Christmas and New Year's greetings from the Mayor

Dear residents of Hafnarfjörður,

There's something truly special about walking around Hafnarfjörður in December, seeing the lights come on, hearing the chatter and feeling the warmth that comes with Christmas. The Christmas town of Hafnarfjörður has certainly lived up to its name this year, thanks to all of you who take an active part in the festivities.

It has now been almost a year since I took office as mayor, and I look back with pride on the past year. This is a strong and welcoming community. Our beautiful town, shaped by the sea and the lava, is full of people who get involved, care about their community, and contribute to making Hafnarfjörður an even better place.

As we rejoice in the Advent season and the Christmas holiday that is just around the corner, we must remember that not everyone experiences this time in the same way. Amongst us, people are going through difficult times, struggling with worries, loneliness or grief. My thoughts are especially with them this Advent, at Christmas and over the New Year. I want to encourage us all to look around, to say hello, smile and offer a helping hand where it is needed.

Ahead of us is a new year with new projects and opportunities. I look forward to continuing to work with you to make Hafnarfjörður even better for all of us who live and work here.

A dialogue with you, the residents, is very important to me, and I encourage you to keep letting your voices be heard, and to share your ideas, suggestions and questions. I am the mayor for all residents of Hafnarfjörður and I am here for you.

As I thank you for the year that is drawing to a close and for the trust you place in me as Mayor, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and every success in the coming year.

With Christmas and New Year's greetings,

Valdimar Víðisson, Mayor of Hafnarfjörður