Joint strength for Barnim: Daniel Sauer is running as a candidate for district administrator!
CDU, BVB/Free Voters and FDP elect Daniel Sauer as joint district administrator candidate for the election in Barnim on April 19, 2026.

Joint strength for Barnim: Daniel Sauer is running as a candidate for district administrator!
In a significant step for the upcoming district elections in the Barnim district, the CDU, the BVB / FREIE WÄHLER and the FDP have joined forces to form a joint list association. This agreement, which is the first to come about in this form, aims to govern the district from the center for the center. The common candidate for the election, which will take place on April 19, 2026, is Daniel Sauer, the previous parliamentary group leader of the CDU in the district council. Loud barnim-aktuell.de Sauer will emphasize that he wants to be a citizen district administrator for all Barnim residents and wants to represent their interests.
The focus of the newly formed alliance is on important topics such as infrastructure, school construction, local public transport and the areas of health and care. In a joint press release, Martin Hoeck, the chairman of the FDP in the district, underlined Daniel Sauer's assertive and experienced personality. In particular, economic development and the digitalization of administration are focal points that the FDP contributes to the common goals.
Elections in Barnim
The right to vote in the district election applies to Germans and Union citizens aged 16 and over who live in the Barnim district. In order to receive more than half of the votes in the main election on April 19, applicants must achieve at least 15% of the votes of eligible voters. If this does not succeed, a runoff election will take place on May 10, 2026. This is regulated by the Brandenburg Local Elections Act, which also sets the district administrator's term of office at eight years ( barnim.de, bravors.brandenburg.de ).
The current incumbent, Daniel Kurth, will continue in office until July 31, 2026. However, the energy and enthusiasm of the new alliance could bring about a promising turnaround if they can communicate their vision to citizens and gain trust. Mayors, district administrators and other local politicians know that elections are about much more than just votes; it is about the well-being of the community and its development.
What does this mean for voters?
The upcoming election will be crucial for voters in the Barnim district. They have the opportunity to cast their vote for a candidate who is committed to their concerns and wants to advance the common points of the new political alliance. Daniel Sauer and his team stand for a policy that is characterized by cooperation and joint action, which could be a step in the right direction for many Barnimers.
The next few months will show how the alliance will fare in the county's political landscape and whether they can convince voters of their agenda. The vote and the upcoming decisions are crucial for shaping the future in Barnim.