Police officer to revitalize the SPÖ in St. Andrä
Following the mayoral election in the quaint town of St. Andrä, the SPÖ has undergone some changes – Andreas Stermeczki is now the new deputy mayor, while Christoph Perlinger remains a councilor. The ÖVP candidate, Martin Öhler, clinched the mayoral seat with a significant 53.3% of the votes.
In the aftermath of the election, there was a buzz about Perlinger or SPÖ local party chairman Jens Bastian taking over the deputy mayor's role, but Stermeczki emerged victorious. According to Stermeczki, "Diversity has always fascinated me." A police officer in Nickelsdorf, Stermeczki has been a councilor in St. Andrä am Zicksee since 2012, but has yet to serve on the municipal board.
His tenure as deputy mayor kicks off on June 25, following the approval of the intra-party pact in the council. One of his primary aims is to bring a local supplier to the municipality.
A Local Champion
Andreas Stermeczki's vision for St. Andrä revolves around promoting local economy and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). A key part of his agenda is prioritizing local suppliers for municipal procurement and projects, keeping economic benefits within the community, creating employment, and forging closer ties between the administration and local businesses.
By championing local suppliers, Stermeczki also champions environmentally friendly practices, reducing transport emissions and promoting regional products that strengthen St. Andrä’s unique identity. Additionally, he is committed to engaging with the community, encouraging local input in decision-making processes, particularly when it comes to economic development and public services.
Stermeczki’s plans on supporting local suppliers include implementing procurement policies that favor local businesses, hosting workshops and networking events to help local suppliers improve competitiveness, ensuring transparent and fair tendering processes, and encouraging suppliers to adopt sustainable practices.
Deputy Mayor Andreas Stermeczki's leadership in St. Andrä is marked by a strong emphasis on nurturing a resilient local economy that benefits the community directly and preserves its regional character. His strategic focus aims to bolster economic, social, and environmental sustainability – ensuring that St. Andrä's growth remains rooted in its own backyard.
If you're curious about specific initiatives Stermeczki has launched or plans to implement, I'd be happy to share more details! Keep in mind that Martin Öhler, the new mayor, must address the budget as a priority, given his election victory.
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