Halberstadt in March 2026: Investments, Citizen Participation, and Wind Energy

Impulses for Economy, Culture, and Climate

What was important this month

• 17.6 million euros special fund for investments in Economic City and Experience City
• Every Halberstadt district receives funding – Langenstein receives 530,100 €, Aspenstedt 147,200 €
• „Halberstadt-Million“ launched: Citizens can submit and vote on their own project ideas
• Wind energy planning advanced: 15 priority areas defined in the Harz regional plan
• Start-up support and new childcare facilities as focal points of the Economic City strategy
• Municipal businesses benefit: STALA reports a profit of 423,000 euros for 2024

Investments and Citizen Participation: Planning the Future

The city of Halberstadt has set a clear signal for the future in March 2026: With a special fund of 17.6 million euros, investments are being advanced in two central development clusters – Economic City and Experience City.

In the Economic City area, projects such as the expansion of the industrial park East 1, the establishment of a start-up house, and investments in kindergartens, schools, and public transport are in focus. In the Experience City area, the renovation of Halberstadt Lake, the enhancement of the old town, and tourist projects such as the Ebereschenhof and the Spiegelsberge are planned.

A special highlight is the „Halberstadt-Million“ model, where residents can submit their own project ideas and vote on their implementation. With a budget of 1 million euros, the city is actively shaping the future together with its citizens.

Wind Energy: Planning Progress, but Citizen Opinions Count

The Regional Planning Association Harz has presented the 2nd draft of the Wind Energy Subplan, which aims to achieve a minimum of 1.2 % of land designated for wind energy by 31.12.2027. For this purpose, 15 priority areas have been defined, including Wegeleben-Harsleben (443 ha) and Sargstedt-Aspenstedt-Halberstadt (268 ha).

Residents now have until 31.03.2026 to submit comments – either by e-mail to beteiligung.rpgharz@t-online.de or by fax to 03946 / 689596-55. The city of Halberstadt is thus pursuing a transparent planning process and actively involving its citizens.

Municipal Businesses: STALA Reports a Positive Year

In March 2026, the annual financial statement of the City and Landscape Maintenance Company (STALA) for 2024 was discussed. With a profit of 423,604.45 €, the equity increased to 1,878,197.28 €. The management received a discharge, and the 2025 business plan foresees a planned annual surplus of 65,200 €.

The city has applied for a loan of 1 million euros to procure new vehicles, as the outdated fleet has been classified as a risk. This ensures that the city's businesses can continue to operate efficiently in the future.

Overview: Investments, Citizen Participation, and Climate Protection

The developments of the past weeks show a clear picture: Halberstadt is investing strongly in the future, actively involving its citizens, and relying on sustainable energy sources. The combination of Economic City, Experience City, and Climate Protection will shape the city in the coming years. In addition, Halberstadt benefits from a funding management strategy that aims to expand the budget to at least 50 million euros.

Conclusion and Outlook

March 2026 in Halberstadt was characterized by clear investment steps, transparent planning, and active citizen participation. With the special fund, the „Halberstadt-Million“ model, and the wind energy planning, the city has created a strong foundation for the coming years. In April, the decisions in the City Council and the implementation of the investment plans will be the focus. Halberstadt shows that development, sustainability, and citizen participation can go hand in hand.