Hafnarfjörður's Covid-19 measures approved

The Hafnarfjörður Town Council unanimously approved today
an action plan to respond to the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The plan consists of 11 points concerning the health and well-being of the residents and staff of the City of Hafnarfjörður.
is prioritised, alongside responding to the economic impact
the pandemic affects residents, associations and businesses, as well as the municipality itself.

See the action plan of the Hafnarfjörður Town Council regarding Covid-19.

According to the plan, the monthly payment burden will be eased.
residents and businesses with an increase in the due dates for property taxes and fees, including land lease payments,
sewerage charge and water charge. Then, companies that have suffered more than 25%
Application for a deferral of up to three instalments due to loss of income from the pandemic
Property taxes and fees until next year.

Fees for nurseries, primary schools and after-school clubs will be
adjusted in proportion to the reduction in service attributable to the pandemic.
The same applies to annual passes for swimming pools and the Hafnarfjörður Library, which have been extended.
will be equivalent to the reduced opening hours.

Emphasis will be placed on accelerating the planning work on
in development areas and to increase maintenance works and infrastructure development. Attempted
must find ways to make further savings in the running of the town,
The possibilities for the sale of assets will be explored and the council's cash position monitored.
with new financing.

Sports and leisure clubs in the town will be catered for.
with the aim of protecting their operations and activities. Ways will be sought
to safeguard the town's cultural and artistic life and to promote creativity
articles. Then, projects that could be suitable for students from Hafnarfjörður will be sought and
Entrepreneurs to work in temporary jobs or as contractors.

„There is a great deal of consensus in the town council about taking action
the consequences of the pandemic with swift and targeted measures. In times like these
It is crucial to stand together, and the councillors of Hafnarfjörður have not shied away from it.
that responsibility“ says Rósa
Guðbjartsdóttir, the mayor. „The measures are aimed at minimising the impact
of the downturn that is inevitable and at the same time protect services
of the municipality. We emphasise that these are initial measures
The City of Hafnarfjörður is discussing this and we will take further action as necessary.“

See the action plan of the Hafnarfjörður Town Council regarding Covid-19.