Centuries-Old Tradition Continues as New Field Jurors Take Leadership
Alois Luger has taken over as chair of the city’s field jurors, replacing Heribert Dettenkofer. Johannes Neuner was also elected deputy chair, with both now serving as official spokespeople for the group. Their roles include acting as a key link between the jurors and the municipal surveying office. The position of field juror dates back more than 500 years, making it one of the oldest offices in local self-government. These jurors hold lifelong appointments and work on an honorary basis, bound by strict confidentiality rules. Their main duty involves assisting with cadastral surveys carried out by the Office for Digitization, Broadband, and Surveying.
Luger and Neuner will represent the jurors in joint matters, ensuring coordination with the Building Authority’s Geoinformation and Surveying Department. The department oversees all field juror activities within the city. Each juror serves a six-year term, though their role remains active for life. The group has recently expanded, with Ludwig Linseis joining as the newest member. This brings the total number of active field jurors in the city to eight.
The newly appointed chair and deputy will now lead the team in supporting official surveying tasks. Their work ensures the smooth operation of cadastral services, maintaining a tradition that has endured for centuries. The group continues to function under the oversight of the municipal surveying authorities.
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