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Salzburg saves 21 million: where will the money go in 2026?
The city of Salzburg will reduce its investments to 110 million euros in 2026 in order to ensure budget accuracy and secure important projects.
Salzburg saves 21 million: where will the money go in 2026?
The city of Salzburg decided at an investment meeting on Wednesday that investments totaling 110 million euros should be made in 2026. This corresponds to a decrease of 21 million euros compared to the originally planned 131 million euros. The total investments due by 2030 are expected to amount to around 555 million euros, which is 97 million euros less than previously planned Salzburg24 reported.
Mayor Bernhard Auinger (SPÖ) commented positively on this and emphasized the progress towards the “truth of the budget”. He made it clear that despite the cuts, no projects had to be canceled. Instead, lump sums were set that the city can bear financially.
Investment priorities
The focus of the planned investments is on the areas of childcare, culture, sport and senior housing. Building construction will continue to receive around 60 million euros for 2026. This was also somewhat clouded by the absence of Deputy Mayor Kay-Michael Dankl (KPÖ Plus), who was unable to take part in the negotiations due to vacation. Nevertheless, Dankl is pledging over 17 million euros for affordable housing in urban residential complexes over the next five years.
In addition, the city plans to invest up to 10 million euros in the acquisition of land and the use of the empty Hellbrunn senior citizens' residence. In addition, 4 million euros are earmarked annually for the construction of cycle paths, as stated in the statement MyDistrict emerges.
Political reactions
Vice Mayor Florian Kreibich (ÖVP) was surprised by Dankl's absence from the meeting, but emphasized the importance of the upcoming major projects, such as the ice training hall and the indoor swimming pool in Leopoldskron. Planning City Councilor Anna Schiester (Citizens' List - the Greens) pointed out that no savings should be made when investing in the city's quality of life.
Councilor for Social Affairs Andrea Brandner (SPÖ) ensured the expansion of senior housing and resident service centers. The NEOS, on the other hand, welcomed the savings plans, but criticized Dankl's lack of presence and called for more realistic budget planning.