Nick Gumenick: New district leader of Feuerbach and his vision!

Nick Gumenick: New district leader of Feuerbach and his vision!

Nick Gumenick was elected as the new district leader of Feuerbach on May 23, 2025. Gumenick was the only candidate because his running mate had withdrawn. During the election, he thanked the local council for their trust and placed the responsibility of the office at the center of his speech. He announced that Feuerbach would be further developed through close cooperation with the district advisory board, the citizens and the clubs. Gumenick, born on February 15, 1999, studied public management at the University of Public Administration in Kehl between 2019 and 2022 and plans to start a part-time master's degree in September 2024. Since March 2022 he has headed the main office in the municipality of Steinmauern, Rastatt district.

Gumenick's election comes at a time when the importance of local politics for the daily lives of citizens is increasingly coming into focus. The municipality plays a central role in the provision of important services such as water supply, energy supply and the maintenance of municipal roads. The town hall and administration are therefore the heart of municipal engagement, in which volunteers and citizens can actively participate in supporting and shaping community projects. According to Steinmauern, local political mandates are honorary positions that enable direct feedback and contact between citizens and political actors.

The role of local democracy

Municipalities have established themselves as essential places for political participation. Citizen participation includes various processes that help people to bring their voices and concerns into political decision-making. Instruments such as citizens' and residents' assemblies are available to residents to actively participate in shaping their living environment. Opportunities to submit citizen applications and participate in committees are just some of the ways in which citizens can get involved at the local level. This is also reflected in the commitment of the new district leader Gumenick, who wants to involve citizens in Feuerbach's development process.

But local democracy faces challenges. Changes in social structures and an increasing desire for participation make far-reaching reforms necessary. The decline in critical acceptance of local political decisions and the rise of alternative influence strategies, such as the media and citizens' initiatives, are phenomena that cannot be ignored. As a new representative in local politics, Gumenick will be required to intensify the dialogue and involvement of citizens.

Outlook for collaboration

Deepening cooperation between citizens, administration and committees will be one of the most important tasks for Gumenick. His aim will be to build trust through transparent communication and an open attitude towards the concerns of the population. At a time when many people perceive their living conditions as location-independent and are active on social media, it will be crucial to strengthen local identities and communities. Gumenick is aware of this responsibility and is ready to take new paths together with the citizens.

His commitment as district leader is also seen in the context of the growing interest in local decisions Civil society should promote a high level of acceptance and quality of political decisions. The active involvement of the population is essential in order to meet today's challenges and strengthen local democracy.