Bad Kreuznach in February 2026: Decisions for the Future of the City

Important Decisions for Bad Kreuznach

• New Parking Concept for the Entire City: Following the withdrawal of increased parking fees, a new parking concept was decided to promote greater fairness and climate protection.
• Funding for Climate Protection Projects: Over 1.5 million euros were approved for measures such as the greening of the Europaplatz and the installation of parklets in the city center.
• City Center Greening with Concrete Costs: The cost of greening the city center was fixed at approximately 71,700 euros, distributed across trees, benches, and planting beds.
• Homelessness Ordinance Adopted: The Main Committee recommended to the City Council to approve the new homelessness ordinance to regulate the use of municipal shelters.
• Public Town Meetings Planned: There will be three public town meetings in 2026 to directly involve residents in the decision-making process.

Urban Planning and Environment: Future-Oriented Decisions

In the Committee for Urban Planning, Construction, Environment, and Transport, several draft plans were approved, including the Core Area Bad Münster – Kurpark II and Huttental. Special conditions, such as asphalt paving due to flood risks, were set to avoid long-term damage.

Another focus was the Assessment of the Traisen Quarry Expansion by Basalt AG. Approval was granted to examine a part of the area to analyze potential environmental impacts.

In climate protection, a milestone was reached: With 1.5 million euros from the KIPKI funding, Bad Kreuznach will invest in greening projects and parklets to enhance the quality of life in the city.

Economic Development: Investments and Partnerships

The Economic Committee addressed the City Center Greening, which will be financed with clear cost items such as tree planters (22,000€), benches (8,000€), and planting beds (21,000€). In addition, cost statements for the ZAG office for 2024 and 2025 were presented, amounting to just under 10,000 euros per year.

Another focus was the Night of Vocational Training 2026, in which 19 companies and institutions are participating. This initiative strengthens the education network in Bad Kreuznach and highlights the diversity of training opportunities.

Social Policy and Integration: For an Inclusive Bad Kreuznach

The Youth Welfare Committee decided on the Continuation of the Partnership for Democracy with a budget of 140,000 euros from federal funds and 15,555 euros in local funds. This program supports democratic initiatives in the city and strengthens societal resilience.

Another important topic was the Funding of the Daycare Center "Die Brücke" with a monthly subsidy of 2,500 euros. In addition, a transitional agreement with the Catholic KiTa gGmbH Koblenz for three daycare centers was approved, retroactive to July 2021.

Overview and Outlook

February 2026 was a month of clear decisions for the future of Bad Kreuznach. The focus was on climate protection, economic development, and social integration, with concrete measures and investments being decided. The planned public town meetings also demonstrate the city's commitment to actively involving its residents in the decision-making process.

In March 2026, further meetings will report on the implementation of the approved projects and address new topics. The city of Bad Kreuznach continues on a path of sustainability and participation.