We do what we say!
In the two years that have passed since we took office in the majority Fjarðabyggð We have achieved the following: We took responsibility when the previous majority exploded and let the actions speak for themselves. We want to continue and go full speed ahead!
Working life
Green Energy Park
A fully funded project by CIP. It is planned to build a hydrogen plant to produce fuel for shipping.
Working life
Salmon farming in Mjóafjörður
The municipal council has campaigned for the issuance of salmon farming licenses in Mjóafjörður, with the goal of issuing a tender for salmon farming licenses as early as this year.
Working life
Development of tourist attractions
Purposeful collaboration with the Tourist Attractions Development Fund on projects at Bleiksárfoss, Búðarárfoss and Streitishvarf.
Working life
Hafnarsjóður into an independent company
Work has been underway to transform the port fund into an independent company 100% owned by the municipality. Dividend payments will be used to pay down debt.
Senior citizens
Housing development for people aged 60 and over
Smaller apartments with accessibility for older people have been built. Construction on more apartments for older people is about to begin.
Working life
Seaweed production in Stöðvarfjörður
Discussions have begun about developing a seaweed factory in Stöðvarfjörður, which could create 8-10 jobs in the residential area.
Working life
Salmon farming service center in Stöðvarfjörður
Work continues to ensure the operation of salmon farming in Stöðvarfjörður.
Working life
Fjardabyggð oil exploration and production center
The municipal council urged the government to promote oil exploration in the Dreki area again. Fjarðabyggðharfnir would become a service center for oil exploration.
Senior citizens
Integration of home care and home nursing
An agreement has been reached on the integration of home care and home nursing as part of the "Aging Well" project.
Senior citizens
New nursing facilities in Neskaupstaður
The municipality is fighting for new nursing homes in Neskaupstaður.
Senior citizens
Council of Elders strengthened
The Council of Elders now meets systematically, and we secured funding for the council to host educational and informational meetings for senior citizens.
Senior citizens
Housing survey for people aged 60+
A housing survey was conducted to analyze the housing needs of residents over the age of sixty to promote development.
Senior citizens
Renovations in Uppsala
Demand for renovation of Uppsala in Fáskrúðsfjörður. Renovations have been drawn up and cost estimates have been made. Repeated discussions with the state about putting renovations on schedule.
Senior citizens
Expansion of Hulduhlíð secured
Agreement on doubling the size of Hulduhlíður in place.
Senior citizens
Increasing the number of nursing homes
The construction of nursing homes is on the agenda.
Senior citizens
Financing daycare spaces
10 daycare spaces have been allocated to Fjarðabyggð. Work is underway to implement the program with HSA.
Finance
Debt reduction
The municipality's interest-bearing debt has decreased by 400 million since the Independence Party took over the majority.
Finance
Sustainable operations
Responsible financial management made the years 2024 and 2025 the best operating years in the history of Fjarðabyggð.
Finance
Reduced administrative costs
Through changes to the administrative system, we managed to reduce administrative costs by 50-60 million annually.
Finance
Financial rule set
A financial rule ensures better follow-up of the municipality's plans. It brings discipline and responsibility.
Finance
Reduction of full-time equivalent positions
In 2022, there were 423 full-time positions at the municipality, but now there are 378. Prioritizing projects related to employee turnover.
Advocacy
Analysis of the Suðurfjord Tunnels
Work on a cost estimate for the Suðurfjord tunnels.
Advocacy
Increased visibility of the municipality
Increased funds invested in promotional activities and advertising on social media.
Advocacy
Fight for the Southfjords Road and Tunnel
Advocacy for the Suðurfjarða Tunnel in the media, with articles and conversations with members of parliament and ministers. The Suðurfjarða Tunnel put on the map.
Housing issues
Lower property taxes
We reduced property taxes in 2025 from 0.424% to 0.4% of property value, which is a reduction of over 5%. We want to reduce the fees even further.
Housing issues
75% discount on road construction fees
A 75% discount on street construction fees has been maintained to stimulate the housing market in Fjarðabyggð.
Infrastructure
Fiber optic to all homes
Agreement with Mila on fiber optic connection to all homes in Fjarðabyggð, free of charge to residents.
Infrastructure
Flood protection structures
Flood protection projects have been accelerated, as have improvements in Neskaupstaður.
Infrastructure
Defences at Grjótá
A tender will be held in the coming weeks. Work is underway to purchase the structures. After the tender is held, work will continue on the design and planning of the center of Eskifjörður.
Infrastructure
Cut back on accumulated property maintenance needs
We have increased investments and maintenance of the municipality. In 2025, 1.5 billion was invested, which is the highest amount during the election period.
Infrastructure
Construction of walking and cycling paths
Increased funding for walking and cycling paths. Better is better if it is enough.
Infrastructure
Doubling funding for road construction
We have doubled our contributions to road construction.
Infrastructure
Increasing the number of charging stations in all urban areas
Agreement on increasing the number of fast charging stations in all urban areas at no cost to the municipality.
Sports and youth affairs
The roof of the Fjarðabyggð Hall is insulated.
Insulation on the roof of Fjarðabyggð Hall has been completed.
Sports and youth affairs
New sports center in Eskifjörður
Construction will begin as early as this year.
Sports and youth affairs
Renovated Fjarðabyggð Hall
An agreement has been reached with a contractor for new lighting and heating that will increase usability and create a better experience.
Sports and youth affairs
Repairs to the ski resort's top lift
We responded immediately to a failure in the top mast in Oddsskarður and ensured the opening of the top lift.
Sports and youth affairs
Padel court in Reyðarfjörður
A lease agreement has been signed with a private party for a padel court in Reyðarfjörður. The first outside the capital.
Sports and youth affairs
Increased access to fitness
Extended opening hours for fitness centers in Fjarðabyggð with keyless access outside of traditional opening hours.
Human life and family
Establishment of a Multicultural Council
The Multicultural Council is a forum for consultation between immigrant residents, the business community, and the municipality of Fjarðabyggð.
Human life and family
Taking care of new residents
New residents are welcomed to the area with promotional materials about the municipality and invitations to museums and swimming pools.
Human life and family
Pieta work center in Fjarðabyggð
Agreement with Pieta on permanent presence, interview hours and prevention. Funding doubled due to attendance by clients and relatives of suicide victims.
Human life and family
Mental health center opened
A mental health center has been opened in Fjarðabyggð, which is an activity resource for people who have dropped out of the labor market.
Human life and family
Community center for the disabled opened
Skáli, a new residential center for the disabled, has been opened in Reyðarfjörður, as well as facilities for short-term care for children with multiple disabilities.
Culture
More funding for culture
Funding for cultural affairs has been increased and work has begun on renewing Fjarðabyggð's cultural policy.
Culture
Cinema in Fjarðabyggð
We supported parties to establish a cinema in Eskifjörður.
Culture
Re-negotiating the Creativity Center
Agreement with the state, which guarantees funding for the Creative Center until 2029.
Culture
Promotion of town festivals
Increased funding has been put into town festivals.
Culture
More diverse entertainment with the involvement of private parties
Emphasis has been placed on the fact that the Cultural Center is a support organization for those who provide entertainment and organize cultural events.
Culture
The structure of the War Years Museum
Phase 1 has begun and Phase 2 will begin later this year.
Culture
Ludwig's House opened
The construction of Lúðvíkshús in Neskaupstaður, the archive and photography museum of Fjarðabyggð, was completed. The inauguration took place in 2026.
Planning issues
New downtown planning for Eskifjörður
Funds were secured for the planning of downtown Eskifjörður in 2026. Once the tender for the Grjótár flood control structure is complete, planning and design work will be carried out with residents.
Planning issues
Town square in Neskaupstaður
Construction on a downtown square at Egilsbúð in Neskaupstaður will begin this summer.
Planning issues
New downtown core in Reyðarfjörður
Land acquisition completed in collaboration with the land applicant. Design work has begun and construction will begin next year.
School matters
Number of kindergarten closing days reduced
The number of unplanned kindergarten closing days has decreased.
School matters
Flexible preschool placement
Flexible childcare hours have been introduced for children in kindergartens. The strain on staff has been reduced and the number of unplanned closures has decreased.
School matters
Expansion of the kindergarten in Eskifjörður
A new extension to the preschool in Eskifjörður was inaugurated in 2025.
Administration
Open accounting
Work is underway to open up the municipality's accounts to increase transparency in operations. The work has begun and will be completed this year.
Administration
Reduced number of committee members
The number of elected representatives on the family committee has been reduced from 7 to 5.
Administration
Reduced number of committees
Committees merged into one family committee. Increased efficiency and quality with greater continuity.
Administration
More visibility and conversation
We have launched a new website and the Fjarðabyggð app and have placed an emphasis on increasing the flow of information through regular interview hours.
Administration
Interview times in all local elections
We attended regular interviews with residents and the town council, mayor, and department heads.
Administration
Consultation with stakeholders
Stakeholders regularly meet with the town council, such as business, healthcare, law enforcement, and non-profit organizations.
Administration
The Fjarðabyggð app
Residents of the municipality can now access the Fjarðabyggð app on their phones. Work is underway to develop the feedback system into the app.
Administration
New fjardabyggd.is
A new and accessible website was launched in 2025, which is simpler to operate and offers more options.
Administration
Increased cooperation with youth and elders' councils
Increasingly sought out youth and elder councils.
Administration
Regional service centers
Changes made to the construction sector and the number of municipal workshops increased and divided into regions to ensure greater overview.
Environment
Waste treatment plants
Increased access to waste collection with an increase in the number of nearby stations for cardboard, plastic and other non-chargeable waste. Opens in early May 2026.
Environment
Targeted development of outdoor recreation areas
Work systematically on developing outdoor recreation and leisure facilities with the Tourist Destination Development Fund.
Environment
Improved suggestion system
The feedback system is being developed into the new Fjarðabyggð app. There, the system will be more user-friendly and accessible.
Environment
Spring in Fjarðabyggð restored
"Spring in Fjarðabyggð" has been revived and everyone is encouraged to join hands in cleaning and beautifying the residential areas.
Environment
Increasing number of outdoor artworks
Outdoor artwork placed on the cement tanks in Reyðarfjörður in the spirit of the tank in Neskaupstaður. The proliferation of outdoor artwork continues.