Final town hall gathering of 2023: Discussions ranged from issues in Buga to residential property transactions
On Thursday, the Dresden City Council gathers for their final meeting of the year, and things are heating up! One of the key topics is the presentation of the feasibility study for Dresden's bid to host the Bundesgartenschau (BUGA) in 2033. Fingers crossed, bucks ready, as the Council plans to green-light the application and submit it on the spot if things go according to plan.
If successful, the city would be shelling out a staggering 175 million euros to revamp gravel pits in Leuben and grab the infamous rubble mountain. The managing director of the Federal Garden Show Society will be in attendance, adding a touch of green glamour to the proceedings.
Mayor Dirk Hilbert anticipates a speedy approval process, aiming to reveal Dresden as the host city by Q1 2024. Other matters up for discussion include the buyback of 1,200 Vonovia apartments for the municipal WiD, and a climate concept by SachsenEnergie.
Prepare your wallets, Dresdeners! SachsenEnergie is planning to invest more than 1.5 billion euros to help the city become climate-neutral, a move that will leave no stone untouched. This decision comes as part of a growing trend in Germany, with continued federal funding for eco-friendly projects in municipalities[3].
Things are looking pretty peachy for Dresden, as it gallops ahead in the race to host the 2033 Bundesgartenschau. With the 'Gesellschaftsvertrag' (articles of association) for BUGA Dresden 2033 already signed[1], it seems the city has moved past the application phase and is now focused on planning and development. While specific investment figures for BUGA 2033 haven't been disclosed, the signed contract suggests that funds and public-private investment initiatives are in the pipeline[1][3].
Personal finance and budgeting will be essential for Dresden residents as the city prepares for the possible 175 million euro expenditure to host the Bundesgartenschau in 2033. With SachsenEnergie planning to invest over 1.5 billion euros for climate-neutral initiatives, it's crucial for residents to have a well-planned personal-finance strategy to adapt to these changes.
