Commissions

The legacies of the former "Family Aid Vaduz" are administered by a commission in the interests of the founders. A commision was formed for this purpose, in which the municipality and the Family Aid are represented accordingly.

All Liechtenstein municipalities belong to the "Association for Waste Disposal" based in Buchs (SG). Its purpose is to build waste disposal and recycling facilities that serve the member municipalities to dispose of their waste in accordance with legal regulations.

The Building and Planning Commission advises the municipality with regard to local planning and the preparation of structure, zoning, development and design plans. On the basis of the building regulations, it deals with and assesses building projects, in particular with regard to exceptions, and makes corresponding recommendations to the municipal council.

The composition of the Board of Trustees is based on parity and is made up of three employer representatives and three employee representatives. The latter are elected by the workforce.

The main tasks of the Cultural Commission are to promote cultural life in Vaduz, support cultural associations and advise on the purchase of works of art.

The Election and Voting Commission has equal representation. Accordingly, each electoral group is entitled to appropriate consideration.

The Energy Commission deals with issues relating to the certification and further development of Vaduz as an energy city.

The Finance Commission advises on the preparation of the budget, the annual financial statements and the financial plan. It makes proposals on the appropriation of profits and investment policy within the framework of legal requirements and determines the municipal tax surcharge.

The Forestry and Environment Commission ensures the creation of a better quality of life through its commitment to environmental protection. It organizes environmental campaigns and draws up statements on government consultations in the area of the environment.

The Funfair Commission organizes the annual funfair on the first Saturday in October. Registration and information: www.jahrmarkt-vaduz.li

In 1976, the municipality of Vaduz created a cultural prize in honor of the composer Josef Gabriel von Rheinberger, which is usually awarded every two years. The prize is endowed with CHF 15,000.00 and is awarded for scientific and cultural achievements.

Upcoming land transactions are discussed in the Land Acquisition Commission and submitted to the municipal council for approval.

The Landfill Commission monitors compliance with the legal regulations at the "Deponie im Rain" landfill as well as the permit conditions and the operating regulations. An on-site inspection of the landfill is carried out at least twice a year.

The Leasing Commission draws up leasing proposals for municipal land, which must then be approved by the municipal council. It advises the municipal council on all matters relating to leases.

The purpose of the housing cooperative is to meet the need for housing on a long-term basis at affordable financial conditions. It endeavors to provide housing in all municipalities in Liechtenstein and for all Liechtenstein residents - especially for families, people with disabilities and the elderly. It also promotes coexistence in the spirit of social responsibility and mutual solidarity.

The association for Local History Vaduz aims to research, document and raise public awareness of Vaduz as a living space for past and future generations.

Further information: www.vvh.li

The two founding municipalities of Vaduz and Schaan are the supreme governing body of the Mühleholz swimming and bathing facility. The Board of Directors is appointed in parallel with the term of office of the municipal council.

The Municipal School Board manages and supervises the municipal school system in accordance with the provisions of the education law.

The Personnel Commission advises on personnel matters and is supported in this by human resources services.

The School Route Safety Commission checks whether there are any danger spots on school routes and draws up suggestions for improvement for the municipality. It advises on the construction and redesign of roads in order to avoid danger spots before they are implemented.

The following scrutineers were appointed in the municipality of Vaduz:

The Security Commission ensures public safety and the ability to intervene in the event of a crisis or emergency. It is responsible for the overall coordination of all security-related aspects. It is made up of a political core team as well as experts from rescue organizations and the administration.

The Seniors' Commission coordinates senior citizens' activities in Vaduz, safeguards the interests and improves the involvement of the older generation in the community. It helps to organize the "Honour the Elderly" excursion, organizes six visits a year as part of "Experience Vaduz" and hosts the senior citizens' café in the Vadozner Huus every second Wednesday.

The Sports Commission acts as a point of contact between sports clubs and the municipal council. It organizes the "Games and Sports Day" and advises the municipal council on the planning and construction of sports facilities. The aim is to provide the population with a modern infrastructure for sport, games and exercise, to offer a wide range of leisure activities, recreation and sport and to actively support clubs.

The aim of Standortmarketing Vaduz is to promote the attractiveness of Vaduz as a business location. Events of regional and national importance are organized under the label "Erlebe Vaduz".

Further information: www.erlebevaduz.li

The Sustainability Commission is tasked with implementing the sustainability strategy, further developing its content and maintaining it beyond 2030. It advises the municipal council on its strategic tasks in all matters relating to the sustainability strategy and implements its own projects. The Sustainability Commission's tasks also include raising public awareness of the issue.

The Youth Commission of the municipality of Vaduz consists of a municipal councillor, young adults and a representative of the Open Youth Work Vaduz. It deals with issues that affect young people and young adults, in particular youth promotion and youth protection measures.

The Youth Commission advises the municipal council on the development of youth policy guidelines and objectives. It is also responsible for initiating and monitoring the implementation of the guidelines. It organizes the political participation of young people. It comments on plans and projects in the municipality in the interests of young people. It is responsible for the service agreement with the Open Youth Work Liechtenstein foundation, which is represented in Vaduz by the staff of the Camäleon Youth Club. In addition, the Youth Commission organizes the annual "Young Citizens' Celebration" in the municipality of Vaduz.

Tasks of the Youth Commission

• Develops youth policy guidelines and objectives
• Advises politicians on proposals and projects and draws up recommendations
• Informs the public about youth policy issues and current affairs
• Organizes the political participation of young people
• Checks strategic documents for the operational implementation of youth promotion
• Represents the interests of the municipality when drawing up service agreements with institutions tasked with implementing youth policy

Core tasks in connection with the Open Youth Work Foundation

• Collaboration in the preparation and weighting of service agreements
• Checking the controlling report
• Providing information on youth-related municipal projects (e.g. participation in planning processes)