GVV Plochingen: Key to independence for Altbach and Deizisau!

GVV Plochingen: Key to independence for Altbach and Deizisau!

The Plochingen Municipal Administration Association (GVV), founded in 1975, is a crucial element in securing the independence of the smaller communities of Altbach, Deizisau and Plochingen. Gerhard Schmid, who was mayor of Deizisau for 24 years, emphasizes the importance of the GVV and emphasizes that many citizens are not aware of the function and importance of this association. In the 1970s there were efforts to unite smaller towns with larger communities, which led to the founding of the GVV in response to these political aspirations.

The GVV takes on numerous planning tasks and acts as the lower building law authority for its member communities. This has not only led to shorter routes and more personal contact between citizens and administrations, but also opened up new opportunities for strategic planning and development. Schmid uses the GVV's structures, among other things, for urban development competitions, which contributes to activating regional development opportunities.

Role and tasks of the GVV

The member municipalities, including Plochingen, Deizisau and Altbach, pay a levy to the GVV in addition to the district levy. Schmid describes the levy as the price for maintaining independence. The GVV coordinates higher-level tasks such as noise action plans, land use plans and cycle path concepts. Plochingen in particular uses most of the GVV's services, while Deizisau and Altbach now have their own building authorities.

Another notable development at GVV is the hiring of a climate protection manager in March who will take care of the implementation of sustainable projects. These measures show that inter-communal cooperation is also possible with the aim of maintaining independence in small communities.

Inter-municipal cooperation as a solution approach

Inter-municipal cooperation, as practiced in the GVV Plochingen, represents a solution approach for many small towns, especially in the context of demographic change. Different forms of cooperation between public administrations and local authorities are crucial in order to reduce the pressure to act that arises when central public services are not provided to the minimum extent.

Through such collaborations, municipalities can not only implement more important infrastructure projects more efficiently, but also work together in areas such as social, youth and health administration. Many municipalities take advantage of shared services, such as fire departments, rescue services or kindergartens. Wikipedia describes the forms of administrative cooperation as crucial for effective public services and as a response to the increasing complexity of municipal tasks.

Overall, the GVV Plochingen shows how inter-municipal cooperation can be successful even in a time of independence and individuality of communities. The challenges that smaller municipalities face must not be underestimated, and the joint effort within the GVV not only preserves independence, but also sustainably improves the quality of life for the population.