Budget in Eisenkappel – financial aftermath from the last foehn storms

Even years after the two storms Yves and Vaia, there are still financial aftermaths in Bad Eisenkappel. The budget will be burdened by the storm damage until the end of the municipal council period.

The renovations after the storms Yves in 2017 and a year later by Vaia are still in full swing. Roads for the removal of wood must be straightened. Mayor Elisabeth Lobnik: “These expenses will remain with us until the end of the municipal council period.” So far, around 1.2 million euros have been invested.1.2 million euros investment Lobnik: “The same amount will be built this year as well.” After the timber transport routes in Lobniggraben have been completed On the Riepl- and Tschoberweg, work will continue in spring in the Lobnig- and Remscheniggraben. “Without the help of the state, we would never be able to do this,” says Lobnik. Flood protectionThe expansion of flood protection, which is also worth millions, will continue in 2022: “The protective construction at the castle has been completed, the area near the tennis hall, where mudslides are also have left, will be secured. ”The destroyed Niederdorfer weir is rebuilt.
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