In order to achieve the objectives of the economic program, the aim is to achieve savings of at least EUR 10 million in personnel expenses in the 2026 budget. The calculated savings target corresponds to approximately 200 person-years.
In order to achieve cost savings, the employer is considering reorganizing services, functions, the organization, and tasks.
The cooperation negotiations cover all city personnel. It is estimated that a maximum of 200 people will be made redundant, and the reorganization may also result in significant changes to job descriptions. The aim is to achieve permanent changes in the cost structure, so layoffs are not considered the primary option. The number, scope, and targeting of possible staff reductions or other measures will be specified during the negotiations.
The aim is to streamline operations in such a way that the adverse effects on tasks directly related to municipal services are minimized. Therefore the possibility of streamlining operations by reviewing administrative structures and task packages, as well as tasks and obligations other than those required by law, will be assessed in particular.
Negotiations on the planned changes will begin on August 18, 2025 and will continue for at least six weeks. The aim is for any changes to take effect by July 1, 2026, at the latest.
