Proposal for an amendment to the detailed plan for plots 1, 3 and 3a at Íshella in Hafnarfjörður. The Planning and Building Committee of Hafnarfjörður approved at its meeting on 1 December 2015 that a proposal for an amended detailed plan for the plots at Íshella 1, 3 and 3a be published. pursuant to Article 43(1) of the Planning and Building Act No. 123/2010. The amendment entails that plots 1, 3 and […]
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A word from the Mayor after the month's end February was characterised by a great deal of activity, interesting and enjoyable events and projects, and visits to schools and businesses, in addition to which I have received numerous visits from residents of Hafnarfjörður, entrepreneurs and individuals seeking housing and plots for new ventures. I visited both Víðistaðakirkja and Ástjarnarkirkja in […]
Harbour Master – applicants
The City of Hafnarfjörður recently advertised the position of Harbour Master for the Port of Hafnarfjörður. There were twenty-five applicants for the position, but two withdrew their applications. Here is a list of the applicants: Arnar Þór Ragnarsson Self-employed Ágúst Jónasson Engineer Ágúst Ingi Sigurðsson Harbour pilot Ármann Jóhannesson Engineer Björg Jónsdóttir MPM Project management Björn Ingi Knútsson Consultant […]
200 children sing together
On Saturday 12 March, children's choirs from Hafnarfjörður will perform at their annual choir festival, the Hafnarfjörður Children's Choir Festival, which takes place in Víðistaðakirkja. Around 200 children from Hafnarfjörður will take part in the festival, which is being held for the 19th time this year. The 2016 Hafnarfjörður Children's Choir Festival will be held in Víðistaðakirkja on Saturday 12 March. There, six children's choirs in Hafnarfjörður will each sing […]
Bæjarhraun – planning amendment
Amendment to the Bæjarhraun detailed plan, footpath and cycle path. The Planning and Building Committee of Hafnarfjörður approved at its meeting on 25 February 2016 to advertise the proposal for the amendment in accordance with Article 43 of the Planning and Building Act No. 123/2010. The amendment involves the addition of 16 parking spaces at Bæjarhraun. The proposal will be on display at the Environmental and Planning Services office at Norðurhellu 2, […]
The Great Reading Competition
You are invited to the Grand Reading Competition. The competition will take place at Hafnarborg on Tuesday 8 March from 5pm to 7pm. The competition is now being held for the twentieth time and is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. At the event, Year 7 pupils, selected from Hafnarfjörður's primary schools, will read extracts from a work of fiction and a poem. Finally, the judging panel […]
Town Council Meeting, 2 March
A meeting of the Hafnarfjörður Town Council has been called for Wednesday, 2 March 2016 at 16:00. The agenda for the town council meeting can be accessed here. The meeting can be watched live here. The broadcast begins at 16:00.
Town Council Grants 2016
Each year, the Municipal Council awards grants to organisations, businesses or individuals for activities and services that align with the municipality's role or are otherwise in accordance with its strategic objectives, priorities and priorities. Grant awards are made twice a year, and it is now time for the first award of the year. The application deadline is 1 April 2016. Applicants […]
Rannveig's disguise
Madame Rannveig Sívertsen's costume was formally presented today on what would have been her 272nd birthday. The decision to create the costume was made two years ago, on what would have been Rannveig's 270th anniversary. The costume, which is based on descriptions from Rannveig's estate, will be on display at the Sívertsen House from now on. Annríki – National Costumes and Jewellery has, for the past two years […]
Director of Education – applicants
The City of Hafnarfjörður recently advertised the position of Education Manager for the City of Hafnarfjörður. Fourteen applicants applied for the position. Here is a list of the applicants: Name Title Anna Kristín Halldórsdóttir Project Manager Árni Þór Óskarsson Lawyer Ásta Lilja Bragadóttir Prison Officer Eiríksína Kr. Ásgrímsdóttir Chairperson Fanney Dóróthe Halldórsdóttir Headteacher Geir Bjarnason Sports and Leisure Officer Guðrún Þórðardóttir Education and Public Health Specialist […]