Fire stations as central gathering points in a crisis

Under this concept, all fire stations in the district play a vital role. Thanks to an emergency power supply, the buildings remain lit and clearly visible even during a blackout. This makes them reliable landmarks—the disaster response beacons. A specially designed sign identifies these locations and makes it easier for residents to find the nearest beacon.

Emergency Calls and Assistance at Fire Stations

Emergency responders are on site at the fire stations to receive emergency calls from the public. The information received is then forwarded to the appropriate authorities. In addition, the disaster response beacons also serve as a contact point for people who wish to offer their assistance. To ensure that emergency operations run smoothly, it is particularly important to keep the access roads, exits, and entrances to the fire stations clear at all times.

Help and Information Even During a Power Outage

In addition to their role as emergency response centers, the disaster response hubs also serve as important information centers for the public. From there, residents are informed about the current situation, the latest developments regarding the power outage, and additional sources of information and assistance. This ensures that the public remains as well-informed as possible even during a prolonged power outage. The plan thus ensures that people in the county receive support and remain reliably informed even during a prolonged power outage.

In the future, the District Administration Office will use the WhatsApp channel to provide information on, among other things, changes to opening hours, last-minute closures, construction sites, road closures, and important service and public information. The channel is also intended to help disseminate relevant information promptly and clearly in special circumstances or crisis situations.

“The way we consume information has changed significantly in recent years. Today, many people want fast, reliable, and straightforward information—ideally right where they are already on the go: on their smartphones,” explains District Administrator Dietmar Allgaier.

More Guidance and Ease in Daily Life

The goal of the new service is to make citizens’ daily lives easier and to provide more guidance and predictability, the head of the district administration continues. To this end, the District Office is deliberately focusing on short, concise, and understandable information that gets straight to the point.

For Everyone in the District

The WhatsApp channel is aimed at everyone in the district—regardless of age or life situation: families as well as commuters, young people, and anyone who wants to use digital and fast communication.

The District Office’s WhatsApp channel is available now and can be subscribed to directly via the following link: www.whatsapp.com/channel/
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To be prepared for heat waves like the one coming up, the Ludwigsburg district has had a district-wide heat action plan in place since 2024. It contains specific recommendations for action and informational materials for schools, daycare centers, doctors’ offices, nursing facilities, and other institutions.

In addition, an alert system has been established, which was activated again this time. It notifies those in charge early on and reminds them of important protective measures, especially for people who are particularly at risk.

How to Stay Healthy in the Heat

The following ten tips will help you stay healthy during a heat wave:

• Avoid the midday sun (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Apply sunscreen before going outside
• Use the morning and evening hours for activities such as shopping and exercise
• Drink plenty of fluids (water, unsweetened tea)
• Eat light meals whenever possible
• Turn off unnecessary devices (avoid standby mode, which generates additional heat)
• Wet wipes, spray bottles, and cool showers or foot baths can help you cool down
• Keep windows closed and the room dark during the day
• Ventilate only at night or early in the morning
• Store medications in a dry place and avoid direct sunlight

Cool-Map shows cool places in the county

Anyone looking to cool off on hot days can also find suitable spots throughout the district on the district-wide Cool-Map. The interactive map is designed as a participatory project and is continuously being expanded. Residents can add additional cool places to visit. Information on heat protection in the Ludwigsburg district, as well as the Cool-Map, can be found on the district’s website at www.landkreis-ludwigsburg.de.

Enabling family members with caregiving responsibilities to take time off

Finally, the pilot project “PflegeAuszeit” will be presented. The aim is to enable family members with caregiving responsibilities to take time off and to establish personal support options in the home.

The symposium is open to anyone interested in the field of elder care and nursing. After registering by phone at 07141 144-2462 or by email at pflegeauszeit[at]landkreis-ludwigsburg.de, you will receive the access link for the event.

The pilot project is funded by the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Social Affairs and is available free of charge to residents of Ludwigsburg County. In addition to in-person sessions, a monthly digital discussion group via Microsoft Teams has been available since January 2026. This allows family members to participate from the comfort of their own homes—flexibly and in a way that fits their daily lives.

Connect with other family members

The discussion group offers the opportunity to connect with other family members, share experiences, and receive mutual support.

Interested parties can find all information and the access link at:
www.lra-lb.de/pflegeauszeit

Further dates will be announced regularly.

Several construction projects are being carried out simultaneously

To minimize disruptions for residents and road users overall, several necessary construction measures are being carried out simultaneously. In addition to laying the local heating pipeline and replacing the water main, the bus stop there is also being renovated to make it accessible. As part of the civil engineering work, the existing pavement on Schulstraße will also be replaced with an asphalt roadway. Construction work on Schulstraße is expected to last until November 13, 2026.

Detours via Dieselstraße and Ringstraße

Detours will be set up. Traffic coming from Weilimdorf will be diverted via Dieselstraße and Ditzinger Straße; traffic from Schillerhöhe heading toward Leonberg will be diverted via Ringstraße.

Weilimdorfer Straße Reopened

There is good news for residents and commuters even before the new closure begins: The current closure of Weilimdorfer Straße ends today, Friday, June 12, 2026.

The District Office asks all road users for their understanding regarding the disruptions during the construction period.

The event is organized by the Ludwigsburg District Health Department in collaboration with the cardiology and neurology clinics and other partners. Visitors can look forward to a varied program featuring expert presentations, personal testimonials, and numerous information booths.

Those affected share personal insights into their lives

In the hospital’s lecture hall, experts will provide information on heart and brain diseases and how to prevent them. The connection between oral and dental health and cardiovascular health will also be explored. A patient will also share stories from her daily life with a heart condition and offer personal insights into her life.

Experts provide information

Prof. Dr. med. Christian Wolpert, Director of the Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiology at Ludwigsburg Hospital, will speak about common heart conditions such as heart attacks and atrial fibrillation, as well as effective preventive measures.
Dr. Frauke Schön, Senior Physician at the Department of Neurology at Ludwigsburg Hospital, presents the most common neurological diseases and explains how they can be treated and, if possible, prevented.
Filiz Ugur, a dentist with the Ludwigsburg District Health Department, provides information on current developments in oral and dental health and explains why good oral hygiene is also important for cardiovascular health.

“Market of Opportunities” in the hospital lobby

The lecture program is complemented by a “Market of Opportunities” in the hospital lobby. There, health insurance companies, aid organizations, and other partners will present their services and invite visitors to participate and learn more at interactive booths.

Participation is free of charge; registration is not required.

Further information is available at www.landkreis-ludwigsburg.de/gesundheit-veterinaerwesen/gesundheit/praevention-und-gesundheitsfoerderung/aktionen-projekte/. The Department of Health can also be reached by email at gesundheitsfoerderung@landkreis-ludwigsburg.de and by phone at 07141 144-2520.

Focus on Cardiovascular Health

The Ludwigsburg district is among the regions in Baden-Württemberg with a comparatively high number of heart attacks. That is why the Health Promotion and Health Planning Division of the District Office is devoting particular attention to this topic this year. Through various campaigns and informational resources, the goal is to raise awareness of prevention and early detection and to encourage the population to adopt a healthy lifestyle.

Allgaier's time in office to date has been characterized by numerous challenges. Shortly after taking office, the district administration had to deal with the coronavirus pandemic under his leadership. District council meetings were held in hybrid form or in large halls for the first time, special teams implemented federal and state resolutions, district vaccination centers were set up within a very short space of time and contact tracing was carried out. In this extraordinary situation, Allgaier relied on close cooperation with the cities and municipalities, hospitals, aid organizations and employees of the district administration. At the same time, important issues for the future had to be pushed forward despite the crisis.

Housing, steep slopes and economic future

An important contribution to the creation of affordable housing was made with the founding of the citizens' housing cooperative. The aim is to keep apartments permanently in the ownership of the cooperative and to organize development, construction and letting from a single source for the benefit of the citizens.

Under the umbrella brand "Echt-Schön-Schräg", a marketing campaign was also launched to preserve the steep slopes in the district. In addition, a package of measures was developed, the latest result of which is a special steep slope wine that has been available in food retailers since spring 2026.

Also under the leadership of the district administrator, a future strategy for the Ludwigsburg district as a business location was developed together with renowned entrepreneurs from the district. It sets the course for sustainable economic development in times of transformation, digitalization and global change. In the coming years, a total of 20 projects are to be implemented in five key fields of action - including a district-wide craftsmen's parking permit, which will soon make the day-to-day work of many craft businesses easier.

Solid finances despite difficult conditions

In recent years, the district council has passed the district's budgets with broad approval. Particularly against the backdrop of ongoing budget consolidations, it has become clear that under District Administrator Allgaier's leadership, the district finances have managed to remain solid despite difficult municipal conditions. At state and federal level, the district administrator is also a strong advocate for compliance with the principle of connectivity and thus for better financial resources for local authorities.

Numerous projects for the district

The district festival celebrating the 50th anniversary of the district of Ludwigsburg, the expansion of tourist cycle paths, the "Partnerships for Climate Action" climate forum, the development of a digitalization strategy and new management principles at the district office as well as the introduction of process management to optimise administrative processes are among the projects of recent years.

Important investments have also been made in the education sector - for example, by creating modern and attractive classrooms for the Gröninger Weg school and the school village at Favoritepark.

Under Allgaier's leadership, the district also maintains its international partnerships with the province of Bergamo, the Upper Galilee in Israel, the district of Zwickau, the city of Yichang in China and Pest County in Hungary.

The concept for the late-night market was also developed further and offers for a younger audience were integrated. With the first heat action plan in the country, the district also set an early course in the area of climate adaptation.

Responsibility for central facilities

As Chairman of various supervisory bodies, Dietmar Allgaier is also responsible for important institutions and companies, including the Strohgäubahn and Stadtbahn special-purpose associations, AVL and Kreissparkasse Ludwigsburg.

As Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Regionalen Kliniken Holding GmbH, he is also at the helm of the largest provider of inpatient hospital services in Baden-Württemberg. The holding company owns clinics in three districts.

Close to the people

Dietmar Allgaier focuses on dialog, pragmatism and reliability in his management of the company. He attaches particular importance to working in partnership with the towns and municipalities and strengthening volunteering, which plays a key role in shaping social cohesion in the district.

Commitment beyond the region

Dietmar Allgaier is also known beyond the region. Since 2024, he has also been involved as President of VfB Stuttgart, taking on responsibility in one of Germany's most traditional sports clubs. Despite this supra-regional role, the district of Ludwigsburg remains the focus of his political and professional activities.

Professional background

Dietmar Allgaier was born in Stuttgart on June 11, 1966. After attending a commercial vocational college, he initially trained as a state-certified business assistant and obtained a technical college entrance qualification. He then studied at the University of Applied Sciences for Public Administration and Finance in Ludwigsburg and graduated with a degree in Finance (FH).

His professional career began in the early 1990s in financial administration. After working at the Ludwigsburg tax office, he spent many years in the Stuttgart tax investigation department. There he gained extensive experience in positions of responsibility and earned a reputation as a committed and fact-oriented administrative expert.

Local political experience

Parallel to his professional activities, Dietmar Allgaier became involved in local politics at an early stage. From 1998 to 2008, he was a member of the Kornwestheim municipal council. His work in local politics was always characterized by proximity to citizens, reliability and a clear view of the challenges facing towns and municipalities.

In 2008, Allgaier moved into full-time municipal management and became mayor and second deputy mayor of the town of Kornwestheim. Four years later, he took on further responsibility as First Mayor. In this role, he played a key role in shaping the development of the town. His work focused on issues such as urban development, housing construction, infrastructure and economic sustainability. He was also Managing Director of Städtische Wohnbau Kornwestheim GmbH and TechMoteum GmbH, a municipal umbrella organization for start-up companies.

With his election as District Administrator of the Ludwigsburg district in November 2019, Dietmar Allgaier finally took over one of the most important top municipal offices in Baden-Württemberg.

Congratulations on his 60th birthday

Numerous representatives from politics, administration, business and society congratulate him on his 60th birthday. They combine their congratulations with thanks for his many years of commitment to the district of Ludwigsburg and its municipalities as well as best wishes for health, strength and continued success.

The callers often appear professional and trustworthy. They pretend to be working as part of the care advice service and offer supposed support with applications or benefit checks. They deliberately build up pressure and push for quick decisions. Sometimes they also try to arrange home visits at short notice - apparently with the aim of gaining direct access to the home.

Care support centers provide advice free of charge

The care support centers expressly point out that they do not make unannounced telephone calls to request personal data or conclude contracts. The care support centers advise citizens free of charge and act exclusively on the initiative of those seeking advice. Home visits are only made on express request and after prior, transparent appointments have been made. Staff at the care support centers never ask people to enter into fee-based contracts with them. "Care support centers provide independent and free advice on all aspects of care. They are available to citizens as a reliable point of contact - without pressure, without hidden costs, always transparent and in compliance with data protection regulations," explains Heike Dierbach, Head of the Department of Social Affairs, Nursing and Care.

Recommendations on how to react

To protect yourself from fraud, the office of the care support centers recommends the following reactions: Do not give any information about personal or financial circumstances to callers you do not know; in addition, do not allow yourself to be put under pressure and end the call if anything seems unusual; strictly refuse home visits and do not pass on your address unless you have called the care support center yourself and asked for a home visit; if in doubt, contact the Ludwigsburg district care support center yourself on Tel. 07141 144-2465 (Ludwigsburg District Office) or Tel. 07141 910-3123 (City of Ludwigsburg) or Tel. 07142 74-761 (City of Bietigheim-Bissingen); especially elderly relatives or neighbors in need of care should be made aware of this scam.

Those affected should contact the police

Anyone who has received such a call or is already affected should contact the police and inform the relevant care support center.