Markus Renner opens the open day as mayor!

Markus Renner opens the open day as mayor!

A new wind is blowing through Meißen, and not just in a figurative sense. October 28, 2025 is a very special day for the city on the Elbe: Markus Renner officially takes office as mayor today. An event that will be celebrated with an open day at the city hall from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. All residents of Meissen are warmly invited to take a look behind the scenes of the city's offices and operations. Radio Dresden reports that the municipal wastewater company also introduced itself. A good offer for anyone who wants to know what their money is used for in the household!

Where exactly does this all take place? In the town hall, at Markt 3, as well as in neighboring buildings such as the city planning office (Leipziger Straße 10) and the building department (Schlossberg 9). A tour is worth it, as the main and human resources office also has exciting information about the city as an employer. Here you also have the opportunity to look at the historical official gazettes, which tell a piece of the city's history.

Discovery tour through the offices

The happy hustle and bustle is complemented by games and crafts for the youngest children. Anyone who enjoys puzzles is free to solve various puzzles - this provides entertainment and variety. The city of Meissen emphasizes that this day is an excellent opportunity to get to know the tasks and functions of the city's offices and companies. Direct contact with those responsible is often the best way to clarify questions and make suggestions.

It will be particularly exciting from 3 p.m. when citizens have the chance to get to know the new mayor Markus Renner personally in the office. Renner, who previously worked as finance mayor and received clear approval with 58 percent of the vote in the first round, brings a breath of fresh air and new ideas for urban development.

A look into the future

What do the people of Meißen want to learn from their new mayor? Renner himself wants to promote dialogue with citizens and attaches particular importance to transparency and participation. This event marks the first step in closer cooperation between the city administration and the population. Everyone is invited to express their concerns and wishes directly. After all, it's about the future of your own homeland!

So Markus Renner has a lot planned and is ensuring a completely successful start with his first official appearance. Be it in the town hall or over coffee and a chat with the citizens - here you can be sure that the opportunities for open exchange will not arise again so quickly. So stop by and get inspired!