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FDP behind Severin Fischer: Potsdam is heading for an exciting mayoral election!
The Potsdam FDP supports Severin Fischer (SPD) for the mayoral election. Goal: Digital administration and tax relief in Potsdam.
FDP behind Severin Fischer: Potsdam is heading for an exciting mayoral election!
The Potsdam FDP has found its candidate for the upcoming mayoral elections. The FDP district executive decided unanimously to support Severin Fischer, the SPD candidate and current state secretary in the Berlin economic administration. This decision was confirmed by the FDP parliamentary group leader Björn Teuteberg Daily Mirror first reported. The election will take place on September 21st, followed by a possible runoff on October 12th.
Fischer's support was significantly influenced by his experience in leading larger administrations. His approach to reducing trade tax, which deviates from the previous line of the Potsdam SPD, could give the FDP a greater chance of success in the second round of voting. In addition to Severin Fischer, Noosha Aubel, a non-party, and Clemens Viehrig from the CDU are also standing for election.
Fischer’s digital agenda for Potsdam
Severin Fischer is committed to the goal of developing Potsdam into a modern city with a service-oriented and digital administration. One of its core tasks is to measure the implementation of these goals. Fischer emphasizes that all administrative services should be available digitally to simplify processes and improve processing times. One focus is on relieving the burden on citizen services and the motor vehicle office through digital offerings. This could lead to completely online processing of administrative procedures, which could not only increase efficiency but also increase the availability of on-site appointments. He sees the administration as a partner for citizens and companies, with the aim of promoting joy in cooperation.
As part of his vision for a modern administration, Fischer places particular emphasis on the needs of people who rely on alternative services. The development of a motivated and satisfied workforce is also essential in order to perceive Potsdam as an attractive employer. Good working conditions and development prospects for employees are part of his agenda, which also includes greater involvement of staff in urban development.
context of the political landscape
The digital agenda in Brandenburg is being pushed forward not only by the city government, but also at the state level. The SPD mayoral coalition under Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke has set itself the goal of promoting digitalization in various areas, especially in rural areas. The plan is therefore to expand high-speed internet and close cooperation between the state and municipalities to improve administrative services. Benjamin Grimm, Minister of Justice and Digitalization, will be seen as a key player in driving forward the institutional strengthening of digitalization in Brandenburg Basecamp Digital shown.
Overall, the political support for Severin Fischer is a step towards a modern administration that works efficiently and promotes digital solutions. With elections approaching, it remains to be seen how these strategies will impact the outcome of the election.