Tag: Administration
The most popular parties in the county and municipal elections in Vantaa were the SDP, the National Coalition Party, and the Greens
The city of Vantaa gained 67 new council members, and the Vantaa and Kerava wellbeing services county gained 69 new representatives chosen by the residents. Voting was more active on election day than during the advance voting period – the municipal election turnout decreased, while the county
2024 financial statement: Vantaa’s steady growth continues despite the economic situation – balancing and carefully considered investments
The City of Vantaa had a total deficit of approximately 61 million euros. Last year, in addition to the overall weak economic situation, the city’s economy was impacted by a decrease in tax revenues and an almost complete halt in construction. However, Vantaa has made investments that will ensure
Participate and make an impact – tell us what Vantaa looks like in your eyes!
We especially want to hear your opinions! What kinds of feelings and images does Vantaa arouse in you? What makes our city special – or what more would you like to have?
Vantaa will organize a summer camp for young people from its Ukrainian sister city, Boryspil
In its meeting on Monday, March 10, Vantaa’s City Executive Board decided to organize a summer camp for young people from Vantaa and its sister city, Boryspil, next summer. In addition, the City Executive Board handled the initiatives of city councilors and residents from last year.
Vantaa to support summer jobs and summer entrepreneurship for the young with 300-euro job vouchers
Vantaa City Executive Board held its this year’s very first meeting on January 13, 2025. The meeting decided on the practices related to summer-job vouchers for the young, basic renovation of Kaivoksela school, basic renovation of Myyrmäki sports house, expansion of Myyrmäki swimming hall, as well
Vantaa is developing and building its future – “Moving full speed ahead with Vantaa light rail in 2025”
Vantaa Mayor Pekka Timonen has published his budget proposal for the year 2025. Containing increase in costs is the essential focus of next year's budget. According to forecasts, the city’s growth will continue, and Vantaa will implement important vitality-boosting investments. The overall economic
Sakari Rokkanen chosen as chair of City Executive Board - Säde Tahvanainen to continue as chair of City Council
In its meeting on June 17, Vantaa City Council chose Säde Tahvanainen as the chair of the city council for the period of June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025. Sakari Rokkanen was chosen as the chair of the city executive board for the remaining 2023–2025 council term. Lauri Kaira will continue as the first
The Helsinki Metropolitan Area’s EU objectives: The European Union needs strong cities
Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa have published their common objectives for the upcoming 2024–2029 term of the European Parliament. The Helsinki Metropolitan Area serves not only as the driving force of the development of Finland as a whole, but also as a creator of future solutions in Europe.
European elections 2024 – use your voice!
In Finland, advance voting for the 2024 elections to the European Parliament, or European elections, will take place from 29 May to 4 June 2024, and election day voting will take place on 9 June 2024. What does the European Parliament do, and why should you vote in the elections?
Vantaa’s financial statement shows a surplus of €47.7 million – a healthy economy will promote urban development
The finances of the City of Vantaa are in surplus, even though the development and views of the Finnish economy weakened considerably during 2023. Vantaa has made significant investments and is amortizing its loans over the long term.