Coswig Update: March 2026 – Ensuring the Budget and Focusing on Climate Protection

Budget Security and Climate Protection in the Spotlight

What was important this month

• The city council adopted the budget plan for 2026 and 2027, with up to 25% of the available funds being allocated for climate protection measures.
• The annual financial report for 2024 was confirmed with a total result of over 4.4 million euros.
• A new civil registrar was appointed to ensure continued accessible public services.
• The regulation for open-air shopping Sundays in 2026 was approved.
• The expansion of Gartenstraße has entered the second construction phase.

Budget Plan 2026/2027: Security and Investments

In March 2026, the city council of the large district town of Coswig made a far-reaching decision regarding budget planning. The budget ordinance for the years 2026 and 2027 was adopted, with the council deliberately choosing not to finalize a separate overall budget. Particular attention was paid to climate protection: up to 25% of the available funds may now be used for measures toward climate neutrality.

In addition, the annual financial report for 2024 was confirmed with a total result of 4,461,639.17 euros. This consisted of 4,223,288.90 euros in regular results and 238,350.27 euros in special results. The entire surplus was transferred to reserves, ensuring the city's financial stability.

Important Administrative Decisions

In addition to the budget planning, several administrative decisions were made. A new civil registrar was appointed and is now responsible for the processing of civil registration matters. Furthermore, the regulation for open-air shopping Sundays in 2026 was approved, enabling retailers and restaurants in Coswig to operate more predictably.

In the field of municipal infrastructure, a decision was made to award the contract for the second construction phase of the expansion of Gartenstraße. This is another step toward improving traffic safety and connectivity within the city.

Climate Protection and Municipal Engagement

Climate protection has become increasingly prominent in Coswig in recent years. The current budget plan underlines this with the clear regulation that up to 25% of the available funds may be used for climate protection measures. This is an important signal to the population and shows that Coswig is actively contributing to the achievement of climate goals.

In addition, a report under § 6.3 of the Participation Regulation was presented, documenting the dialogue process with the population regarding key municipal projects. This transparency is another step toward participatory urban development.

Looking Beyond the Plate: Municipal Financial Planning and Citizen Participation

The decisions made in March 2026 show that Coswig remains stable both financially and organizationally. The budget planning for the next two years is a decisive milestone that strengthens the city's development. At the same time, it becomes clear that climate protection is no longer just a footnote, but has become an integral part of municipal policy.

The appointment of a new civil registrar and the clear regulation regarding open-air shopping Sundays are examples of how the city remains present in the daily lives of its citizens. At the same time, it becomes evident that Coswig is also acting in a forward-looking and citizen-friendly manner in the planning of major projects such as the expansion of Gartenstraße.

Outlook

In April, Coswig will focus not only on further stages of infrastructure development but also on preparations for the mayoral election. The city council has already fixed the election date and established the municipal election committee. In addition, the combined budget for 2026 and 2027 will be discussed in public in more depth. Citizens can continue to participate in the decision-making process – Coswig remains accessible and transparent.