Landratswahl Traunstein 2025: So viele Unterschriften haben Wembacher, Fertl und Melz schon

Key Candidates and Signature Progress

The article focuses on the upcoming Landrat election in Traunstein, Germany. Three candidates, Hans Wembacher, Werner Fertl, and Reinhard Melz, require 430 support signatures to be included on the ballot. As of May 7th, Wembacher leads with 208 signatures, Fertl has 111, and Melz has 57. The deadline for signature submission is May 19th.

Candidate Profiles and Priorities

The article provides brief profiles of the three candidates:

• Hans Wembacher: A 46-year-old entrepreneur emphasizing collaboration and experience.
• Werner Fertl: A 56-year-old focusing on people-centered policies and inclusivity.
• Reinhard Melz: A 66-year-old from the "dieBasis" party, emphasizing a different approach to pandemic measures.

Other Candidates and Election Details

Several other candidates are already confirmed, including Martin Lackner (CSU), Christian Kegel (SPD), and others. A significant point highlighted is that Siegfried Walch (CSU), who won the previous election with 63% of the vote, has since moved to the Bundestag, necessitating the new election. This election could lead to a runoff if no candidate exceeds 50% of the vote.