Debt ratio below 100% for the first time in decades. The draft budget for 2022 will be presented to the Hafnarfjörður Town Council today, Wednesday, 10 November. The projected operating surplus for the municipality's A and B sections amounts to 842 million króna in 2022. Operating cash flow is projected to be 2.5% of total revenues, or 886 million króna. The plan provides for […]
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The bridge was selected for participation in an international UNICEF competition.
A nomination for Brú Hafnarfjarðarbæjar was recently submitted to a global UNICEF competition called the Child Friendly Cities and Local Governments Inspire Awards, where Brúin is participating in the category of Child-friendly social services. The Brúin's methodology has been in development since 2018 and aims to integrate services for Hafnarfjörður's nursery and primary school children […]
The year is 1951 – a celebration in honour of the 70th anniversary of the residents of Hafnarfjörður.
Over the past two days, celebrations have been held in the High Altars of Hafnarfjörður Church in honour of the residents of Hafnarfjörður born in 1950 and 1951. The occasion is a birthday celebration for those Hafnarfjörður residents who turned seventy in 2020 and will turn or have turned seventy in 2021. The celebration is a tradition that has developed in recent years, and the milestone birthday parties are now in their seventh year […]
Measures tightened due to a significant increase in infections
COVID-19: Domestic measures tightened due to a sharp rise in infections – photo: Sky. It will be mandatory to wear a face covering when the 1-metre social distancing rule cannot be observed, crowd limits will be reduced to 500 people, and restaurants with a licence to serve alcohol will be required to close two hours earlier than at present. With the use of rapid tests, events for up to 1,500 people will be permitted. The Minister of Health has decided […]
Contract for new ski lifts in Bláfjöll
Development of ski facilities at the Capital Region's Ski Areas. According to the agreement between the municipalities of the Capital Region on the development of the Capital Region's Ski Areas, approximately 5.2 billion króna is planned. investment in infrastructure for skiing up to the year 2026. The aim of the development is to improve facilities and services for all groups of skiers. It is planned that new chairlifts, Gosi and […] will be installed.
The year is 1950 – a birthday party for seventy-year-olds from Hafnarfjörður.
A tradition has developed whereby the Mayor of Hafnarfjörður invites all those Hafnarfjörður residents who turn 70 during the year to a party in Hásölum. It was not possible to hold a party in 2020 due to the pandemic, and finally yesterday the celebration was held in Hásölum. Around 100 cheerful Hafnarfjörður residents gathered, listened to gentle music and received […]
Minigrants for culture and the arts during Advent
Would you like to help enrich the Christmas spirit during Advent? The City of Hafnarfjörður is inviting applications for micro-grants for cultural activities during Advent. To support artists and culture from Hafnarfjörður, a portion of the funding for the Christmas Village in Hafnarfjörður will be allocated to various projects taking place during the 2021 Advent season. Applications are invited for all kinds of performances, experiences and entertainment […]
Swim together around Iceland – a nationwide campaign
National Swimming Initiative from 1st – 28th November 2021 The Icelandic Sports and Olympic Association, in collaboration with the Swimming Association of Iceland, is organising a national swimming initiative from 1st – 28th November 2021. Syndum is a health and motivational campaign that appeals to all Icelanders. Swimming is for everyone, regardless of age, background or physical condition. Swimming is an ideal form of training where […]
Quarantine and Isolation – Rules for Shorter Periods
COVID-19: Quarantine and Isolation – Rules for Shorter Periods The Chief Medical Officer has completed a review of the rules on quarantine and isolation for Covid-19, and the conclusion is that the isolation period for infected individuals and the quarantine period for those who have been exposed to Covid can be shortened, without increasing the risk of spreading the virus. The Minister of Health has amended Regulation no. 1100/2021 […]
Changed opening hours at the service desk
Hafnarfjörður Municipality has, over the past few months and years, been taking targeted steps towards smarter services, specifically to improve quality and efficiency. New smart solutions have been well received by residents and other service users, and new ways of communicating and sharing information are proving effective. Digital changes and the development of general opening hours in the community have, among other things, […]