Fürth's Lord Mayor Thomas Jung unveils bold 2032 vision for growth and sustainability
After his resounding re-election victory, Fürth's Lord Mayor Thomas Jung has outlined the city's political priorities for the coming years. At a press conference on Wednesday, the city leader presented key projects set to be implemented during the legislative term through 2032. He interpreted his strong mandate as a call to continue the current course while also introducing fresh initiatives.
In education and childcare, the city is focusing on continuity and expansion. Digitalization in schools will be further advanced, with major construction projects taking center stage—including the completion of the new Helene-Lange-Gymnasium and Heinrich-Schliemann-Gymnasium. The main branch of the public library in the Südstadt district is also slated for completion.
Economically, Fürth aims for growth and job creation. The development and finalization of several commercial zones—such as Golfpark, Siemensstraße, and the Main- and Rezatstraße areas—are expected to generate at least 2,000 new jobs, according to city officials. Employers like Framatome and Siemens, as well as the hotel industry, are anticipated to contribute to this employment boost. At the same time, the city plans to expand its tourism offerings, with around 500 new hotel beds in the pipeline, including locations near Hardhöhe and the Lokschuppen event hall. Urban revitalization remains a priority, with projects like the renovation of a former Woolworth building and the planned revival of a defunct electronics market.
On environmental and mobility issues, the city is prioritizing renewable energy and infrastructure. Solar capacity is set to increase by at least ten megawatts to maintain Fürth's leading role in green energy. Additionally, the city plans to plant a minimum of 5,000 trees annually. Transportation projects include fast-cycle routes toward Nuremberg, Erlangen, and Herzogenaurach, as well as a revamped bus network. A new composting facility in Burgfarrnbach is also in the works.
Urban development will see numerous redesigns and new constructions, such as the completion of the Hornschuchpromenade and the Willy-Brandt-Anlage, along with the realization of the Pegnitzquartier, featuring a new riverside promenade. Further measures will target Helmplatz, Ludwigstraße at the south exit of the main train station, and central areas like Fürther Freiheit, Kohlenmarkt, and Königstraße.
In housing, the city aims to create roughly 2,000 new units across various locations, including Reichsbodenfeld, Südstadt, the Hornschuch Campus area, and several inner-city sites. Some projects will also include social and cooperative housing.
Sports and leisure facilities are set for expansion, with plans for a new indoor pool at Scherbsgraben and the completion of additional gymnasiums.
Infrastructure projects, such as making the main train station fully accessible and potentially building a freight rail tunnel, were also highlighted by Mayor Jung. However, plans for an S-Bahn route realignment are to be abandoned.
Jung emphasized that the city's fiscal policy will remain unchanged. Over recent years, this approach has led to steady debt reduction while maintaining a business-friendly environment to fund investments in infrastructure, social programs, and cultural initiatives.
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