Moers in Focus: What Happened in February 2026

Moers on the Move – From Integration to Digitalization

What Was Important This Month

• Renaming of the Committee for Construction, Economy, and Real Estate to “Construction, Economy, Housing, and Real Estate”
• Unanimous rejection of the reactivation of disinfection dispensers in the town hall
• Support for integrative projects totaling 17,269.50 €
• New approaches in disability policy with constitutive meetings of both advisory boards
• Digital transformation of council work with funding for council members

Restructuring of the Council Structures

In February, Moers reoriented its structure. The Committee for Construction, Economy, and Real Estate was renamed and expanded: it is now the Committee for Construction, Economy, Housing, and Real Estate (ABWWL). At the same time, the Committee for Personnel and Digitalization was renamed the Personnel Committee, and the topic of Digitalization was assigned to the Main Committee. Additionally, the Fire Department Committee took on the area of Order and Security, and the Main Committee will now also be responsible for Digitalization.

These changes reflect the social and administrative transformation and allow for even more coordinated work among the council bodies. The 12th Amendment to the Responsibility Order was unanimously approved and is now in effect. It marks a milestone in transparency and efficiency in municipal administration.

Integration and Commemorative Projects

In the Committee for Equal Opportunities and Integration, important steps toward social inclusion were taken. With a budget of 8,500 €, integrative projects were supported, including the commemorative project “10 + 1 Trees for the Victims of the NSU.” Here, wooden fences made of robinia wood with costs of approximately 7,000–8,000 € were approved, funded from the budget of the Integration Committee. The commemorative plaque and other elements such as trees and stelae will be handled by various specialist departments.

In addition, the “Bunten Tisch” was moved to the city website, while the “Inter-cultural Neighborhood Network 55plus” will no longer be continued. The administration will now closely cooperate with Frau Spitz, Herr Rüddel, and the Municipal Integration Management (KIM).

Disability Policy and Senior Citizens’ Work

Two new advisory boards for people with disabilities and for older people were established. The Advisory Board for People with Disabilities convened for its constitutive meeting with 16 voting and 10 non-voting members. Herr Slavernik was unanimously elected as Chairperson, and Frau Schoisingei and Frau Pickel were assigned to various committees. Topics such as barrier-free toilets, inclusive sports offerings, and shortcomings in disabled parking spaces were in focus.

The Advisory Board for Older People also convened for its constitutive meeting. Herr Theußen was elected as Chairperson, and Frau Göbel and Herr Laakmann as Deputy Chairpersons. The advisory board rejected a proposal for a crime prevention action plan and formulated an amended resolution proposal, which will be forwarded to the Social Committee. In addition, a Senior Scooter Park was recommended to promote mobility.

Youth Support and Education

The Youth Welfare Committee addressed the future of daycare facilities. It was unanimously decided to change the ownership of the facilities at Gerhart-Hauptmann-Straße and Kranichstraße. Furthermore, the capacity of the Open After-School Program was increased to 2,450 places. With a budget of 20,000 €, youth projects under the Moers Signal were supported.

The administration was authorized to consider minor deviations in the application process until March 15, 2026. In addition, Claudia Brunck was appointed as a new member of the association “Klartext für Kinder e.V.”.

Digital Future in Moers

Another milestone was the digital transformation of council work, which was approved with immediate effect. Council members will receive a one-time grant of 500 euros to purchase an iPad or tablet. This is a decisive step toward modern, transparent, and efficient communication in politics.

In addition, the Association Frauen helfen Frauen e.V. was supported with up to 22,881.00 euros, subject to approval of the financial security concept. In this context, further grants were also awarded to various institutions.

Outlook

Moers is moving toward a more inclusive, digital, and transparent future. The new structures in the municipal committees, the support for integrative projects, and the assistance for disabled and older citizens show that the city is responding to the diverse needs of its citizens. In March, further topics such as budget planning and urban development projects will be on the agenda.

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