Today, November 8, the Tallinn City Government was visited by mardisandid—traditional folk characters who go door to door to spread wishes of good fortune.
The Tallinn City Government has initiated a detailed plan for the Hobujaama Street 12 and 14 properties and surrounding area in the Kesklinn district. The 1.89-hectare area is located at the corner of Hobujaama and Ahtri streets in the Sadama neighborhood, currently used primarily as a parking lot and city bus layover zone.
The City of Tallinn plans to upgrade the infrastructure on Lauteri Street, create separate lanes for various types of users, and introduce new greenery. These changes aim to improve traffic flow, access to local businesses, and the quality of the environment.
Everyone is invited to enjoy the winter skating season! The Mustamäe and Lasnamäe ice rinks have been open since November 2, with the Telliskivi rink opening on November 15, Nõmme and Old Town rinks on November 16, and the Pirita Sports Center rink on November 23.
From November 18 to November 24, the Tallinn Circular Economy Center is organizing another campaign, allowing city residents to dispose of bulky waste at city waste stations free of charge.
The Tallinn City Government is set to submit the 2025 city budget proposal to the City Council. The proposed budget totals €1.29 billion, which is €69.9 million (5.7%) higher than the revised 2024 budget. The largest portions of both investment and operational expenses are allocated to education and mobility.
The 2025 city budget prioritizes promoting active lifestyles among Tallinners and developing sports infrastructure, with a total allocation of €36.4 million for operating and investment costs in the sports and physical activity sector.
Tallinn’s 2025 city budget lays the groundwork for expanding the tram network across districts. Inspired by other Northern European cities, street redevelopment will focus on improving quality of life and accessibility for businesses.
Tallinn's 2025 city budget allocates €418 million for education, focusing on creating new school places, transitioning to Estonian-language education, and developing and renovating educational institutions.
The 2025 draft city budget of Tallinn maintains its focus on updating vehicles and expanding the public transport network to offer a competitive alternative to private cars.