Economy requires robust local administrations, according to the call for local elections: "Strong communes are necessary for a thriving economy"
Dortmund, Germany, September 14, 2025, is the date set for the city's municipal election. This election is of significant importance, as both the Dortmund Chamber of Crafts (HWK) and the Industry and Commerce Chamber (IHK) are urging citizens to participate. The chambers believe that strong municipalities are crucial for a prosperous and livable city.
The economy of Dortmund is currently facing challenges due to uncertainties caused by US trade policy and the new tariff deal. Amidst these difficulties, a high voter turnout is considered an important sign of a capable, democratic society and the basis for stable economic development locally.
The chambers advocate for policies that support local businesses, vocational training, infrastructure improvements, digital transformation, and regulatory ease to foster economic growth. However, specific policy details for the upcoming 2025 municipal election have not been made public yet by the Dortmund HWK and IHK.
In the discussion on the economic areas strategy, the Brechtener Niederung is a point of contention. Meanwhile, there is a conflict in the economic committee today between economics and climate protection. The city council is struggling for the future of areas in Dortmund, as the economic area resources are almost exhausted.
Modern vocational school locations, coordinated public transport and mobility offers, and a digitally action-capable administration that streamlines building applications, tenders, and permits are necessary for the crafts and trade businesses. Municipalities should also focus on inner-city development, creating better conditions for businesses, and pursuing a settlement policy, including sustainable usage concepts for vacancies, accelerated planning procedures for industrial areas, and reliable traffic and parking concepts.
Climate protection, housing construction, and supply security require the involvement of the crafts, and thus communal politics that supports them. HWK President Berthold Schröder emphasizes the importance of the crafts in cities and municipalities, as they are employers, trainers, and service providers. IHK President Heinz-Herbert Dustmann highlights the challenges cities face, such as digitalization, energy transition, and demographic change, particularly affecting trade, services, and industry.
Both chambers call for municipal elections, emphasizing that the economy needs strong municipalities. They believe that communal politics can make a significant impact on the economic success and livability of the municipality. The crafts and trade businesses in Dortmund are closely linked to communal political decisions, which influence economic framework conditions.
In conclusion, the upcoming municipal election in Dortmund is encouraged as a means to set a course for an economically strong and livable municipality. The chambers are urging citizens to participate, recognizing the importance of a high voter turnout in creating a stable and prosperous future for the city.
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