Josef Schmidt runs for the Greens: fresh wind for Tirschenreuth!

Josef Schmidt runs for the Greens: fresh wind for Tirschenreuth!

In the district of Tirschenreuth, there are exciting news at the political level. Josef Schmidt, who has been active in the region for years, was unanimously nominated by Bündnis 90/The Greens as a candidate for the district council. The establishment assembly took place with great approval, and Schmidt was the only applicant. The election to the district administrator will take place on March 8, 2026. Schmidt has a lot of experience, because he is the reigning parliamentary group spokesman in the Tirschenreuth district council and sees himself well equipped for the upcoming challenges. Oberpfalz Echo reports to link the economic development with ecological aspects.

"It is important for us to advance the renewable energies in the district," explains Schmidt. He is committed to ensuring that the necessary structures are created in order to make the region sustainable. In addition to the promotion of renewable energies, he also has an eye on the modernization of job offers in the district office. He wants to drive digitization in order to significantly improve the service for citizens.

a clear plan for the region

Schmidt's goal is to make life in the country more attractive and particularly emphasize the advantages of the rural region. He considers a clear commitment to local public transport to be necessary to guarantee the mobility of all citizens. He also plans to create social and cultural offers to strengthen identity with the district.

In his considerations, Schmidt is also not forgotten the commercial and industrial sector. "We have to keep the district attractive for companies as a location," he emphasizes. He sees the strengthening of tourism as an important economic mainstay. "There is still a lot of potential here," he emphasizes and at the same time criticizes the current financial situation of the district. He demands more support from the state and federal government to be able to manage the necessary investments.

Josef Schmidt: A man of the crime

Josef Schmidt describes himself as a passionate environmentalist and is actively involved in the Steinwald Ökomoderegion and in the “Wilde Weide Waldnaab Aue” project. The 42-year-old manages the Biolandhof Grenzmühle, has an apprenticeship as a farmer, gardener and is also master butcher. His practical experience and commitment to sustainable agriculture benefit him in his political work.

In addition, Schmidt initiated projects for the poppy seed and deals with the breeding of his own poppy varieties in a research project. Politically, he is firmly anchored in the region: he is the group leader of the Greens in the Tirschenreuth district council and in the Erbendorf city council as well as chairman of Bioland e.V., the largest eco -cultivation association in Germany.

An innovative path and the preservation of rural quality of life are on the way - with a strong, environmentally conscious district candidate at the top. Because one thing is clear: the district of Tirschenreuth not only has to master major challenges, but also to offer a lot of positive things when it comes to the combination of ecology and economy. Schmidt's commitment could play a crucial role in this. If you want to know more, you can find more information on the website of District Tirschenreuth