Geratal votes Dominik Straube again: new plans for tourism and infrastructure!

Geratal votes Dominik Straube again: new plans for tourism and infrastructure!

DOMINK STRAUBE (CDU) was re -elected in the mayoral election in Geratal with 67.5 % of the votes. His challenger Jens Hendriks from the Free Voting Association received 32.5 % of the votes. The turnout was 52.1 %. Straube plans to strengthen the tourist infrastructure in Geratal, with the use of the Lütschetalsperre playing a central role as a local recreation area. The planned construction projects also include the renovation of the Rolf-Schumann-Halle in Frankenhain, which indicates an active plan to improve regional offers.

The Lütschetalsperre, which was built in the 1930s for the water supply of the German Reichsbahn, complements the dam quartet below the Rennsteig. Today the dam is mainly used for flood protection and local recreation. It offers a length of about 1 km and a width of 200 m. In contrast to other dams in the area, such as the old Tambacher and the Ehratalsperre, bathing is allowed here. A bathing beach and various leisure activities for water and fishing athletes make the Lütschetalsperre an attractive destination for those seeking relaxation. However, even in midsummer, the water temperature hardly reaches more than 20 degrees.

challenges and new initiatives

Despite the positive developments in Geratal, the municipality is faced with a challenging budgetary situation, especially due to falling income, especially in trade tax. In order to strengthen the competitiveness of the region, the IHK Südthüringen and District Administrator Robert Sesselmann (AfD) initiate a consultation for entrepreneurs. The first consultation hour has been announced for May 20, with further appointments in September and December.

In Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig, preparations for the upcoming season in the Waldbad, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, are currently ongoing. The season starts on June 13 with weekly work assignments to maintain the facility. The admission prices remain stable: for adults, they cost 2.50 euros, reduced 1.50 euros. The big birthday is celebrated on July 6th.

sustainability and infrastructure

Meininger Busbetriebs GmbH plans to use three new electric buses for autumn, with the aim of promoting environmentally friendly mobility. Another focus is on a new direct connection from Meiningen via Kaltennordheim to Fladungen, which goes into operation from August. This should further improve the traffic structure.

The surveillance cameras installed three years ago are up for discussion. Since they are not in accordance with data protection, the order is to recreate it. The city of Suhl has objected to the decision of the state data protection officer.

A campaign week for caring relatives in the Schmalkalden-Meiningen district takes place this week with the aim of presenting support offers and promoting the exchange among those affected. The program on Monday is offered in the district office from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The operating license for the evangelical kindergarten "Sonnenschein" in Schmalkalden is secured. The city has submitted plans and financing for necessary renovation work to fix existing structural defects. In addition, a new newsletter for the residents of Oberhof, Schleusingen, Suhl and Zella-Mehlis will be published every six weeks, so that interested people can register on the website of the Südthüringen Oberzentrum.

For more information on the tourist offers, including the Lütschetalsperre, interested parties can visit the website of Tourismus Thuringian Forest