Lohmar in Focus – Monthly Review February 2026

Infrastructure and the Future – What Was Important This Month

• Extension of the Canteen at Grundschule Lohmar
  With total costs of 2.474 million euros, the city plans to expand the school canteen. The funds must be applied for in the budget.

• New Regulations in Youth Welfare
  The city is focusing on better networking among providers in early childhood education and reducing the annual adjustment rate for parental contributions.

• Mobility and Traffic in Focus
  The Committee for Mobility and Traffic discussed measures for traffic calming, speed reduction, and public bus route planning.

• Culture and Sport on the Rise
  The Culture and Sports Committee approved the development of a sports facility strategy and plans for the further development of the Donrather Stadium concept.

• Financial Planning for Forward-Looking Projects
  Important investments such as the canteen extension or the renovation of sports facilities require political decisions in the budget plan.

School: Canteen Expansion and Budget Planning

The extension of the canteen at Grundschule Lohmar is a central project that was once again discussed in February. With a total volume of 2.474 million euros (gross), the measure is financially significant. The planning phase alone already costs 413,920 euros. As the funds cannot be sourced from the special funds under the Windhund procedure, the city is now reviewing whether federal special funds can be used.

Since the funds are not included in the current budget plan, the proposal is now referred to the budget discussions. The political decision is expected to be made by the Committee for Finance and Economy. Although the measure will not have positive climate protection effects, it is still regarded as a necessary infrastructure project.

Mobility: Traffic Calming and Public Bus Planning

The Committee for Mobility and Traffic thoroughly discussed applications for traffic calming in several streets in Lohmar. Particularly notable were the discussions regarding the Kapellenstraße, Dorfstraße Krahwinkel, and the L 84 in the area of Lohmar-Weilerhohn. In addition, a proposal for the review of the public bus service in Lohmar-Geber was discussed, aiming to improve transportation connections.

Another important topic was the integration of Siegburg and Lohmar in the traffic concept. The city is actively working on solutions to optimize mobility within the city and the surrounding areas. The discussions ended with a closed session, indicating the sensitivity of certain traffic-related issues.

Youth Welfare: Cost Development and Networking

In the Youth Welfare Committee, it was decided to reduce the annual adjustment rate of parental contributions by –0.14%, ensuring that the ongoing financial support remains stable. In addition, the rent subsidy was slightly increased—from 0.61 € to 0.62 € per hour.

Another focal point was the establishment of a working group on early childhood education, aimed at strengthening collaboration among youth welfare providers. The decision was unanimously adopted, underlining the unity within the committee.

Culture and Sports: Future Concepts and Support

In the Committee for Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Partnerships, a sports facility directive and a sports development plan were approved. The goal is to renovate and modernize municipal sports facilities. A fixed budget from the “NRW Plan for Good Infrastructure” is allocated for this purpose starting in 2026.

In addition, the Donrather Stadium concept will be further developed and submitted to funding competitions. The administration has been tasked with working together with local sports clubs and the specialist department to prepare a sports development report. This demonstrates the city's clear ambition to promote mass sports and sustainably improve the sports infrastructure.

Overview: Investments, Coordination, and the Future

February 2026 in Lohmar was characterized by investment planning, coordination efforts in the youth welfare sector, and future-oriented concepts for culture and sports. While school construction projects and mobility measures depend on financial planning, the city is also focusing on strategic cooperation and support for associations.

The budget planning in the coming weeks will be crucial, as several projects await political decisions. At the same time, Lohmar is showing itself to be a forward-thinking municipality actively committed to the future viability of its institutions and infrastructure.

Concluding Summary with Outlook

February 2026 was a month in Lohmar marked by clear decisions and strategic steps toward better infrastructure, safer mobility, and stronger collaboration in the youth welfare sector. The canteen extension, the traffic calming measures, and the sports development plans are just a few examples of how the city is actively planning for the future of its residents.

March will be particularly exciting as the budget discussions begin and political decisions on investments are made. In addition, the sports facility directive will be further developed, and possible funding applications for mass sports will be prepared. The city of Lohmar remains a place that continuously works for a liveable future.