CDU party in Solingen chooses Daniel Flemm as their mayoral candidate
Solingen's Mayoral Race: Daniel Flemm and the CDU's Vision for Renewal
The city of Solingen is gearing up for its Mayoral Election in September 2025, with Daniel Flemm, the current chairman of the CDU fraction in the Solingen city council, stepping forward as the first candidate. Flemm, a native of Solingen, has a long history with the CDU, joining the party in 2007 and serving as a city councilor since 2012.
If elected, Flemm plans to implement a "policy of renewal" for Solingen. This renewal focuses on several key areas, including education, traffic infrastructure, city society, and cost-cutting measures.
Education
Flemm recognizes the importance of early childhood and school-age care, and he aims to expand Kita (childcare) and OGS (open all-day schools) spots. This expansion is intended to improve the availability and quality of early education, supporting families and strengthening the educational infrastructure in Solingen.
Traffic Infrastructure
To address the city's traffic woes, Flemm plans to implement improvements in the traffic infrastructure. While specific measures are not yet detailed, this generally includes plans to enhance transportation options, reduce congestion, and modernize streets for better safety and efficiency.
City Society
Flemm emphasizes the importance of a cohesive city society. He plans to focus on community engagement, social integration, and strengthening local identity and participation.
Cost-Cutting
In terms of fiscal responsibility, Flemm plans to implement cost-cutting measures. These efforts aim to optimize the city’s budget without compromising essential services, ensuring sustainable financial management.
Addressing Challenges
Flemm acknowledges that Solingen is currently facing many challenges. He has identified six key areas that need to be addressed with high priority: safety, financial policy, businesses, innovations, education, traffic infrastructure, and city society.
In the OGS area, Flemm intends to introduce flexible spot models as a support for Solingen families. He also plans to prioritize the expansion of OGS and kindergarten spots after the municipal election. To help providers adapt to these changes, the city should provide additional personnel assistance.
A Fresh Start for Solingen
Sebastian Haug, chairman of the CDU in Solingen, stated that Solingen needs a political fresh start. Flemm shares this sentiment, criticizing the current state of the Solingen city center, which he sees as having major problems in the areas of social structure and crime.
To tackle these issues, Flemm calls for a new cluster-oriented concept for the North and South City, with a focus on internal security and quality of stay. He also plans to examine "dual structures" in the administration, specifically in the Solingen City Development Company (SEG) and the Economic Development of Solingen.
If elected, Flemm plans to take immediate action in his first 100 days in office. His goals include cutting costs, digitalizing administration, and addressing the city's pressing problems.
With a commitment to making Solingen a little better every day, Flemm hopes that the citizens of Solingen will be proud of their city under his leadership. The CDU's focus on the club and association structure and evaluation of all individual measures in the Solingen city center further underscores their dedication to creating positive change in the city.
Policy-and-legislation: As part of his plan for renewal, if elected, Daniel Flemm intends to examine "dual structures" in the administration, specifically in the Solingen City Development Company (SEG) and the Economic Development of Solingen.
General-news: Flemm, a candidate in the upcoming Mayoral Election in Solingen, has highlighted the importance of a cohesive city society in his political vision. He aims to focus on community engagement, social integration, and strengthening local identity and participation.
