Mayor of Košice and your representative
With respect for the centuries-old history of Košice and courage for modern innovation. For more than 12 years I have been working to turn Košice into a green, safe and economically prosperous centre for all generations.
A personal address by Mayor Peter Horváth on the development priorities of Košice for 2026 and on open dialogue with all residents.
An overview of the main strategic investments and projects the city leadership is focusing on this year to improve the quality of life of all residents.
Revitalisation of public parks, construction of retention reservoirs and planting of thousands of trees to adapt to climate change.
Comprehensive repair of roads and sidewalks, modernisation of public transport stops, expansion of smart intersections and 12 km of new cycle routes.
Insulation and equipment of primary schools and kindergartens, renovation of gyms, development of inclusive education and new community centres for children and families.
New e-services for citizens, a participatory budget and transparent publication of city contracts and decisions.
Follow the steps, open projects and key strategic decisions of the city leadership in real time. Every milestone moves our city forward.
After three years of public hearings and citizen participation, the City Council unanimously approved the strategic zoning plan for 2025 – 2040. It includes the immediate start of the renewal of the historic city park, with a new retention lake, a children's centre and 400 new trees.
Read the full articleWe cut the ribbon on a fully insulated primary school with its own photovoltaic panels and a new multipurpose sports hall. In the afternoons the facility will be freely open to local sports clubs and the public.
Read the full articleMore than 150 residents came to the community centre to discuss the new resident parking scheme and the completion of missing sidewalks. We have recorded all suggestions and will present a schedule of concrete remedies within 30 days.
Read the full articleThe Ministry of Investments and Regional Development approved our application for a non-repayable grant in full. The project will deliver 12 km of new protected cycle routes, 8 low-emission electric buses and smart traffic lights with public transport priority.
Read the full articleIn the ceremonial rooms of the town hall we signed a key agreement with the rector. Students and researchers will take a direct part in sensor-based air quality monitoring and the digitalisation of municipal building management.
Read the full articleEvery euro under scrutiny. We launched an interactive open city budget portal and set aside €200,000 for a participatory budget in which residents decide by vote on small community projects.
Read the full articleOn the first Wednesday of every month we hold the Mayor's Open Day. Book a 15-minute personal meeting or send us an official suggestion via the form.
