waldgeister kindergarten in the Reiterhof special area was unanimously supported. CDU and SPD argued that such an adjustment is in the interest of both parents and urban development. The final planning will soon be submitted to the Council for decision—this is a decision that is significant not only for the kindergarten children but also for the daily traffic flow in the region.

Climate Protection: From Trees to Balcony Scouts

The Environment and Climate Protection Committee demonstrated that climate protection in Lohmar is not just a political direction, but is also being translated into concrete projects. The unanimous decision to train volunteer “Balcony Scouts” is an example of how the city aims to actively improve the local energy situation. The scouts will be trained in cooperation with the Bürgerverein Vilich-Müldorf e.V. and are expected to become active in Lohmar from October 2026.

Another highlight was the establishment of a “Heimatwald” (homeland forest) and participation in the state program “NRW pflanzt – Eine Million Bäume” (NRW plants – A Million Trees). Lohmar wants to actively pursue climate protection not only in urban areas but also in nature—an expression of the connection between ecological commitment and regional identity.

Road Safety: Residents' Petitions and Speed Reductions

Street safety is a topic that directly affects the citizens. In the Committee for Transport and Mobility, several residents' petitions were addressed, including the reduction of speed on the L84 in Lohmar-Weilerhohn and Stumpf from 70 to 50 km/h. The petitioners also called for structural and technical measures such as digital speed displays and traffic-calming elements.

Another petition relates to the establishment of a model school street in the Schmiedgasse and Hermann-Löns-Straße. In this case, the state program is used, which provides up to 100,000 euros in funding for such projects. The city of Lohmar has agreed to submit the application by April 2026—a sign that it actively promotes education and safety for children in the streets.

Youth Welfare: Summer Holidays and Capacity

The Youth Welfare Committee dealt intensively with the summer holiday leisure program (FNE) for 2026. Demand was already so high in February 2026 that all places were booked and a waiting list had to be established. The Greens warned to expand capacity and utilize all cooperation opportunities with independent providers, associations, and honoraries. The administration was tasked with preparing solutions by the summer holidays.

In addition, the regulations for the Office for Youth and Family were updated, with youth representatives to be included more strongly. This is a step toward participatory youth work, giving the voices of the younger generation more weight in urban development.

Overview: Topics that Unite Lohmar

The decisions of March 2026 show how diverse the challenges in Lohmar are—from emergency service safety and kindergarten infrastructure to road safety and climate protection. At the same time, it becomes clear how important it is to involve citizens in decision-making processes, whether through residents’ petitions, participation procedures, or volunteer initiatives.

A topic that runs through all committees is the need for planning security. Whether in the search for an emergency station location, the development of new residential areas, or the implementation of funding projects—the city must be able to plan long-term and also take into account regional and transregional conditions.

Final Conclusion with Outlook

March 2026 was a month of clear decisions but also open questions in Lohmar. The city is addressing central topics that affect the quality of life of its citizens: safety, education, climate protection, and transport. At the same time, it becomes clear that implementation often depends on cooperation, planning security, and citizen participation.

In the coming weeks and months, further decisions are to be expected, particularly in the areas of kindergarten infrastructure, the implementation of the pay card for refugees, and road safety. Citizens are invited to get involved in the discussion—because the future of Lohmar is to be shaped together.