Do you know how nine independent municipalities formed a powerful alliance in 1971? That alliance is the Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau im Schwarzwald. It is more than just an administrative body. It embodies the strength of unity.
The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau im Schwarzwald serves Aitern, B\u00f6llen, Fr\u00f6hnd, Sch\u00f6nau im Schwarzwald, Sch\u00f6nenberg, Tunau, Utzenfeld, Wembach and Wieden. These municipalities joined forces during Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg’s administrative reform. Their goal was to create a more efficient local government.
The town hall in Sch\u00f6nau im Schwarzwald became the headquarters. This location symbolizes the central role it plays. The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau handles various tasks. These include tasks assigned to the municipalities by law. It manages land registry, civil registry, and public order matters. The association oversees financial management like budgeting.
But that is not all. The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau goes beyond basic administration. It handles preparatory construction planning. It takes responsibility for the elementary school in Sch\u00f6nau im Schwarzwald. It maintains the cemetery facilities in Sch\u00f6nau im Schwarzwald. The association manages wastewater collection and treatment.
Financing these vital tasks requires careful planning. The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau uses a system of levies. They are based on factors like population and student numbers. This ensures fair distribution of costs among member municipalities.
The official publication is the “Sch\u00f6nauer Anzeiger.” It keeps residents informed. This weekly newspaper provides important news from the association and its municipalities.
Peter Schelshorn currently chairs the Gemeindeverwaltungsverband. As of June 30 2024, the association represents 5606 residents.
The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau offers many services. Citizens can apply to change their address on their eID card. They can report noise disturbances. They can request information from the purchase price collection. Residents can also apply for housing allowance. They can register their place of residence.
The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau manages tasks. These include street construction and maintenance. It provides services related to waste and wastewater disposal. The association operates a kindergarten in Sch\u00f6nau. It also handles tasks related to civil status.
The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau can take on tourism tasks. This includes advertising and creating promotional material. It promotes the region’s appeal. The association is a member of the Schwarzwald Nordic Center Notschrei.
The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau opens its doors to the public. You can visit Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 12:00. On Tuesdays, they are also open from 14:00 to 18:00. On Thursdays, you can visit from 14:00 to 16:30.
The Gemeindeverwaltungsverband Sch\u00f6nau is more than a government body. It represents cooperation and progress. It shapes the future of Sch\u00f6nau im Schwarzwald and its surrounding communities.