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APC ERB in OPOS 11.12.2025
Another milestone in strengthening national and inter-municipal cooperation is behind us.
For years, STG Euroregion Bałtyk has been working to ensure that local governments belonging to the Association can benefit from the best solutions, experiences, and project results. It is this work that has led STG ERB to establish cooperation with one of the strongest umbrella organizations in Poland – OPOS, which brings together over 900 local government units.
At 11.12.2025 at the Poznań City Hall, representatives of the Association – Vice-President Tomasz Sielicki and Director Marcin Żuchowski – participated in the meeting of the Board of Signatories of the National Agreement of Local Government Organizations (OPOS).
This is an important and symbolic moment for us. Already active in the Baltic Euroregion and the Federation of Euroregions of the Republic of Poland, we are joining another agreement that transcends divisions. OPOS has adopted a resolution to start cooperation with us as a Cooperating Partner.
The meeting agenda included key topics for local government units:
1. OPOS in the Joint Commission of the Government and Local Government
- Discussion of the most significant legislative activities in government–local government relations from the perspective of Co-Chair Mieczysław Kieca.
- Revenues of local government units based on the “new” Act on the Revenues of Local Government Units.
- Summary of OPOS’s work organization within the Joint Commission of the Government and Local Government (KWRiST).
- Regulation of the Council of Ministers on determining nationwide organizations of local government units authorized to appoint representatives to the KWRiST – perspectives and expectations.
2. Adoption of OPOS positions and appeals (based on the presented drafts):
- On the need to amend regulations regarding the remuneration of local government employees and pre-retirement protection.
- On the principles for allocating funds from the Forest Fund for the maintenance of road infrastructure.
- On the need for changes to the population registration system.
- On the necessity to amend regulations concerning the protection of agricultural and forest land.
- Appeal regarding the proposed amendments to the “Warm Apartment” Priority Programme.
3. AOB:
- Discussion of recommended procedures for responding to a cyberattack on local government units.
- Discussion of procedures for the mayor/village head/president of a city in situations of threat.
- Term limits for executive bodies in municipalities – perspectives, expectations, and possible OPOS actions.
- Reflection on the current implementation of the “Clean Air” programme – consideration of potential OPOS actions in this matter.
The National Agreement of Local Government Organizations (OPOS) represents local governments of municipalities, counties, and provinces, works to promote their interests, and ensures that the voice of local communities is heard in the creation of laws and public policies. It is a place for dialogue, cooperation, and joint action.
This decision opens the way for us to exchange even more experiences, create coalitions, and take actions that will truly strengthen cooperation between local governments throughout Poland. It is an honor—and a commitment to continue working for our communities.
