Dusseldorf: District 2's Festivities Held at Tanzhaus NRW
Düsseldorf, Germany - District Council 2 marked its 50th anniversary with a celebratory event on Tuesday, February 20th. The evening, held at the Tanzhaus NRW, was filled with reflections on the council's role, achievements, and the significant changes in District 2 over the past five decades.
The event began with a performance by the youth company of the Tanzhaus, showcasing a partly self-choreographed piece that added a creative flair to the occasion.
Prof. Dr. Reinhold Knopp from Düsseldorf University led a discussion on District 2's development over the past 50 years. The talk covered infrastructure growth, demographic changes, urban planning, public services improvement, and policy impacts on residents’ quality of life.
Engaged citizens from the district, as well as representatives from kindergartens, schools, churches, social institutions, and cultural institutions, were invited to attend. Notable attendees included Former district chairpersons Annelies Böcker (CDU) and Gudrun Großer-Goebel (SPD), District Mayor Philipp Schlee (Alliance 90/The Greens), Mayor Dr. Stephan Keller, and the director of the Tanzhaus, Ingrida Gerbutavičiūtė.
The event also served as an opportunity for networking and exchange, with many guests from politics, administration, culture, and the local community in attendance. Other notable attendees included Hans-Werner Backes (Chief of Honor, Flingern Shooting Club) and Petra Kron (Artistic Director of the kabawil association).
The evening concluded with a social gathering offering drinks and snacks, providing a chance for guests to discuss the insights gained during the discussion and reminisce on the council's past achievements.
For those interested in learning more about District Council 2’s 50th anniversary and its historical development, checking official District Council communications, local government press releases, or municipal archives would be essential. Local newspapers, council meeting records, or community historical societies may also offer comprehensive retrospectives.
- The discussion led by Prof. Dr. Reinhold Knopp delved into the politics and general-news topics of District 2's development, including infrastructure growth, policy impacts, and changes in urban planning, demographics, and public services over the past 50 years.
- In the networking and exchange segment of the event, guests from various sectors such as politics, administration, culture, and the local community engaged in insightful discussions about District Council 2's historical achievements and contemporary affairs.
