Folksy Renovation: Schleswig-Holstein's Push for Rustic Revamp in Small Towns
Government advocates for rural infrastructure growth and stimulus - Encouragement of countryside advancement initiatives by the administration
Hey there! Let's dive into some exciting news about rural development in Schleswig-Holstein, shall we? The government's got a hefty sum of nearly 10 million euros at the ready, aiming to enhance the charm and vitality of small towns across the region.
The man behind this ambitious project is Minister Werner Schwarz of the CDU, the guy in charge of rural areas. According to Schwarz, this cash influx is all about uplifting the local way of life and fortifying infrastructure. A whopping 8.5 million euros of this comes from EU funds, with an extra 1.2 million euros from a joint federal and state initiative focusing on agricultural structure and coastal protection.
So, where does this money go, you ask? Well, it's earmarked for village development projects, multi-purpose buildings, and the refurbishment of rural roads. But what exactly are multi-purpose buildings, you say? In simple terms, they're like community hubs providing space for local supplies, education, and community gatherings, says Schwarz. "Think of them as social hotspots where neighborhood networks thrive."
The cabinet has already greenlit funding for projects worth over 500,000 euros. The Market Treff Freienwill in Schleswig-Flensburg, the multi-purpose building "Our Village Center" in Alveslohe, and the Education Campus Kremperheide are some of the fortunate recipients, each getting around 1.5 million euros.
But the good news doesn't end there. The state is also lending a helping hand to municipalities to expand their rural road network. As Schwarz points out, well-maintained, interconnected roads play a crucial role in agriculture, tourism, and local recreation. Take the city of Fehmarn, for instance, where the state is sponsoring two road projects.
On a broader scale, the European Commission supports rural development through the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD). These initiatives aim to boost agriculture and forestry competitiveness, ensure sustainable resource management, and drive balanced territorial development [2].
If you're interested in other projects enhancing sustainability and efficiency in agriculture and rural areas, you might want to check out the EIP-Agrar innovation projects, offering up to €4.7 million for relevant projects [1]. There's also the Interreg Baltic Sea Region program, which promotes cohesive development across the Baltic Sea Region, with a focus on financial management and budget planning for small projects, which could be handy for village development initiatives [3].
For the lowdown on Schleswig-Holstein's specific projects, it'd be wise to consult local government resources or official announcements from the state's agricultural or rural development departments. Happy exploring!
- Werner Schwarz
- Schleswig-Holstein
- Funding
- CDU
- EU
- Community Development
- Infrastructure Improvement
- Agriculture
- Tourism
- Coastal Protection
- The funding for Schleswig-Holstein's rural development project, led by Minister Werner Schwarz of the CDU, primarily comes from the EU, with support from a joint federal and state initiative focusing on agriculture, coastal protection, and infrastructure improvement.
- In addition to agriculture and coastal protection, a significant portion of the funds is allocated for the development of multi-purpose buildings, which serve as community hubs offering space for local supplies, education, and community gatherings.
- The European Commission supports rural development through policies and initiatives like the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD), aiming to boost competitiveness in agriculture and forestry, ensure sustainable resource management, and drive balanced territorial development.
