Dr. Brodführer: Tempo for the change in the Wartburg district!

Dr. Brodführer: Tempo for the change in the Wartburg district!

Wartburgkreis, Deutschland - On July 1, 2025, Dr. Michael Brodführer his office as district administrator of the Wartburg district. His credo has been clear since taking office: "Tempo, pace, pace". It brings a fresh perspective to the political landscape and is known for its high will. In his first year, he has already made great progress with short and long -term strategies for sustainable change. He describes himself as unideological, relaxed and unconventional. Dr. Brod leaders of the need for a confident mood and trustworthy action to motivate and integrate the local people. RHOKANAL reports that he received positive feedback for his commitment, not least through the good cooperation with the state government in Erfurt and the commitment of the citizens in clubs and honorary offices.

What is on the agenda? According to Dr. There are three central challenges for the Wartburg district: the economic transformation, the demographic development and the conversion of the district administration. The automotive industry, for example, is under pressure due to rising costs and an acute shortage of skilled workers. Dr. Brodführer has therefore set itself the goal of making the Wartburg district the economically strongest district in Thuringia. This also includes an increased focus on the promotion of children and adolescents as well as the creation of attractive training and workplaces.

demographic challenges and shortage of skilled workers

The population decline is a major problem. Falling birth rates and an increasing number of resting people put a strain on the Wartburg district. The shortage of skilled workers not only affects industry, but also the craft, care and services - especially in rural areas. In order to counteract these developments, the district plans to actively promote the influx and to create integration options for immigrants. Citizens are asked to be friendly and open to new fellow citizens. It turns out here that the shortage of skilled workers is a national phenomenon that is illustrated by the specialist monitoring of the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs (BMAS). Studies in the BMAS point out that considerable potential for workers will remain unused by 2028, especially in women, people with a migration background and older workers. BMAS emphasizes that the challenges of demographic changes, digitization and structural change continue to exist.

The industries that are most affected by the shortage of skilled workers include healthcare, information technology and craft. While the demand for nursing staff and doctors in the healthcare sector is increasing, the IT industry cannot develop the required software developers and engineers to a sufficient extent. Mercer points out that the need for specific qualifications in transforming companies is also growing.

conversion of the district administration

Another aspect of Dr. Brodführer Agenda is the renovation of the district administration. Structural changes are planned to make the administration of slimmer, agile and service -oriented. Instead of acting reactively, the district administrator relies on proactive action. This should help to increase efficiency and offer the citizens a better service.

All in all, Dr. Brodführer to make the Wartburg district the friendliest district of Germany - a project that should not only be done through investments, but also through an open and integrative attitude of all citizens. In a rapid change, we are all responsible for showing acceptance and friendliness so that the region continues to blossom and enable all citizens a good life.