Applications for the first allocation of residential plots in Phase 3 of the Skarðshlíðarhverfi opened in mid-March. The application deadline was 22 April 2019, and the first plots were allocated at a town council meeting yesterday. Development in the neighbourhood is already underway. All plots in Phase 1 have been allocated, several in Phase 2, and a large number […]
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Nine awards for 225 years of service
Long service awards for staff of the City of Hafnarfjörður were presented at a ceremony in Hafnarborg on 16 May. Nine individuals who have worked for the city for 25 years received recognition for their professional contribution and service to the city. Once a year, the mayor organises a coffee reception for those employees who have reached 25 years of continuous service. At the ceremony, […]
Family Parks of Hafnarfjörður
A great opportunity for families and all interested parties. The family gardens are open to all residents, regardless of age, and this is a great opportunity for families and others to grow their own vegetables and spend time on this summer. The family gardens will be open at Víðistaðir and if demand is high, there is a possibility of opening one at the top of Öldugata. Cost for a garden […]
Cleaning of the Sewerage Pumping Stations
Notice regarding the cleaning of the Hafnarfjörður Sewerage pumping stations. The annual cleaning of the Sewerage pumping stations is now due. The work is scheduled to take place from 20th to 24th May. During the cleaning, some sewage will flow through overflow channels into the sea, but every effort will be made to minimise this.
Sales tents/houses on 17th June
Those interested in hiring a marquee for the 17th of June can apply for a trading licence from the City of Hafnarfjörður at ith@hafnarfjordur.is. Trading licences are not allocated to individuals. The permit is valid for trading in the centre of Hafnarfjörður, where the celebrations take place. A sales kiosk is included with the permit. Applications, marked '17th of June', must be submitted no later than Tuesday, 25th May at […]
Town Council Meeting, 15th May
A town council meeting has been called for Wednesday, 15th May. The formal meeting will begin at 3 p.m. in the town council chamber at Hafnarborg, Strandgata 34. The agenda for the meeting can be accessed here. The meeting can be watched live here.
Is your company doing exciting things in environmental matters?
Want to take part in an environmental initiative? Gunnella Hólmarsdóttir runs the 'Clean up Hafnarfjörður' accounts on Instagram and Snapchat, where she shares practical tips and methods, including on sorting and litter picking, as well as discussing other advice with her followers. She has visited businesses and individuals and wants to do more of that and connect better with the people of Hafnarfjörður […]
A diverse range of activities moves into the St. Jó's Wellbeing Centre.
Nearly half of the tenants have signed their tenancy agreements for the first phase. The past few weeks and months have been a busy time preparing for the St. Jó Wellbeing Centre, which is based at 41 Suðurgata in Hafnarfjörður. Preparations have been underway for almost two years, or since the City of Hafnarfjörður purchased the premises in the summer of 2017 and laid […]
Be a messenger of movement – Active Week 2019
International Week of Action will be held from 27 May to 2 June. Would you like to become an ambassador for movement? The Healthy City of Hafnarfjörður will of course take part in the fun and encourages staff, residents, associations, institutions and businesses to become messengers of movement. A messenger of movement is a role model and inspires people to move. He is also the individual, sports club or […]
Access to psychological services in a new youth centre
It has been decided to open up direct access to psychological services at the youth centre Hamrinn, thereby ensuring easy access to mental healthcare for young people aged 16-18. The City of Hafnarfjörður has entered into an agreement with KaraConnect to participate in a two-year pilot project. The agreement will ensure better access to psychologists for young people who attend the youth centre, thereby […]